Home & Garden - 30 December 2006

What is the differance between using a paint sprayer or using a paint brush and a roller for painting a bedroom?

2006-12-30 05:40:14 · 9 answers · asked by tburke_25 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-30 05:35:19 · 3 answers · asked by Lauretta R 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

This past summer, we had contractors build an add-on room to our home. They turned out to be terrible--they never showed up, the roof had gaps, some of the windows aren't set level to the ground, and the list goes on. Now around two of the windows we have cracks in the wall extending diagonally out from diagonally opposite corners of the windows. We don't have gutters over those walls, and rain tends to run off over one concentrated spot on each wall. My husband thinks we can at least slow down the cracking and maybe correct it completely by installing gutters. I'm not convinced, because the workmanship was so poor in the first place. Any thoughts on if gutters will make a noticeable difference? If not gutters, then what?

2006-12-30 05:31:57 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-30 05:31:13 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

I have an Aloe Vera Plant and some of the limbs have wilted and turned very dark and I am assuming it is because I left it out in the cold weather, now in the middle of it is very green and pretty and my question is can I clip the dark wilted pieces off or what and what do I need to do to take better care of my plant so I can prevent from this happening again?? HELP!

2006-12-30 05:24:35 · 4 answers · asked by sweetme35 5 in Other - Home & Garden

why does my natural gas heater blow up cool air from the vents? the temperature gauge rises after awhile shows that its heating the room .

2006-12-30 05:23:59 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I've replaced the flap and the assembly connected to it. Thanks for your help.

2006-12-30 05:23:18 · 18 answers · asked by Malon J 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-30 05:18:33 · 17 answers · asked by fluzysuzy78 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Me and my grandma were talking about women and men needing more space last night, and I asked her what she thought about it and she said she didn't know so I was just wondering...

2006-12-30 05:02:30 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

did you ever raid the school stock room?
god i used to do it with my mates every week it used to be a massive boarding school so they would bring supplies in every week and we would nick loads out of there you know stationery, food they had so much in there they had more than they even needed we would steal like 200 pounds each worth because they had every type of stationery in there, every type of food and toothbrushes and drink we took loads.

2006-12-30 05:01:47 · 5 answers · asked by mike j 1 in Other - Home & Garden

I know this question look strange, but always that I try wash my clothes them never been clear and perfumed as when my maid do that...
someone have a clue, please..

2006-12-30 05:01:14 · 12 answers · asked by Bia S 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

I recieved a very nice one for Christmas this year. I like it very much, but on the tip of the blade, there some water spot looking bits. I tried washing it with soap and water, and it did help a little bit, but not very much. What do you reccomend using? Also, what tecniques do you reccoment for etching, because I am using this as a religious item?

2006-12-30 04:54:04 · 2 answers · asked by tahirih.luvs2sew 3 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I want to have my computer and my tv in my bedroom, but according to Feng Shui we're not supposed to have them. Is there a solution?

2006-12-30 04:50:49 · 3 answers · asked by yuyi012001 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I've had bad luck with a previous Shark product. My mom has the European Pro Sweeper and it works wonderful for her but I read the reviews for it on HSN and they were horrible. So I'm wondering how well the Shark works. Thanks.

2006-12-30 04:46:17 · 3 answers · asked by queenofheartstea 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

The table has rust, black, and gray slate tiles on top. I thought black and brown/rust did not match together. However, the designer of the table thinks it does. The table is a contemporary casual piece.

2006-12-30 04:43:35 · 7 answers · asked by sally 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

I recently developed an ant problem in my apartment, and I need a way to get rid of them without also putting my dog at risk, any suggestions would be appreciated.

2006-12-30 04:42:42 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

2006-12-30 04:31:21 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

We have taken out the carpet to find yellowish orange glue. It makes the surface of the concrete rough. The floor seeps when the air conditioner is off. We live on the central west coast of Florida. I have 2 large dogs, and 2 teenage boys. It's impossible to keep carpet clean, so I have choosen to paint the concrete to look like tile to match the rest of the house. We are having difficulty getting the glue up. We are beginners at home improvement and our budget is limited. We are using a adhesive remover but it doesn't seem to be working, the floor is still orange. Is this stained from the glue? How do we get the surface of the floor smooth?

2006-12-30 04:28:52 · 4 answers · asked by iris_rainbow1 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-12-30 04:28:45 · 8 answers · asked by Matt gallops 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

wat should i do oh and i dont want to sell them online! and i live in an apartment.

2006-12-30 04:26:03 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

2006-12-30 04:23:06 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

MY CEILING IN MY HOUSE IS PULLING AWAY FROM CEILING STUDS WHAT I NEED TO KNOW IS THE BEST WAY TO GO OVER THE HALF INCH ROCK THAT IS THERE AND WHAT SIZE ROCK I SHOULD USE ALL TIPS WELCOMED

2006-12-30 04:18:55 · 7 answers · asked by richard g 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I'd like to install exterior cedar shingles to the exterior of my ranch style home. I currently have wood siding on the front and stucco on the sides and rear. I would like to shingle the whole house: how? Where do I buy them and do they have them that last forever with no maintenance? Thanks, DM in California.

2006-12-30 04:17:05 · 4 answers · asked by dmart50493 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

In my bathroom I have a tub, toilet, and sink that are lime green. I want to paint my walls, what color do I paint them and what color of accessories do I put in there?

2006-12-30 04:15:31 · 4 answers · asked by Sunshine 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-12-30 04:13:58 · 4 answers · asked by marycherry 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

What is the easiest most cost efficient way for someone with no home improvement experience to do it? Since the spigots are wasting away, we will have to cut pipe to replace them. Could someone give me some simple steps? I have searched the net and found tidbits here and there, but nothing with good enough detail, such as a list of items I would need.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

2006-12-30 04:00:56 · 6 answers · asked by michituckygirl 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-30 03:58:10 · 5 answers · asked by insympathy 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

i have very long hair and shed everywhere. it's long enough that one hair looks like a lot. my hair gets wrapped up in the brushes and that is that. the motor either burns up or the brushes go soft......yes i cut it out after each use, but nothing works!

2006-12-30 03:55:14 · 7 answers · asked by sheepherder 4 in Cleaning & Laundry

We just redid my house and it took my parents 20 years of saving so we went all out! i did my room a lime green to make it oceany and tropical! i love love love nething with dolphins or ne thing that has a beach and i love tropical fruits!! ok im gettin way off here. my point is i found the most awesome hawiian comforter set and it's blue. would that mke my islandy dream room look perfect? i have a hole lot more ocean stuff too!!!

2006-12-30 03:48:57 · 12 answers · asked by christy lynn 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I have a white tree that is several years old, and now needs to be cleaned. It's only 3 foot tall, I was thinking about some Mr Clean and hot water in the bathtub. Any other ideas?

2006-12-30 03:47:59 · 2 answers · asked by lschotto 1 in Cleaning & Laundry