Home & Garden - 1 January 2007

Can anyone tell me the best cleaner for a headstone? I think it's granite but I'm not sure. Can it be polished after I clean it with some kind of paste wax to make it easier to clean next time?

2007-01-01 14:47:18 · 8 answers · asked by gracie 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

The bottom (baking) element in my electric oven just sparked and died. Is this something I can fix myself, and if so, where can I get the part and how do I proceed? Any help is appreciated.

2007-01-01 14:45:28 · 12 answers · asked by Lydia C 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

what is a creative and cheap way to soundproof a small room or atlest extremely dampen the outside noises and i really dont want to tear up walls or do anythin on the ouside of the room so are there any materials i can use to sound proof/dampen the interior?

2007-01-01 14:42:20 · 11 answers · asked by potato 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-01-01 14:40:33 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a scarf that feels like burlap, practically. It itches, and is prickly. Can I throw it in the laundry with fabric softener? Anything I can do to make it feel like normal clothing?

2007-01-01 14:39:01 · 2 answers · asked by Anita 5 in Cleaning & Laundry

I have an old house that does not have grounded outlets and i just bought a new expensive TV that i want grounded. I heard of something that does the same for like 80 bucks?

2007-01-01 14:35:11 · 8 answers · asked by Lipiew 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I've tried to vacuum but it's so heavy of a powder it's just filling the filter and shutting down my vacuum. I also tried sweeping compound. The entire crawlspace is concrete. You have to use a ladder to get to it because the opening is about 4ft from the basement floor. Would using a wet sponge help or just add to the problem?

2007-01-01 14:32:52 · 9 answers · asked by yakgal 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I bought a house that has an alarm system in it. Come to find out, the modem is bad. They are telling me I have to pay $200 to get the whole box replaced. Surely, I shouldn't have to pay for the entire equipment when it's just one piece not working...

Are they trying to get over on me?

2007-01-01 14:31:32 · 3 answers · asked by Divva 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

in acres, meters, feet, or whatever. Anything will help. Thanks a lot.

& Happy New Year!

2007-01-01 14:31:03 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-01-01 14:29:38 · 12 answers · asked by BOB S 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a small apartment and am wondering what the general rule is for clearance behind a barstool. Thanks

2007-01-01 14:27:36 · 2 answers · asked by thenameisthesame 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

I love almond scented candles! Simply lovely

2007-01-01 14:20:30 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

2007-01-01 14:16:15 · 4 answers · asked by samella 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

Have a shack next to a water pump, and the old pump there seems to be knackered. Have an old pool pump which I thought about using in place of it, but suspect it may not be suitable, as it would be constantly pumping water, and not sure what might happen with the taps turned off! Trying to find look around on the net for some tips (on even how to troubleshoot the existing pump), but there doesnt seem to be much about. Any Ideas?

2007-01-01 14:15:44 · 12 answers · asked by walkeremerald 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-01-01 14:14:26 · 11 answers · asked by irene m 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I was running too many appliances on a circuit and I tripped the circuit breaker and nothing on that circuit will work. The rest of the house is ok. What can be the problem? Any ideas?

2007-01-01 14:11:10 · 7 answers · asked by Broadgonebiker 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

What are the advantages and disadvantages? Is there a tip or technique used to make them burn better? What do you hold the newspapers together with after rolling them? Can you use a current paper or should you wait for the papers to dry for a while?How tight/loose should the rolls be?

2007-01-01 14:11:06 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

i can't split the logs without getting the axe stuck, or wood chips fly off and hit me in the legs. this hurts. my feelings, and my legs. what is the secret? where do you aim the axe?

2007-01-01 14:09:36 · 9 answers · asked by motogirl 3 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-01-01 14:06:36 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

what kind of cleaner or chemicals to remove the grease from barbecue grill after use?

2007-01-01 14:06:33 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-01-01 14:05:11 · 14 answers · asked by malavalla 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-01-01 14:01:25 · 11 answers · asked by kel1923 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I have a stone side walk where the stones have sunk. Can you tell me how to fix this or where I can find the answer? We also have water standing in the same area when it rains.

2007-01-01 13:58:23 · 4 answers · asked by joyce_41144 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

my room door knob is stuck. i need help on how to fix it. it's already banged up. it's been like this for almost three months. I don't want to call anybody. I"M BROKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-01-01 13:50:10 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

during the summer, i stained my jeans with purple paint (it was during set building for a summer play so it is not the washable type of paint) i recently found those jeans and they are good besides for that stain, any way to get it out?

2007-01-01 13:44:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-01-01 13:36:09 · 7 answers · asked by harleyd93@sbcglobal.net 1 in Garden & Landscape

How do you paint like a pro?
I am a beginner at painting so how do I paint like the pros? First and second coat?

thanks : - ]

2007-01-01 13:35:11 · 4 answers · asked by Taco Dog 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

What I mean by that is...can i just take part of a plant and put it directly in water...and can I take a part of a plant and put it directly in soil. Of course the one that I am putting in soil I will add water to. But do you know any plants that can grow that way...but cutting off pieces of them and growing them???
Thanks so much!

2007-01-01 13:32:47 · 5 answers · asked by pinkprincessof09 2 in Other - Home & Garden

My dog has recently taken to urinating on the cement floor of my basement. Can anyone recommend an environmentally friendly way to get rid of these stains. I dont use commercial cleaners/bleach,etc in our house. Thanks for your help

2007-01-01 13:24:18 · 5 answers · asked by RR 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-01-01 13:18:11 · 9 answers · asked by pinkprincessof09 2 in Other - Home & Garden