Home & Garden - 10 January 2007

the ceilings in the room are only 8 feet tall. currently the room has zero built in lights. I wish to use the space for exercise, yoga, & kids' play room. I am looking for a built in lighting solution that will not get in the way of a yoga class with all members' arms reaching high. The ceiling joicings are sparatic and do not lend themselves to recessed cans. I am wondering if a ½" rope light running the length of the tops of each wall will provide enough light. also, can rope lights be dimmed & cut to specific lengths? the room is roughly 350 sq. feet.

2007-01-10 04:01:22 · 2 answers · asked by ỉη ץ٥ڵ 5 in Decorating & Remodeling

screw. which wire goes to which screw and is bare wire the ground?:

2007-01-10 03:59:05 · 6 answers · asked by barry m 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

ive tryed bleach, fingernail polish remover, and hairspray...what else...its like ive taken the top coat of the marker off but its like shoaked into the leather...HELP!!!

2007-01-10 03:58:38 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-01-10 03:57:31 · 2 answers · asked by Willard C 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-01-10 03:50:33 · 11 answers · asked by robthebalding 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-01-10 03:49:15 · 3 answers · asked by gretyl 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I am trying to find my home's propane connection. I just moved into a new home and I can not figure out which propane tank is mine, I have looked everywhere! I found a tank that is at the house next door, but I am not sure if it is connected to me and my house or not! If anyone has an idea on how to find my tank please let me know. I have found the main hookup to the house and there is a lock on it! Thank you in advance!

2007-01-10 03:35:38 · 3 answers · asked by Free & Sassy 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

I live in central Indiana, Bloomington. My father has given me some land to build on. I am a real do-it-yourself kind of person. Anyone have any suggestions? I like to save money doing it myself than pay someone else to do it. I am trying to get an idea on what I want to build. Is it easier to build one story vs two? What about energy costs? I don't want a big house, something small and simple, two bedrooms. I have lucked out, and have city water and sewer and electricty already run through the area (my dad has a house on the land too). What type of foundation should I look into? I prefer a slab, but would that work in my area? Sorry about all the questions, does anyone know anything to help?

2007-01-10 03:31:21 · 10 answers · asked by Kasey C 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

There was a loud sound from the motor and i realised the briefs had gone into the motor itself, for the bag had a tear in it somehow. What should i do?

2007-01-10 03:25:31 · 4 answers · asked by copo 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I normally would take this as an easy project but this bed has wheels on it so putting it on a platform will have it just roll off...

I'm looking to make the whole bed (including frame) raise up 2 more inches.

any cheap ideas?

(must not be noticeable at the bottom of the bed)

2007-01-10 03:20:24 · 3 answers · asked by D S 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

1 month ago, I've left my african violet with my neighbour while I was on holiday. Instructed not to water from top, but I think she has forgotten! Now my precious plant has withering leaves, soft, brown and looking very sick. How to revive it? Please help!

2007-01-10 03:20:22 · 10 answers · asked by CM 2 in Garden & Landscape

I normally would take this as an easy project but this bed has wheels on it so putting it on a platform will have it just roll off...

I'm looking to make the whole bed (including frame) raise up 2 more inches.

any cheap ideas?

(must not be noticeable at the bottom of the bed)

2007-01-10 03:20:10 · 3 answers · asked by D S 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-01-10 03:12:25 · 3 answers · asked by d0ran1 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-01-10 03:10:01 · 3 answers · asked by Ray P 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-01-10 03:08:57 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

last night i washed a load of clothes. when i wen to put the clothes in the dryer, the clothes where soaked as if the never drained. it took 2 hours for the 2 try. the load was not very big or heavy, could t just have been a fluke maybe, how cani test the machine b4 calling sears?

2007-01-10 03:07:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

I think they are originally from Germany but I saw them in Mexico. They used to be done with electricity but now there are some that use solar power. Usually done with a push of a button mounted on a wall.

2007-01-10 03:04:50 · 2 answers · asked by C 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

I just moved into an adorable 2 story duplex, but the previous owners NEVER cleaned the place, i know this because my best friend lives on the other side of it, so it stinks, the carpets have been cleaned and a cleaning agency came to clean as well, but there is still an odor in the air, like a pungent odor, how do i go about getting rid of it? its upstairs and downstairs

2007-01-10 03:04:01 · 7 answers · asked by Falloutgirl 4 in Cleaning & Laundry

Am redecorating our flat, (we rent) landlord said I could pick out any color I want, now she got burned by her sister on a bunch of chocolate brown colored carpet. So if I want carpet thats what I'm getting. My original idea was to go with lt sage on the walls, some kind of tan or beige carpet lt bl trim in the living room and a gold color trim in dining room (rooms flow together. I have big med blue area rug and new blue and white curtains in there in the dining room I have big brick red area rug and creme colored curtains. So what new color scheme would be good so everything comes together. It is a very small space so I cant do any drk colors, want it to feel light and airy, and would like to stay away from browns and beiges but I dont know if I will be able Any suggestions? Also the wood floors look like crap so not an option.

2007-01-10 02:51:58 · 5 answers · asked by Miss B 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

I have wood cabinets that have been painted. How do I prepare and paint again? Have had friends try to paint theirs and it would bead up - I guess they were using latex on oil. If mine are oil now, what is the easiest way to paint over them?

2007-01-10 02:45:06 · 7 answers · asked by kiki 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-01-10 02:43:13 · 1 answers · asked by kathy f 2 in Other - Home & Garden

I counted around 20 pairs of socks and underwear, all socks were recovered, but 2 pairs of underwear missing. Machine won't run now, and there's a wierd straining sound each time i turn it on. What do you think happened? could i try to rectify problem myself, instead of spending hundreds on getting the repairman to come over? thanks.

2007-01-10 02:42:03 · 4 answers · asked by copo 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have an glass roof conservatory which is great but gets too hot in the summer.
Do these special films work when applied to the glass?
Any other ways to cool the room down without spending a fortune on blinds?

2007-01-10 02:41:44 · 5 answers · asked by wayne e 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-01-10 02:36:12 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

I dont know if the cabinets are to large width wise... so I might need to trim the tile?

2007-01-10 02:30:39 · 3 answers · asked by d0ran1 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

As it dries out , I'm sure mildew is growing in it. I have a brand new sponge and it already smells mouldy!!! Is there anything I can clean it with to get rid of this odor?

2007-01-10 02:28:26 · 8 answers · asked by Cindy O 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

Maybe someone with experience can answer this. Looking to buy about 20 interior doors that would look nice in a log home. Our builder would stain them. Pine would be fine. Looking to spend about $200 per door (material only). Suggestions? The house is located in Western Maryland. Thanks

2007-01-10 02:27:50 · 3 answers · asked by curious1223 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

It washes off with water, but it not kept in check will eventually kill the plant. Does anyone know what this is or how to prevent it?

2007-01-10 02:25:03 · 6 answers · asked by edrakeley 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-01-10 02:20:24 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-01-10 02:20:23 · 7 answers · asked by rajesh b 1 in Maintenance & Repairs