Home & Garden - 28 February 2007

We are thinking of purchasing a humidifier, and would appreciate opinions on which type is better overall. Warm mist, or cool mist. Thanks for any feedback.....

2007-02-28 23:44:24 · 5 answers · asked by gianinni 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

i need to regain my energy as I missed a week of touring and need to get back next week at least! help

2007-02-28 23:38:06 · 13 answers · asked by Tamara M 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

My 2year old daughter attacked my new wood entertainment center with a permanant marker(black). I have tried the magic eraser with BAM. But if I do get it if off where it isn't as dark, could I stain it back to it original color?

2007-02-28 23:34:23 · 6 answers · asked by .:MS. LADI:. 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

My tub and shower enclosure is about 20 years old and the use of abrasive cleaners have removed the clean shiny surface appearance of the white enclosure. Is there a easy to use product that a handy man could use that will restore the new like appearance of the enclosure.

2007-02-28 23:27:56 · 2 answers · asked by telwidit 5 in Cleaning & Laundry

i knocked over a candle on my moms bran new carpet....is their a way to get the wax out without tearing up the carpet to much... I am in such trouble if i dont find anything..and she isnt in a good mood today!! PLEASEEEEEEEEEEE help me...

2007-02-28 23:24:00 · 9 answers · asked by BOOBOO 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-02-28 23:20:47 · 10 answers · asked by astra 5 in Cleaning & Laundry

I have read that below grade (ground) level, solid wood floors are not advisable due to fluctuations in moisture levels & humidity. Instead, it is recommended that you use engineered real wood flooring, which will not expand or contract as solid wood might.

In the room in which I want to install wood floor, only one wall is below ground. Is it okay to install solid wood, or will moisure levels still be too high and unpredictable?

2007-02-28 23:19:55 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

any ideas how to remove it without ruining the shorts they are bottle green...

2007-02-28 23:08:37 · 2 answers · asked by angelicahevenly 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

We have just movd into a new home with 25 squares of floating timber floors. They always seem to need cleaning and take ages to do. I have only had tiles and carpet before so would appreciate any advice for cleaning the timber floors.

2007-02-28 23:05:06 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

I'm looking to paint the ceiling light fixture in my baby's bedroom. I am doing a Dr. Seuss theme and I haven't been able to find a ceiling light fixture and that's what I want. So, I want to know if it's possible to do and if so what type of paint is safe to use (non toxic, non flammable and so on) to paint Dr. Seuss characters on it. Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

2007-02-28 23:04:51 · 5 answers · asked by msdaisy432 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I bought a Neptune in July 2006. Have had 6 service calls from 1st wash because it "dances" across the room! No one seems to have an answer? Now I don't receive return calls from the repairman? They said without the pedestal it would be better. I only bought it because of the pedestal. It even vibrates spinning empty. But with laundry it hits the dryer or jumps into the wall. I have had to stand in front of the washer for every load since last July for fear that it will pull the hose out of the drain when it jumps. Last time "two" repairmen arrived to replace the "drum". One said it didn't need replacement? He tightened the base. They left, I watched a load and it didn't jump across the room. He called and said it does vibrate because of the "power". I aksed him to come to see it with laundry in the machine. It was snowing and he assured me it is okay. The next load jumped. I called him back immediately and numerous times. It has been a week. Any ideas?

2007-02-28 22:56:59 · 6 answers · asked by Selmom 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

Hi Guys

Its the blue one, not white, in case anyone was wondering.

Ive got the big bits off, but its the thinner, stubborn bits that Im having problems with?

Does anyone have any tips?

Thanks.

2007-02-28 22:46:16 · 3 answers · asked by bluewatchgirl 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I want to leave it gleaming as it's usually quite dull looking, even after I've just cleaned it.

2007-02-28 22:46:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

We are "Thinking" of extending a brick built shed at the bottom of the garden into small kennels for dogs(thinking of breeding them) what is the best way to do this they will need to be scrubed out so maybe drainage etc etc........

2007-02-28 22:44:57 · 4 answers · asked by ? 6 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

We are "Thinking" of extending a brick built shed at the bottom of the garden into small kennels for dogs(thinking of breeding them)

what is the best way to do this they will need to be scrubed out so maybe drainage etc etc........

2007-02-28 22:43:50 · 5 answers · asked by ? 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-02-28 22:31:23 · 11 answers · asked by saurav 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-02-28 22:18:37 · 5 answers · asked by Donna E 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

changing over from old cooker tio new is connecter right or left hand thread

2007-02-28 22:14:12 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-02-28 22:13:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-02-28 22:13:11 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

i am moving into a new house that has plasterboard walls (only 5 yrs old) could someone help to tell me the best things to use to put pictures and shelves up? i am used to old house walls and brickwork. Dont want to ruin walls or have shelves fall down and am a novice at the DIY since husband left thanks.

2007-02-28 22:10:38 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

winter, spring, summer or autumn/fall

2007-02-28 22:05:26 · 6 answers · asked by jammydodger 5 in Garden & Landscape

is it best to have windows open or shut

2007-02-28 21:55:31 · 13 answers · asked by lifeboat51 1 in Other - Home & Garden

I have drilled a hole for a rawbolt and tapped the fasterner part in however the threads on the nut fail to allow the screw to engage. I think I should have drilled the hole deeper. How can I remove the fastener element without breaking the concrete to deepen the hole and install a replacement?

2007-02-28 21:53:30 · 5 answers · asked by micklebring 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have an old house with radiators that I'd like to hide or at least disguise. The standard radiator enclosures/covers aren't very stylish.

2007-02-28 21:48:27 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

is there a household remedy for removing nicotine stains from a pvc door? My mum has moved into a house where the previous owner smoked & the door is near enough yellow rather than white!

2007-02-28 21:32:06 · 26 answers · asked by opibemine 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I was arguing with my mate about using our dishwasher in the kitchen. She says they are expensive to operate and use a lot, a lot of electricity. Is that true?
In our dishwasher ("AEG" brand) we have five programmes of use: Intensive (75); Normal (65); Normal (50); Eco (50) and Quick (50). Usually we use "Normal" or "Eco".
Can anybody estimate how much does it cost for any given household to run a dishwasher once? I think the water is not expensive - it's the elctricity that counts.
Do you think it costs £1.00 or more (or maybe even less!!!) per very use?
Thanks.

2007-02-28 21:11:49 · 6 answers · asked by Lukas 2 in Other - Home & Garden

BUT, for the fifth time, I've been let down by a builder. Suddenly putting another £5000 or so on the price, or suddenly deciding that they can't do it till.... whenever... Groundwork.. as far as I can see, its basically diging holes. I'm not being flippant here, but I have 4 strong lads, a fair bit of land to put topsoil in, a trailer to take rubble and stuff to tip 1/4 mile away, and I feel like tackling it myself, then getting in brickies and plumbers etc etc... I'm I mad? any encouraging words out there? I've been quoted £12000 just for the groundwork.. starting whren they feel like. I'm so fed up

2007-02-28 21:09:52 · 20 answers · asked by myfavouritelucy 7 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I don't know what kind it is but it sprawls across my front door and collects rubbish blown off the street!

2007-02-28 21:08:34 · 12 answers · asked by Hannah J 1 in Garden & Landscape

Ant bait is for use outdoors. What happens if you use it indoors?

What brand is the best? Is Amdro a good brand?

2007-02-28 20:56:50 · 7 answers · asked by x4294967296 6 in Other - Home & Garden