Home & Garden - 15 March 2007

My sweater was an oatmeal color and a spec of black got on it --it's water soluble art paint. I tried to clean it up as best I could without damaging it some more. It has lighten to a light gray, but it's still there. What's the best way to lighten up this mark up myself till it's unoticable and keep the cashmere soft?

Going to the cleaners would be my last resort.

2007-03-15 19:25:27 · 5 answers · asked by cashew 4 in Cleaning & Laundry

I want to find the right perennials to plant in my yard that are safe for little ones to play around? (Non toxic?) Any websites that have info on plants/pictures/etc?

2007-03-15 19:12:44 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-03-15 19:04:19 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

He says that its silly of my to spend 20 bucks on a bath towel but i think its worth it to have a thick soft cozy plush bath towel. Do u think its a waste?

2007-03-15 19:01:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-03-15 18:58:57 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I have home that currently has two toilets, one tub, two bathroom sinks, one kitchen sink and one washing machine on the drain line that was built with the house and has proper vent pipe(s). I am adding an additional whirlpool tub and seperate standup shower in an extended bathroom. Giving the layout the contractor had to run a new drain line for these two items the length of the addition of the house which is aprox. 14 feet then have a elbow and go two more feet and join into the existing drain line. For the vent pipe on this new drain line we were told that it only has to be five foot up and at that point can be capped off and didnt need to be connected to anything else i.e. other vent pipe or out the roof as a standalone vent pipe because this drain line was for a shower and tub only. Can someone please verify this issue because I think the contractor is trying to take too many short cuts. I thought the line had to get air in to help with water going out as well as vent fumes.

2007-03-15 18:53:31 · 3 answers · asked by vashaunbing 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-03-15 18:50:51 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

It was working fine and the one of the screws got loose which I put back on my kwickset door knob Door knob latch was working fine before. I had problem locking it from inside but I did something and it is working know, except that my latch is normal full extension if I do not tighten inside screws. Once tightened latch is only half way and does not secure door. Even the wind can open it. I tried removing and adjusting side plate but no luck. I did grease the parts with white grease. Any suggestion or web sites with videos. What did I do wrong

2007-03-15 18:33:53 · 2 answers · asked by radisa15@sbcglobal.net 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-03-15 18:18:58 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

The pink potted hydrangea plant my husband bought me for valentines day looks like it is suffering. I've noticed the flowers start to wilt and droop a couple of times but water helped to rejuvenate it. Since then I've been watering more but the edges of the leaves and petals are turning brown and dry. Should I cut or pick them off? Should I water even more? Help! I love my plant and don't want to kill it.

2007-03-15 18:00:55 · 2 answers · asked by staceyajen 1 in Garden & Landscape

2007-03-15 17:54:10 · 8 answers · asked by Kelly G 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-03-15 17:52:48 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-03-15 17:51:55 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

Moulds/fungus have been seen growing inside & outside of my wardrobes, though I hve bought sprays which meant for wood-finishes to clean them again & again, until I finally give up and changed to a new sets. However, the problems still returns... (Note: the moulds/fungus are growing in a circular form, inside & outside of the wardrobe, on the same spot & with the same patterns. And my HDB area used to be a reclaimed land, I live on the 7th floor.) Very thankful if anyone can help to solve this problem

2007-03-15 17:42:18 · 4 answers · asked by kittycat 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Hs anyone got it and is it good?

2007-03-15 17:36:05 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

Moulds/fungus have been seen growing inside & outside of my wardrobes, though I hve bought sprays which meant for wood-finishes to clean them again & again, until I finally give up and changed to a new sets. However, the problems still returns... (Note: the moulds/fungus are growing in a circular form, inside & outside of the wardrobe, on the same spot & with the same patterns. And my HDB area used to be a reclaimed land, I live on the 7th floor.) Very thankful if anyone can help to solve this problem

2007-03-15 17:34:03 · 6 answers · asked by kittycat 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Would a standard 120v>240v converter work on a standard amercan dryer? like if I just wanted to use my 120v outlets in my home(mobile home)?

2007-03-15 17:28:38 · 4 answers · asked by clarrettsux 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

i mean, i personaly don't count the sheet's i use . unless you use the sheet's indivigaly. like use one sheet get a nother sheet use it .me i just get a bunch and use it . if not enough get a nother bunch .

2007-03-15 17:27:28 · 7 answers · asked by dirtdevil216 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

due to recent physical assult, i have some small blood stains on a pair of jeans and i have been trying to get the stains out for weeks, but they are still there. anyone know some magic formula that removes blood?

2007-03-15 17:25:59 · 16 answers · asked by everyrosehasitsthorn 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

My step-daughter gave me one for my wedding present. I really do not want to kill it!

2007-03-15 17:24:00 · 4 answers · asked by queensassey 4 in Garden & Landscape

I'm not sure if it will cause problems to leave the hose hooked up if the temperature gets down to 26 degrees.

2007-03-15 17:20:37 · 6 answers · asked by CalamityJane 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-03-15 17:20:25 · 1 answers · asked by kim b 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-03-15 17:18:51 · 2 answers · asked by LISA P 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I'm thinking of buying either an extra refridgerator or a standalone freezer. Also I have a few one day passes to Sam's Club. I'm wondering how much I could save by buying a refridgerator at Sam's Club as opposed to somewhere else (for example wal-mart)

2007-03-15 17:17:19 · 5 answers · asked by buckbucknumber2000 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Generally, How much is a Central Air Conditioning system for an average home?

AND, my old central air system kinda works, but for some reason, a specific part of the house, air doesn't come through the vents, its like its disconnected from the other vents?

Its just that portion of the house, everything else is working, is something clogged>?

2007-03-15 17:14:37 · 4 answers · asked by jtflautist 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have an old top bad color but in good shape. Can I just prime and paint if so any special paint I should use. This will be temporary.

2007-03-15 17:11:09 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-03-15 17:07:34 · 7 answers · asked by xxsoutherngirlxx 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

What are some of the basics that go into replacing/updating a plaster ceiling? Is it as hard as it seems?? I have absolutely fallen in love with this house but it was built in 1900 and the ceiling is sagging and the second floor is soft and unlevel. Is this something that I could research and do (with help) or do I have to call a contractor of some sort? I know it would be a great undertaking but I'm not sure I have the funds to hire someone.

If you have it in your heart to donate to my project, I have a paypal account under Luvamphibians@yahoo.com. Shameless, I know but I love this house with all my heart and I want it forever and ever!!!

2007-03-15 17:06:37 · 6 answers · asked by Julia B 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-03-15 17:05:52 · 4 answers · asked by diannimation 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

The Big Bags are Ziploc's newest product and it's usually 2 feet by 1.5 or 2.5 feet. It can store things like sleeping bags, sports equipments, etc. I need to buy some for a solar cooking project I'm doing this Saturday. Are there any stores that sell them or can you only buy them from on-line? Thanks!

2007-03-15 16:54:01 · 8 answers · asked by dani 1 in Cleaning & Laundry