Home & Garden - 17 April 2007

I plan to build a raised garden bed in my back yard to grow vegetables (tomatoes, squash, etc.). I am planning to raise the bed only about 5.5" from the ground. Is that enough to make a difference or does the bed have to be higher? It seems like there are lots of variations on bed height from about 5.5" to about 30". I don't know if this makes a difference, but I am in Zone 7. Thanks for the help.

2007-04-17 23:55:40 · 5 answers · asked by Lepke 7 in Garden & Landscape

2007-04-17 23:42:03 · 7 answers · asked by michael b 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I melted some candles in a bowl and now the wax has hardened and there is no wick left. Is there any way I can get it out? Apart from thinking before I do things...

2007-04-17 23:05:22 · 12 answers · asked by Kate G 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-04-17 23:00:25 · 4 answers · asked by evolution 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

and the best way to clean them! I find mine builds up with residue (grease), and takes a lot of work to clean it off with a hob cleaner fluid I bought. Is there any product which will dissolve the grease EASILY!!!

2007-04-17 22:40:02 · 7 answers · asked by willow 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

I'm building a set for a photo shoot and I want the walls to have a derelict feel - peeling paint and damaged walls. How can I get a quick damaged affect on the paint?

2007-04-17 22:14:10 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

I have this last week dug a huge pond which has been filled with clean water, i have also put in airating ? plants so why has the complete surface been covered in a green frothy algi ? I have already skimmed it off once but it has grown back. The pond is not lined as it has been dug into clay. If anyone knows how i can get rid of this without puting in anything that will harm my ducks or geese i would appreciate it.

2007-04-17 22:10:42 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-04-17 21:23:20 · 4 answers · asked by Jinx 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

its 3ft deep, 9ft by 6ft

2007-04-17 20:58:52 · 8 answers · asked by Pickles 2 in Garden & Landscape

I have a Mira shower (model unknown) with a circular dial to turn water on/off and a similar dial below to control temparature.


The temparature dial will not move. It has a red button on it and by pressing this I can take off the silver coloured outer casing of the dial. The inside is black plastic so I do not really want to use pliers to force it round in case it breaks. I have tried spraying with WD40 but it has not loosened.


There is a screw at the front of the internal black plastic knob but tightening or loosening this does not seem to do anything.


There are 2 screws which attach the silver coloured plate with the two dials to the wall. I do not think taking this off will do any good.


Any ideas anyone? The temperature is stuck at 30 degrees and I'm worried that in the summer I will have a choice of being burnt or smelly!

2007-04-17 20:35:20 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-04-17 18:37:21 · 6 answers · asked by jameskim365 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-04-17 18:07:37 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-04-17 17:52:04 · 4 answers · asked by timsue99 2 in Garden & Landscape

Help!! I just bought a house and need 20 or more lawn lights. Does anyone know of a good site to purchase these lights in bulk....meaning the price will be cheaper rather than buying from a retail store like Target.

2007-04-17 17:48:11 · 11 answers · asked by SassySista 2 in Garden & Landscape

I've had someone come to my home to show me a sample of this thing and it's one of those things you "just can't live without" but its sooooooo expensive, what do you think?

2007-04-17 17:41:48 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-04-17 17:20:09 · 6 answers · asked by Jasmine 1 in Garden & Landscape

I need help!! or advise... I am changing my room's light switch to a more modern one... I read articles online and found it very simple to do, as always, turning the circuit breaker off as FIRST THING. But my question is the following: The breaker feeds 2 rooms, in one of them only the outlets, and on the other one (mine), outlets AND the switch, I have no idea what gauge is it either 12 or 14, the breaker is 20 AMP. The Light Switch says "only use #14 wire, I tighetn both screws the light seems to work perfect, but...what if the wires are 12 gauges? what could happened, should I take the old switch back, or no big deal... THANK YOU!!!!

2007-04-17 16:32:28 · 4 answers · asked by Gabriel 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

My room is upstairs and when I come in the door there is a loud squeak under my carpet. Does anyone have any suggestions ? (without tearing up the carpet)

2007-04-17 16:18:14 · 7 answers · asked by CountryGirl 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

industrial cleaning agent in liquid or powder form

2007-04-17 16:05:29 · 3 answers · asked by bookwoman53 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

I just bought a new house with a bare dirt backyard. I don't want to put in sod because I want room to plant various flowers and herbs and vegetables. I do want a groundcover also though so it's not just bare dirt where I don't have anything growing. Can anyone recommend a hardy easy to grow groundcover that is attractive but grows like a weed? I live in a very sunny and dry location (Southern California) with clay and sandy soil. Thanks!

2007-04-17 15:59:40 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-04-17 15:52:29 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

What plant will thrive in acidic soil under a pine tree.. Ive tried so many things but nothing will grow.. Id prefer a ground cover but its not nesscessary. Flowering would also be nice but again not neccessary. I'm in zone 6. Help!
Thanks in advance!

2007-04-17 15:32:23 · 8 answers · asked by Matt S. 2 in Garden & Landscape

We have neutral carpet with black along the baseboards. Our realtor told us it is due to candle soot traveling through the heating/air system. Has anyone experienced this?

2007-04-17 15:27:48 · 6 answers · asked by dawnb 7 in Maintenance & Repairs

Usually every shirt I buy is 100% cotton. I usually wear a Large but whenever i get a Large its shrinks too much but when i get an XL it doesnt shrink enough and makes it smaller length wise but not in width (making it look retarted).

2007-04-17 15:04:30 · 6 answers · asked by A to the T 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

Looking for bulk 8 oz jars with lids for making candles. Shipping cost is killing the per unit price. I am in Pittsburgh PA.

2007-04-17 13:57:18 · 6 answers · asked by Bryan W 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Please keep in mind that any changes made cannot be permanent, since I rent. I'd also like ideas for creating more storage space, if possible. Thanks in advance!

2007-04-17 13:45:30 · 8 answers · asked by happeeMarcie 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

and how i might go about fixing it myself?

2007-04-17 13:27:45 · 5 answers · asked by atty_be_me1969 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

How do you fix the pull cord on a push lawn mower? Actually, it needs replaced. Is this a task that you can do yourself or does it need taken into be serviced by a lawn mower technician? The pull cord frayed cause I think I must have put the top protector part on it crocked. (I KNOW, wasn't a brilliant move). It caused a shrearing type of effect. Now the cord won't retract. Thanks, Kimmie~

2007-04-17 13:26:25 · 5 answers · asked by str8ctry 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have two black labs, and their urine is killing the lawn. Any ideas as to what I can do to prevent this(other than the expensive food/treats you can buy). Any ideas as to what I can do to prevent it in the winter as well as the summer??? Thanks!!!!!!

2007-04-17 13:20:44 · 7 answers · asked by foggy0101 2 in Garden & Landscape

I need some sand, I called my local nursery. They said that 1 cubic yard of sand would cost me $25.00. But I don't know exactly how much 1 cubic yard is. They said it would fit into my pickup truck, a chevy silverado. If I knew how many pounds, then I,d know for sure if the sand would fit in my truck. Other wise I'll have to pay for delivery. Hope someone can help, Thanks

2007-04-17 13:18:19 · 5 answers · asked by daphnene B 1 in Garden & Landscape