Home & Garden - 3 May 2007

how do I couple pvc pipe to brass pipe in sink drain

2007-05-03 08:23:57 · 6 answers · asked by sshurwitz03 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-05-03 08:21:39 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a bunch of old checks with my current account number on them. I don't have a fireplace and can't have a burn pile outside my home. Would it be worth it to buy a cheap shreader and shread them?

2007-05-03 08:21:00 · 17 answers · asked by Waiting on Bennett Cole 3 in Other - Home & Garden

My cold water works just fine, but when I switch over to hot water, it just trickles in. What could be the problem?

2007-05-03 08:18:06 · 5 answers · asked by Starry Night 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

not wall plants that hang but for the floor and table =>

Thanks a bunch!

2007-05-03 08:04:34 · 3 answers · asked by wanderinglife 2 in Other - Home & Garden

its one of the plugs in my room but i only use it for ironing my clothes in the morning

2007-05-03 07:59:21 · 7 answers · asked by Derek Ferreira 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a small chest of drawers that I want to paint to look distressed and worn in a darker blue color (to go with some old wood star shaped knobs). I can only find instructions for crackle or to distress white (not really what I'm wanting). Any suggestions on how to do this and what kind of paint to use? Thanks!

2007-05-03 07:56:56 · 2 answers · asked by tonetones03 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

I have white formica (I guess) cabinets. If anyone is familiar with Lowe's, they are the white Colonial brand Lowe's stocks. I am looking to possibly paint them. I know I need to sand them lightly and prime them. Latex is easier to clean up, but oil-based will give me a better finish. Any suggestions?

2007-05-03 07:32:51 · 15 answers · asked by eazzzye2003 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

things like peas, carrots, beans, cucumbers...

also..is it too late to plant sunflowers at this time from seed. I'm an INEXPERIENCED Gardener.

2007-05-03 07:25:06 · 2 answers · asked by applecheeks 4 in Garden & Landscape

I bought 3 beautiful flower plants a couple weeks ago. (I forgot the name of them.) I planted them in pots, and now all three have stopped blooming. The leaves look great but no more blooms. Does anyone know what I did wrong?

2007-05-03 07:18:04 · 4 answers · asked by Hopper52 2 in Garden & Landscape

I realize China is the major consumer of Portland cement these days as well as steel.

2007-05-03 06:57:19 · 5 answers · asked by fluffernut 7 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-05-03 06:48:48 · 4 answers · asked by emma_darling 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

Is this easy how do I stop water from going everywhere?

There seems to be a funny connection above and below the pump with little square bits on what happens if I screw these in? Does that stop the water?

2007-05-03 06:40:34 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

My wrap-around porch was added in the late 1800's. There are 10 brick piers holding it up that need repointing. I was planning on doing this myself, but I do have a question: aside from obvious structural damage (such as wobbling), what are the signs that should prompt me to call a pro instead of doing it myself?

Also, I planned on using a brick sealer on all the piers after I finish. Since this is historic brick, what's the best sealer? Any other tips you want to add would be welcome.

2007-05-03 06:29:40 · 3 answers · asked by Suzanne: YPA 7 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-05-03 06:12:51 · 1 answers · asked by teddygramking08 1 in Garden & Landscape

2007-05-03 06:08:59 · 3 answers · asked by NolaHome 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

I thought about just setting a perrnial on the new grass and just adding gardening soil to reach the top of root, will that work?

2007-05-03 05:50:15 · 0 answers · asked by Stitch 3 in Garden & Landscape

How can I get the smell out of my new dark brown leather couch? It stinks up my whole room. I don't think it is cheap leather. I have tried baking soda in the room, but the smell is too over-powering. I saw one site said to use mink oil and another said do not use oil. I saw one site said use Febreeze and another site said do not? Does anyone know of something to use (the more natural the better)?

2007-05-03 05:37:58 · 6 answers · asked by 4history 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-05-03 05:32:09 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-05-03 05:30:39 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I am looking for some thick drapes that I can put over my 1 1/2 year olds windows. When the sun rises it shines right through her window waking her up early and it is still light out when she goes to bed making it hard for her to sleep. I am looking for a good thick drape but also cute. Colors having to do with light pink, light purple, or light green. Thank you

2007-05-03 05:26:48 · 5 answers · asked by kirstenw83 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

i have a gas barbecue with a solid plate and rack, bought last year but has gone a bit rusty , as i have not used it, the racks do not look to good to put food on, what paint is safe to use , for heat and putting food on,

2007-05-03 05:13:23 · 7 answers · asked by marksaddie 2 in Other - Home & Garden

What is the outside diameter of 1.25" conduit? If I'm not mistaken, 1.25" is the inside dimension. I'm drilling a hole to run the conduit through a wall and need to know what size hole to drill.
Thanks!

2007-05-03 05:05:34 · 4 answers · asked by NY1Krr 4 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-05-03 05:03:21 · 6 answers · asked by Clyde 1 in Garden & Landscape

2007-05-03 04:50:07 · 4 answers · asked by syncimage 1 in Garden & Landscape

I planted tomatoes and peppers next to each other (in separate containers) in a greenhouse, and I've noticed that all my other seedlings are doing fine except the tomatoes (which were doing fine until the peppers came along), then my brother told me that he read that tomatoes and peppers can't be next to each other, and that the tomatoes die when they are. Does anyone know if this is true, and if it is, does anyone know why it happens?

2007-05-03 04:45:11 · 5 answers · asked by sdemann 2 in Other - Home & Garden

I am making quilts for sale and I'm curious about how much to charge. Made of good quality materials and various sizes. Need help setting guidelines on selling them.

2007-05-03 04:41:06 · 8 answers · asked by booberry 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-05-03 04:40:32 · 3 answers · asked by Lydia S 1 in Garden & Landscape

I had someone accidentally use roundup on all my weeds on my lawn, and it killed half of my lawn. Do I have any chance of bringing the lawn back or am I totally hosed. I've thought about re-seeding, is there any point?

2007-05-03 04:29:25 · 4 answers · asked by ryan b 1 in Garden & Landscape

What are the pros and cons of buying trees from The National Arbor Day Foundation vs. a traditional nursery?

2007-05-03 04:27:32 · 4 answers · asked by Jennifer H 1 in Garden & Landscape