Home & Garden - 11 August 2007

2007-08-11 17:04:36 · 8 answers · asked by Steve 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-08-11 17:00:12 · 6 answers · asked by Jeff S 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

The plugs fall out quite easily. Its really strange. I just moved into this house and all of the outlets are like that.

2007-08-11 16:35:54 · 11 answers · asked by michelle 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-11 16:22:20 · 6 answers · asked by hrt1404_t 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

My boyfriend and I moved into a house recently and want to decorate our walls. Where can I find cool artwork that fits our age group? We are in our 20's and are open minded about any kind of art work. Any ideas where to shop for cheap, or any pieces that are mass produced that would look good in our house?

2007-08-11 16:20:04 · 4 answers · asked by vannajune 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

Need to access carb, etc for inspection, but can't get the fuel tank off. What is holding it on?

2007-08-11 16:14:57 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-11 16:12:28 · 4 answers · asked by my4sonsnme 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-11 16:08:43 · 6 answers · asked by pastasitalianas 1 in Other - Home & Garden

The leaves on these trees seem similar to those on the plum trees, but blossom with little blue/purple flowers whereas the plum trees blossom white. If they are, indeed, the males, do I need to keep both of them - one for each fruit-bearing plum tree, or is one male enough for both of them? Can't they cross-polinate each other? Or do they have to be different species? Thank you.

2007-08-11 15:55:47 · 6 answers · asked by ajlikt 1 in Garden & Landscape

My 15-month old sleeps there. We took her out of the room for the night so we can let the room air out and hopefully the smell will go away by tomorrow. Would the dying motor give off a smell or may something else have happened?

2007-08-11 15:52:07 · 5 answers · asked by alcoh71 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Here's the catch....There are two layers, the first being vinyl. I started taking it off and it just peeled away...no problem. The problem is, theres a layer of wallpaper underneath, however before the people put up the new wallpaper they covered the old stuff with what seems to be a putty/plaster type stuff. I've never seen anything like this before. I've tried a steamer and the chemical remover stuff and anything that involves water seems to just make it worse. At the most the wallpaper comes off in little dime-sized peices. I need help!!!! Has anyone ever seen anything like this before?? If not, does anyone have any ideas on what I could possibly do? Thanks so much for your help!

2007-08-11 15:50:29 · 9 answers · asked by pinkymingo 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I want to install a window air conditioner venting into an unused, but well ventilated interior space. There is a drain in the space for a drain hose, but since the newer types of AC units evaporate most water to the outside, I am afraid of filling the space with too much humidity.
Are there still ACs available that do not evaporate the condensed water, or can I short circuit the evaporation and just drain the condensate?

2007-08-11 15:49:22 · 1 answers · asked by Louis L 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

How is this related to fire inspection and insurance rates?

2007-08-11 15:30:27 · 9 answers · asked by MeredithJ 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

There is a security light on my house with a photo cell that comes on for 10 seconds then goes off day and night. Any Ideas would be helpful.

2007-08-11 15:27:57 · 3 answers · asked by ravennightsmoke 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I replaced all of my bulbs in my home with CFC bulbs... aside from the misrepresentation on the packaging (supposed to give off the equivalant of a 65W bulb, yet the rooms are much darker now) the bulbs i installed in the celing fan fixture in my living room flicker when the celing fan is not on...

the bulbs are in tight, i double checked, when i noticed this flickering...

the fan is made by hunter, and has a remote control to control fan speed and to turn on/off the light, it does not have a dimmer function... it is also on a 3-way switch...

the flickering never occured with standard bulbs, and never occurs when the fan is on high, regardless what direction the fan spins in...

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2007-08-11 15:22:01 · 2 answers · asked by joe r 7 in Maintenance & Repairs

I currently live in Texas.. I have bermuda grass (husbands choice not mine) My neighbor has st. augistine grass and it is taking over my bermuda... What kind of grass can I seed over my bermuda to make it look nice or even match the st augustine? The bermuda is to far taken over and will not fight off the augustine. So I need to over seed and any and all advice would be apprieciated. Also it needs to be drought resistant. Some people say kentuky blue but not sure if it can fight off the augustine so if you have experiece drop me a line.

2007-08-11 15:05:15 · 4 answers · asked by lilly 2 in Garden & Landscape

I live in zone 7 (E. TN) and would like to know what is the best ground cover for a shady steep hill going onto the driveway. I need something to control erosion that spreads quickly and doesn't need much care.

2007-08-11 14:51:27 · 12 answers · asked by tngal 2 in Garden & Landscape

Have been shopping at Home Depot and Lowes for a new standard white alcove bathtub. Lowes sells American Standard americast porcelain tub. Home Depot seems to have more Kohler, which are either acrylic or cast iron. I wonder if the cast iron is very heavy and if it is harder to install. Anyone know anything about bathtubs??

2007-08-11 14:36:45 · 9 answers · asked by raindrop221 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I live in Chicago and I started my planting late, I guess =, for it is now August and my tomatoes, pumpkins, cantaloupes and watermelons are just growing now. Will it be a wash with them this year? I started with plants I bought at a nursery in early June.

2007-08-11 14:29:00 · 3 answers · asked by mattysmom 1 in Garden & Landscape

2007-08-11 14:26:01 · 7 answers · asked by John 16 5 in Garden & Landscape

I live in Texas and it gets hot it was 101 degrees and I had to mow how do I stay cool?

2007-08-11 14:19:45 · 11 answers · asked by Michael K 1 in Garden & Landscape

Thanks for all the input! =)

2007-08-11 14:16:55 · 4 answers · asked by xplozno8 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

My wife and I just bought a new house and noticed one of the cabinets is loose.

I'm thinking I can just re-screw it back up, but in a new hole.

I also noticed it only seems to be screwed into the drywall.

Isn't it supposed to be screwed into a stud?

This might seem like a stupid question to some of you, but I'm no "Mr Fix-It" to say the least.

Any input is appreciated.

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2007-08-11 14:08:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I am moving into an apartment in AS IS condition in order to get a discounted rental payment. I went in today to take a look at things to add onto my list of to do's and decided to take a real good look at the carpet. First, its dark red, a combination of red and maroon. Secondly, when opening the blinds to see the carpet I discovered there are dark colored stains all over the carpet. Then I took off my shoes to see how it feels and its hard. There are spots that feel soft and somewhat fluffy as this carpet should, however, the majority of the carpet is stiff to walk on and kind of sticky feeling. I am going to rent a rug doctor to try to shampoo the carpet real well, but need to know if there is a suggested carpet cleaning chemical for this issue or a suggested carpet cleaning method to use for this type of situation? Any help will be greatly appreciated! The landlord claims to have already cleaned the

2007-08-11 14:02:35 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

What other methods can I do. I am keeping everything clean

2007-08-11 14:02:34 · 5 answers · asked by niseypooh20 1 in Other - Home & Garden

We have some really nice sunflowers and I would like to learn how to use them. I'd appreciate some help.

2007-08-11 13:46:01 · 5 answers · asked by m r 1 in Garden & Landscape

2007-08-11 13:29:50 · 4 answers · asked by russ 1 in Garden & Landscape

I am looking for recommendations for a great daily spray product for the shower that I only need to spray and walk away. No rinsing. Great cleaning job. My shower stall starts to grow mold within a week so want something that would keep mold at bay until I do a thorough cleaning of the shower. (I'm not interested in that automatic spraying product or looking for a recipe for a homemade mix.) I have tried some brands and would just like to know if anyone uses a product they would highly recommend. My shower and I thank you in advance for your advice!

2007-08-11 13:26:38 · 4 answers · asked by Laika 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

i need the thing that you just stick on windows so no one can see through them... and where could i buy them from?

2007-08-11 13:20:18 · 6 answers · asked by English Wiz 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

We have some questions and need your advice.

1) The following loads are supposed to be installed in 1 house.
1.1 Aircondition (12000 BTU) 1 UNIT (3500 W)
1.2 Water pump 1 UNIT (1000 W)
1.3 FAN 3 UNIT (150 W)
1.4 LIGHTING (LED Light) 12 UNIT (300 W)
1.5 TV 1 UNIT (200 W)
1.6 DVD Player 1 UNIT (20 W)
1.7 WASHING MACHINE 1 UNIT (200W)
1.8 REFRIGERATER 1 UNIT (200W)
TOTAL 5570 W

2007-08-11 13:11:43 · 4 answers · asked by gaspar e 1 in Other - Home & Garden