Home & Garden - 15 September 2007

I have some white wooden blinds, and the slats are getting a bit grubby even though I dust them. They look like the could all do with a little wash. It would take ages to do each slat by hand and wondered, if I should take them down and wash them gently in the bath , with some mild soap ?

What d'ya think? Shall I?

2007-09-15 11:14:20 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-09-15 11:08:02 · 4 answers · asked by collins5456 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-09-15 10:36:57 · 2 answers · asked by alicia p 1 in Garden & Landscape

In my living room, we have beige walls, a beige sofa, and beige carpet. Unfortunately, there's a stone fireplace, so we had to keep the "earthy" colors. I have several pictures, and they all have the beige color in them, but for the most part they are brightly colored. Can I get away with a print on curtains, or is it better to have solid color curtains, and what color?

2007-09-15 10:32:58 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-09-15 10:31:55 · 11 answers · asked by Bobby 3 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I have been informed that I can not have them replaced by a standard electrician and I know that I can not cover them with a radiator cover...

The other problem I have is that they have no timer and little in the way of a thermostat...they are either on or off and only work at certain times of the day....not much good in the middle of winter...

Any Ideas?

2007-09-15 09:54:06 · 5 answers · asked by MARIA 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I need solutions that cost little or no money.

2007-09-15 09:48:54 · 2 answers · asked by Sage 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-09-15 09:48:08 · 4 answers · asked by ja77 7 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-09-15 09:46:37 · 3 answers · asked by ja77 7 in Decorating & Remodeling

my rng is changing color. it was silver when i brough it and now it turn redish orange. is there anyway i could turn it back o silver?

2007-09-15 09:45:12 · 11 answers · asked by qlypie 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

Only notice smell when using hot water. There is no funny taste and we have a water softening system

2007-09-15 09:24:47 · 7 answers · asked by leleleelee 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

As you can see that's my weekend up the spout.

2007-09-15 09:15:57 · 16 answers · asked by john m 6 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

my switch currently has two hot legs going to it.

2007-09-15 09:11:53 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

We have navy blue plain carpet and sofa is like erm grey with some navy blue. At present the wall is plain white. Anyideas what colour paint or shade would look nice?

2007-09-15 09:03:43 · 12 answers · asked by Ess Vee 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-09-15 08:51:15 · 10 answers · asked by ? 5 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I have 2 broken ceramic tiles, 10". The other tiles are okay. The tiles are set on cement board, with regular tile cement. What is the best way to remove them so they can be replaced?

2007-09-15 08:50:01 · 4 answers · asked by irongrama 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

The plastic suckers things keep the shelves in place,does anyone know the correct name for them and where I can get them I have searched the net for hours and still no luck..thanks

2007-09-15 08:47:11 · 2 answers · asked by drtydi05 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

my daughter spilled blue kool aid on beige carpet anyone have any suggestions on what might get it out i tried that resolve carpet cleaner and it didnt touch it please help

2007-09-15 08:46:03 · 5 answers · asked by MrsDavis27 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

It is not in the shower, just a bathroom wall, and I already have the cement board up. Will Gravity make the tile fall off the mortar?

2007-09-15 08:38:05 · 2 answers · asked by Daria 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Also, if you have any tiips for caring for them, I would really appreciate it. It is important to me that I keep these plant alive for awhile. I live in region 5/6 if it matters.

Planter 1: Has at least 6 different types of plant.
Planter 2: Has approximately 7 different plants including a Peace Lily.
Plant 3: ?
Plant 4: I know it is a Peace Lily.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/amanda48/sets/72157602022317964/show/

Thanks for your help!

2007-09-15 08:33:32 · 6 answers · asked by amanda 3 in Garden & Landscape

Obviously don't have a clue what I'm doing with electrics. I've tried using a bulb that I know works but it doesn't work in this socket. I've read something about transformers. Would that be the problem and how do I go about replacing one?

2007-09-15 08:28:52 · 17 answers · asked by Gary H 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Well, there's a pretty darn big bug (it must be over an inch long. I think it might be a cricket or grasshopper, but I'm not sure) in front of my closet, and I'm having problems getting over my squemishness. I know I should just take a broom and dustpan, sweep it up and throw it away, but whenever I start I feel like I'm going to throw up, and I can't get anyone else to get it for me. Help?

2007-09-15 08:17:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

i want weirdddd things.
I have lots of extremely strange high fashion pictures, some photography, labels of things i find, sayings, and more.
What else can I put thats odd and easy to hang.

Where can i find other cool things?

2007-09-15 08:10:14 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-09-15 07:43:17 · 5 answers · asked by Ryan 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

As opposed to 12-2 with only black and white (plus a ground)... This is only was guess. What does the red wire do? I noticed in a professionally wired switched light in my house the red from the light was wired into the switch and the black was just capped. If I am doing a shed wiring project (maybe to power a band saw in the future) do I need to mess with the red wire (12-3 - if that is correct?)??? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

2007-09-15 07:36:53 · 10 answers · asked by ape54321 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I've tried sticky traps, enclosed traps (it just ate the peanut butter and didn't set the trap off), and am at my wits end. I love animals, but not ones that poop all over the kitchen. Any personal experience in this matter would be most helpful! This is one smart mousie!

2007-09-15 07:33:42 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

What would be the best way to take from it to start my own grape vine at my home? I found it about 10 minutes from my house growing wildly.

2007-09-15 07:30:54 · 4 answers · asked by Love Life 2 in Garden & Landscape

2007-09-15 07:28:33 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

when to cut back rosesin northern tx.?

2007-09-15 07:25:45 · 4 answers · asked by gloye m 1 in Garden & Landscape

I need a new lock for my locker. Where can I get a MASTER lock. for my school locker? I live in New York. Other Good and easy locker locks can be posted. Thanks guys

2007-09-15 07:24:25 · 5 answers · asked by Katbot 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)