Home & Garden - 2 November 2007

this is a delft blue vinyl chair seat outside in sun used.

2007-11-02 07:31:46 · 3 answers · asked by samandkatie@sbcglobal.net 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I live in Austin TX.
I just bought a home (HUD foreclosure) & the carpet is yuk!
I'm hoping to pull it up soon (begining of 2008) but in the meantime I have to clean it somehow!
I think the previous owners had pets or something, I don't know how anyone can get a carpet THAT dirty!

My question:
Has anyone used those carpet cleaner rental thingies you rent at the grocery store (or anywhere, I don't know what they're called but they're those bulky red/blak cleaners..

Any suggestions on getting the funk out?
My whole house STINKS & I think it's coming from the carpet.. if it's not.. then I'm SOL!

2007-11-02 07:29:22 · 11 answers · asked by No stalkers allowed 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

I am trying to find folding chair covers for a reasonable price, I only need about 40-50. Anyone have any idea where I can look or know of any place! Or maybe even has some they are looking to sell! Or if anyone has any other ideas on how to possible make some EASILY! AS I do not sew! Any ideas or help with this would be greatly appreciated!! Thank you!

2007-11-02 07:24:43 · 4 answers · asked by awesomemommy05 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

after the air is taken outand they are flat I store them . When I go to open them up next season they have filled up with air. THis is every one I have used .

2007-11-02 07:23:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-11-02 07:20:16 · 3 answers · asked by baldragon 1 in Garden & Landscape

I currently have some "builder's grade" Broan exhaust fans in my bathroom. Over the last 5 years or so they have gotten REALLY noisy. It looks like it would be a huge pain in the butt to clean them -- the vacuum cleaner nozzle doesn't fit to clean it.

Anyway, Broan sells a kit to swap out the noisy fan (& motor). Are these worth it? And what do I need to look out for in terms of them fitting my existing fan housing? Also, I'm up for any other suggestions regarding quieting these fans. . .

Thanks!

2007-11-02 07:15:25 · 6 answers · asked by nc 3 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-11-02 07:07:58 · 4 answers · asked by sexyanimal228 1 in Garden & Landscape

I have two separate light switches that control two separate lights in my kitchen. These lights are from the same feed. The problem I'm having is that the one light will only turn on when the other light is turned on? I'm pretty sure I've connected everything properly so I'm stumped. Can anyone help me out?

2007-11-02 07:03:05 · 5 answers · asked by David M 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-11-02 07:02:56 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

Just purchased patterned carpet tiles for the storage room and after removing them from the box we realized that there are numbers (from 1 to 4) and arrows on the back of the tiles. Since this is my first time installing them, I have no idea what the numbers mean (no in-dept instructions included, except that I should lay them in the same direction (hence the arrows)) and how to use them to properly install the tiles. Do they go: row of 1-1-1 and then 2-2-2 or 1-2-3-4 or should I just look at the pattern and forget the numbers?
Any help greatly appreciated!

2007-11-02 06:55:17 · 4 answers · asked by cruisekon 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I have a large dog that weewee'd on my offwhite carpet and i attempted to clean it with spot shot, but a couple days later, it came back. Any suggestions are appreciated.

2007-11-02 06:41:29 · 8 answers · asked by kitamonster 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

stuck on science hwk plz help need to be done by tonight
thanks

2007-11-02 06:35:11 · 27 answers · asked by Sam H 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I have relatively new windows in my bedroom upstairs. It's an older house, a bungalow (1950s), and it's getting drafty and cold. I'm not sure if there's anything I can do about insulation or what, but with gas prices on the rise again, I can't afford to counter that coldness with just strictly turning the heat up.

I have a buddy who tried putting that "blow-in" insulation in and he said it sucked. Any ideas? Thanks in advance!

2007-11-02 06:34:32 · 2 answers · asked by Reens 3 in Other - Home & Garden

The plumber said they would dig my yard up and cut my pipes with a price starting at $500! If anyone knows any tricks please share:) By the way the plumber has not even seen it yet.

2007-11-02 06:30:11 · 6 answers · asked by c_carrera2000 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

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2007-11-02 06:27:19 · 3 answers · asked by wrokgoddess 3 in Garden & Landscape

I live in an old house that has beautiful wood windows. I don't want to loss the look of origal wood. Is there a way to just replace the glass to make it more energy efficient. The windows are currently single pane is there a way to put in more efficient single or double glass.

2007-11-02 06:26:24 · 4 answers · asked by j. W 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Need to glue 1 inch strips together to make laminated block

2007-11-02 06:25:59 · 11 answers · asked by Ian D 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I live in an old house that has beautiful wood windows. I don't want to loss the look of origal wood. Is there a way to just replace the glass to make it more energy efficient. The windows are currently single pane is there a way to put in more efficient single or double glass.

2007-11-02 06:25:52 · 7 answers · asked by j. W 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I want to buy a toaster but it is used but the seller is trusted. But how would I clean the toaster inside so it I know it is safe for me and my family to use.

2007-11-02 06:25:42 · 10 answers · asked by lil' miss fashionista 5 in Cleaning & Laundry

but it still smells like poop. Is there a better vent or any ideas

2007-11-02 06:24:23 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

which is better to use in a childs room during the cold, dry winter? i've heard bad things about both. what's the best way to keep them clean?

2007-11-02 06:19:58 · 5 answers · asked by upintheclouds000 1 in Other - Home & Garden

Have a new Dado set which I am planning to use this afternoon. Never done it but seems pretty straight forward. Any suggestions or things I should watch out for? Thanks

2007-11-02 06:11:17 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

It says it will remove and prevent Dangerous build up.

2007-11-02 05:59:05 · 3 answers · asked by Robert S 5 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-11-02 05:49:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-11-02 05:42:06 · 28 answers · asked by Dilila 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

In general, what is the purpose of an attic?

We were thinking of taking our 2nd floor ceilings and moving them up, hence getting rid of our tiny attic.

Or is there some reason we should be keeping attic?

2007-11-02 05:40:56 · 7 answers · asked by ♥ Mary ♥ 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

I want to cut some of the tall pampas grass growing in my garden to use as part of an indoor display.but dont'know how to dry them out. Any suggestions ?

2007-11-02 05:32:18 · 4 answers · asked by molly1260 2 in Other - Home & Garden

I have been to Lowe's and Home Depot but couldn't find a product used to polish travertine tile. Please HELP!

2007-11-02 05:24:43 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

pull the choke...the guy who sold it to me said it has always been that way and it runs better that way because it is easier to spray the cleaner in there? Any ideas or solutions?

2007-11-02 05:22:51 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have the kind with all the slats going across when you open them. They are really dusty whats the best way to clean them please.

2007-11-02 05:21:08 · 5 answers · asked by caliwyo 3 in Cleaning & Laundry