Home & Garden - 22 November 2007

HELP im cold...and have No money

2007-11-22 14:37:30 · 8 answers · asked by Sara G 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

It seems to leak out of the track on the frame or from the bottom of the door itself along a channel that is not level. Could the door may have been put on bachwards? Could the seal be leaking?

2007-11-22 14:36:29 · 10 answers · asked by Dee Dee 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Growing up in the 1970s and 1980s, my family always had an electric can opener and it seemed that everyone else did as well. Today, however, it seems as if electric can openers are quite rare. My wife and I don't have one. Neither my parents nor any of the friends whose homes I've visited lately contain one. The nearby Target, which carries 20 models of every other small electric, had only two electric can openers last I checked. Obviously, it seems like a larger percentage of food comes in plastic packages or pull top cans. But, while I'd assume that there have been some advances in plastic packaging, pull tops existed in the 1970s too. Any ideas?

2007-11-22 14:29:32 · 5 answers · asked by Dr3rdEye 1 in Other - Home & Garden

You can hear it the plastic of the tub that is making the noise not the floor underneath ..What can I do to fix..Do I need to replace the whole tub ?

2007-11-22 14:28:54 · 5 answers · asked by steve g 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-11-22 14:26:31 · 2 answers · asked by im cool 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-11-22 13:57:59 · 10 answers · asked by Jae 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

2007-11-22 13:54:35 · 7 answers · asked by excel77 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I quit smoking the day I found out I was pregnant (1 month ago) and my boyfriend has been smoking outside. It still smells like smoke in here and it's disgusting. Everytime I lay on the couch I want to puke and air still smells gross. We were heavy smokers (he's cut down a lot and I'm sure the -40c we're going into will help him stop) What should I do?

2007-11-22 13:49:55 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

There was a small fire in my oven today. I THINK it was caused by food particules at the bottom of oven, thanks to my lazy roommate. I went into a panic when the fire wasn't going out with the oven shut, so I turned off the oven, then poured a small amount of water on the fire (about a small glass of waters worth), which I know wasn't the smartest! It put out the fire right away, but I was wondering if the oven is still safe to use. Thanks so much!

2007-11-22 13:47:58 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-11-22 13:47:33 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I found some really cool panels that go on the fluorescent light fixtures common in offices.

Here's what they look like:
http://www.usaskypanels.com/greekpanels/products.html

Does anyone know where I could find out how to make these for myself? I'd love to design my own, but I want to do it as inexpensively as possible while still having it look good.

2007-11-22 13:35:58 · 4 answers · asked by Just A User 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-11-22 13:27:12 · 7 answers · asked by queenie1966 2 in Garden & Landscape

What causes this and how can I counter this effect?

2007-11-22 13:13:52 · 10 answers · asked by Greywolf 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

I'm a teenage girl with a very messy room. Mostly clutter, and on the floor is just all clothes. Can you help with steps to clean it up and organize it nicely? I don't know where to start! I also am really into photography, so i have tons of pictures with my friends and what not. Is there any way to neatly organize those too? I just want any suggestions at all. :)

2007-11-22 12:59:42 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-11-22 12:54:37 · 4 answers · asked by polyttex 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

any suggestions?

2007-11-22 12:50:29 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

i was watching this show" cool tools" on DIY and they showed this one tool that i cant remember wht its called, it has the same function as a socket wrench, it loosens bolts, but the grasping part is more circular and it gets smaller as you squeeze the handle, can you help?

2007-11-22 12:44:35 · 2 answers · asked by Bear 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-11-22 12:29:46 · 6 answers · asked by Marie Q 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

It just seems a lot cheaper to buy water than it is to pay a plumber to fix frozen pipes. Not to mention the aggravation and the inconvenience.

2007-11-22 11:52:04 · 14 answers · asked by Gnome 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

The repairman told me it was gonna cost me $300 plus whatever parts he needs and I have a friend who told me that I can buy the part and do it myself for cheaper. He also told me that all the parts for your heating and AC are all under a $100. It's just having the know how to do it! Any help?

2007-11-22 11:47:56 · 7 answers · asked by andrephoenix 4 in Maintenance & Repairs

I planted a green giant thuja evergreen around 09/15/2007.
I didn't notice at the time it was planted with a slight lean.
Will it straighten itself out next spring when it starts to grow, or should I do something about it now.
I really do not want to disturb it.
I planted 3 total plants and they all are getting light golden brown on every branch on the very ends (tips).
Is this normal.
Thank for any advice

2007-11-22 11:34:31 · 5 answers · asked by barnardowl 1 in Garden & Landscape

I used my microwave this morning and it worked fine. I just tried to use it a few minutes ago, and it started making this loud buzzing sound, with the light flashing on and off. When I opened the door, the inside was smoking. It's only seven years old, and it's not a cheap model. Does ANYONE know what this could be (and how much it would cost to fix)? I can't afford another really nice one, and I know that it's technically possible to live without a microwave, but it would really suck. Thanks for your help:)

2007-11-22 11:33:35 · 5 answers · asked by starbaby8119 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Please go into to detail,thankyou and happy thanks giving.

2007-11-22 11:15:02 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I am in sales my entire life. I know how to sell and buy. However! I never can get furniture stores to move on price. I have seem to try every close I can think of but to no avail. With the most brands exclusive or very limited to one place per town it is hard to say so and so store is going to sell it to me for X amount of dollars cheaper. Anyway ne idea would be great. If it matters I am thinking of going to eathan allen as one stop but don't need to buy there.

2007-11-22 10:59:12 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

I just bought a Brinkmann 805-2101-S Pitmaster Deluxe Smoke 'N Pit. I like it a lot and want to convert it to a gas grill so that I can use it for anything from slow cooking a brisket or firing up the propane and grilling some hamburgers real quick. What would be an easy way too run some propane burners up into the main grilling area and attach them to a propane bottle? Are there any kits out there for doing this?

2007-11-22 10:58:27 · 1 answers · asked by Cuz I Said So 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I have checked circuits ,they are fine. I tested wires to circuits and they are not getting any current. Could it be a receptacle which had a portable heater plugged into it. there is not obvious burn mark in receptacles anywhere in room. I have tried everything but changing out every outlet. any sugesstions before I have to call an electrician. Thank you ps. circuit breakers are fine-fuses are fine.

2007-11-22 10:25:26 · 6 answers · asked by kirbycwb 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I want to plant a Mid- sized, Tree or a Plant, Read and help me decide wht I want :)

1) Sentimental Value, remebering a person.
2) Can survive Winters In Ukraine ^_^ (most imp)
3) Leaves may be any colour, even orange.
4) Flowers, which people will not get tempted to cut and rob it :D
4) Nice smell, or just looks nice.
5) May or may not have fruits.
6) Not very Bright coloured.
7) Unique; Imported plants will do.
8) Doesnt grow more than 1.5 story tall
9) Doesnt become a mess
10) Dark green leaves, yellow organge or red fruits, flowers? or something like tiss is in my mind.

I would plant which is famous, or unique in Areas of Europe, such as England, Poland, Germany or even Switz.
Any suggestions on wht to plant around it, like small flowers, around the main plant :)

thnx ppl

2007-11-22 10:24:51 · 7 answers · asked by bob m 1 in Garden & Landscape

then what is the proper name for a stanley blade

2007-11-22 09:57:33 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

i want to get an alternative for a bean bag chair for xmas... like casual seating that can be put on the floor. they sell exactly what i want pbteen.com but they are wicked expensive and i dont want my parents to spend a lot. any ideass??
thanksss

2007-11-22 09:37:05 · 4 answers · asked by devan c 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Home built in 1850 with 2nd floor having 6'-6" ceiling height, I want to install 2x4 collar ties at every rafter at a height of 8'-6" then cut the joists. Can this be done? Any suggestions and/or tips will be greatly appreciated. Yes, I will probly be here a long time so selling is not an option. Thanks for any help

2007-11-22 09:28:23 · 6 answers · asked by zurc137 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)