Home & Garden - 27 November 2007

Is there a febreeze for cat/dog smells

2007-11-27 23:52:30 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

Can somebody tell me if they scent a room good?

2007-11-27 23:50:56 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

I am trying to install a mains water filter. This has a 3/4'' female threaded inlet and outlet to which I am attaching threaded male brass connectors. The problem is that it is still weeping slightly despite use of quite a lot of ptfe tape. I have dismantled, re-assembled and replaced the ptfe tape about half a dozen times but I can't seem to stop the weep. The filter is plastic (tho' it seems to be very good quality -or that is very expensive anyway) so I am a little worried that if i tighten too much it might crack. I have no problem with the brass-to-brass reducer that attaches to the brass connector, so I don't see what I am doing wrong. The supplier says ptfe tape should work (I asked if a rubber or fibre washer would help)....any ideas? is there a sealant I could get maybe? Thanks

2007-11-27 23:36:45 · 15 answers · asked by Persevere 4 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

which we wanted to submit to the local "The best organic veggy" competition. What should we now do?
It was 4 feet 69 (the cucumber, not the hog), and was like a child for us. We pinned all our hopes in its wining.

2007-11-27 23:23:49 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I already soaked it in hot water & got the paper off and now it is sticky. The nail polish remover made it worse.

2007-11-27 22:36:20 · 7 answers · asked by manetna2 4 in Cleaning & Laundry

i am doing a small studies of pumpkin seeds and i have no idea on where i can purchase it...

and any information on pumpkin seeds that can be shared?

thanks =)

2007-11-27 22:02:04 · 4 answers · asked by kuahyj 1 in Garden & Landscape

The cold water taps in my bathroom are not running or just trickling, is it possible that I may have an air lock somewhere in the system? If so, how do I confirm this and how do I go about fixing it? Many thanks!

2007-11-27 19:43:16 · 4 answers · asked by bunnyrabbit22 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Yes, tired of looking at the stuff even after I wash this tub/shower.
IT's the sides of the acrylic shower that seem real stubborn.
Don't want to look at it anymore + my arms get tired fast from scrubbing because I'm a woman w/weak arms [they are petite,lol] ...
anyway WHAT in the world can I use to soak the junk off b4 I even get started on scrubbing this off??
Thanks

2007-11-27 18:41:50 · 7 answers · asked by Auntie Marie SueB 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

this is for a school project, i have to figure out how much paint is needed to paint our school tennis court

2007-11-27 18:37:59 · 3 answers · asked by babygurl_pinkp 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

You were right though these things are big.

2007-11-27 18:37:18 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

2007-11-27 18:16:35 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I have an old dresser that's kinda ugly (paint is flat chocolate color, but I don't feel like scraping all the paint off just to stain and varnish it. Is there some kind of paint or stain I can just slap on top of the old paint to make it look semi-nice?

2007-11-27 18:07:31 · 3 answers · asked by themandrill5 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

My grandfather lives right on the lake and all summer I was noticing this weird growth on the base of a large branch (what is left of one that must have come down in a storm at some point). It is a very pale yellow color, and almost seemed to look "dirty" as the weather dropped, but the last time I was up there, the "fungus" (if that's what it is) was still there. It's large, and doesn't resemble anything I've found on the internet. It just looks like someone sprayed a pale yellow foam/whipped cream for about 2 and half feet (in length) and most of the way around the entire circle of the branch.

Any ideas?

2007-11-27 17:56:22 · 0 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I am moving my own one bedroom apartment. I have a bathroom that is no wider then a standard shower/ washer and dryer put together. There is a sink, but no mirror. How can I make a sexy bathroom, where there will be a washer and dryer? I also can't paint the apartment, or do anything permanent. I was wondering if I could tile it myself, but how would I tile the walls and maybe the floor? with out it being permanent?

2007-11-27 17:45:59 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

i need to get rid of alot of junk and want to have yard sale. do i need a permit?

2007-11-27 17:36:34 · 6 answers · asked by pixie288 1 in Garden & Landscape

Last year I used scotch tape, it held pretty well but there must be something better that won't make holes in my woodwork.

2007-11-27 17:01:43 · 5 answers · asked by Brokn 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

and 180 ft. of moulding around the windows.

2007-11-27 16:57:36 · 2 answers · asked by peany 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I bought a Pluot tree approx 9 months ago and i think it was around 2 years old? (guess) and it is now about 1.5 meters tall, it had white flowers this year in spring and there is no visible fruit, i am not very educated in the fruit tree area, any help appreciated. thanks

2007-11-27 16:56:39 · 5 answers · asked by Sam A 2 in Garden & Landscape

when i hang my paper snowflakes with tape, it leaves spots on the ceiling and the tape is to weak so keep the snowflakes from falling down. What can I use that stays in place and is not distructive?

2007-11-27 16:53:32 · 8 answers · asked by Kalee 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

The latch that holds up the side of my crib is broken, I'm trying to find a replacement but I'm having a really hard time. Its a delta 5-in-1 crib. Does anyone know where I can find one???

2007-11-27 16:38:20 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I know ZERO about beds and matteress.....im going to buy both...for example does : a queen mattress fit any Queen frame Especially if i buy them at different stores? ANY info will Help! and of course what about comfort...Uggh!!!

2007-11-27 16:37:38 · 4 answers · asked by athooo 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

is there a way to fix it or do I just have to paint it? Its Dark Brown Herbal Essences hair dye that was wiped off but left a stain mark and that wall is white.... should I do? Is there a way to get that stuff off or should I just paint my wall? My roommate is pissed cause she thinks that our land lord will take it out of her safety deposit and i wanne just fix it so she shuts up....

2007-11-27 16:25:02 · 6 answers · asked by leopard_print_mac 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

my house recently got infested with roaches, not big ones, just small ones, baby roaches and half grow roaches. they used to be around the sink only, i told my dad to spray them but he refuse to do so because he take the excuse of his nose will get irritated if he spray. and now i just looked at my bed, a half grow roach just run under my bed and i dont know what to do, i am not going to sleep on that bed because the roach might get in my ear. what should i do now, im a student so call professional is not an option for me. and my dad wouldnt want to do it either. Im so scared of the roaches

2007-11-27 16:24:18 · 12 answers · asked by BeeBeelicious 2 in Other - Home & Garden

I just moved into a 'new' old house this fall and am having trouble with my heat. The Heater in the basement is making a loud banging noise at the top of the heater where a pressure release valve appears to be. This happens when the furnace is at 150F and around 10 PSI. It looks like the valve is releasing pressure then slamming shut. Because the pressure gauge drops from 10 to 0 in time with the banging. Is this a defective valve? Other problem?

When I open the valve, the banging stops, but the temperature rises dramatically, and steam is released. Then after a few minutes the banging starts up again.

I don't have any bleeder valves on the ends of the baseboards it appears to be a continuous system, so there may be air in the pipes, but I am not sure how to get it out?

Please help its driving us crazy.......

2007-11-27 16:22:37 · 3 answers · asked by ɹɐǝɟsuɐs Blessed Cheese Maker 7 in Maintenance & Repairs

So I have tried everything! New soap, the soap in the packets, jetdry. *sigh*

What is happening is that the dishes are not getting that clean. The dishwasher leaves little pieces of crud on the dishes. Which amazes me because I always clean the dishes super well by hand before loading. And it is also leaving white (soap?) residue on my dishes. My glasses are chalky white! Can this be fixed by me (a generally non-handy-gal) or am I doomed for another? I really want to try and fix it myself, it is only 2 years old.
Thanks all!!!!!!

2007-11-27 16:04:24 · 3 answers · asked by Gwen J 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Is there something like a planer with an open side so i can make 2 passes that add up to 30". Or with an open top, I dont want to have a hand planer, i want something stationary.want to buy so i need prices and used is ok (links would be great)

2007-11-27 16:01:13 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I live in an old apartment complex. The carpet is a purple with burgundy color and the walls are off white. I want to get sofa covers and curtains for the living room and not sure what colors would blend best. HELP!

2007-11-27 15:55:43 · 7 answers · asked by Mary Jane~ 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

also when their ac keeps trippn the breaker?

2007-11-27 15:52:41 · 7 answers · asked by kio 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Hi, everyone. I was given a gift, an amarillys plant a few days ago. I've been really paranoid because I cannot have it die on me, because the person who gave me it will get upset (I think). Today, my little brother tilted it and the stem kind of broke but not totally. Do you think it will still live? I have it propped up but I'm not really a floral person. Thank you so much for your feedback!

2007-11-27 15:49:48 · 5 answers · asked by ღ♥ღ HaiLo☆ 3 in Garden & Landscape

i need a site where i can buy a white bed canopy online
i have a queen sized bed btw

2007-11-27 15:48:37 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling