Home & Garden - 13 December 2007

Or must I use Duraroc board or a similar item.
Also can I use a ceramic wall tile on the floor ? I know they are of different thicknesses but would the wall tile hold up on a floor? Thanks for all the help.

2007-12-13 11:52:41 · 8 answers · asked by That_ blue_ eyed_ Irish_ lass 6 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

ok, it blooms at night and closes at day, with a very nice scent!!
thanks!!!
give me the url if you can!!!
thanks alot!!

2007-12-13 11:51:01 · 16 answers · asked by mooch 3 in Garden & Landscape

shower

2007-12-13 11:50:16 · 1 answers · asked by employheidi 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-12-13 10:57:17 · 5 answers · asked by Kimberly B 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

and please give some contacts Thanx

2007-12-13 10:27:41 · 4 answers · asked by boxer 2 in Garden & Landscape

I'm going to build houses in new otleans and we r supposed to bring work boots... i've always worked in my sneakers... and I don't think I'll be needing work boots too often in the future so i don't want to pay a lot for really really excellent ones. I just need a rugged set that will last me well for a week or two. Anyone know where I can get these?

Thanks : )

2007-12-13 10:20:30 · 4 answers · asked by ChaChaChingThing 2 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Are you able to change out drill chucks and put them on another drill!?!

like putting a 1/2in chuck on a 3/8 chuck drill?

2007-12-13 10:13:50 · 4 answers · asked by dippi44 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I was using my dining room table as an ironing board with only a towel to protect it, and I was using the steam setting. This, of course, ruined the finish on my table in that area. It didn't hurt the wood, but rather just the lacquer finish. Is there anyway to repair this without stripping, sanding and refinishing the whole table. This is a light wood table with no stain.

2007-12-13 09:58:16 · 1 answers · asked by Betsy M 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

the middle part of the ladder are called rungs what are the things on the side called?

2007-12-13 09:38:39 · 5 answers · asked by Neal 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-12-13 09:35:28 · 1 answers · asked by jarynth4 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I have had a plant pot with 3 types of cacti for about 2 years now and would really like to know what they are.

I have posted some pictures here: http://weblog.xanga.com/yahooanswerspicture/632107019/cacti.html

I would really like to know there botanical name but a common name would also be good.

One is tall and covered in long white (non sticky) hairs. Another is wide and has heaps of little 'bulb things' with 4 white spikes coming out like a star with several longer ones from the top of the plant. The 3rd is tall has 3 thin 'panels' arranged like a star for a steam and a large round red 'ball' with small spikes around the edge.

2007-12-13 09:24:59 · 2 answers · asked by ASK A.S. 5 in Garden & Landscape

2007-12-13 08:59:42 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I have 3 toilets in my house, and all of them have minor problems.

Toilet #1: It wasn't flushing properly, so I took off the lid and tried flushing it again to see what was going on. When I flushed it, a giant fountain of water started spraying up from the valve-part. What could've possibly caused that?

Toilet #2: The handle is a little loose, and the bowl takes FOREVER to fill back up once flushed...usually around 3 minutes. How do I correct that?

Toilet #3: When I press the handle down to flush it, it only continues to flush for as long as I'm holding down the handle. As soon as I let go, it sounds like something (probably the flapper) slams shut. I've gotten used to just holding the handle down for 4 or 5 seconds until it flushes all the way, but I'd like to just press the handle, let go, and trust that it will still flush.


My gut tells me all 3 of these problems are minor ones, and I don't have the budget to hire a plumber if I don't need to. Any help? Can I do it myself?

2007-12-13 08:30:35 · 6 answers · asked by Josh 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

If so, I have another question. Our house was sprayed for ants and roaches. The exterminator said there is no risk to me (I am pregnant) because the spray he uses is odorless and harmless to pets and children. He said the only way it might be harmful was if I licked it up off the floor.

I need someone to tell me if this is true.

2007-12-13 08:26:57 · 3 answers · asked by sunflowers 4 in Other - Home & Garden

It's summer here and the plaster was done a week ago, do I brush first to reduce dust?...how does one do/create a 'pissy' coat? Do I need leave for 2-3 weeks after pissy coat before more undercoats?

2007-12-13 08:26:48 · 6 answers · asked by Wally Symons 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

So far this year two mobile phones and today a Lemon Lipsyl not a good idea.

2007-12-13 08:26:20 · 15 answers · asked by D 7 in Cleaning & Laundry

To stay warmer should you wear thick clothing or lots of thin layers to trap heat?

2007-12-13 08:25:20 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I had a demonstration once and the Kirby vacumm did seem to be sucking the dirt up from not only the rugs but also under the floorboards! I was amazed to say the least. But I'd like to know what the owners of them think. Tell me all about the good and bad sides of this vacuum. Thanks :)

2007-12-13 08:21:50 · 13 answers · asked by booboobear 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

we live in florida(recently moved from ny) and we keep our house extremly clean cusz we know that florida's got lots of creepy crawlies but we have this hugh ant issue. we dont know where they come from but if a scrap of food is on the counter or anywhere in the house, they'll find it and there will be hundreds within a few hours. my old pops says he exterminates but he doesnt really care so i dont kno wut he's doin. WHAT CAN I DO? IS THIS NORMAL?

2007-12-13 08:20:22 · 5 answers · asked by Grl 3 in Other - Home & Garden

when the lettuce plant will bolt

2007-12-13 08:04:46 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

here is my room layout and im redesigning it i would like to do a chocolate brown on the accent wall but my room have many walls! i would also like some good wall colors please somthing really relaxing!


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2007-12-13 08:00:22 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-12-13 07:57:39 · 3 answers · asked by gbratby@rogers.com 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-12-13 07:57:09 · 11 answers · asked by mistickle17 5 in Cleaning & Laundry

I got a nice light peach sofa that has some tears by cats and smudges since the prev owners never cared for them but I wonder if I should get them re-painted to start treating them as they should or should I just save my money and buy new ones?

2007-12-13 07:55:52 · 1 answers · asked by Gourmetlicious 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I get all sorts of people knocking on my door,trying to sell me this and that,do a survey, collecting for charity,even a couple of femail travellers baby in arms wanted to raid my holy bush !! How can I keep them out. ???

2007-12-13 07:55:21 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

My dryer is taking 2-4 cycles (timed dry 70 minutes, or 6-7 regular dry cycles) to dry a regular load of laundry, 2 cycles to dry a small load. not only is that costing a lot for electricity, but my clothes often don't smell so good since it stays damp for so long. What parts do i need or am i going to have to replace it?

2007-12-13 07:54:42 · 8 answers · asked by Angel♥Baby♥Girl 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

I have 3 bamboo plants. They sit in separate glass vases. They are relatively medium size so they sit on my kitchen counter. 2 of them look unhealthy though so i wanted to change out their water but i didn't want to hurt the plants "good chemicals" in the process.....whaddaya think?

2007-12-13 07:54:20 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

does anyone any way to remove the glue that is leftover after you peel off the label ??

2007-12-13 07:53:11 · 15 answers · asked by Olive_kittykat 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

I bought a house with roof coils, but unplugged it during the summer/fall. How do you use it and when do you know when to turn on/off? Thank you.

2007-12-13 07:44:50 · 4 answers · asked by cherry-o 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-12-13 07:39:14 · 3 answers · asked by Eileen J 7 in Do It Yourself (DIY)