Decorating & Remodeling - December 2006

on how to decorate it so it will sell? Is it worth the money to put all our extra stuff in storage so it will look like it has more room? It is a 3 bedroom and we use 2 of the bedrooms for junk! thanks to all

2006-12-27 10:59:49 · 3 answers · asked by 1st-time-mommy 1

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2006-12-27 10:16:30 · 7 answers · asked by Miley Cyrus 1

2006-12-27 09:48:56 · 14 answers · asked by catfancy 1

I live in SW Minnesota, and am planning to finish my basement. I have been researching this subject online, and have come across floating walls. The sites say that because of the large temperature changes, floating walls are necessary to prevent damage to walls or foundations when the concrete moves (due to the temp changes). I have asked numerous people in the area about floating walls, including someone who used to do carpentry. I included a link to one of the wesites I read below. Does anyone know if this is necessary, or common in SW Minnesota? Any experience with floating walls?

http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/home_improvement/article/0,2037,DIY_13954_5024566,00.html

2006-12-27 09:46:57 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

What is the easiest way to remove the left over tart candle out of the tart warmer?

2006-12-27 09:26:46 · 7 answers · asked by Melissa F 5

2006-12-27 09:18:39 · 3 answers · asked by sher 1

I was wondering if anyone knows do I legally need to provide parking for my tenent if I am making my basement into a apartment?

2006-12-27 09:17:25 · 3 answers · asked by misymagicg 2

2006-12-27 08:48:43 · 5 answers · asked by dog lover 2

OK-So, I know that I have asked this quesitons before, or something very similiar, but we are getting closer to meeting with the designer. We are building a home that we will most likely stay in until we die. We have 2 small children (under the age of 7) who are both very active and we are on the go a lot! Does anyone have anything that they put into their homes that they can't live without or wish that they had included. I am looking for any advice what so ever. All of it I appreciate. I want to be THOROUGHLY researched with little regrets after we are finished!!!!

Thanks for you input!

2006-12-27 08:45:13 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I hear that Rooms to Go does not have the best quality furniture. Are there any out there that are actually nice, but priced for me??

2006-12-27 08:34:13 · 12 answers · asked by Robin 1

I need help on what might be the best way to get the backing from the previous flooring and the glue off of our concrete. We started with a small area and are having a really hard time getting this crud off of the floor. We have tried adhesive removers, wire brushes, steel scraper, everything I can think of. Any help (real help) would be appreciated!

2006-12-27 08:21:23 · 3 answers · asked by aimabbs 1

2006-12-27 08:15:52 · 7 answers · asked by blackrapper1 1

im looking for brown fabric with light blue flowers on, ive chosen some wallpaper with this design and nees to make curtains etc. any good sites? thanks

2006-12-27 06:48:17 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

iwhat would be the round-about sq footage price, excluding materials, to frame a ten foot long, 8 ft high wall and standard door. Not including dry wall or door lock installation and assuming no special requirements. I'm know there's not one universal price, but what's a reasonable and fair price for a US carpenter to charge?

2006-12-27 06:37:19 · 6 answers · asked by alan p 1

Organizing products cost so much. What ideas do you have for free things to use for orgainzing?

2006-12-27 06:32:44 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

It often amazes me how many people want carpeting in their dwelling area, you often see "new carpeting" advertised as if this is a desirable quality to have in your indoor space.

First of all there is the carpet, a slew of toxic materials(xylene, toluene), plastics, fire-retardants, dyes, pesticides, etc...then you have this toxic mass applied to your floor with equally toxic volatile glue. Most of these compounds are highly volatile, i.e they turn to gas readily and hence once they are in an enclosed space you will inhale them for years post carpet application.

Is it any wonder why people complain of fatigue, irritability, mood disorders, allergies when we have a substance that is so biologically toxic in our living environment? It is an indisputable fact that these chemicals cause deficits in health including cancer yet I guess having that carpet is more important then you and your families health.

So the question is, why do people even WANT carpet at all in their dwellings?

2006-12-27 06:25:31 · 10 answers · asked by r l 2

I cant seem to find any hot pink/fushia silk rose bouquets online or at any craft stores. I am only looking to spend $150 on the whole bridal party. Anyone have any good web companies or outlets they have used in the past?? I live near Columbus, Ohio. And for all the morons who just want to b*tch at people on anwsers.... Its MY wedding and I chose hot pink. I am not asking your opinion on my wedding colors.

2006-12-27 06:20:53 · 2 answers · asked by mizz_cassie_cass 2

I really want to make my guestroom higher than it is, so is there any painting technique that I can use to cause this effect???

My ceiling is too low, I just want a way to make it look as if is higher. Is there anyone that can help???

Thanks in advance!

2006-12-27 06:16:09 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have my great grandmothers dining room table with 4 leaves, so it's huge! I can't afford to buy 14 dining room chairs, so I thought i'd buy a few different ones at auctions, yard sales, etc. If i refinish them and use matching upholstry for them will it work in my dining room? or should I save until I can buy matching?

2006-12-27 06:14:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

The comforter is white and it's for an elderly person, her concern is the comforter will get dirty from the air. I was wondering if there was something to cover it,so she can still use it during the nights?

2006-12-27 06:13:56 · 4 answers · asked by AUD 1

hardwood floors? need to have 3 rooms done abou12x 15 each. thought about doing it myself but was advised against it. no experience,

2006-12-27 06:02:18 · 1 answers · asked by rfxdwg01 1

What color bath rugs and shower curtain can I use for my bathroom if there are cream floors and 2 colors of tan tiles on the walls (a lt tan and a more tinted brownish tan)? I am a female living on my own so I am not opposed to pinks, etc.

2006-12-27 05:54:13 · 13 answers · asked by mychelleb25 2

2006-12-27 05:40:46 · 9 answers · asked by Mitch R 1

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2006-12-27 05:01:46 · 4 answers · asked by Jordanian 1

I just painted my room yesterday, and I want to add stripes, using my accent colors. I'll be using tape to create the stripes. My mom says that I should wait several more days before I put tape on the walls because it might pull the new paint off, when I pull the tape off. But I'd really like to get the whole project done before the end of the week!

2006-12-27 04:57:30 · 9 answers · asked by megbcrazy 1

cynderblocks would do the job, but it's not really practical - should i just buy a new desk?

2006-12-27 03:55:47 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a light/fan fixture in my bathroom but whenever it rains it leaks in my bathroom and I am wondering if I change this fixture to a regular light fixture if this will help eliminate the leaks that occur when it rains?

2006-12-27 03:54:11 · 9 answers · asked by ace 3

I am considering changing the flooring in my living room and am uncertain which to go with. Which will be more economical and money wise to go with?

2006-12-27 03:48:30 · 8 answers · asked by ace 3

2006-12-27 03:46:25 · 1 answers · asked by Leslie 2

2006-12-27 03:20:10 · 3 answers · asked by wsantiagoi77 1