Decorating & Remodeling - February 2007

Moved into house with boarder wallpaper in bathroom. What's the best way to remove it, the edges are peeling it looks tacky. I peeled part of it and patches of it stayed behind, its seem to have been applied with elmers glue?HELP

2007-02-12 09:08:42 · 9 answers · asked by coco1 1

On 1/2 of a room that was paneled we have wallpaper with lining under it and on the bottom the paneling is still showing through but we painted it. I like the look of beadboard and am wondering if we can install it over the bottom 1/2 on top of the paneling and how would it look? Am wondering if anyone has already done this and how did it look for you?

2007-02-12 09:07:36 · 1 answers · asked by anjoek5859 3

What should I use to clean BRUSHED NICKEL bathroom fixtures so I won't ruin the finish or scratch it up?

2007-02-12 08:56:25 · 2 answers · asked by Betrdz 6

I'm thinking about installing a ceiling fan, but our ceilings have popcorn on them. Does that type of disturbance release enough asbestos to be concerned about?

2007-02-12 08:55:48 · 8 answers · asked by Amy 2

I want to update my kitchen, however I am unsure of what paint to use etc. Do you have to sand first, or will just applying primer do the job?
I have honey oak cupboards and I want to paint them a winter white or light beige. Does anyone have any suggestions on what kind of paint I would need for this?
thanks
maureen

2007-02-12 08:46:50 · 9 answers · asked by eenie1952 1

What type of laminate flooring is it that you can just score it with a razor and pop it into two peices as opposed to having to cut the flooring with a saw?

2007-02-12 08:15:46 · 4 answers · asked by L C 4

2007-02-12 07:40:31 · 1 answers · asked by Klarissa M 1

You've seen them over windows and doorways...I'm trying to find one for my house.Does Home Depot or Lowe's carry them?I can't find them on their site...Any suggestions?

2007-02-12 07:29:54 · 1 answers · asked by zeus2quincy 3

This room has 2 focal points I "love" a tv armoir that very large and a homemade gas firplace and mantel on opposite walls. I want to make this room cozy, homey and have traffic where it can flow but the room is very welcoming. Can you help me with some ideas?

2007-02-12 07:20:29 · 4 answers · asked by dumplinlady 1

i'm single, 20 and 27 weeks pregnant so painting and wallpapering are off my list of can do's at the moment. my bedroom is pale baby blue...dnt get me wrong its a lovely colour if its not EVERYWHERE. before he left, my ex thought it'd be really cool to paint the ceiling the same colour so i hav blue carpets (soon being changed to cream), blue walls and blue ceilings with light oak furniture. please help me, i don't think i can stand much more blue!! lol i've been told my dad will paint it, but he doesn't live in the same country so i dont kno when that will be, but i just so badly want the...atmosphere of the room changed to somethings more mature, welcoming (in a friendly way..tut...get ur mind out the gutter), relaxing, but also something taht i dnt hav 2 worry abt little 'un touching things!

2007-02-12 06:57:15 · 1 answers · asked by evilbunnyhahaha 4

It's stuck. I've soaked it and sprayed with water and vinegar and scraped with a putty knife. Any other suggestions? How much is a steamer? Do they rent them?

2007-02-12 06:47:09 · 5 answers · asked by chemgill 1

Or is there another way to paint down behind the radiator?

2007-02-12 06:44:32 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've been commissioned to do an indoor wall mural, and I've never painted one before. The mural is for a little girl's room, and the parents want me to paint: unicorns, a castle, ferries, etc. I'm going with a flat animated cartoon kind of look for everything, but I don't know what kind of paint to use nor do I know the best methods to paint it with.

I would appreciate any information you could give. Thanks!

2007-02-12 06:41:54 · 4 answers · asked by John T 1

I once bought this item at wal-mart in the laundry section. But now, I can't find them anywhere. They are made of heavy plastic (like a clothes hanger) and have a row of 5-7 hooks. If anyone has any idea where I can purchase these, PLEASE let me know. I am building a house and am on a mission to find this item. Thanks

2007-02-12 06:14:54 · 5 answers · asked by amycc3 1

I rent out my apartment and i cant paint anything!! I live with roomates so the living room\kitchen and all the other shared living places arent a problem. but my room ICK! we cant paint and my room is a cream-ish color. its not white, but its not completely cream either.
any ideas on what i can do to add more color and fun without spending much money?

2007-02-12 05:48:35 · 7 answers · asked by ilikepinkfeatherboas 1

Do they look the same? Do they fit in a standard lamp? And what is the price range?

2007-02-12 05:38:13 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

will give the room more of a comforting feeling... purple, deep gold, dark blue, peach, or a shiny gray tone? any thoughts would be great.

2007-02-12 05:27:14 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-12 04:59:09 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-12 04:49:39 · 24 answers · asked by MRS W 1

We bought a house that has a living room with a two-story high ceiling. Halfway up the walls (where a regular ceiling might be) there is a cornice (I guess that is what it is called -- it is an architectural detail that extends about an inch out from the wall and is about three inches high. There are actually two of them, side-by-side, extending around the room, with a three-inch flat part between the two).

I have no idea how to paint this room. Should I paint the whole wall (including the cornice) one color? Should I paint a different color above the cornice and on the ceilings? Should I paint the walls the same color, but paint the cornice a different color? I know the colors I like (sage greens, tans, browns, etc) -- and then I planned to paint the ceiling a beige color. However, the walls and this cornice thing have me stumped.

2007-02-12 04:45:13 · 3 answers · asked by Janade 2

2007-02-12 04:42:11 · 4 answers · asked by shawncotton@rogers.com 1

2007-02-12 04:40:41 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-12 04:39:27 · 4 answers · asked by K A 1

2007-02-12 04:31:41 · 5 answers · asked by kaycee b 2

I have several things that I perchased and it is not in my house or yard nobody has my password most off the stuff that is missing I got the same day but I have bears 3 white storage shelfs 1 glass tabel 4 bears and a bunch of steping stones and flowers and 1 chair why is this.

2007-02-12 04:13:49 · 1 answers · asked by jamie t 1

2007-02-12 04:01:58 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am hosting my family reunion in August and I would like to start a family quilt ...this is our 31st reunion and I thought that it would be a good idea to have this along with our pictures to pass along to future generations...only serious replys... please...i need help in deciding what sizes the squares should be and ...how to send the request out to the family we have a website...so i know that will be a big help ....thank you in advance

2007-02-12 04:00:36 · 2 answers · asked by my4boyz1234 3

I am looking for 40 of these lanterns that I found on e-bay. They are ivory and glass and about 10 inches high. I want to use them for my centerpieces at my wedding but the shipping prices are outrageous. Does anyone know of any stores that would carry these? Here is what they look like: http://cgi.ebay.com/2-Large-Ivory-Glass-Candle-CENTERPIECES-Lanterns_W0QQitemZ130077042036QQihZ003QQcategoryZ82233QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

2007-02-12 03:47:54 · 1 answers · asked by Heather 2

I have a 5 seater and 3 seater with removable covers, they're too big for me to fit in the washing machine and I'd like to get them dyed, but I don't know where to go or how much it would cost.

2007-02-12 03:43:33 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-12 02:31:18 · 7 answers · asked by ? 1