Decorating & Remodeling - April 2007

2007-04-30 17:45:25 · 6 answers · asked by Peter R 1

The two wood screws that came with the pot rack installation kit broke. I used 6 drywall screws (same length as wood screws) that are all secured to a ceiling joist. Will these screws hold up?

2007-04-30 17:41:44 · 5 answers · asked by corona75 1

My living room is done in knotty pine, probably circa the mid-60's. I love the pine, but it is old and yellow-y looking and I would like to strip it somehow, but it has what looks like a thick coat of varnish on it. My husband claims it can't be done, but my grandma says that she "bleached" her knotty pine way back when, but doesn't really remember how. I would like to keep it, but it needs to be lighter! Has anyone done this? and if so, how?!!

2007-04-30 16:22:20 · 3 answers · asked by tbd25 1

2007-04-30 14:54:46 · 4 answers · asked by Andy 2

2007-04-30 13:46:35 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

29 windows and 4 doors.

2007-04-30 13:20:34 · 5 answers · asked by It's Me 1

Inherited kermit the frog colored green leather sectional couch for new apartment with wood floors. how can we work with it? It's shaped like a boomerang. Should we use throw pillows? Paint the walls? Coffee table, rug? Or should we just toss it? If you give me an email address I can also forward a picture.

2007-04-30 09:16:16 · 12 answers · asked by Marc S 2

I was wondering if installing recessed lighting with drywall is hard? since the basement if unfinished i'm sure I would have to install the recessed lighting first, then put up the drywall. how should I go about this? no water pipes in basement where drywall is going.

2007-04-30 09:10:12 · 2 answers · asked by american_bulldog25 1

How do you get dry paint off hardwood?

2007-04-30 09:02:08 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

We just painted the kids room w/ water based paint. The walls are slightly textured. From what I've read, I may need to sandpaper the areas where the wallpaper border will be placed over. Is this true? Also, I'd like to have the wallpaper pattern not break around the corner of a wall. Do I have to cut at the corners or can I just press it into the corner with a straight tool and continue to the other wall (it's only a short run on the 2nd wall as it will come against the side of a window). Thanks!

2007-04-30 08:11:56 · 2 answers · asked by Rez 3

I want to remodel my room for a new house. Ive seen this on tv many times. Heres the description, In the room theres like a wall and you could climb up the wall with a ladder and their would be almost like a whole new floor where there would be a bed a nightstand etc. under the wall would be whatever you prefer in my case a desk with a computer. This type of design takes up less room in a bedroom. Do you happen to know whats the name of this design?

2007-04-30 07:47:49 · 3 answers · asked by BARBiE 2

Hi... we are moving to Salt Lake City and the only homes we can afford right now are the generic split level 80's homes... They are all so plain and dated... Does anyone who owns or has lived in a split level have any ideas how to make it less generic? I am going to paint the kitchen cabinets a high gloss black, install new modern handles, and instal stainless steel subway (rectangle) tiles... and the kitchen will be a deep red.. but aside from that and remodeling the bathrooms, im stumped on how to make it a little more modern. They all have those pony walls when you first walk in the front door that is along side the stairs up to the living room.. and alot of them have really ugly railings... Do you think it would be a good idea to make that a full height wall instead?

2007-04-30 07:35:06 · 2 answers · asked by Kristin B 4

Over the past couple of years we have collected a number of shells from the beach. Now we have 4-5 baskets full of all kinds of shells. Does anyone have any recommendations for something creative we might be able to make out of all these shells?

2007-04-30 07:17:56 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

i need paper about this subject tile ?

2007-04-30 06:20:45 · 1 answers · asked by aram_anam 1

where do I go to find applications for home dopet?

2007-04-30 06:09:17 · 3 answers · asked by Wanda 1

They are the " The friendly Village" dishes of Johnson Brothers and are all numbered on the back. I am looking for replacement pieces. Anyone have any suggestions ? I have gone everywhere but can't find originals that are numbered.

2007-04-30 06:00:54 · 4 answers · asked by Sandy B 1

2007-04-30 05:56:30 · 4 answers · asked by diane 1

2007-04-30 05:48:08 · 0 answers · asked by boogie2tai 1

We just moved into a home and are having a housewarming bbq in 3 weeks. How could I spruce up the backyard in that amount of time inexpensivly? Maybe some flowers...its pretty spacious, but it needs ALOT of work.

2007-04-30 05:27:06 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want it taken out to make a room larger. Would a contractor know or do I need to hire an engineer or architect to tell me? Thank you for your help.

2007-04-30 04:47:58 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I like the look of things from that decade, but when I look on the web I have to type in 1930's furniture or 1930's decor etc. It would be nice to know the actual name or type of movement that went with that era.

2007-04-30 04:39:41 · 3 answers · asked by Star 2

I just want a simple tool for welding wire jewelry such as earrings and necklaces. I can only find large expensive tools on the web. Are simple welders even availiable?

2007-04-30 04:36:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

should i put the brackets on the wall first and then set the rail on top and fasten it or what ?

2007-04-30 04:10:27 · 1 answers · asked by Fred B 1

realestate /construction home repairs all down any ideas on the turn around

2007-04-30 03:51:10 · 3 answers · asked by Paul C 1

I have a large one bedroom and I am a month away from becoming a foster parent. I will be housing children, one at a time, under the age of 4. There is more than plently of room to make 2 areas, but I am not sure how to go about it. I cannot put any permanent walls up, seeing as I rent, but something that had to be anchored or screwed into the wall will be ok because that can be removed and repaired. I have considered a pop up gazebo, if I can find the right size or building a frame that sturdy and hang materials around. Shower rods and pvc piping keep popping in my head, but I have no design. Any ideas?

2007-04-30 03:40:31 · 4 answers · asked by barefootbabee 1

I am in the process of repainting several rooms in my home. I have primed everything and am putting new color on. I have used a roller on the walls but plan to use a paint brush on the trim. I want to use a semi-gloss paint on the trim. Are there any steps I can take to make it as smooth as possible without brush strokes showing? I have heard that some paints "settle" better than others. Or can I lightly sand primer surface first? Advice please!!

2007-04-30 03:36:34 · 6 answers · asked by aml0017 5

Neighbor claims a reflection from my second story window is melting his siding. Is it possible and who is responsible?

2007-04-30 03:01:11 · 5 answers · asked by rick_galasso 1

I am going to move to a flat near the City soon and initial expenses will be great so the more cost-conscious the better.. Whenever I see great items offered I want to kick myself because I have forgo them due to logistic problems. None of my friends have their own car and I don't have family/relatives in London so pls don't suggest these.

2007-04-30 02:03:50 · 6 answers · asked by surprise_kat 2

i want to paint my kitchen cabinets.... how important is it that i sand them ?? some people say there are really good primers out there that stick to anything regardless of what material...

2007-04-30 01:09:56 · 3 answers · asked by love2last 4

I have just moved into a rental property and the mattress is pretty soft - is there anything I can buy to make it harder? Dont just say a piece of wood please!!

2007-04-29 21:34:58 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous