Do It Yourself (DIY) - July 2006

2006-07-24 08:16:59 · 4 answers · asked by Brian V 1

it is plastic, i believe. i know it is not ceramic.

2006-07-24 08:10:26 · 6 answers · asked by ekds806 1

2006-07-24 08:04:31 · 5 answers · asked by Mr. Christopher 2

Do I need to have a water barrier applied to the walls, or are grouted ceramic tiles enough? Are there liquid products that can be "painted" on that will make the stall waterproof without tiling?

2006-07-24 06:01:29 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-24 05:45:01 · 7 answers · asked by Dee 1

I need to buy some 4' x 8' plywood sheets. I hate to pay for delivery or truck rental if I can help it, and I don't have any good friends with pickup trucks. I do have a roof rack on our SUV, but can't think of any safe way to secure the plywood. Any creative ideas, or should I just accept the fact that I need to rent a truck?

2006-07-24 04:18:06 · 9 answers · asked by RichB 1

2006-07-24 04:16:00 · 9 answers · asked by ali_teror 1

2006-07-24 04:07:26 · 6 answers · asked by Mr. Christopher 2

Do I need to put the foam in the studs where the electrical wiring goes through? This is for Fire codes in MN...

2006-07-24 04:05:49 · 6 answers · asked by Whirlinghurly 2

2006-07-24 03:55:33 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I live in Texas, where the land is so dry it cracks. The perimeter of my house has developed cracks in the ground wide enough that I could fit my hand under the foundation.

I have set up a soaker hose system which should help to remedy the problem, but the question is should I fill those cracks with something, and if so, what should I use? Or will the soaker hoses be enough?

2006-07-24 03:43:39 · 6 answers · asked by Islandkiwi 2

2006-07-24 03:42:47 · 6 answers · asked by joedoe 2

I'm considering options for installing a vinyl chain link fence. Has anyone done this themselves? What would the challenges be? What are the pitfalls to watch out for and how hard is this really to do? I'm thinking the worst part is digging holes and pouring concrete and setting the posts in correctly. Any tips on where to find instructions? Do you think it would be close to the same cost to get a contractor to do the whole job or not really?

2006-07-24 03:42:15 · 1 answers · asked by ? 6

Do I need to remove the existing 1" ceramic tiles in the shower stall, or can I apply the new 8" ceramic tiles right on top of the old ones? The sides are drywall, but the floor of the stall has 1" tiles that look like a pain to remove.

2006-07-24 02:59:34 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I need to know more specifics abouth the trough itself. i.e. lenght, size, depth etc

2006-07-24 02:05:17 · 2 answers · asked by Bruce J 1

what hammer should i buy? i only want to hammer small things. my budget is no more than Au$500.

2006-07-24 01:16:02 · 11 answers · asked by Sarah G 1

The banister on my staircase has a sticky residue on it. I've tried Murphy's, Good for Wood and just plan hot soapy water. How can I get the hardwood to a natural smooth finish without totally refinishing it?

2006-07-24 01:05:19 · 4 answers · asked by THP 3

2006-07-24 01:03:09 · 19 answers · asked by tunachunks199 1

Could you let me know the name of the Blinds used in the Conservatory of the programme '60 minute makeover'

2006-07-24 00:11:32 · 4 answers · asked by smanthagety 1

2006-07-23 23:39:54 · 18 answers · asked by dreadedsilvo 3

Other then white.

2006-07-23 21:03:00 · 4 answers · asked by dracomullet 4

Does this stuff really hold up well?

2006-07-23 21:02:18 · 3 answers · asked by barbaradjt 5

2006-07-23 21:00:00 · 3 answers · asked by dracomullet 4

I just moved and I really hate my current sink. I used to have a stainless steel sink undermounted in granite. I currently have a cheap nasty plastic drop in sink in a laminate counter. I like the counter but the sink sucks. I can't get it clean no matter what I clean it with and I can't use something like steel wool because it will scratch it. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks.

2006-07-23 20:58:50 · 7 answers · asked by maigen_obx 7

2006-07-23 20:07:24 · 19 answers · asked by heartless 2

My neighbor and I are thinking about replacing the worn wooden fence between us ourselves. Total length is about 80 ft. Is this a realistic project for two individuals who are eager to save money, but have no experience? Any links to helpful Web sites would also be appreciated.

2006-07-23 20:07:22 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am really good with a sewing machine... surprise, surprise.

I am officiating at my friends Stacy and Enya's wedding. I need a pattern for a stole. I've looked at some of the stoles in catalogs and I think I'd rather have my own personally taylored to who I am and why I do what it is that I do....

Marry couples - same gendered and straight couples.

2006-07-23 19:39:26 · 1 answers · asked by eddiek94603 4

2006-07-23 18:39:04 · 9 answers · asked by friend 3

we need to fix our house to do more rooms

2006-07-23 17:21:09 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

My family and I just broke ground on a new house. I plan on painting a mural on one wall and hiding a door in a painting of a tree. I know there is a way to make a sercret door, but all I'm finding on the internet right now are ones hidden by being a bookcase, which obviously wouldn't work for what I want. Any tips (or preferably step by step instructions) to make a door the way I want it?

2006-07-23 17:14:32 · 9 answers · asked by WolfieChick 3