Do It Yourself (DIY) - August 2006

Hi, I am wanting to convert a portion of my steel shed into a living space. The upstairs area will be 20' X 32' which will be for two bedrooms. I am trying to build it myself in order to save money. Can anyone advise me how to go about putting in a second floor and what supports I need?

2006-08-18 15:01:49 · 3 answers · asked by Sherry 1

Recently I purchased and moved into a 1982 mobile home. Both bathrooms and possibly the dishwasher are on the same 15 amp (I believe that is correct) breaker.

One day when beginning to work on the mobile home my father was flipping the light switch(s) in the 1/2 bath to see what they went too that's when it tripped the breaker. (1 switch to light fixture and 1 to recessed fan in the ceiling)

We checked the breaker and it seemed as though it was bad (spongy wouldn't stay on). We replaced it and still no electricity, but breaker doesn't trip now.

The breaker box says GFI bath on the panel but I do not know if it is still GFI and have found no reset.

I have since discovered the hallway outlet and the outside outlet (on opposite sides of the wall from one another) do not work either.

I have replaced all light fixtures in both bathrooms and checked all junction boxes that I can see for loose or burnt wiring, and found the outside outlet rusted.

Thank you in advance

2006-08-18 14:51:35 · 11 answers · asked by sweetestinok26 2

I am wanting to purchase a used pool table and it is very heavy but taking it apart will cost alot of money. I thought if it could be taken off the base and hauled that way it would save me alot of money but I didn't know if the slate would collaspe if it was turned on its side. I could sure use the help ASAP because I only have a couple of days to get it. Thanks Brenda

2006-08-18 14:42:38 · 5 answers · asked by 51ain'tbad 3

how many hours do u have to waitg after shocking a pool to swim

2006-08-18 14:14:32 · 5 answers · asked by the5500 2

2006-08-18 12:49:45 · 17 answers · asked by American 3

the cabinets are not real wood/in a rental

2006-08-18 12:33:31 · 6 answers · asked by GODIS 2

I LIVE IN THE UNGODLY HOT DALLAS, TX. ITS OVER 100 DURING THE DAYS AND IN THE 90S ALL NIGHT. I DON'T HAVE CENTRAL AIR ONLY WINDOW UNITS. THE ELECTRIC BILL WAS $400 THIS MONTH. WILL THE ATTIC FAN HELP? When to run it and how long?

2006-08-18 12:26:29 · 6 answers · asked by Ellie 2

I am going to waterproof my basement before all the winter snow comes, but I was wondering what the best way to do that is!

2006-08-18 11:07:02 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

no carpet, but there are two colors going on the walls

2006-08-18 10:40:48 · 20 answers · asked by pkingman1274 3

Have a 2-horse stable w/concrete floor & open side window. Need to VERY economically convert to an art studio-how to do the inside walls & ceiling & cover the window & entry to keep critters out. Roofing tar paper rolls? Insulation? What about the window & door? Looking for least expensive but best solution. Live in So.California in high desert. Women doing job by ourselves. Thanks!!

2006-08-18 10:04:57 · 2 answers · asked by Goldilocks 2

Does anyone have any ideas of how to get this tap off ? I've tried copious anounts of WD40 to no avail. The bath is adjacent to the toilet - so I just can't get any leverage on it.

2006-08-18 09:12:13 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-18 09:06:17 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-18 08:55:44 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am trying to cut some rectangular pieces of plexiglass for the walls of a small greenhouse box (60"x16"x20). I wanted to know how to ensure a clean straight cut. Thanks.

2006-08-18 08:31:04 · 6 answers · asked by bradley L 3

(Transformer) http://www.intermatic.com/images/instruction_sheets/ML900TW.pdf

(Cable)http://www.absolutehome.com/web/catalog/product_detail.aspx?pid=23667&cm_ven=YahooSSP&cm_cat=Lighting&cm_pla=Intermatic&cm_ite=Intermatic-Outdoor-23667&cid=3594F87B0FC247C437FE7662815583FA

I cut the ends of the cable to expose the wire like they say to do. I have the light lined up in series. (Lite-Lite-Lite-Trans). Now how do I connect it to the transformer?

2006-08-18 08:22:29 · 2 answers · asked by xtraudinair 3

2006-08-18 07:49:41 · 11 answers · asked by Mark 1

I am talking about external, non-functioning types. I want to know how to measure my windows, how to choose among the different styles and materials, how to install, how to maintain. I am looking to be pointed to on-line references, hopefully one basic tutorial.

2006-08-18 06:54:27 · 7 answers · asked by VampireDog 6

2006-08-18 06:47:17 · 5 answers · asked by daverolens 1

2006-08-18 06:28:41 · 6 answers · asked by slm007 1

answer fast

2006-08-18 06:22:44 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-18 06:06:25 · 0 answers · asked by Anonymous

is like new only 3 month old and i don't want to spine money to sell at.

2006-08-18 05:55:15 · 10 answers · asked by MR. 2

serial number A2021818

2006-08-18 05:28:16 · 8 answers · asked by stephen p 1

I would like to put a concrete patio in my backyard. It will be about 15'x25' in size . . . Just wondering what that type of thing goes for in California.. Thanks!

2006-08-18 05:19:07 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I love things made by hand.I think it the most special gift one could receive.Where could I learn how to sew and make quilts?
I am in Houston...for the people that do this,where did you learn?

2006-08-18 04:30:29 · 10 answers · asked by crystal 5

In my house that is or room rather. y is it that they always seem to attack me only and when i complain everyone else just goes huh ther are mosquitoes around? anyway im looking for smting easy, like you can buy or get from everyday shops. i dont like insect repellant i tink they stink.. i don't mind burning mosquito coils but iv tried that and it din't work.. i want something effective and permanent

please dont suggest things like clean up my house or remove breeding grounds like still water..

2006-08-18 04:14:48 · 11 answers · asked by acnemycin 3

The house was abandoned and there is signifigant water damage to the floors that make it impossible to refinish the floors. The amount of cupping is so bad a floor refinisher we had out to look at the floors said he would just replace it completely. That isn't in our budget right now, so we are considering painting the floor until we can afford to replace it. Any ideas on how to do it? Thanks for your help! :-)

2006-08-18 04:06:50 · 4 answers · asked by hannahthemovie 2

This was a mansion I belive was built in 1907 or 1908 and I have been trying to find out if there is a real mansion in regards to ellen rimbauer and John Rimbauer?

2006-08-18 03:58:07 · 2 answers · asked by katjaneway2001 1

upvc window + upvc front door joining them together are special fixings req or just screws

2006-08-18 03:23:02 · 3 answers · asked by mart 1

the building i live in has been sealed,but the little buggers still get in

2006-08-18 03:14:19 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous