Do It Yourself (DIY) - September 2006

Okay, I live in an old bungalow, built 1924--I imagine ALL the paint is lead-based, I've burnt off tons of it with a heat gun and probably lost more than a few brain cells along the way. But seriously, I can't afford the HAZMAT guys in the white suits---I just have some baseboards left. Can I buy a better respirator filter thing and burn, or is liquid the way to go?

2006-09-28 07:24:04 · 5 answers · asked by myrmidon 2

Does anyone know that if you mix liquid fabric softner and hot water together, put it in a spray bottle and spray it on wallpaper it comes right off?? Well if you didn't, you do now. Works like a charm and leaves the room smelling great!

2006-09-28 07:13:08 · 6 answers · asked by spapoolgurl 1

The pipes have burst 3 times and no-one knows why .Water board is going to start charging them to come out

2006-09-28 07:05:36 · 10 answers · asked by Fiona L 1

A christmas luncheon for 140 tables(assistance league)
lots of helpers, no money.Stars for theme, 10 people to a table
thinking large cardboard stars with glitter and tulle?Will probably try to sell centerpieces.have to be sturdy

2006-09-28 07:01:11 · 4 answers · asked by freehoneslc 1

I have an inaccessible water tap which needs turning off and cannot seem to find a tool with a long handle to get to it.

2006-09-28 06:42:28 · 12 answers · asked by stephchapman1 1

2006-09-28 06:40:14 · 5 answers · asked by rosko 2

2006-09-28 06:35:26 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi All,
I am installing a vanity and tiling as well. The floor is completly tiled.
Is it best to install the vanity before tiling the wall? Does it improve the appearance?
Thanks
Bryn

2006-09-28 06:03:07 · 2 answers · asked by bodmug 2

I collected over the years a bunch of wine corks (thinking I can do something!) Any suggestions on this front would be appreciated.

2006-09-28 05:44:32 · 9 answers · asked by jone 1

I need to know if I can fix it without contractors?

2006-09-28 05:37:52 · 4 answers · asked by reddsmith69 1

we bought a cheap white one, eschewing the $50 one with rainbow-colored blades, and figured we could paint the blades ourselves.

2006-09-28 05:34:54 · 9 answers · asked by movielovingirl 3

2006-09-28 05:19:12 · 3 answers · asked by papanieve 1

Low btu's, KW

2006-09-28 04:43:26 · 4 answers · asked by interested 1

2006-09-28 04:21:33 · 7 answers · asked by teriandrews3864 1

2006-09-28 03:06:48 · 5 answers · asked by Petrol Head 2

I need to get a piece of sheetmetal to screw up into the frame of a broken damper so I can seal off my chimney for a set of unvented gas logs. Any idea on what thickness or grade of sheetmetal to use for a high heat area such as this? Also, the damper is some pretty hefty steel..any ideas on how to drive a screw through it..a special drill bit maybe?

2006-09-28 03:01:16 · 3 answers · asked by NiceGuy27 1

2006-09-28 02:58:37 · 6 answers · asked by lasalle_1986 4

2006-09-28 02:57:31 · 1 answers · asked by Ashley W 1

2006-09-28 02:48:57 · 13 answers · asked by fluff 1

I don't want to run two seperate wires from alarm control panel 'cos system is already installed. I just want to add some contacts to a vulnerable window. Thanks for your help

2006-09-28 02:25:44 · 6 answers · asked by di 3

2006-09-28 02:20:31 · 12 answers · asked by butchie 1

Do we need collar ties at the highest point where addition meets shop wall?
Is one top plate good enough on wall receiving 2X4?

2006-09-28 02:07:17 · 7 answers · asked by cowgirl 6

2006-09-28 01:57:32 · 5 answers · asked by beaulieu_auto_09 1

I was told that when I use a generator, you might as well put on all lights because consumption is the same regardless of number of lights and appliances connected to it. Is that correct? Can I save fuel by lessening use?

2006-09-28 01:57:16 · 15 answers · asked by uldarico 2

Ok so we bought one of those kits. And well the gel insode got to hard before we got to use it...has anyone had that happen? What else could we possibly use?

2006-09-28 01:34:54 · 4 answers · asked by rhodes727 3

Both the dresser and the drawers are oak. There is no "track" per se. The drawer just rubs on the wood dresser. How can I make it slide easier? Thanks!

2006-09-28 01:04:10 · 23 answers · asked by jessie 2

2006-09-27 23:40:08 · 6 answers · asked by pras k 1

2006-09-27 23:25:29 · 9 answers · asked by Auntie Maude 1

I've washed 3 times and they still stink

2006-09-27 23:12:08 · 11 answers · asked by Komika 2

2006-09-27 19:02:17 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous