Do It Yourself (DIY) - October 2006

2006-10-06 09:12:03 · 5 answers · asked by brewer 2

2006-10-06 09:09:38 · 23 answers · asked by TB 5

I already have
http://www.todayinsci.com/cgi-bin/indexpage.pl?http://www.todayinsci.com/F/Fellows_Alvin/FellowsTapeMeasurePatent.htm

And the wic-o-pedia http that led me to the above patent application by Alvin J. Fellows in 1868.

Specifically links about prior models of spring loaded tape measures.

Thanks

2006-10-06 08:54:21 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

I need advice on organizing my home office. A url or anything would be helpful. The office has a pc, printer, fax, 3 desks. I just need a general, work flow, organization of crap type of guideline.

2006-10-06 08:31:32 · 3 answers · asked by RamsGod 3

My house is 80 years old and the floors are super squeaky and annoying!

PS. We've tried shims in the basment...

2006-10-06 07:48:57 · 9 answers · asked by hfacto 3

HOW HARD WOULD IT BE , FOR ME TO BUILD A TOWN HOUSE AND BE MY OWN CONTRACTOR? WHERE DO i GET THE KNOW HOW?

2006-10-06 07:45:03 · 3 answers · asked by warren r 1

Just replaced the two switches that control my hall light. One upstairs, one downstairs. Tried to wire them the same as the old ones, but of course the switches were slightly different. When the downstairs switch is up, nothing works, the light is off and the upstairs switch will not put the light on. When the downstairs switch is down, the upstairs switch works fine. Can anyone suggest which wires should be re attached to different screws?

2006-10-06 07:41:17 · 11 answers · asked by ecoblens 1

i need to know how to make a candle wick from home materials

2006-10-06 07:31:08 · 5 answers · asked by jarrell w 1

Just replaced 2 three way light switches. Most of the time it works fine, but in certain positions it does not work. Is there a way to determine which wires go where?

2006-10-06 06:45:06 · 7 answers · asked by ecoblens 1

I want one of the new bath vanities that looks like a piece of furniture; how is the installation different from the old kind? Also, I have metal wall studs, will sheet metal screws work?

If the vanity is smaller in width, it leaves 1" on the side next to a wall, that means it is open on that side and stays open? Or do I move the vanity over so it is flush with the side wall but the sink is not centered over the plumbing?
(I don't want a bigger vanity in a small bathroom, the obvious choice being a replacement to fit the old one perfectly; an older style of built-in vanity would have pieces to cover any gaps between itself and the wall).

2006-10-06 06:41:36 · 2 answers · asked by deirdrewimple 1

Hilti Quik bolts 1/2 x 4 1/2 lg., end code "G"

2006-10-06 06:38:17 · 2 answers · asked by Jake22 2

2006-10-06 06:20:12 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-06 06:15:59 · 9 answers · asked by lawdog7483 1

2006-10-06 06:05:08 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-06 05:32:26 · 5 answers · asked by c me 2

2006-10-06 04:38:24 · 2 answers · asked by Liza V 1

2006-10-06 04:20:44 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-06 03:33:35 · 2 answers · asked by hawkshawkeye 1

two walls are concrete and I am going to use 1X3 firring strips with 3/4 inch foam insulation to finish those walls. Using shallow boxes, I need to know what size romex to use...12-3? Do I anchor the boxes into the concrete or attach them to the firring strips?

2006-10-06 03:27:22 · 12 answers · asked by Cynthia S 1

is there an alternative to pressure washing?

2006-10-06 02:33:52 · 9 answers · asked by ouisy_01 3

Last century the term 'plumber' was a highly skilled trade, with the artisans doing such things as lead roofs etc.
Has the role been dumbed down whilst keeping the name the same ?

2006-10-06 01:25:39 · 12 answers · asked by Jon H 3

What is the best way to wire for 240V downlights. I want 6 lights wired into a single switch.

2006-10-06 00:04:16 · 12 answers · asked by Sammy K 1

The system is gravity-fed. Only the kitchen has a direct connection to mains cold water - other rooms are fed from a tank. I have access to most of the pipework, so I can add a standpipe if needs be, but I want to avoid that if possible.

I've been fiddling about with the taps to flush the air out, but it's not very satisfactory (the problem comes back after a couple of days/weeks). I can't figure out where is the air coming in. I don't think there are any sections of pipe that are below ambient pressure - any explanation would be appreciated.

2006-10-05 23:53:10 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Need & wanting to sell my mother's house without a realtor. She is disabled and recently widowed. We need to downsize her into an updated handicap accessible house.
Need to know how to go about starting this FSBO and getting the most money for it.
What are the guildlines and what are most people looking for?
The house needs many repairs, approx. $20,000. We are asking $160,000.
House is on 7 acres country setting, in city limits. Wildlife in front yard. 2 wells, but can get city water. Many fruit trees; pears, concord grapes, grafted walnutnut trees The house is a wood /shingled English Cottage. Built in the 40-50's.
How do I begin?

2006-10-05 22:07:08 · 1 answers · asked by Larry W J 1

I am looking for vintage, or heirloom quality handkerchiefs

2006-10-05 21:46:48 · 3 answers · asked by Dawn S 1

what kind of drink you like not alchoholic

2006-10-05 19:51:57 · 11 answers · asked by loveman 1

2006-10-05 19:50:47 · 4 answers · asked by MICHAEL V 1

2006-10-05 19:50:04 · 2 answers · asked by euginad 1

The garage door still works but the garage was transformed into a bedroom without sealing the cracks. Looking for a cheap alternative. Without using duct tape please.

2006-10-05 18:35:21 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Please dont give me some dumb answer like stomp on them or hire a bug person. if you dont have a good answer, move on to the next question!

2006-10-05 18:34:30 · 14 answers · asked by Trisha J 2