Do It Yourself (DIY) - October 2006

2006-10-24 05:46:11 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I use ginger often when i cook so I keep a lot around the house. The other day when i went to use some of my ginger root, i decided to break off one of the knobs and plant it. The other day i transplanted it to a bigger pot for when it grows, and i noticed it is taking root very well. I've heard that growing ginger is easy, but the only question i have is how will I know when its ready for me to use? And when it is ready, do I just break off part of the root, and replant the rest? Or do I remove teh whole root, then start it again from the knobs like i did with this one?

2006-10-24 05:33:47 · 3 answers · asked by Charlee M 2

I have title white counter tops and I am a clean freak. Is there away or a product to seal the top of my title counter tops in a clear coat to protect the tile and keep them very white from stains and cooking? I really want like a teflon easy wipe off affect when wipe-ing down my kitchen counters everyday because the kids make such messes.

Just a wipe down and go...for a white white look in my kitchen
(yes I do clean regular for everyone with a smart A@@ remarks)

Thank you for your reply!

2006-10-24 05:24:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have replace the thermostat and got it to light up once. After it reached temp. then the pilot light went off and won't relight. I usually don't have any problems with stuff like this but this one is starting to really bug me. Any suggestion. GE 50gal

2006-10-24 04:59:18 · 6 answers · asked by freesample1 3

I've tried sanding the top corner (where the problem is) and knocking the frame upwards with a hammer - no improvement...

2006-10-24 04:36:34 · 11 answers · asked by khakipencil 1

It goes on the front of a walker.

2006-10-24 04:35:13 · 1 answers · asked by Bonnie C 1

Has anybody tried the new small wind turbines and / or solar panels now available from large DIY stores?

2006-10-24 04:30:11 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a radiant oil heating system that I beleive has air pockets. Some of the rooms are cold. I have been trying to bleed using past experience but this has always been a hit or miss. I am trying not have to call an expensive oil person.

2006-10-24 04:24:50 · 1 answers · asked by john t 1

I am not looking for a serving tray...just the tray handles. Preferably the type that mount to the bottom of the tray rather than to the side of a tray. Thanks in advance for your help. Bobito

2006-10-24 04:20:05 · 1 answers · asked by Bobito 1

My Mother is 76 years old and just purchased a 75 gallon aquaruim from a yard sale.I love her to death but she doesnt understand she didnt have a stand to hold it.Now stands are expensive,so I am looking for plans to build a heavy duty aquaruim stand for her,can anyone help?

2006-10-24 04:19:11 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am looking to sell small crafts for Christmas. Does anyone have any ideas on how to get the word out on a very very small budget?

2006-10-24 04:08:15 · 4 answers · asked by cgswifey 3

Have a small bedroom that I am redecorating as a guest room since daughters have now moved out and want to replace the radiator. How do I work out what size to use as they are more efficient nowadays but don't udnerstand what BTU is and how you work it out...

2006-10-24 03:43:59 · 9 answers · asked by essdee 4

How Do You Like Your Bedroom Trim...Semi-Gloss Or Satin Enamel?

The Flat Enamel is Behr's newest sheen--sandwiched between the flat and the eggshell. The walls are not perfect, but it is a white, medium traffic room.

2006-10-24 03:38:20 · 8 answers · asked by LUCKY3 6

THis is new construction. The shower area measures 4' x 5'.

2006-10-24 03:33:14 · 4 answers · asked by seacap2000 4

Is one with cool and the other with warm undertones?

2006-10-24 03:26:41 · 4 answers · asked by LUCKY3 6

He comes all the tme during the day and pecks at my siding and the vents under the roof.. what should i do?

2006-10-24 03:15:10 · 8 answers · asked by markjovial 1

I'm a Floridian moving north and am building in Tennessee. I plan on converting my basement to a living area and want to know besides adding fiberglass between the 2/4's is there anything else I should do. i.e, cover blocks with plastic, add foam insulation, etc.

2006-10-24 03:03:53 · 4 answers · asked by Pooch 2

i live in a brand new house with not much storage space, the loft is not big enough to turn in into a full size room with stairs and at the center i can fully stand up. but the roof slopes in loads at the edges!. any help would be appricated!! thanks

2006-10-24 02:58:18 · 11 answers · asked by ladyb1itz 1

When we bought the house we got the central vacuum roughins to make it easier for when we purchased a central vac. We installed all the pipes now and I was going to do the wiring today and noticed that throughout the house the wiring for the central vac is TELEPHONE wire.

Do I need to change the wire? or can I just pick two colors and wire them up? Our central vac runs off of the normal plug for the vacuum head ... but I guess the wiring in the wall/roughin is to turn the vacuum on when the tube is inserted into the wall....

Anyone able to give me some feedback or insight would be much appreaciated.... Thank You

2006-10-24 02:47:11 · 3 answers · asked by Bogdan M 1

I am not very good at sewing, but I do have an old machine and a little practive. I bought a prom dress that i am going to make into a halloween costume, but it is a little too small in the bust.

How do I let the seams out so that it is about 1/2" bigger?

How do you keep it from looking bad where the other seam was?

Are there going to be lots of little holes?

It is a normal, strapless, A-line dress, and I am going to add red ribbons that go from the wasit over the top and down to the waist again to look like suspenders (I will wear a belt too), so should I "let it out" at the princess seams so that the ribbons will cover it?

Or is there a general rule like you let it out on a major seam like under the arms or at the zipper?
Thanks!

2006-10-24 02:45:51 · 4 answers · asked by donnamspeirs 3

how do i keep the cats and dogs out of it till it dries? i usuall pour in the evenings so it is hard to keep them out in the dark. mostly sidewalks and small pads

2006-10-24 02:42:25 · 7 answers · asked by mongo862001 5

2006-10-24 02:39:15 · 4 answers · asked by Kathie S 1

2006-10-24 02:08:29 · 5 answers · asked by Carol L 1

What size and lengths does it come in and the different Brands and Manufacturers that make it?

2006-10-24 02:05:59 · 3 answers · asked by dnlp05 1

i work in finance, which i think is pretty good.

i suppose being a doctor is better. or a guitarist.

2006-10-24 01:59:20 · 7 answers · asked by arrrthelifeofapirate 3

I want to remove it and use the area as a cloakroom. The plumber has disconnected the water and now all I have to do is remove it. What do I do with the hole that's left? I dont think I want to close it off permanantly incase I ever change my mind and want a toilet in there again. Want it out for now though as it's taking up valuable storage space.

2006-10-24 01:50:32 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-24 01:43:26 · 8 answers · asked by vic30_bee 1

Hi,, i'm fairly new to knitting, so i could just be doing something wrong :/

i cast on a certain number of stitches (say 20) but after i have knitted my first row, i usually end up with 1-3 new stitches (now totaling 21-23)? and suggestions as to what i might be doing incorrectly? any help would be appreciated, as i have had to learn from the internet and books and not a first person teacher :(

Thanks in advance!

2006-10-24 01:30:41 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Someone has written on paper placed directly on the top of a very nice piece of wood furniture, , "antique", and it has left the indentations of everything they wrote, imbedded into the wood. Is there anything I can do to remove these, and not have to refinish the whole top ?

2006-10-23 23:44:17 · 7 answers · asked by JoJoCieCie 5

If any FREE downloadable lessons are available online?

2006-10-23 19:39:44 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous