Do It Yourself (DIY) - January 2007

2007-01-17 20:44:25 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am going to start doing some powder coating and am going to buy a powder coating system...I want the paint to look good and last long like powder coating is supposed to. My question is what system should I buy? Is there a big difference from higher end models to lower end models? or do they all produce fairly the same results in quality and looks? Would like to here from anyone that powder coats, any advice or information would be great, thanks...

2007-01-17 19:21:33 · 3 answers · asked by shawnhale04 2

I painted my bathroom 10 years ago. With simi & high gloss paint. Now I want to change the colors.Can I use a different kind of paint or do I have have to use simi or high gloss to cover it up?

2007-01-17 16:17:17 · 10 answers · asked by Poe B 3

is it really worth the added time and expence and cost of usage. the cost would be equal to 13-100 watt light bulbs

2007-01-17 14:51:25 · 9 answers · asked by mongo862001 5

2007-01-17 14:51:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to put a bolt into a PVC pipe. I am going to use the bolt to thread the PVC pipe and then put a nut and washer on the other side. I was wondering what would be a good type of glue/sealent to put around the threads of the bolts before I screw it in? Gorilla Glue isnt recommended for PVC pipe. Would super glue be good? Keep in mind the bolts are, of course, steel so I don't think PVC cement for this would be good. What would be something good to use? Any additional ideas on how to reinforce it more would be appreciated.

2007-01-17 14:37:01 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

The ones I buy at walmart burn fast then one I got at a local store lasted forever. I want to make my own.

2007-01-17 13:57:18 · 3 answers · asked by Looster 1

2007-01-17 13:50:47 · 4 answers · asked by kenmauiphoto 5

2007-01-17 13:01:29 · 8 answers · asked by wingyuen c 1

Ok I am going to ask again.

I need the manual for a mastercraft rotary tool and I can not find the website for that company called mastercraft that makes tools for Canadian Tire.

It isn't:
http://canadiantire.ca
http://info4craft.com/1/200/Mastercraft%20Tools/index.html&q=mastercraft+tools
http://www.mastercraft.net/
http://www.mastercraft.com/index.php?znfAction=Front
http://www.mastercrafttool.com/pages/AboutMasterCraft.asp

Thank you.

2007-01-17 12:10:54 · 0 answers · asked by Anonymous

Last week, a small crack appeared on the right hand side of the left pane of the window in my home office. It's an old sash cord window in the upstairs front room of a 1930s terrace.

Anyway, within a few days, the crack had spread fully from right to left, across the entire pane - about 45cm (18 inches). The crack is in one of the two panes on the lower half of the window, ie the bit that slides up and dowm when you open and close the window.

The crack obviously has nowhere else to spread, having reached the edges, but I'm worried the glass will smash when I open/close the window and it moves. So I was thinking I should maybe try to stabilise the crack somehow - with tape or film or something. Or do I really need to replace the pane? Any tips on what to do would be gratefully received!

Thanks.

2007-01-17 11:31:11 · 17 answers · asked by Chris S 1

First post to this forum. I have searched but haven't found my answer yet. Any help is appreciated.

I am adding two recessed spotlights to a room that already has recessed lighting. The existing lights are controlled by a single pole switch and everything is 12/2. I would like to add the new spotlights but I would like to have them on a different switch so they can be independant of the existing lights. I have power running from the breaker to the existing switch and from the switch to the existing lights. Can I add a new switch tapping into the power coming into the existing switch? I understand how to wire the new lights in I'm just not sure how to bring power to the new switch and then on to the new lights? Is it possible to daisy chain the supply from the existing switch to the supply of the new switch and then run my wiring to the new lights?

Any help is appreciated.

2007-01-17 09:43:23 · 8 answers · asked by bburns31 3

I am installing one of those microwaves that go above the stove. I need to know what the minimum clearence is so the gas stove doesnt melt the bottom of the micro. Do I have to change out the cabinet above the stove also? Anybody???

2007-01-17 09:35:53 · 15 answers · asked by drhoden26 1

how flexible is a carbon fibre rod and is it the case that a carbon fibre rod will always want to return to its original straightness? what i mean is if a carbon fibre rod is bent will it need to be held in place firmly ie. using a very strong glue or could it be fixed using only the weakest of methods like masking tape?

entiendo?

2007-01-17 09:24:35 · 3 answers · asked by hillman_avenger2006 3

i need to lay vinyl safety flooring in my bathroom has anyone got any tips??

2007-01-17 09:18:05 · 10 answers · asked by well hung liar 1

Do I start in the middle like normal tile? What happens if I don't start in the middle due to the uneven wall?

2007-01-17 08:53:01 · 8 answers · asked by cdknoxville 1

The type of wall stencil that I use is a dry, wax-like material that is tapped with a brush into the stencil. I'm trying to give it a old-world Tuscan look. How can I make it looked faded and old?

2007-01-17 08:08:42 · 5 answers · asked by Faith 4

Does anyone know how I can effectively get rid of dust build up, especially on book shelves, without having to wipe everything everyday... Its getting really annoying, cause anything left on my counter for a week has layers of dust

2007-01-17 07:48:43 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

We had a plaster ceiling that was cracking. We put new drywall up over the ceiling and finished the seams. We have finished drywall before, but only on wall. Apparently ceilings are alot harder. We have a tetured wall and really do not want a texture on the ceiling (we would never be able to match the textures anyway). We have primed and painted the ceiling with flat paint and can see the seams. We do not have alot of light in the room either. Does anyone have any suggestions to hide the seams? Thanks

2007-01-17 06:05:19 · 16 answers · asked by kc3 2

I understand there is a way to heat the steel and dip it in cold water

2007-01-17 05:59:39 · 7 answers · asked by oohJOHNNY 2

I have a collection of bottle caps that I would like to make something out of, any ideas? Prefer websites with pictures.

2007-01-17 05:28:54 · 5 answers · asked by I ♥ txmuzk 4

I have a very small access opening to a ceiling in a room I am going to insulate.Approximately how far does the insulation blow out? Any information would be appreciated.

2007-01-17 05:11:24 · 4 answers · asked by jbc3d33 2

I'm trying to get hold of a short height shower enclosure to fit in a bathroom that has low ceilings (old house with rafters). It needs to be approx. 1750 to 1775mm to fit. Anyone know who stocks one? I have found that the Cairns and Manly models at Homebase are the right size but want something sturdier. I can't find any others at the main DIY stores- Wickes, Focus DIY, B&Q or Bathstore.

Thanks

2007-01-17 04:40:17 · 10 answers · asked by Simon J 2

my husband wants tools for his bday what is a good tool set?

2007-01-17 04:07:02 · 198 answers · asked by call_me_LaLa 6

I need plans for this. Hardware is not included, so I have all that. It just needs to be something decent, not just a box,,,Thanks

2007-01-17 04:01:37 · 2 answers · asked by Michael B 1

It seems like everytime I go to wash dishes I have to fight with the sink stopper to get it to hold water in the sink. I have bought new ones and they either are not the same or something. HELP!!!!!!!!

2007-01-17 03:42:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-17 03:33:40 · 5 answers · asked by gill 2

There are a few bubbles or "blisters" on my flat roof. I can't afford $1400 for a new roof, so I'd like to fix it myself, any suggestions?

2007-01-17 02:45:46 · 6 answers · asked by kimandnaomi 2

I have this heater, it has no cable as it was installed in the wall. Now I want to use it as a portable heater but I cannot find a place where I would connect the grounding?!?!!? Anyone has any idea what to do? How bad is it if I install a cable on the 2kW heater without grounding?

Thanks in advance!

2007-01-17 01:46:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-16 19:51:12 · 12 answers · asked by bazandlouise 1