Do It Yourself (DIY) - February 2007

2007-02-26 11:13:33 · 6 answers · asked by Odin 3

2007-02-26 10:13:44 · 37 answers · asked by Richard M52 1

what is the proper way to put a filter for central air unit.... with the airflow arrow up or down?

and also how do i clean the coils of the unit from under the filter .

2007-02-26 10:10:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-26 09:01:38 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just got some m373 splitproof chisels online. One of the chisel blades has a tiny nick on it, another has a little 'blueing' on a corner as a result of heat, and one has a faded 'D' on the word ENGLAND on the face of the chisel. Are these normal results of manufacturing?
Was your set perfect or did it also have one or two tiny imperfections?
(The imperfections i mention are very small indeed. On the whole, the set is very tidy.)

2007-02-26 07:41:10 · 7 answers · asked by lestannard82 2

2007-02-26 07:16:41 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-26 05:49:21 · 18 answers · asked by cass1313 2

I would like to do it myself or have find somewhere cheap. I want it to last "forever" but do not have alot of $$$$$$ to spend.

2007-02-26 04:38:01 · 3 answers · asked by brandi from texas 4

the boiler is halstead gold

2007-02-26 04:15:02 · 8 answers · asked by merv 1

2007-02-26 03:27:12 · 2 answers · asked by TINA Y 1

I will be pulling power off of the 14/2 cable in the attic above the bath on the same circut (end of run that powers a vanity light, switch and recepticle in bath. I'm assuming I will need to mount a junction box - have the 14/2 power coming into the box then from there 14/3 to the fan then 14/3 down the wall to a new dual switch.

2007-02-26 03:09:15 · 6 answers · asked by Mark M. 1

I don't want any heat blowing into my master bedroom. The register on the ceiling can be closed, but then it "whistles" when the furnace comes on. I don't want to take it off each winter and block the air supply. Is there a cover I can buy? The magnetic ones will not work here.

2007-02-26 01:33:32 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

were can i find a skin and bones trailer frame in melbourne-cheap if possible....

2007-02-25 22:17:33 · 3 answers · asked by andy 1

I'm trying to install a Lil'Mynx Rotating Strip/Dance Pole. Suggestions welcome.?

Hello. I am a professional dancer, who is at my wits end trying to install my new dance pole. The apartment I rent from has vaulted ceilings with metal layered between the sheet rock and the joists. For whatever reason, my joist finder is giving me inaccurate readings. At first I thought it might be the popcorn ceiling that was affecting the joist finder. I am still unsure if this is affecting it as well. I really don't want to blindly drill holes in my ceiling anymore and I can't seem to find anyone who installs any sort of dance equipment in the phone book.

Every time I drill into the ceiling I hit metal. The metal bits can drill past it, but instead of finding a joist like the finder suggests, there is empty space.

Are there any repair men or women out there who can help me sort this out?

Thank you
Evalynn

2007-02-25 20:54:40 · 11 answers · asked by Evalyn 1

How important is it to buy a slider model? How is it better? I am looking to buy my first miter saw and am getting exhausted from reading everyone's reviews. This saw will play an important part in my new home workshop. Please advise me. So far, construction friends have pushed me toward DeWalt. I'm not going to be using it a lot so durability and protability aren't important to me. I want to ge tthe most accuracy, flexibility and reliability for my buck. Ryobi, Hitachi, Craftsman, Rigid, Delta, DeWalt? Weigh in on this one, you guys.

2007-02-25 20:27:35 · 6 answers · asked by DANIEL R T 2

It is 36'' wide not raised, floor level. I want it to pass the code if I sell the house. I don't have a permit that's why I am not calling the village.
I am guessing 18'' ? also how far past the sides?
Thanks

2007-02-25 20:24:48 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-25 20:11:53 · 9 answers · asked by Lizlam 2

3 How to decide how long each tie needs to be?

4 What is the easiest way to convert them?

5. What is best to use for threading the tie/belt around the waist 'sleeve'?

They currently have 3 rows of stitches around the waistband/elastic, so I figure on removing the center row of stitches. Then making a hole in that 'sleeve', then applying fray-check or some such to keep fabric whole, then threading the tie through. Any better way?

2007-02-25 15:45:20 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Not a joke. Our master bath's toilet is unleveled and wobbles. Is there a pofessional way to fix this other than putting business cards underneath it????

2007-02-25 15:39:17 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I took some wood paneling off of my walls, and I need to create crows feet wall texture in its place to match the rest of my walls.
How should I go about doing this? Are there any good resources that can help me? I know that there are slap brushes and crows feet brushes available. What consistency should the drywall mud be? Is the technique easy to do? Any drywall experts out there willing to share your techniques? Thanks.

2007-02-25 14:35:48 · 4 answers · asked by TruthMan 2

I am looking for gift bags, be it cellophane or fabric, that are large enough to hold a 30 inch stuffed toy. Many thanks. St♥rmy.

2007-02-25 12:42:54 · 6 answers · asked by St♥rmy Skye 6

Does anyone know of any good books on how to build cabinets?

2007-02-25 12:41:02 · 7 answers · asked by wezl4 3

I am planning to rebuild a fence using common cedar fence boards. These are sold wet and rough. The last time I built, I cured the lumber for 3 months. I used a belt sander to smooth all sides. It came out really nice, but the sanding was no fun: 3 days of vibration, “sawdust-snowman”, inhaling cedar dust, cedar splinters in my eyes. At the time I told myself, “next time I am buying/renting a machine to smooth these boards”.

I was thinking about a portable surface planer and rigging a vacuum exhaust. But I am not sure that the planer can handle all the warping cedar fence boards tend to have. Would a surface planner work for my application?

I’ve also seen surface drum sanders, and I know these are specifically designed for this application. But it seems like there are only commercial (ie >$500) machines available? Any ideas?

2007-02-25 11:21:13 · 6 answers · asked by James H 5

2007-02-25 10:12:52 · 16 answers · asked by Allen R 2

Hubby and I were planning on putting a dimmer switch in our bedroom, bet we weren't sure if you could put one in if you've got a 3-way circuit. Does anyone know if you can?? Thanks in advance!!

2007-02-25 10:04:01 · 13 answers · asked by MsJenn521 2

I have an older home, and some of the walls are lath and plaster.
When I removed some curtain rods from the walls it left some pretty good size cracks in the plaster--the lath is visible through the cracks. Is it a do-able job for a novice?

2007-02-25 09:59:40 · 7 answers · asked by blueangel 2

2007-02-25 09:48:58 · 13 answers · asked by ENGLISH BULLDOG 1

Nothing permanent, just some cute decoration ideas.

2007-02-25 09:45:32 · 2 answers · asked by . 2

2007-02-25 08:49:15 · 11 answers · asked by craig g 2

Help! I live in a walk-up building in NYC. I am on the second floor, and several people in the bulding smoke cigarettes - and the smoke is finding it's way into my apartment. I put up a note asking people to be conscious of their neighbors - and to please open their windows when they smoke (and it got torn down). I've put weather stripping around my door frame to try to keep in out. I even run an air purifier -but the smoke still gets in. I am easily irritated by smoke (my eyes burn and my sinuses get blocked up) and I just don't know what else to do! Any suggestions? Thanks!

2007-02-25 07:40:53 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous