Do It Yourself (DIY) - April 2007

How many quilting squares/ blocks do i need to make a twin sized quilt?

2007-04-19 12:56:49 · 6 answers · asked by jackie 3

2007-04-19 04:15:48 · 9 answers · asked by deepak57 7

We just bought a house, the ceiling paint in the kitchen is cracked and peeling. I have been scraping it for two days but still have a lot of scraping left. Is there a product similar to zip strip that I could put on the ceiling to remove the paint and make the scraping easier? I don't want to ruin the sheet rock.

2007-04-19 04:13:33 · 5 answers · asked by pizzle_01 1

2007-04-19 03:29:33 · 8 answers · asked by Aggy B 1

We just bought a shed with a floor kit. We tore down the existing shed when we bought our home last year. It was the same dimensions and left quite a hole underneath it. We have filled it with fill dirt, but are wondering what we need to place under the shed to keep it from shifting and sinking. The cheapest option is greatly appreciated.

Sorry for my lack of knowledge with this.

2007-04-19 03:08:39 · 16 answers · asked by Red 76 4

How to replace a laundry basin faucet ? I need to and am not sure if I need to solder anything or not. I'd rather not.

2007-04-19 03:05:01 · 5 answers · asked by Mike D 1

There is a hole at the side of the drain pipe, but at the moment it is blanked off. It looks as if this is where I connect to, but I don't know what connection pipe to ask for, or how to fit it. I would be very grateful for any assistance.

2007-04-19 01:21:44 · 19 answers · asked by Ranatalot 1

We installed a new sink drain, tailpipe thing, but it is leaking where the drain and the bottom of the sink meet. Got any idea how to fix it? I am thinking about going the permanent root of applying JB Waterweld putty on it. That will fix the leak, but the drain will attached to the sink forever if I do that!! Frig I hate sinks now.

2007-04-19 01:19:19 · 8 answers · asked by hello 6

I know about Saniflo macerator pumps for where no soil pipe drainage & vent is close by (which is the case here), but wondered how I fared bearing in mind some plumbing aready exists - H&C to & from the handbasin. Would be grateful for some advice & suggestions on this before calling plumbers for quotes. Many thanks!

2007-04-18 21:11:53 · 8 answers · asked by p g 1

The wood that is green tint and small cuts alone the wood

2007-04-18 17:14:02 · 6 answers · asked by tung7755 1

I am going to add on to my home. Just not sure where to start. I have done alot off building before, but never from the ground up... Do I need a footing? Or, just do piers? please help....
=)

2007-04-18 15:35:56 · 6 answers · asked by Scott W 1

each tile in the carton covers 1 sq ft

2007-04-18 14:14:14 · 16 answers · asked by connie s 1

I wish to build or buy a display case to show Hvac tool's that student's will receive. I'm thinking 36x48. 2 1/2 - 3" deep. Plexi or glass. Hang on wall. Wood construction. Any thought's?

2007-04-18 12:09:00 · 2 answers · asked by sjwhvac 3

Can I simply use a drill to put holes in the bottom of a ceramic pot or will it break?

2007-04-18 09:38:32 · 13 answers · asked by jon 2

2007-04-18 08:35:25 · 19 answers · asked by danmak2001 1

We will be tiling a backsplash directly onto drywall after our countertops are installed. My question is -- what do I do about the electrical outlets in that area? The tile is about 1/4 inch thick -- and I want the outlets even with the tile (right?) After I tile around the outlet openings, then how do you make them flush when you put everything back together? For example, do I just pull the sockets out so that the screw brackets sit on top of the tile? If so, then do I need to drill screw holes through the tile? If so, then how do I make sure that the tile does not break or crack?

2007-04-18 08:10:22 · 10 answers · asked by Janade 2

My toilet would not flush at all this morning - there was no water in the tank. I filled the tank, and it flushed fine. I have not tested it again (had to leave for work). Any ideas why the water left the tank dry and how to test/fix it myself?

2007-04-18 05:24:32 · 7 answers · asked by Donna N 1

Need to buy dimmer switches.

I need one way dimmer switches, but can only find 2 way units. Can I use a 2 way units instead of a 1 way?

2007-04-18 04:44:20 · 5 answers · asked by Alex W 1

I currently have a dishwasher air gap correctly installed by the homebuilder. I'm going to install a reverse osmosis water system, so I'm going to remove teh air gap, and replace it with the purified water dispenser.

My question is, what do I need to do to bypass the air gap, and have the DW empty out directly into the disposal? An air gap is not required in my area. My home inspector went over it briefly with me, but stupid me, I wasn't paying close attention.
Thanks!

2007-04-18 03:07:32 · 6 answers · asked by John P 1

2007-04-18 02:55:07 · 11 answers · asked by chris 2

I only have 3 sides to do, 20ft, 20ft, and 20 ft. Homedepot on line said that each peice of wood is $2.69 and a post is $6.49. I don't know how much of what I need. do I also need cement? And do I need to stain it or something? Roughly how much will this cost me?

2007-04-18 02:48:06 · 3 answers · asked by comfymrschafer 3

Trex settled a class action lawsuit a short while back concerning decking before 2004. I also seen a lot of complaints on the product dating back from 2005 and earlier. Since then I haven't seen may recent complaints. Is Trex a good solution for composite deck? Are the alleged mold problems been fixed in their product? Has anyone had problems with Trex purchased in 2005 or later? (I know there are other products out there but I haven't been able to get it for a cost near that of Trex arround me)

2007-04-18 02:02:22 · 2 answers · asked by Kinz 1

I want to learn more!
How does a electric drill work???

2007-04-18 00:17:49 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-17 23:42:03 · 7 answers · asked by michael b 1

2007-04-17 18:37:21 · 6 answers · asked by jameskim365 1

I installed a new double fluro light with mains power switched off but when I turn power back on the light comes on before i turn the actual light switch on can someone help me ???

2007-04-17 11:37:12 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I had to work in a loft for what i thought would be a short time, so i decided not to go out and buy a mask, the job actually took alot longer than i thought and i was moving the loft insulation around and generally walking and crawling around in the loft for about 2 hours. I noticed all the dust when i shon the torch in certain positions but the dust was not visible at first, it wasnt untill i shon the torch around that i could see it all. I inhaled alot of this dust for about 2 hours and i could smell it on occasions but not always. Does anyone know what it is?, and is it dangerous? ive heard people suggest that it is called fibreglass, but i thought it was called loft insulation? my skin was very itchy afterwards but it seemed to be ok after a shower. My main concern is my lungs, can anyone give me any idea as to the effects i should look out or anything at all?

2007-04-17 10:52:55 · 15 answers · asked by Ian H 1

from a small meter to main 30 Amp. service fuse box. Can I connect the #10 wires from the meter with larger wires # 2 or # 4 for the time being so I can upgrade the service later? I am replacing the 30 Amp service fuse box with a 100Amp service breaker box.

So the flow of electricity looks like this -- the electricity provived by #10 wires connected by new # 4 wires, straight to new main 100 Amp service breaker box that provide service to the entire house. I wonder the small existing 30Amp. current go through larger #4 Amp wires could cause any possible problems? Am I pushing small 'water pressure' through larger pipes?

I am not touching/upgrading my small meter at this time .

2007-04-17 09:37:22 · 7 answers · asked by buidavid@sbcglobal.net 1

2007-04-17 07:55:25 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

from a small meter to main box service fuse box. Can I replace the #10 wire with larger wire # 2 or # 4 for the time being so I can upgrade the service later? I am replacing the fuse box with a 100Amp service breaker box.

2007-04-17 07:15:13 · 5 answers · asked by buidavid@sbcglobal.net 1