Do It Yourself (DIY) - May 2007

Whenever I do laundry, after about the 3rd or 4th load in the dryer, it starts this almost constant high pitch squeal. Know what could be causing this?

2007-05-17 21:23:51 · 8 answers · asked by Jacob S 3

2007-05-17 20:49:53 · 4 answers · asked by grantvilleflier 1

I was just wondering, if I were building a house up in the mountains where there are no sewage drains, how does it usually work? Where would all the waste water go? Thanks!

2007-05-17 19:24:00 · 3 answers · asked by general_ya 1

i have a bunch of old fabric left from a whole bunch of stuff and i am pretty good with the sewing machine but i am not sure what i can do with it if anyone has anygood ideas or pictures i would love to see them

2007-05-17 17:28:38 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I would like to hang some crown molding but have never done it before. I would like to use a table saw but do not know what angles to cut and how to measure and so forth. Or is it best to pay someone who knows what they are doing?

2007-05-17 16:53:14 · 13 answers · asked by b_radgmo 3

obviously. Well, it's not, and wants to fall off. I would like to put screen up somehow-since it's the only window in my bedroom-and summer will be here soon. my landlord isn't too keen on fixing stuff around here-what to do????

2007-05-17 15:23:23 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-17 15:20:50 · 7 answers · asked by texcpl30s 1

2007-05-17 14:52:36 · 4 answers · asked by joebillfromoldky 2

I have a paper mache built flower vase. Is their a water repellent other than epoxy that I can paint on the bottom of the paper mache vase that when the vase is filled with water the water wion't leak out. Thanks

2007-05-17 14:51:23 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

My question is: will I have to sand it down? There are several small ridges about 1/4 inch high. What will happen if I just lay the tile over it?

2007-05-17 14:50:44 · 5 answers · asked by michgzlr 2

I'm disappointed with most of the composite samples I've seen--Trex, etc.--because they stain terribly when you drop something greasy on them. I've found one brand that is all plastic and doesn't stain, but I don't like the colors (Procell). Does anyone have a composite deck that can stand up to having a grill and an eating area with two preschoolers on it??

2007-05-17 13:23:51 · 3 answers · asked by madhousewife 3

i have an old dagger, from like wwII, an its really dull, and i wana sharpen it, so it gets razor sharp, i have a honeing stone, and a knife sharpener that just makes em' duller, i have a 2-stage manuall dimond hone, that works really well, but it still anint that sharp, how do i sharpen it more?

2007-05-17 13:21:47 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Can I tell by looking at it? Thanks.

2007-05-17 09:01:42 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

My fitted sheet is always slipping off (it is the right size) from the mattress. Is there anything out there that prevents this or can you alter the fitted sheet...or am I the only one this happens to?? lol

2007-05-17 07:39:46 · 5 answers · asked by huskergo 4

I'm building a new 16'x20' workshop. The framing is almost complete and I'm going to install 4 x 8 x 7/16 Oriented Strand Board over the studs. Do I install it vertically(8ft up and down) or horizontally like sheetrock(8ft left to right) with the joints staggered? Also do I need to allow any spacing between the sheets for heat expansion or do I just butt the seams tightly? And what type of vapor barrier should install over the OSB if I am putting vinyl siding over it. Thank you.

2007-05-17 07:36:16 · 4 answers · asked by killmylandlord 4

Or, Do I have to go purchase 9/64 size bit? I have 3/32, 1/8, 5/32, and 3/16. Will one of these work without messing anything up? Please help.

2007-05-17 07:05:54 · 5 answers · asked by Blackgold347 3

I have been given a quote of about £1500 for the labour to tile my bathroom floor, walls and kitchen floor.
I have never tiled before but am thinking about it as this seems a lot of money for a relatively unskilled job.
Thanks

2007-05-17 06:58:17 · 7 answers · asked by Ray O 2

2007-05-17 06:31:03 · 1 answers · asked by Bryan C 2

like 36x24 sizes etc.

2007-05-17 05:49:25 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

i got a problem and need help - i live in a 1970s house that uses the old red/black wiring. i have a two way lighting system between the hall and landing. i have added a new ceiling light but now having trouble with the two way lighting. what happens now is i can switch on/off the landing light from d/stairs works fine but if i leave the switch on and then go upstairs to switch the light off it stays on. if i switched the light d/stairs off from the d/stairs switch and then go upstairs i can switch the landing light on and off.

can anyone help - is there a website out there that explains 2 way lighting circuitry or can anyone post a solution to my problem

2007-05-17 05:48:11 · 13 answers · asked by hillman_avenger2006 3

2007-05-17 05:10:41 · 2 answers · asked by Bob P 1

I have decided to refinish my old coffee table with pieces of broken glass; thank you Mrscmmckim. I would like help with finding out what would best go with my house already. I have latin/spanish style pictures ect... What kind of tile or old plates color or style wise would bring out that spanish style.

2007-05-17 04:33:18 · 1 answers · asked by sam_shellybenitez 2

Would like to know brands and locations to purchase.

2007-05-17 04:19:46 · 2 answers · asked by shemadaniel 1

When we go to shower and we pull up the nozzle to turn the shower on the water pressure stinks. only half the water goes to the shower and the other half is still coming out of the faucet and into the tub. I want to figure out how to have all of the water going into the shower head. I think this will fix my pressure problem. I just don't know what I need to do. New faucet? seal? sledgehammer?

2007-05-17 04:08:57 · 7 answers · asked by kymeekat69 3

2007-05-17 03:19:51 · 2 answers · asked by steve w 1

2007-05-17 03:17:20 · 11 answers · asked by GAYLE G 1

How can I get rid of a bump in the carpet. It's about 12 inches from the wall in a doorway between the living room and dining room. Is this something I could do myself, or do I need to call a pro?

2007-05-17 03:13:06 · 5 answers · asked by Dee 4

2007-05-17 02:31:20 · 7 answers · asked by Atlma 1

I am buying a new build property. When I bought the house they told me that they were no longer building a garage as per the plans, but instead they would simply be laying the foundations for the garage. Then when I want to build a garage, I don't have to worry about doing the foundations.

Anyway, we didn't think thay had done this so when I checked they said that they have built a "Pile Ring Beam" 1 to 2 feet under the surface of the ground.

Does anyone know what this is ?
Is this the same as the foundations ?
Are they pulling a fly one on me here ?

Please help !!! Thanks.

2007-05-17 02:27:44 · 6 answers · asked by gavman99 1

2007-05-17 00:35:21 · 5 answers · asked by Ruthie S 1