Do It Yourself (DIY) - May 2007

I decided to have a beach/surfing theme for my room. It has a blue carpet and yellowish/beige walls. I can't think of any cheap accessories to emphasize this theme. Like what kind of decor (and i can't spend a lot...less than $100) and where to buy it. I also can't choose between a pink or green chair! I would love to hear ideas from you. By the way, I can't change the carpet or paint the walls in any way.

2007-05-24 09:43:16 · 3 answers · asked by wingman 1

Hi - I'd like to put up a clothesline in my back yard, without having to install poles. I have the nylon cord, and there is actually enough space between the garage and house, that I could mount the line between them without having to buy poles, etc. What is the best way to mount the cord? There is one hook already screwed into a window-frame... how would I knot the line onto a hook so it would stay? Or should I staple-gun it on? Would that hold the laundry? Any ideas appreciated!

2007-05-24 08:38:55 · 4 answers · asked by NCmomma 3

Does it cause damage to the wall?

2007-05-24 08:30:50 · 5 answers · asked by molls77 1

hi guys

i have a new house made out of plasterboard boo hoo!!!

nothing holds in the walls for long

i have tryed buying the proper raw plugs
tried no nails
tried longer screws ect

im at my wits end
my coat hook will just not stay up for long

whats the best thing to do ?....by the way single woman doing it so have a heart at least i try !!!

2007-05-24 07:43:25 · 14 answers · asked by alfiegirl 2

it needs to go across a 7 ft. wide creek.

2007-05-24 07:41:43 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Whenever we run hot water in the kitchen (faucet or dishwasher), a loud knocking noise comes from the PVC pipes in the basement. It seems to be coming from the main drain pipe which is about 3 or 4 inches in diameter, and it knocks right along the ceiling joists. After a few minutes the knocking stops. Any suggestions?

2007-05-24 07:39:38 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-24 06:36:04 · 3 answers · asked by El Ruben 3

2007-05-24 04:11:33 · 9 answers · asked by mhullen79 1

Should they be mounted high on a wall or low to the floor to properly detect Carbon Monoxide?

2007-05-24 04:08:27 · 4 answers · asked by psychoholiday1976 3

Did everyone learn a new word and they are trying to use it in a sentence? There must be 50 questions on wainscoting in the last week...

2007-05-24 02:35:21 · 17 answers · asked by buzzards27 4

2007-05-24 01:21:25 · 6 answers · asked by debs 2

I was planning to build some years ago but couldn't get an answer to this question. I was hoping to build a pole barn style structure at the time! My thinking was that in a pole barn It would have been more effective to pour the floor before (especially now in NC) to prevent termite damage later on. Thank you for your answers.

2007-05-23 23:24:48 · 8 answers · asked by Jeigh B 1

2007-05-23 20:07:42 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

My bathroom sink keeps leaking can someone telll me how to put a facet and plumbing in and what do i put where?

2007-05-23 19:49:16 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-23 19:45:11 · 2 answers · asked by MARIAN S 1

I am (with much trepidation) co-ordinating my own bathroom renovation. I will be using skilled tradesmen but I just need some tips on how to get everything scheduled so it goes smoothly.

I need a list of items I will need to consider, preparing the budget, tasks to tick off, when to start which item.

I have the style and materials picked out, just need to get the project management under control.

2007-05-23 17:38:03 · 4 answers · asked by Mungbeans 1

2007-05-23 16:36:09 · 12 answers · asked by SC 1

does anyone know where i can find 1/2 inch chicken wire online for sale? we cant seem to find it anywhere. if u find or know of anything then i would be much appreciated it if u told me. THANKS!

2007-05-23 15:48:16 · 10 answers · asked by . 7

We have a choice between two similar models, one is slightly thinner than the other, but probably half the price. Is there any substantial difference. BTW, we are probably not living in this house for too many years, so decades' of durability is not our utmost concern. But we want it to hold up and look nice.

2007-05-23 15:13:38 · 11 answers · asked by colin_21 2

we process our own birds so we dont want something overly huge but will get the job done. any websites? i have no idea where to start..i tried searching but could only find new stuff.

2007-05-23 15:01:51 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I bought some beautiful copper torches and can't seem to get them to stay lit. I have tried priming the wicks (which are dry)but they stay lit for only a few minutes and go out again.

2007-05-23 12:33:55 · 5 answers · asked by sassy sue 4

2007-05-23 10:25:36 · 10 answers · asked by AtLarge 7

The label is a little smaller than the original off the website, but Im afraid that they won't take it, I need to know ASAP!! Please help!

2007-05-23 10:17:17 · 2 answers · asked by Katie 1

2007-05-23 10:09:09 · 4 answers · asked by KT K 1

2007-05-23 09:38:05 · 5 answers · asked by jeff b 2

2007-05-23 09:02:38 · 8 answers · asked by Kevin F 2

2007-05-23 07:32:43 · 3 answers · asked by Karl S 1

I have been fighting it for a few years. I really don't like the baby blue Vinyl siding. I heard you can paint it. Has anyone done so? How did it turn out? What did you use? I live in New England.

2007-05-23 06:24:48 · 3 answers · asked by Joe H 1

The ones that have solar panels and and when night time comes they automatically turn on. How do they work? This is for a DIY project I want to try. Also how much power to solar panels generate? What size do solar panels come in? Do they come in the small size that are on solar lights? Also can you buy those solar panels and where?

2007-05-23 04:35:36 · 9 answers · asked by christigmc 5

I have a coffee table that was given to me by a friend. It's black formica, or possibly laminent. It doesn't go with my room which I'm slowly but surely changing over to a sort of Country feel, like you'd find in Country Living magazine. I want to paint the table white and sort of do like an aged look to it - like it was actually wood.

Is there a way to do this?

2007-05-23 02:48:58 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous