Do It Yourself (DIY) - July 2007

I don't need the top so I don't want to buy a complete coffee table to assemble, I just want to make the frame and the legs. Nothing too crazy. Any suggestions? The material doesn't really matter either.

2007-07-23 14:13:54 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have seen these protable a/c units that you can just run inside a room. Very expensive. Can I just mount a window unit on a stand and run it in a room?

2007-07-23 14:11:46 · 12 answers · asked by BDCB 1

I have a light switch in an extra bedroom that controls an outlet (to plug in a lamp, etc). Anyway, the outlet that the switch controls is in a horrible area. I was wondering if there was any way to change which outlet the light switch operates without having to do any wiring.

I thought there may be something like a transmitter that plugs into the switched outlet and a receiver that you could plug into the new outlet and plug a lamp into that. I can't find anything like that though. Does anything like this exist? I know there are wireless light switches, etc but I just want to use the switch that is already there.

2007-07-23 13:39:07 · 9 answers · asked by psycoffman 2

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2007-07-23 13:16:20 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have mostly 2 wire outlets in my house (60+ year old house) Want to replace with 3 wire but don't want to run new wire. Are there any safety concerns by simply replacing these outlets?

2007-07-23 12:44:28 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have been to homedepot they dont have the bit for concert wall. Than how do I do it? and where do I get the bit from.

2007-07-23 11:28:03 · 9 answers · asked by duck 1

I'm hoping to make some country style signs and it's much cheaper to buy large pieces of wood from Home Depot, than the pre-cut and shaped pieces from craft stores. Is there a smaller type of handheld saw that makes smooth cuts through 1" thick wood? One sign I would like to make will be shaped like a house with a chimney, so some of the cuts will be shorter. Also, is it a dremel tool that you use to finish the edge of the wood to make it look fancier? Any advice is welcome! Thank you! :)

2007-07-23 10:44:23 · 7 answers · asked by Heidi 2

I got nail polish in the carpet. My mom doesnt know yet but is there any way i can get it out before either of my parents kill me??? also ill add that we dont have any no acetone nail polish remover

2007-07-23 10:21:50 · 8 answers · asked by horscraz15 2

2007-07-23 10:03:51 · 2 answers · asked by Derrick H 2

2007-07-23 09:19:36 · 3 answers · asked by z-man 1

it belonged to my great grandfather so it's probably at least 100 years old. i've tried to research it but i haven't really been able to find anything. thanks!


some may call it a folding ruler this one goes to 72 inches.

2007-07-23 08:38:42 · 5 answers · asked by butter_cream1981 4

2007-07-23 07:42:36 · 2 answers · asked by jason k 1

2007-07-23 07:39:27 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have hard woodfloors in my apartment and everytime I go to sleep or even get in and out of my bed in slides out of place. Is there something I can buy to put under the wheels to stop this?

2007-07-23 06:49:53 · 6 answers · asked by Matthew B 1

I have got to fit a pull cord extractor fan in my bathroom wall. Can I just connect 2core and earth from the fan to the pull cord light switch wiring or ceiling rose wiring or do I need a junction box. My bathroom has a flat roof so wiring on the ceiling is in trunking(not healthy). I know my bungalow hasnt a loop in circuit is there an elecy out there?

2007-07-23 06:47:21 · 8 answers · asked by deuxpoints 1

Redwood is supposed to be weather resistant so finish might not be needed. The area I am planning to build the bench is is a desert environment so rain isn't a major problem.

2007-07-23 05:53:03 · 3 answers · asked by Nick B 1

I have a light fixture that I am replacing in my dining room. I do not have a problem with the wiring because it is a brand new house...However, the mounting plate of the new fixture does not match up with the electrical box in the ceiling. What can I do to get this fixture installed. I would much prefer to get an adaptor of some sort rather than having to replace the electrical box in the ceiling...I am not an electrician and would prefer not to have to hire one...

2007-07-23 05:46:48 · 4 answers · asked by mks6128 2

I need to construct some extensive, but not load bearing, stud walls in our workshop. Trouble is, the mezzanine against which I want to secure the top plate is a steel girder construction, approx 3 metres off the ground.

I'm guessing it will affect the integrity of the steel if I drill it and simply bolt the top plate to the bottom chord with, say, an M8 bolt. Is there an established fixing that could be secured to the top of the top plate and simply stop it shifting back and forth, with just tight fitting studs holding the top plate in place.

The mezzanine is well supported,and the loads it bears will be minimal-all the lathes and heavy plant are downstairs on concrete.

Any ideas?

Many thanks

2007-07-23 05:13:16 · 5 answers · asked by StuartB 3

I had a leaking toilet which I fixed with replacing the flapper valve with a new Korky universal one.

But now, to get a full flush, I have to hold down the handle for about 5 seconds, rather than pushing and releasing as before.

I checked the chain length for the valve and only had slight slack. I adjusted it, but didn't fix it (it also made the water drain slightly in the bowl - thus making the toilet run again).

Any ideas?

2007-07-23 04:29:53 · 7 answers · asked by J K 1

I think it was an interor designer but i am not sure?

2007-07-23 04:12:04 · 4 answers · asked by GDAYFAN932 1

Do you need to turn off power on breaker panel? Or can you just turn off power switch in room?

2007-07-23 03:18:03 · 7 answers · asked by prairiegurrl 5

We want to make an L-shaped workspace with kitchen wall cabinets underneath. We have 2 15" and 1 corner wall cabinet for support. We also have a 2'x6' and a 2'x4' piece of maple. I was planning on cutting 45 degree angles on those pieces & joining over the corner cabinet. Will this work? Any other suggestions? (handyman skill level-close to nil!)

2007-07-23 02:46:39 · 2 answers · asked by roy b 1

We just bought a house with a carport. This carport roof doesn't look like it's been cleaned in some time, and is right beneath a large oak tree. Is there a solution you could recommend to clean the top of this roof so it isn't so unsightly? Thanks in advance for any reply!

2007-07-23 02:11:32 · 10 answers · asked by MikeC82 1

2007-07-22 23:25:29 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Need help on log cabins and cottages designs and tips. Would be greatful if you could help

2007-07-22 23:03:33 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-22 22:53:56 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

A good shine and oiling should do the trick.

2007-07-22 15:37:06 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-22 15:13:37 · 7 answers · asked by ben n 1

I've heard that kits exist to convert built in diswashers to portable dishwashers, but can't seem to find anything on the internet. I have a perfectly good built in-style dishwasher in my garage, but can't install it under the counter in my rental house. Is there any help for this busy mom who hates to do dishes?

2007-07-22 15:09:36 · 5 answers · asked by EowynX 1

I am a home hobbyist, artist, and general do-it-yourself-er. I have a shop in my garage where I do metalworking, welding, woodworking, repair bicycles and work on my motorcycle and car. I want a high quality, relatively inexpensive, heavy duty bench grinder. I expect to use it for sharpening tools, chisels and blades and grinding small metal parts for welding and fabrication. I also want something well balanced with little wobble so I can hone my lathe gouges. I would like the unit to have either a flexible light or a wide lamp. I don;t need a stand, I can build that. My budget is around $50. I appreciate your thoughts.

JB

2007-07-22 14:31:14 · 6 answers · asked by sculptorjmbudka 2