Do It Yourself (DIY) - July 2007

Hello we are going to do a complete clean up on a property for sale.There is a 4 by 4 area of blue tint from an eopxy paint spill.We used a wire brush tool to remove the top layer of cement and it worked great on the paint removal.Now we have a BLUE TINT left that I cannot find a product that will remove.
Does anyone have any ideas? I have tried driveway cleaner/degreaser,paint thinner,power wash.

2007-07-13 03:26:01 · 3 answers · asked by start_ 1

ive just bought a compresor to spray car's and bike's that i do up to sell on but now nothing about mixing the paint what paint to use or how to spray can anyone help please.

2007-07-13 03:25:05 · 4 answers · asked by goldy1980@btinternet.com 1

My son bought a nice wrought iron wine rack with a beautiful marble top recently - a small 3/4" chip on the edge occurred as it was moved from the wedding site to home - is there something we can buy/mix or try to cover/fill/blend in so it isn't so noticable? He was greatly saddened about it when they returned from their honeymoon. Thanks.

2007-07-13 03:14:11 · 3 answers · asked by vat 3

I only have a stick thing thats supposed to be incese, how do I use it? do I just light it on fire and wait?

2007-07-13 02:57:24 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-13 02:49:01 · 8 answers · asked by acbrownie98 1

I am being faced with the challenge of rebuilding some stacked paver steps. Unfortunately, I don't have a picture - it's three tiers of steps with the base being roughly 16' x 4'. It's framed with 6'x6's and the steps themselves are pavers (these pavers: http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=12239-000000215-12239&lpage=none). The steps sort of look like the steps in this second picture: http://www.sonic.net/dwstark/images/landscaping2006/Dec11.htm only imagine the risers are 6'x6's and the tops are wider and filled with the paving stones. The shape is also more rectangular instead of curved.

These steps were built directly on the ground and filled with gravel and sand to place the pavers in. The wood is now rotting out and is infested with ants so the steps need replaced. The homeowner wants the same look -- wooden fronts and wood edged treads with the pavers filling in the rest of the steps. How can we rebuild to achieve the same look and prevent rot?

2007-07-13 02:36:21 · 4 answers · asked by thatgirl 6

Is there an easy way to make your own swing-arm curtain rods? Or maybe a way to modify a similar set-up, like a plant holder that has a swing-arm?

2007-07-12 20:52:13 · 2 answers · asked by Bedel 2

2007-07-12 20:48:22 · 5 answers · asked by Betsy 1

I have an old duplex 15A double breaker (Siemens) and the little metal piece that connects the 2 switches is removable, allowing each part to function as a separate breaker. I need 2 more 15A circuits in a new box and wondered if it was permissible to just remove the metal piece and use them as if they were separate breakers. I didn't see anything in Code, but just wanted to make sure before the inspection.

2007-07-12 17:26:12 · 5 answers · asked by BuckarooBanzai 3

The water pressure is just not really there. My child may poo and it will take two flushes to get it down and sometimes it may not stay down. How can I fix this problem ?

2007-07-12 15:22:48 · 5 answers · asked by nene 3

just got a drill press for my woodshop. its a table top model. would love an easy build plan for a drill press fence thanks ahead of time.

2007-07-12 15:14:59 · 5 answers · asked by slightly disturbed 2

When flushing the toilet, the flapper ball does not close into the valve because air and water are coming back through the valve. What could be causing this problem? I have already replaced the flapper ball. Please help!

2007-07-12 14:56:51 · 5 answers · asked by ivy7845 1

I am going to rent this place, and the light switches and plug-ins need replaced. Can I just buy these from lowe's or will I need to go to a mobile home supply store?

2007-07-12 14:45:56 · 6 answers · asked by mel s 6

Can someone please tell me how to paint a wooden box?

2007-07-12 14:33:53 · 10 answers · asked by bombshellimage 1

the range has three poles black /white /red . Plug has 1 wire nuetral so i would go to white ,other 2 wires both gray no colors or tag can i put them on red/ black w/o a problem does it matter ,

2007-07-12 13:21:18 · 7 answers · asked by brian h 1

Which is better?
Would an open window, or windows, and a fan be the same thing as using a window fan? or would it be better/worse?

2007-07-12 12:15:55 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Okay; My sister has had her waterbed for like 7 years, and shes sick of it now ["it is SO uncomfortable"] so its now my job to drain it.
We've lost the directions, and I know it involves a hose.

Ive hooked the hose on, and ive tried pushing on the bed, sucking the end of the hose untill water came out, and that works for like 10 seconds then stops.

How do I drain it?

2007-07-12 08:35:43 · 5 answers · asked by Paris 2

2007-07-12 06:50:02 · 8 answers · asked by curious r 1

What I wanted to do is the following... I want to drill a hole through the bathroom flooring, plug an extension cord in the outlet in the basement, and cut the other side so it is open wires, then buy a new outlet and wire that too the open wires on the extension cord. How should I do it? Any suggestions would be good. Thank You

2007-07-12 06:09:10 · 10 answers · asked by bosco_industries 2

2007-07-12 05:55:56 · 9 answers · asked by regina b 1

These are cups like one would use in camping-I think of them as cowboy cups. If theres a bit of chipping-its ok as I want them to look used-even rusted in places-so I'll probablt try and chip some. I've got an extra to play with but was wondering what type of drill bit to use? Just a "metal" one? THANKS!

2007-07-12 05:51:09 · 6 answers · asked by ARTmom 7

I have a tub and shower doors and I HATE the shower doors. They are ugly and I just feel restricted when I'm showering, so I want to remove them. My mom thinks that the doors will be better to prospective buyers if I go to sell in the future. I say it doesn't make a diff. Do you think that will make a diff in the value of the home, I know bathrooms are big focal points when selling a home? I really hate them, but I don't want to do anything damaging. If I can remove them, any tips on how? Thanks!

2007-07-12 02:15:34 · 8 answers · asked by ihaveahugecrush 2

In the big box stores I see Dewalt and other brand 70-100 piece drill bit sets for good prices. If I'm using a Makita should I search for Makita bits or would any brand bit work the same?

2007-07-12 02:00:00 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

i'm having an investigatory project and its all about making tiles out of broken glass and rice hull. help me pls.

2007-07-12 00:38:50 · 4 answers · asked by Lyrad 2

they flies everywhere and every time i put down a drink they are in it. ive tryed fly ribbons but the still wont work

2007-07-11 22:39:45 · 9 answers · asked by diablo11boy 2

I have tryed several bee and general purpose insecticides but nothing seems to phase these carpenter bees. Can anyone offer a solution?

2007-07-11 18:44:11 · 5 answers · asked by Tim G 1

How can I do a temporary quick fix on sqeaky stairs while waiting to finish the basement reno? I will be replacing them, but not right away. I have open acsess to the underside of the risers. It is all open at the moment. I just need to quiet the annoying noise.

2007-07-11 17:31:08 · 6 answers · asked by Marla ™ 5

but it doesn't tell me how much to use. This is what it says:

Light cleaning (mopping) 128:1
Spray and Wipe 32:1
Laundry Pre-treat 32:1
General Purpose cleaner 32:1
hEAVY dUTY cleaning (garage patio) 10:1
degreaser cleaner 4:1


I have 1 gallon of this stuff. Could you please help me with what they mean by 32:1, ect.

Thanks

2007-07-11 16:59:47 · 5 answers · asked by Peggy Pirate 6

For our dining room and kitchen we have all tile, and we have rolling chairs and they have been scrapping off the color of the tile and there are shoe marks. Is there a way to make your tile looking new or do i have to get the room's floor all redecorated again?.

2007-07-11 16:27:08 · 2 answers · asked by Hadassah R 2

I know it sounds silly, but you know I have three children and the current towel rack only holds two of their bath towels, so does anyone have three children and has run into this situation? Do you have any creative ways to decorate the bathroom rather than just hanging another bar? thanks.

2007-07-11 16:16:37 · 7 answers · asked by motherofthree 2