Do It Yourself (DIY) - July 2007

2007-07-28 09:13:28 · 11 answers · asked by ronvetgirl 2

and the problem is my drill only has a 1/2 inch chuck, i have a brand new sealed hss 3/4 inch bit with a shank of the same diameter. i was hoping to start off with a few pilot holes first 3mm 5.5 7mm then then 10mm then go in with the 3/4. any ideas on how to help? my missus is waiting drill in hand her bestest apron on and cant wait to get started on me first.

2007-07-28 08:37:21 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am going to replace my carpet with tile; and the molding boards will need to be cut to allow the tile to slide underneath. I have a curved wall; and I am afraid to remove the molding board for fear that it will break it. Besides it will not be easy to cut it even if it were off. Is there a tool that will allow me to cut my molding boards without taking them off? The critial issue is that I want a nice clean straight and level cut. Any suggestions are welcomed. Thanks.

2007-07-28 08:24:51 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

my mum wants to make a stained glass window (dont ask why) anyone know where i can get the stuff or she can do a course or something?

2007-07-28 07:16:50 · 7 answers · asked by Tony F 3

How do you prevent iron-on transfers from peeling off fabric?

2007-07-28 06:34:18 · 3 answers · asked by Jenn 3

2007-07-28 05:41:03 · 11 answers · asked by michelle1128_2000 2

Hello-

I'm interested in either making -OR- buying a device I can add to the inside of my front door which allows me to deadbolt it when I leave. The automated deadbolt mechanism would be activated by a remote control and ideally be dual powered (battery & adapter plugged into the wall). I'm looking for a solution that does as little damage to the door as possible and allows me to keep the existing lock & deadbolt.

Basically, a remote control deadbolt that can only be unlocked from inside or with the remote. Thank you!

2007-07-28 05:04:26 · 8 answers · asked by Slacker 3

Bath, shower, toilet and sink is downstairs. Upstairs there are just bedrooms.

Would you consider buying a house like this?

2007-07-28 04:53:49 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-28 04:37:55 · 35 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-28 04:27:16 · 3 answers · asked by Shaun L 1

How much roughly does it cost to fit a small sink and loo into a box room upstairs in a house?

Currently the only bathroom is downstairs.

I have no idea how much it would cost so please give me a rough idea. I can buy a cheap loo and sink its more the rough cost of fitting it and plumbing etc that id need to pay out to get it done. Im located in UK.

2007-07-28 04:19:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm getting a birthday present in stages. I've asked questions, but haven't gotten many answers.

So far, I know that its largest dimension is 18 feet.
It is made of wood.
I was given two router bits that fit together sideways:
______ _______
(______))______(
and when it's finished, it's very valuable.

Can someone tell me what it is?

2007-07-28 04:12:20 · 5 answers · asked by Ben 1

i just want a fine little texture not real heavy but have not really done it before. do i put the mudmon heavy with a roller after watering it down then stomp or what? thanks for all your comments?

2007-07-28 03:30:28 · 7 answers · asked by CHOPPER 2

i drilled 1/2 bore and 1/2 plugs the plugs were too small

2007-07-28 01:47:35 · 4 answers · asked by coolcat31 4

We are tackling the remodel of our bathroom in a house NOT built by a contractor due to the need to replace rotten flooring. The guy who built this house in the 70's cut the floor joist to make room for the toilet piping. We have fixed that and replaced all the damaged subflooring and drywall. The floor is still not level.

Can someone give us the name of a good thin-set compound to pour in the 15 sq ft space to level it?

We have a 50 lb bag of Quik Set self-leveling compound but from the directions, it doesn't sound like what we're looking for but if anyone knows if this can be used as a thin set pour, please let me know. Hubby is worried about weight using this type of compound, is it okay to use?

We have found the other type of compound that you pour but that's another 50 lb bag ($70) and we're trying to conserve on the money. Help would be appreciated.

2007-07-28 00:04:35 · 3 answers · asked by Pax 1

I am trying to fit a bathroom fan through a fused switch.
I have a 1 amp twin and earth wire coming from a junction box in the loft, going to the fused switch, and a 1.5 amp wire (was already in position, used for an old fan, without fused switch) from the switch to the fan. There is power at the load side of the switch, but no power coming from the switch on the supply side. what am I doing wrong ?

2007-07-27 22:35:44 · 10 answers · asked by MICHAEL B 1

2007-07-27 18:02:58 · 2 answers · asked by littlegreenalien 1

i just bought a solar cover for my pool and i have no idea how to use it. do i just put it on top of my pool and wait? for how long? help! i want to get in my pool!

2007-07-27 17:39:37 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Me and my dad need to know how to make a waterfall for a koi pond.

2007-07-27 17:25:56 · 5 answers · asked by masterdiaryboy 2

2007-07-27 17:22:45 · 8 answers · asked by basketball25 2

how to instal marble countertops how do u install them plz help!

2007-07-27 16:29:20 · 6 answers · asked by slavik 1

The people who put the electrical system in my house put all the electrical cords over the joists and rafters, instead of using a hole saw to put the cords through the boards. Now that we own the house, we want to put a floor in the attic. So the electrical cords must be placed lower than the surface of the boards so we don't nail through them, and keep the boards flat. My thought is to cut a notch in the boards, just deep enough to lower the electrical cords below the surface. My concern is whether I will weaken the roof support, or cause any other damage to the house by doing this.

2007-07-27 15:23:08 · 24 answers · asked by Jeanne B 7

Pls. I need your help right now....My cousin went to watch the Mets game and I am staying here in his house...i used his bathroom and the toilet clogged...there's no plunger or wire hangers that i can use...there's no liquid that might remove it as well...any substitute to remove the clog before he arrives...

2007-07-27 15:19:01 · 16 answers · asked by pa3ck 3

2007-07-27 14:54:36 · 5 answers · asked by MBTECH1 1

Im looking for an idea to vamp up cheap flatware for a dinner party Im having. I was wondering if I could purchase cheap flatware and paint it. So far, I can't seem to find a non-toxic paint. I did find one that is considered non-toxic, but it's not approved by the FDA as food safe. If I use that, I'd probably only paint the handles, but I would also like to pain the spoon bowls and fork tines as well. Anyone have any suggestions?

2007-07-27 13:57:59 · 8 answers · asked by asmuki 1

None of my nozzles will stop the misting and they came with the torch.

2007-07-27 13:45:16 · 1 answers · asked by Laptop0887 1

We want to repaint it white or black, is one of those easier than the other? How do we make it look professional? Should we paint? Spraypaint? Glossy? Matte? Does it need to be coated with something after the paint dries? It will be indoors.

2007-07-27 13:27:22 · 3 answers · asked by aniecelinan 2

2007-07-27 13:00:27 · 6 answers · asked by The Naughty Librarian 5

Somebody left a damn can of soda in my car. With the heat, the thing exploted and now ants are crowling all over the place. What's a good way to kill all these ants without spraying insecticide all over the dashboard?

2007-07-27 12:42:29 · 12 answers · asked by Frank V 3

I was wondering how I could make a portable stage (10 ft X 10ft) that could support around 8 people at a time. It needs to be easy to transport and get out of the way, meaning it can't be too heavy, but the platform needs to be made out of wood (preferably)

2007-07-27 12:42:16 · 3 answers · asked by RomoFan09 2