Do It Yourself (DIY) - September 2007

i am going to be insulating the bedroom wall of my condo. i am wondering if i should simply add on to the existing wall or build a new wall parallel to it. if i build onto the wall, i will have foam between the wall and the new 2x4 frame and drywall. if i float the wall, i will leave about 6 inches between both, place foam between the 2x4 frame of the floating wall, and finish both sides of it with drywall.

which method would be the best? also, what other tips can you offer in regards to really blocking sound from my neighbor's bedroom?

2007-09-16 18:30:34 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

Where my cement patio meets the house is a crack, the house is brick. The crack is about 1/4 inch wide and the length of the patio.

2007-09-16 18:28:57 · 5 answers · asked by Mrs. Fuzzy Bottoms 7

I need to patch a section of my carpet. The size I need to patch is 2 feet by 1 1/2 feet. I will be patching just a few inches from the wall/front door. Here's my questions:

1. Will the patch job be noticeable at all or will it blend in to the other carpet?

2. Will the replaced carpet piece be loose or need stretched?

3. What if the carpet I am patching doesn't exactly match because my current carpet is used and the patch will be brand new?

I've never done this before so any advice for a first timer would be awesome! Thanks!

2007-09-16 16:39:14 · 5 answers · asked by stardust23716 3

I have a rental cabin and I need to know how to hook a 15 minute timer to the propane fireplace so the guests dont leave it on and run all the propane out.

2007-09-16 16:34:44 · 2 answers · asked by ericthompson_ems 1

2007-09-16 16:22:20 · 3 answers · asked by randall 1

I was recently mugged and am worried the attackers will come to my home because I fought back since they have my id among other things. What are the rates for home security systems and which is the best???

2007-09-16 15:23:12 · 8 answers · asked by 0000000000000 2

I tried adjusting the ballcock and the little plastic thing that feels like sludge but it still does it? Please dont tell me I need a plumber.

2007-09-16 15:10:28 · 11 answers · asked by Jennifer P 2

Need to get some good advice about electrical wiring. What's the best way to wire from a recepticle. Want to run about 6 feet from recepticle to 2 switches. One goes to patio light; the other to a switch which will control 3 recessed lights. Thinking of running 14/2 from one switch to the recessed lights and then also run the 14/2 between each recessed box (about 3 feet between each box). I want the recessed lights to all rung off of one switch (will use a dimmer for ta switch). What do you thinki is best way to do this. recepticle to swich one, switch one and two connected together, then run switch one to pation light and swith (dimmer) 2 to the first recessed, which will go to second recessed then from second to the third? By the way I'm thinking 14/2 because its connecting to a 15 amp breaker.
Thanks for all your help.

2007-09-16 14:32:35 · 4 answers · asked by oldbridgenj 1

Pleas provide detailed info, a good picture, or both! I NEED to do this on my bro!

2007-09-16 14:12:44 · 3 answers · asked by Becca the Prankster 2

wires are blue,orange,brown, and green

2007-09-16 13:36:26 · 5 answers · asked by jabjak5000 2

I'm trying to replace a kitchen faucet, and am replacing the hot and cold supply lines also. I've got the stainless steel supply lines to replace the old ones. Should I use teflon tape when connecting the new ones? Or plumbers putty? What is the difference? What happens if I don't use anything?

2007-09-16 12:07:29 · 13 answers · asked by arctanx 2

2007-09-16 10:14:09 · 7 answers · asked by tennisldr 1

Wanting to buy a latex mold for a large Christmas tree. Would like mold to be 23" tall or higher. Want to make cement molds for outside. Thanks.

2007-09-16 09:46:30 · 2 answers · asked by craftygreen 2

Well dont know if this girl likes me every time she sees me she looks at me but i dont pay atttenchin and laughs or smiles or something my coussin tolds me

2007-09-16 09:25:48 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

when the guy from the Council came round the house, to fit a handrail in the bathroom, he said he would have to come back as he did not have a mask as the wall was Artexed. was this really necessary as i have fitted a shower rail without realising that Artex actually contained asbestos .............cheers

2007-09-16 09:14:02 · 10 answers · asked by malcy1112000 1

I am not going to stay in my studio for longer than 1 year. Because of varnish they put, everything that touches it, like chairs, tables, scratch the finish, and it's awful to look at. I don't want to spend so much because I did already spent a lot to get this. What should I do? A wooden floor is nice even without a varnish as long as it does not scratch. Any suggestion? Thanks.

2007-09-16 09:06:33 · 7 answers · asked by cridecar 1

I have over the past few years let a steep grassy bank behind my house grow wild. The wild flowers are great but now I am realizing the burdock bushes have taken over. I really want to get rid of them, but how? I tried cutting them but there just too many. Some of them are huge.

2007-09-16 08:51:33 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I know of http://www.fremi.com/ which is REALLY good, but are there others out there which anyone knows of, I'd like multiple point of views before I do any remodeling

2007-09-16 08:51:18 · 3 answers · asked by DIY_Handiman 1

we have a 59" opening in our bathroom for a tub. Rather than move the wall, I was wondering if I could just cut a new whirpool tub to the correct size, providing I don't cut any of the jet lines. I am concerned with rusting, so I am not sure if it is a good idea or not

2007-09-16 08:21:16 · 7 answers · asked by firemed1228 2

year long is the brand name.it's made in taiwan
please help

2007-09-16 07:56:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-16 07:38:47 · 2 answers · asked by leechan007 1

2007-09-16 07:35:21 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-16 07:24:17 · 5 answers · asked by jasmine 1

Hi-

I'm trying to install a dishwasher in an old home and would like some advice. First, I do not have a true ground wire from the switch that will be providing power to the garbage disposal. Outside of having an electrician come in to install a ground wire, my aged but wise uncle suggested I install a "false ground" that essentially connects a neutral jumper wire to the switch's ground, while also connecting the green ground from the disposal to this tab. Does this sound kosher? Any other suggestions?
Also, I'm faced with the choice of installing a receptacle which I can plug the disposal into, while also installing a switch that controls the outlet; or, alternatively, I can just hardwire from the switch to the disposal? What are the benefits/disadvantages (despite the headache of having to install an additional, unnecessary, outlet)?
Thanks so much!

2007-09-16 06:40:31 · 7 answers · asked by booksgalore78 1

a wanna spraypaint some things on my board, will it last in the water??

2007-09-16 06:28:24 · 5 answers · asked by rtyertyret 1

The doorframe to my bedroom has been busted for some time and I would like to repair it so I can lock my door. Do I need to replace the whole thing or can I just do the side where the lock was forced?

2007-09-16 06:19:38 · 2 answers · asked by parrisrose 2

but he keeps digging again. What and how do i get rid of this pesky critter? Fill the hole with poison what brand? Or set traps? thank you

2007-09-16 05:33:44 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I own a mobile home. I have a fuel oil furnace that is shot as far as i am concerned. I want somethign thats going to keep me warm without breaking my budget. I am remodeling and adding all kinda of insulation. What should i get???

2007-09-16 05:30:18 · 6 answers · asked by khakushia 2

My office window is facing north. what is better for the eyes: to put the computer with its back facing the window meaning I am facing the window when using it, or with its back facing one of the walls so I am facing the wall when using it(?) I am not sure because of the light: when facing the window the screen gets less light because it is hiding a portion of the window plus the light is coming from behind it. On the other hand when facing the wall, won't there be glare from the screen due to the light? I guess my question is generally what is more recommended - to put with its back side facing a windoew or facing a wall(?) THANKS.

2007-09-16 04:32:30 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

When I was a child, my neighbor got all moms bread bags because she made weaved plastic rugs to go on the floor. If the bread bags were sunbeam, the rugs were yellow, if they were butternut, the rugs were a blue color. She weaved them by hand. She was very poor, lived in an old house with a big front porch and everyone sat on the portch. I loved to go to her house and sit in the swing. I think its an art that was lost because no one believes in making bread bag rugs anymore. Anyone ever see this done or know how to do it?

2007-09-16 03:48:52 · 4 answers · asked by happydawg 6