Do It Yourself (DIY) - September 2007

2007-09-25 08:59:59 · 4 answers · asked by kimba2099 1

I have a fan that met it's maker with my vacuum cleaner. I would like to rewire the plug, but I am trying to use two different pieces of wire. I have the main wire coming out of the fan, and another piece that I had laying around. Both cables are rated the same, but neither has any additional insulation aside from the cable itself. I was wondering if the printed side of the cable goes to the other printed side of the cable, or am I going to burn my house down? Any help would be appreciated! Thanks.

2007-09-25 08:45:08 · 4 answers · asked by crikfromcincy 2

Hi, I want to extend a plastered blockwork wall, I cant take any blocks out to key into it, what's the best way to connect to the end of it ? A wall starter kit or some other method ?

2007-09-25 08:38:15 · 5 answers · asked by giltedge69 2

Can anyone tell me how much an average bricklayer charges to lay standard concrete blocks 300mm cavity wall construction. Its for a garage and I supply all materials so its for labour only. Any advice much appreciated.

2007-09-25 08:11:57 · 1 answers · asked by Tony Carboni 1

I have a 320amp meter base and will be running a 200amp service in my basement and a 100amp service in a detached garage. What is the best way to wire this, should I junction the wire coming into the main box and run a smaller wire to the garage or should I run both directly from the meter base?

2007-09-25 07:52:36 · 4 answers · asked by kingsokc 1

2007-09-25 07:06:13 · 9 answers · asked by snowfloat71 1

Can you lay down those adhesive floor tiles on top of existing tiles? If so, what kind of prep do you need to do to make sure they stick properly. I'm not sure what type of tiles are in place now, but they are similiar to the types used in schools and other institutions. Very cheap, flexible, and bland. I want to lay something down in place of them, but don't want to rip them up. Is that possible? Thanks!

2007-09-25 06:56:28 · 10 answers · asked by Vbonics 6

My friend's dogs have scratched the wall near the door(everytime they want to be let out).They are made of brick and cement.Now they are all rough and no matter how many times she repaints, the same thing happens the very next day.
What is a permanent cheap and easy fix for this?

2007-09-25 06:56:14 · 7 answers · asked by C0TintheACT! 2

2007-09-25 05:37:02 · 11 answers · asked by john t 1

My moms house has been leaking water in the basement for years. I fixed all the leaks but I'm wondering if there's a way of checking for mold it smells damp and I just want to make sure without calling in somebody?

2007-09-25 05:30:42 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hello, the house we just moved has a concrete step/stoop going from the garage back door to the backyard. It is not very big. It has sunk into the ground. It is not attached to the house. It is in good condition, but needs to be raised. Is there a way to just raise it back up to the level of the garage back door again without it sinking again? Do I have to make another one? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you in advance.

2007-09-25 05:02:27 · 7 answers · asked by subzerobears 2

k - my sink has been slow for awhile, it now takes upward of 2 hours to drain a sink full? I know, I know Draino would HELP, but what is the next step - besides plumber. Don’t want to call plumber cause of cost... could anyone tell me what that would run, if that is the best route?

HELP

2007-09-25 04:45:59 · 8 answers · asked by kub2 4

Can anyone assist with the above? if there is an opening window in the space where an indoor toilet is to be installled, does it still require mechanical ventilation (that is, a fan)

2007-09-25 04:11:10 · 10 answers · asked by busterdomino 4

for a substitute for wall tiles

2007-09-25 04:09:55 · 2 answers · asked by GEORGE M 1

it is showing the worst on the grooves that make up the natural imperfections in the wood. it almost looks like soap scum.

It is equal over all the cabinets; It is not just near the stove.

2007-09-25 03:53:29 · 2 answers · asked by cheezelord 2

this is a campbell hausfeld

2007-09-25 03:41:43 · 1 answers · asked by The bob 2

I was looking at a play yard that is 18.5 square feet but I want to know how much room will that take up in my living room? If it said 5 ft by 5 ft for example then I could understand. Please help. Thanks

2007-09-25 02:22:29 · 9 answers · asked by loislane 2

I want to make an ottoman out of large plastic containers. How can I uppolster them to make it less of an eye sore?

2007-09-25 02:21:39 · 3 answers · asked by annazoer 2

2007-09-25 02:09:30 · 10 answers · asked by louise k 1

2007-09-25 01:24:19 · 9 answers · asked by stylestealth 2

2007-09-25 01:08:32 · 13 answers · asked by Mike P 1

cover furniture with vinyl upholstery

2007-09-25 00:35:52 · 2 answers · asked by RYAN D 1

I don't know much about DIY and don't have much time to do it in, is it a tricky job?!

2007-09-25 00:26:18 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've had to peel away loose paint off a wall and have ended up taking off several layers going back years. Now I have a one foot square patch 1mm deep to 'fill'. Tetrion and the like only recommnd themselves where the depth is at least 3mm. Therefore my question, is skimming plaster the answer and can I can a small bag of the stuff?

2007-09-24 23:55:53 · 8 answers · asked by Rickyboy 2

It's for a class project and its about making instruments from bamboo and nothing else. If you have some ideas or actually know how to make one that sounds right please answer. Thanks.

2007-09-24 22:48:54 · 4 answers · asked by kenneth14 2

My electric ceiling fan has a built-in, 3-speed regulator and it is still in good working condition. I have recently noticed that the top speed is not so fast as it used to be. Please advise me whether I could replace the existing regulator with a higher power capacitor in order to increase the speed.

2007-09-24 21:50:04 · 6 answers · asked by Sunrise 1

i dun want to use my finger nails to scratch it out, will spoil my books.

2007-09-24 20:58:51 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I stupidly placed the THICK ceramic bathroom shelves directly under the shower and of course they are always full of water. Is it possible to drill a hole through the ceramic shelf without cracking/breaking the whole thing I wonder, so that the surplus water can run through? AND IF SO, would I use a drill head for metal?

2007-09-24 20:54:51 · 7 answers · asked by 48yearsold 1

I'm looking for a regular dishwasher, but with a front panel made of glass. It would be really cool too if the glass changed colors and then by color you knew the dishes were clean or dirty. *off in my own little world, sorry* So, if you have ever come across the possibly non-existent machine, please let me know. I've already ordered my gemini oven- I am sooooo thrilled. Thanks for any and all suggestions. :)

2007-09-24 19:02:22 · 7 answers · asked by Catherine S 1

what is the name i would like to search the web to find it at the best deal. Thanks. oh yea i think its supposed to be4 wires and the trailer has 220 stove and washer dryer hook ups and a gas fernace.

2007-09-24 17:49:29 · 5 answers · asked by donald g 1