| Decorating & Remodeling |
| What would be the central space in my home for feng shui? |
fengshui do not work that way. there are many concepts in fengshui. meaning many ways of doing things.
one concept is flying stars. it says that the area (of the house) is divided into 8 directi... |
| What is the best way to mount wonderboard ontop of concrete? |
Use an adhesive that binds concrete. You probably want to avoid screws because the two materials could expand and contract differently and cause splitting in the tile you set. The adhesive should... |
| II Is there a web site where I can do a virtual remodeling and addition for my home? |
Hi, I found one out of several sites that give you a virtual remodel...
check this one out: ... |
| Where can I get some ideas and pics for room makeovers? |
I'd begin by clipping room ideas from magazines and putting in a folder.
Check out magazines online, such as ... |
| How would you form an end to a plastered wall? |
If you are talking about the edge of the wall than you need corner bead which is nailed or screwed to the wall stud and you mud over it 3 to 4 progressively larger coats ... |
| What is the best way to paint a horizontal panel fence? |
Did mine last summer - very dark brown and other side was light. Had to do it with a brush. ... |
| My mom is telling me to pick a theme for my new bedroom so that we can start buying new things..any ideas? |
So many!
Animals - whatever is your fave - cats, penguins, bears, etc.
Cities like New York, Paris, London
Dancing - ballet, tango, Broadway posters
Fantasy - fairies, mermaids, dragons... |
| How do you get rid of cigarette odors when repainting a room? |
I doubt if the tobacco odor is from the freshly painted walls, more likely from the carpet and any fabric items in the room. Throw pillows, sofa, chairs and drapes. Fabric really holds that smoke s... |
| How do I install a TV in a room to view what's going on in the other room of the same building? |
You can buy a simple closed circuit camera at a sams club, large hardware store etc. Dont buy on ebay. Make sure it has a microphone built in, most do. It hooks up to almost any tv. as long as u ha... |
| How can I make my carpet look new without it getting professionally cleaned? |
If you cannot revive the look of your carpet, you might consider a large rug. Try stores like thrift stores like Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc. It's amazing what you can find in those stores... |
| Can I just paint partsof a wall at different times? |
you can paint it at different times but it's gonna show for sure. so,it's like you'll have a slight variation in the colour. may just look pretty.try it. ... |
| Who makes really good white carpet? |
Any flooring retailer....Shaw carpets makes a couple of styles that have white. You can also check their site for a dealer in your area.
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| Where to buy best leather sofa sets? |
Look for natural top grain cowhide.
Ashley has some nice stuff if you like sofas that recline. I have recently been shopping their leather sofas.
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| What kind of paint would you use to paint a heater vent? |
Cheapest is engine laquer or engine enamel from your local auto shop. Spray or brush. Range of colours. ... |
| How much do materials cost to build a house that would sell for approx 500,000$ range? |
Ask Camilla Soprano. She'll do you house building project no worries.
Seriously.. go in to it with as much inforamtion as you can.. to try and avoid pitfalls. And good luck. ... |
| How can i get rid of paint lines when painting a room? |
i would give it another coat of paint, if you cut in with a paint brush this always goes on thicker than a roller.
in future when painting, cut in one wall at a time, then you can blend the paint ... |
| How do I keep paint on plastic (i.e bottles, picture frames, etc.)( without chipping or peeling off? |
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| What is the best colors to use for a kitchen? |
yellow, red are horrible colors for your kitchen anything you find in fast food resturants is a no no it makes you eat more I want a white kitchen or even a light green kitchen look at the food net... |
| What is the best way to prep a wall for painting? |
Just wipe the walls down with a damp cloth. You do not even need a solution on the cloth. Do not wash them, as this will get into the paint, and take longer to dry. All you are wanting in wiping... |
| What is the best shower head? I need one that mixes hot/cold water & that has different pressures but is cheap |
Get a waterpik. ... |
| Any tips on how I could decorate my small room to look bigger and clutter-free? |
Use lots of baskets to store your stuff in. Or, round decorator tables with table cloths offer hideaway storage. You could paint one wall a striking color that coordinates with the other three w... |
| Where can I find stencils for painting a sports team logo on a wall? |
Find the logo in a sports magazine, take it to KINKO and have the blow it up to the size you want using a heavier grade paper, trim the paper and, voila! A nice stencil! ... |
| How do you frame a cantilevered bump out window on a house with a slab floor? |
You are probably going to have to have a footing poured. Contact your local building inspector and find out if you can use pier footings to support the framing or if it needs to be a solid wall foo... |
| What kind of wallcover is good to put around a cooking stove? |
If you can install ceramic tile, that would be best and looks attractive and is easy to clean. Another option is tin/aluminum or copper - like they used to use on old fashioned tin ceilings. Thos... |
| What household cleaner is good to wash the walls before I start painting? |
TSP - you can find it in the hardward or food stores. It takes off grease and makes the walls ready for the new paint. Follow the directions for prepping the walls on the box. This is what paint... |
| Is it a must to strip paint outside before painting? |
only if it's flaking or chipping off already. If it seems to be intact and not drippy or chipped etc, it's fine to paint over it. You should clean it though, and if it's glossy it sh... |
| How long does a Yankee Candle scent last on a warmer? |
Dont use the warmer. I did with my Yankee candle, it took hours for the wax to burn enough to produce a scent, and each time you want to use it, you start over, leaving it melt for many hours befor... |
| How much does it cost to put in wood floors? |
10,000 is WAY too much!!
go to www.lumberliquidators.com
you can get laminate wood from around .78 cents a sq foot, and BellaWood (real wood) from around 2.99 a sq foot. Both are really simp... |
| What is the hardware called that holds a screw in drywall? |
they are called anchors. you put them in like a regular screw and the your screw goes in the anchor. go to your hardware store and tell them what you need them for and theyll give you the right kin... |
| Where can i find a VERY comfortable computer chair with very good support for your back? |
I'll have to say that my favorite place is Staples. They have chairs specifically deisgned for lumbar support, and they last a super long time. You can usually get a deal too without going ove... |
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