Leveling low grade spots in lawn
You can sprinkle soil onto the low spots and then with the back of a garden rake, work the soil down between the blades of grass. This is the slow...
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over 10 years by mark208
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Finishing Pine
I use the water based formulation of a product called "Vlecto Varathane". It is somewhat pricey, but hardly changes the color of wood at all.
over 10 years by mark208
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Raising stairway ceiling
The rise and run of the steps could be causing the problem. If your run (the part that you step on) is more than 8 inches, then you could possibly...
over 10 years by mark208
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Bathroom light
Did you reset the breaker or change the fuse? If so then the new fixture is either not wired correctly or the switch may be damaged (not likely).
over 10 years by mark208
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Doorbells - adding a 2nd chime
There is an add on available that does not require running additional wire. You simply connect a transmitter to the existing chime and plug in the...
over 10 years by mark208
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Leak around bathroom ceiling fan
You may have one of two problems. 1. Your roof may be leaking where the bathroom vent exits, or 2. if you are in a cold climate, you may be gettin...
over 10 years by mark208
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Craftsman garage door opener
I would sugget referring to the owners manual. There may be a different set-up required other than the standard "learn" feature on Garage door ope...
over 10 years by mark208
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Chimney repair
I have a chimney that has 4 large stone pieces at the top that make up the cap. The problem is that the mortar has deteriorated and 1 of the piece...
over 10 years by mark208
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central air system
As you already have the duct work in place as a result of having forced air heating, it is a simple matter to have a contractor install the air con...
almost 11 years by mark208
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Opaque "Architectural" windows for bath
Actually the texture that you're looking for is translucent. This allows light to pass through but does not allow shapes to be seen.
almost 11 years by mark208
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Electrical wire
Any advice on the benefit of solid versus stranded wire or if each has a specific application. I will be replacing some of the wiring in my home b...
over 10 years by Bazooka
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Chimney modification
I recently had a direct vent furnace installed. It replaced an old one that went into my chimney which is brick with a clay liner. My hot water h...
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genie garage door opener that won't open
Garage door openers have a "pressure switch" that determine how much force is required to raise and lower the door. It is possible that these swit...
almost 11 years by mark208
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window air conditioning cooling problem
I do not have information regarding your room air conditioners, however, you can install central air if you have hydronic heating. The unit is cal...
almost 12 years by mark208
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HVAC sizing
I am replacing my HVAC (forced air) system and I am getting different sizing requirements from contractors. Does anyone know where I can find out ...
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