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Two cups of white vinegar in a gallon of warm water. Sponge-mop the solution onto a small area of the floor and then dry the area completely with a towel. (Mo...
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Help! Removing Plaster Dust from Hardwood Floors
I've just had the unfortunate experience of having a contractor plaster and sand a room without closing it off and covering the floor. There is now a fine laye...
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updated 5 months ago by BV025023
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Thanks, Erik. Actually, it seems that the only replacement part is the Fluidmaster flapper and seat. There are two problems now besides the loose flapper/seat (wh...
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answersupdated almost 17 years ago by marcwd
Not sure what's considered "one piece"
The watertank is attached to the wall behind. Below the tank is a short "sleeve" of porcelain which no doubt contains the water pipe for the toilet bowl below. ...
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answersupdated almost 17 years ago by marcwd
Lonny; more info needed, same toilet
Looking inside the toilet last night, I discovered that the water valve doesn't always close completely (very slight water noise which disappears when I lift the ...
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answersupdated almost 17 years ago by marcwd
Gas Boiler - Repair or Replace?
I just purchased an older home (1925) which has a gas-fired boiler for steam heat. The home inspector showed that the low-water cutoff valve isn't working. He als...
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answersThanks; will try another Fluidmaster
Thanks very much, Lonny. I'm not inclined to try to go back to the original ball and wire assembly. I simply thought there was something incorrect in the inst...
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answersupdated almost 17 years ago by marcwd
Concerned that problem would return
Thanks for the response. Yes, now that you mention the name Fluidmaster I know I've seen these flapper/seal assemblies at the home supply stores. However, I...
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answersupdated almost 17 years ago by marcwd
Need Help with Older Toilet Repair
I recently bought an older home (1925) and have a problem with a toilet. I'm not sure of the age of the toilet, but I estimate it to be at least some decades old....
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answersupdated over 16 years ago by erik peterson
