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Household Hints
This category contains questions relating to all the odd or unusual problems that occur during everyday life. These are primarily how-to's or fix it issues pertaining to household tasks.
1,297 Questions
Where can I find a Benjamin Moore paint store around Altoona PA 16602?
Since you have submitted your question via the Internet I assume you have access to a computer. Just Google Benjamin Moore. On their site there is a store locator. You can enter your zip code and receive locations near you. I just did this and there are 7 locations listed for your zip code. You could also use the Yellow Pages of the telephone book to find a store near you.
How do you remove old paint off vent covers?
How old is the paint??
If it is very old, chances are that you will not be able to remove it without spending an awful lot of time, and probably ruining the finish that you are trying to clean the paint off of in the first place.
Here is a trick that I used to use when I had my small remodelling company. Remove the vent covers or grilles and spray paint them with a good quality enamel from a spray can, then reinstall them. Don't forget to clean them thoroughly first!
While the vent cover is off, paint the wall.
If you really want to do something snappy, some Benjamin MOore stores will mix a special color paint in a spray can for you. We used to have them make up colors that matched accent colored walls, or grilles that were on walls that we wallpapered.
Remember to paint the screw heads too if you do this. (get a cardboard box and poke a couple small holes in one side....push the screws through the holes and it will hold the screw heads up while you paint them)
Make sure that you give the newly painted vent cover or grille PLENTY of time to dry before you try to reinstall. Do not use masking tape over the freshly painted metal for at least a few days. If you need to do touch-ups, like for the screw heads that you damage because you try to re-install them too soon, you can take a small paper cup or lid to something, and spray some of the paint into the cup. Then while the paint is still liquid in the cup, use a Q-Tip to dab it on the screw heads.
How do you paint fabric pleated window shades?
You could spray it on but it would completely block out any light.
How do you replace plywood substrate?
The ply ma be replace with modern building material as mdf( midi-um density fiber bord), particle board, calcium silicate board, gypsum board,
hewer above replacement is totally depend on desire finish & actual use
How can you stop oil from foaming when frying chin chin?
Good question, I'm interested in this myself as I know that flour is a fuel and its combination with heat causes this erratic behaviour.
What is the difference between hand-tools and equipment?
The difference is usually that hand-tools usually refers to manual tools. Things such as hammers, wrenches, rachets, that sort of thing. Equipment is usally referring to anything that is powered by either electricity or by a motor off some sort.
Is Fuller's Earth toxic to pets?
No, Fuller's Earth isn't toxic to pets. Specifically, it's a safe, non-toxic, naturally occurring clay that's a popular litter choice by kittens and cats. It's famous for its ability to absorb and deodorize. Additionally, it offers the attraction of the natural colors of the earth from which it comes.
It isn't just the cats that like Fuller's Earth. Domestic dogs, cats and birds find Fuller's Earth a safe, non-toxic, fun way of getting clean through a dust bath.
Are kitchenaid attachments dishwasher safe?
Most are. They might all be. To be sure, check the manual that came with the attachment. All attachments that come standard with the stand mixer are dishwasher safe.
What is best to use to clean wood floors?
I like to mop with murphys oil soap because it deodorizes your home and adds a nice shine to your floors.
Should you use hot or cold water when pouring grease down the drain?
Neither.
Why would you pour grease anywhere except onto absorbent material / cat litter, so that it can be safely disposed of in the garbage bin??
Get an empty can (or 2 or 3) put some litter / newspaper / paper towel / tissues (all preferably USED) in, then carefully pour in the grease.
Try to get the amount of grease proportional to the absorbency of the material, so that you end up with a fairly ''stiff'' canful.
As extra insurance against getting any on the inside of your garbage bin, put it into a plastic bag, and tie off the top.
There are two thoughts regarding grease in the drainage system
1- Old school is to use hot water BUT as the waste cools off down stream the grease deposits will adhere to the internal piping causing a severe reduction in flow
2- New school says use cold water when Jetting the grease will break off in chunks and flow harmlessly down stream as FOG floats
3- Personally I like using cold water to remove grease deposits then use 140 Deg. F to scour the piping to restore full flow as originally designed BUT this takes longer and cost a lot more
Where can I find good quality hybrid mattresses?
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Can you use mineral spirit in your home oil tank?
If you want to blow up the house. Mineral spirits is much more flammable than home heating oil.
What to use to clean up spilled turpentine?
Age of spill is important here, rags if wet will be flammable. CAUTION required! If fumes have dissipated (old spill like leak from container) no really big clean up would be needed, maybe just wipe dissolved dust/dirt with cloth wrung out in warm water with a small quantity of a detergent added.
What household products will kill weeds safely?
Hot water, salt, and vinegar are household products that kill weeds safely. It is important to follow proper procedures since the above-mentioned products are non-target weed killers whose applications may affect desirable and undesirable, non-target and target vegetation in the immediate area. Hot water therefore may be considered the herbicide that offers the most control whereas salt is particularly effective in weed-vulnerable driveway, pavement and sidewalk cracks and crevices.
What is the function of a hem marker?
It draws, or marks, a straight line to show where to follow with your stitches to close up the edges of the clothes that you are making, or repairing.
Why do you freeze a penny in a ice cube tray?
To make it cold?
To win a bar bet that you can hold money in your hand without touching it?
How do you make project of bridge rectifier on breadboard?
how to make a bridge rectifier on breadboard
How do you clean heavy calcium deposits off windows?
Most professional window cleaners just use one drop of Joy dishwashing liquid in a gallon of water. If the deposits are very heavy, adding vinegar (1 cup) or citric acid (2 tablespoons)(available at health food stores) to the mixture will aid in removing lime deposits.
How do you get bingo dauber ink off a painted wall?
i have 3 small children and this is always a problem for me, i havefound the best thing to use is hairspray it gets ink of just about anything, always test a patch first though
The powder may not completely dissolve and cause spots. Either one will dye to the same color. Putting salt in the dye bath will help set the color.
