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How do I clean a filthy frog pond without hurting the frogs?
Karen Sigel Karen Sigel Answered on Apr 18, 2024

Our recently purchased home has two fish ponds, currently occupied only by frogs, which we enjoy. The ponds are filthy, though, filled with years of leaves, mud, and... See more

1950 Doors
Rose Rose Answered on Apr 16, 2024

I hate these doors. I'm not a carpenter. Was wondering if these would look better painted? What can I do with these door knobs? The plating or whatever is coming off.... See more

How do I tighten the nut on this lamp?
Billy Billy Answered on Apr 16, 2024

I have a lamp that's 1ft 16in long with the opening of the hole at the bottom that's only 2in wide, so how do i tighten up the bottom nut that's on the inside of the ... See more

Is Rub 'n Buff waterproof?
Danielle Segev Danielle Segev Answered on Apr 14, 2024

I've seen some amazing projects on here using gold Rub 'n Buff on faucets and other bathroom fixtures, and I want to try it myself. But do I need to seal it with poly... See more

How do I clean mold and mildew off of my microfiber couch?
Karen Marie Karen Marie Answered on Apr 14, 2024

How do I get rid of mold and mildew on my microfiber couch? Any couch-cleaning tips are appreciated.

How do I get glass beads to stick in cement?
Debra Cunningham Debra Cunningham Answered on Apr 13, 2024

I've seen other people who mix glass beads into cement giving it a jeweled look. It seems when I try to do this, thecement dries and the beads pop out despite having ... See more

How to remove popcorn ceiling with asbestos?
Abby Abby Answered on Apr 13, 2024

I want to remove my popcorn ceiling, but it has asbestos in it. How do I go about this safely?

Should I Put Wood Floors in My Master Bath??
Johnnie L Johnnie L Answered on Apr 13, 2024

We are moving to our forever home in 3 weeks. The space is amazing, but needs major updating. I am aiming for a vintage farmhouse style. I am a junker and a reclaimed... See more

Stained tub grey. HELP!
Amanda Benjamin Amanda Benjamin Answered on Apr 13, 2024

Hi scrubbed my tub with SOS steel wool pad and it left this grey stain. I’m not sure what type of tub I have but I did the magnet test and my magnet stuck to it. An... See more

Can I use scented epsom salts for plants?
Donna Donna Answered on Apr 13, 2024

I've read to use empson salt in your plants, but my question is can I use scented Epsom salts?

Is Creeping Charlie in your lawn a good thing or a bad thing?
Mary Sullivan Mary Sullivan Answered on Apr 12, 2024

Is there a sure-fire way to get rid of Creeping Charley?

Vinyl plank flooring vs pergo (laminate)
Lynn Turnbull Lynn Turnbull Answered on Apr 12, 2024

I currently have stinky dirty carpeting in my living room and I want to replace it with a durable flooring that can stand up to dogs and kids.

Hiding plumbing on floating Vanity
Melissa Monteforte Melissa Monteforte Answered on Apr 12, 2024

I had a contractor install a floating bathroom vanity. Without my prior knowledge the vanity did not fit correctly with the existing plumbing from walls. They insta... See more

What kind of glue should I use to apply glass "pebbles" to glass ...
Jeana U. Womble Jeana U. Womble Answered on Apr 12, 2024

I made a 'gazing ball' from a clear round fishbowl by applying colored glass pebbles, intending to leave it on my screen porch. Super freezing temp's, followed by hu... See more

How can you glue ceramic tile to the bathtub edge?
Hei28609765 Hei28609765 Answered on Apr 12, 2024

Can you glue ceramic tiles on a bathtub edge? if so what kind of adhesive do you use> TYA

How do I make DIY rub 'n buff?
JoAnn Green JoAnn Green Answered on Apr 12, 2024

I wanting to make rub and buff. Looking for recipes

Rub-n-Buff help!
KrysFL KrysFL Answered on Apr 12, 2024

So I used silver rub-n-buff and 'painted' the stain glass metal on the interior side of my front door. It turned out okay but now I would like to remove it and go bac... See more

Can I paint my gold tone shower door metal?
Jean Jean Answered on Apr 12, 2024

We are looking to sell our home, built in 1996 when gold tone was hot. Now, we are told that our shower door and faucets are outdated. I hate to spend money on new do... See more

How do I keep washi tape from peeling?
Starlitmagi Starlitmagi Answered on Apr 12, 2024

Hello all! This past mothers day I made all my mom friends/family a gift with washi tape. I used a pre cut piece of wood in the shape of a heart, applied washi tape, ... See more

How do I protect my washi tapes from peeling?
Namaya Namaya Answered on Nov 14, 2022

Hi there, Im new here, Iam an active journaler and today I found my second washi tape that I can throw away.. :( Before using the washi tape, it doesnt come off easil... See more

Is washi tape removable?
Ilene Ilene Answered on Apr 12, 2024

Is it removable? Will it leave tape residue?

How far should tile go in a shower area above a tub??
Gregory Hamilton Gregory Hamilton Answered on Apr 12, 2024

I have to replace this board with waterproof stuff. I want to then tile the enclosure. How far should the tile go- up to where the edge of the tub is? I would think t... See more

Can I replace a bidet with a shower stall?
Dee Hollin Dee Hollin Answered on Apr 12, 2024

I have a bidet in a small bathroom that has floor to ceiling tiles. Is it possible to remove the bidet and turn it into a curbless shower stall area?

Why does my washer smell like fish?
Sarah Sarah Answered on Apr 11, 2024

I've noticed a fishy smell coming from my washing machine. What is the reason for this and how can I clean my washer to get rid of the odor?

Easiest way to remove linoleum glue from concrete?
Winks74 Winks74 Answered on Apr 11, 2024

Linoleum has been down since 1970 and is adhered to the concrete subfloor. We've tried boiling water with zero luck and a chemical remover that Home Depot carried to... See more