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How can I raise the height of this vanity?
Christine Anne Christine Anne Answered on Apr 07, 2024

I bought this lovely antique piece, but it's too short for an average adult. Can I safely add castors to the bottom of the feet or might they split? Any other ideas t... See more

Cleaning old aluminum pots/pans set
Lynn Lynn Answered on Apr 07, 2024

I have my mother's Wearever aluminum pots/pans set she received when she married. This April they will be 68 years old. It is the best set that I have ever seen. I u... See more

Can washi tape be used on furniture and sealed with a top coat?
Kellie Rapking Burnette Kellie Rapking Burnette Answered on Apr 07, 2024

I want to use on a table top and then seal it. Has anyone done anything like this? Will the tape maintain it's integrity and color?

How do I soften burlap coffee bean sacks?
Paula Harris Paula Harris Answered on Apr 06, 2024

We just bought 12 burlap coffee bean sacks and they are so scratchy. We want to make table toppers or table cloths. Also if you have any suggestions for how to use ... See more

Ideas for reworking our full size headboard to our new king size bed??
Bbe2004690 Bbe2004690 Answered on Apr 06, 2024

We have a head and foot board from a full size bed. We want to somehow put the two pieces together to make a King size headboard. We don't need a foot board any more.... See more

Bamboo in a barrel?
Brandon Browning Brandon Browning Answered on Apr 06, 2024

I'd like to add some bamboo flair to our front yard. Being in wine country, I'd like to see if it's possible to grow bamboo in a wine barrel. Will the bamboo get too ... See more

How do I remove stains from a white plastic sink drain?
Mary Mary Answered on Apr 06, 2024

Purchased a new sink drain and stopper. The part where the stopper fits into is white plastic. It is stained from tea, spaghetti sauce etc. I have tried full strength... See more

Help me overcome my fear of drills!
Hillela G. Hillela G. Answered on Apr 06, 2024

I'm getting a drill for as a birthday present I'm really excited, but I'm also concerned. I have a bit of a fear of power tools.What are your best safety tips for han... See more

Tip: Get rid of the dreaded ring in the toilet!
Teresa Seeger-Gesser Teresa Seeger-Gesser Answered on Apr 06, 2024

Easy Peasy to get rid of! Next time you visit your local Dollar store - pick up a pumice stone ( normally used on your feet to remove unsightly rough skin ) Be sure t... See more

Southern Traditions: Why Did My Grandmas Sweep Their Yards?
Hibiscus House Hibiscus House Answered on Apr 06, 2024

My question as I watched these grandparents was always, "Why are you sweeping your yards, and why is there no grass around your house?" We have grass around ours.

Chalk wax over semi gloss
Judy Wills Chaperon Young Judy Wills Chaperon Young Answered on Apr 05, 2024

I have painted a desk with latex semi gloss paint and wondered if I could use the wax for the chalk paint on the semi gloss and if so, what would the finish look like... See more

Do colors have to coordinate for bedroom and bathroom?
Michelle Michelle Answered on Apr 04, 2024

I recently got overzealous and bought a shower curtain, towels and rug for my bathroom in a totally different color than I planned on doing in the actual bedroom. Doe... See more

How do I sound proof my bedroom wall next to the bathroom?
Lolly Lolly Answered on Apr 04, 2024

My bedroom wall joints to the bathroom and I can hear everyone using the toilet it’s making me sick. I already bought some sound proof sponge for the wall but it’... See more

How do you remove stain from interior doors?
Marie DeWees Marie DeWees Answered on Apr 04, 2024

I have many six panel interior doors that I would like to restain a lighter color. How do I remove the old stain?

How can I update my 80's bedroom furniture set?
Kristen Koors Kristen Koors Answered on Apr 04, 2024

My grandparents gave me an 80s bedroom set that I want to repurpose for my 13 year old daughter. Has anyone updated large bulky oak furniture with a golden honey stai... See more

Should the color of a bedroom closet match the bedroom walls or what?
Susan Susan Answered on Apr 04, 2024

I painted my bedroom aqua but need to know if the closet walls should match or be white so as not to clash with clothes.

How do you remove the stain from a sweet red pepper from a white cotto
Hel15164945 Hel15164945 Answered on Apr 03, 2024

How do you remove the stain from a sweet red pepper on a white cotton blouse?

What should I do with this great old vintage 50's bedroom furniture?
Susan Mortimer Susan Mortimer Answered on Apr 03, 2024

I inherited this great vintage dresser and marching chest that my parents got when they were 1st married. I plan to use it- it is extremely well built. Buy. the blo... See more

How do you remove a dark water stain from a "blonde" hard wood floor?
Cli18435265 Cli18435265 Answered on Apr 03, 2024

Would like to know how to restore hardwood floors without sanding? I have a "blonde" hardwood floor that has a dark water stain and I would like to repair it quickly ... See more

Remove heavy rust stain from our well water from house siding?
The22202367 The22202367 Answered on Apr 03, 2024

We watered our garden from our well water (we don't drink the water) and it made a heavy rust stain on our siding. We have bacterial iron in the water. Is there a s... See more

How to kill poison ivy but not kill English Ivy?
Becky Rowland Becky Rowland Answered on Apr 03, 2024

I have English ivy around the base of my tree. Recently found poison ivy growing in with the English Ivy. I want to get rid of poison ivy but not kill out the Englis... See more

What can you do with old dishwasher racks?
Cat Hopson Cat Hopson Answered on Apr 01, 2024

Does anyone have any ideas on what can be created with old dishwasher racks?

How can I repurpose spray can lids?
TeeBea TeeBea Answered on Apr 01, 2024

I have several plastic lids from spray paint and aerosol cans that I want to do some sort of mid century modern wall/art piece. Or perhaps a mid century decor item bu... See more