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Trisha R

Colorado Springs, CO
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  • Rustic "Cowboy Cooler" made from furring strips and reclaimed fencing 3
  • 2x2 furring strip frame. A piece of threaded PVC extends the drain for the spigot.
  • Inside shot of the cooler.
  • Attaching the facing and the pre-drilled spigot piece.
  • Finished side.
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DIY Cowboy Cooler

I was in love with the look of a rustic cooler for our patio, but was turned off by the high prices. So my husband and I took an old cooler apart and built our own! The base is held by a ...»
2x2 frame, covered in reclaimed fence posts found by the curb. We attached a spigot to the drain hole in the cooler for drainage, used an antler shed for the handle, and added a bottle opener for decoration. It was so easy, and only $30 in supplies (since we had the cooler and fence wood on hand). You can check out the full step-by-step tutorial on my blog ( http://www.killerbdesigns.com/rustic-cooler-... ) to see how to make your own! It's a great addition to our back porch, and was so easy to make.

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  • Stone leftover from another project and three galvanized trash can lids become a bird bath grouping! Another of my "use what you have" ventures! More pictures and directions at http://ourfairfieldhomeandgarden.com 3
  • Start by building a base. Add one level at a time while keeping it fairly level. This takes a few tries to keep it level and sturdy. 1
  • When the stacked stone is the height desired, add the galvanized lid. One down and two more to go!
  • The lids I had were different sizes so I made the bases larger or smaller to fit the lid. Also vary the heights to add interest.
  • Here's the tallest one filled and ready for customers!
  • Save out some stone to put in the top of each lid as a landing place for birds, to keep the lid in place if a larger bird or squirrel comes calling and for looks!
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Stacked Stone Bird Baths

Stone leftover from another project and three galvanized trash can lids become a bird bath grouping! Another of my "use what you have" ventures. More pictures and directions on http://ourfairfieldhomeandgarden.com

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Barb Rosen Wilmington, DE
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    Love this! ...»

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Gardening: Anyone know the name of this flower?

Yesterday after the landscapers finished clearing the back of our lot, this flower was left standing all by itself. Does anyone know what it is? It is along at the top of the over 2 foot stem, but I believe I can see another unopened bud about 1/2 way down.
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LouAnne S Antioch, CA
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    Commented on Apr 20, 2012
    Looks like milk weed stem and leaves.
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Home Maintenance & Repairs: Soft spot on floor of tub -- when do I worry?

My master bath has a jacuzzi whirlpool "majora". No jets, so no access panel. I've noticed a 'soft' spot on the tub floor about 3" round. I cannot see it with my eyes-- its that shallow. ...»
But i can feel it with the ball of my foot, or my hand. I just bought the house 4 months ago. There are no visible cracks, and no water damage to the floor underneath (it's over a second bathroom).

I can't figure out what it could be. Also I can't access it-- there's my kitchen shared wall on one side and a linen closet on the other. My bf tells me not to worry but I am worried about water damage that I cannot see...

So, is it time to call a pro? And which type of pro do I call?

Thanks all.

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Krissy C Seattle, WA
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    Commented on Apr 16, 2012
    I would ask a plumber. They should be able to give an idea of what it is- It could be one of ...»
    two things, water damage or when they installed the tub, the concrete they put under it for support may have had a bubble of air that didn't fill in- thus leaving a small unsupported spot. Either way just keep an eye on it..

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