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How do you use washi tape?

Amy P, Hometalk Editor Answered 9 hours ago

Looking for ideas on how to use washi tape for DIY projects and crafts.Do you use it on notebooks, gift wrap, and journal pages?How about decor pieces and organizing ... See more

Is washi tape recyclable?

Sarah Answered 10 hours ago

I'm moving to a new place and taking down my renter-friendly washi tape decor when I thought... wait, isn't this just paper? Can I chuck the washi paper in the recycl... See more

Can you write on washi tape?

Tikva Morrow Answered 10 hours ago

I have some gorgeous translucent washi tape and I want to use it to label items. Has anybody written on washi tape before? If so, what type of pen/ink works best to s... See more

How effective are bay leaves for ants?

Rivka Hellendall Answered 10 hours ago

I'm dealing with a terrible ant infestation, and I heard that bay leaves can be a great way to keep them away. Do you know if that's true? If it is, how can I use bay... See more

Does anyone have any good suggestions on how to keep squirrels out of my bird feeders?

Angela A Answered 10 hours ago

I have tried the crushed red pepper in the bird seed, and have tried putting vaseline on the pole that holds the feeders....any other suggestions? I will at times hav... See more

How to clean a mirror without streaks?

Dede Answered 10 hours ago

Every time I clean my mirrors, they end up having tons of streaks and almost look worse than before I started. What could I use to clean them that won't leave streaks... See more

How can I inexpensively add some "wow" to my very brown/tan house?

Kathy alfke Answered 10 hours ago

My house is 100 years old and rock solid but it is bland. It needs someone's creative suggestions!

How to tighten a lamp that is looose?

Peggy Havard Answered 10 hours ago

How to tighten lamp that is loose?

What can I do about wood smoke coming into my house?

Marty Grimson Answered 10 hours ago

I need help. My back door neighbor heats with a wood stove all winter. They are downhill from me. Almost all their smoke makes its way into my house, causing headache... See more

Did anyone out there build a DIY pergola... tips?

Lisa Answered 10 hours ago

Would you rather wash and fold laundry or clean the dishes?

Amy P, Hometalk Editor Answered 10 hours ago

Given the choice, would you prefer washing the dishes or doing laundry? Share your preferences and insights!

What is the best way to paint high gloss white kitchen cabinets?

Bev McElravy Answered 10 hours ago

We are remodeling our kitchen and like the high gloss cabinets but don't know what is the best paint to get that effect. Our current cabinets are a regular semi-glos... See more

What color to paint above the kitchen cabinets

Reginaeaster Answered 10 hours ago

So I am stumped, as you may have seen from some of my other post, I am adding blue to my kitchen and family room. I'm trying to get out of the red's, greens, golds et... See more

How can I lighten my dark stained deck, or even paint parts white?

Lydia Weikel Cox Answered 10 hours ago

The previous owners used an oil-based, semi-transparent, dark walnut brown stain on the deck they built. I want to lighten up the area, perhaps even paint the deck c... See more

Should I paint this antique secretary, or refinish it?

Barb Dieterle Answered 10 hours ago

This was my grandmothers pride and joy while she was alive. I love it also, but the finish has gotten old and scaly. I'm thinking about painting and antiquing it , bu... See more

Paint color for small galley kitchen oak cabinets/flooring.

Joy Kelly-Warner Answered 14 hours ago

Galley kitchen, oak cabinets, oak flooring, skylight for natural only. Backsplash is beige with a few terra cotta triangles on backsplash. My kitchen also in attached... See more

What color should I paint my kitchen cabinets

Linda Anderson Answered 14 hours ago

Very hard to sand in the grooves of the knotty pine. The finish is worn off in spots. So we thought if painting for a quick fix any suggestions. We just painted the w... See more

Help picking paint color to go with my drapes

Brennan Answered 14 hours ago

We purchased this house with an amazing dining and living space. Tons of natural light. My problem is there are 16 panels of silk Dupioni drapes in the color wheat fr... See more

Need help picking a paint color to match my tile

Donna Wise Answered 14 hours ago

The tile is gray/white with a hint of beige and looks like wood.The kitchen counters are Baltic beige and cabinets are dark wood as well

3 big dogs in backyard

Jean Blakeley-Cook Answered 18 hours ago

I have 3 large dogs in a backyard. They wrestle non stop and have literally either trodden down every blade of grass, dug it up or, in the case of shrubbery, chewed i... See more

How do I clean a filthy frog pond without hurting the frogs?

Karen Sigel Answered 19 hours ago

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 Answered 3 days ago

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 Answered 3 days ago

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

Does anyone know how I can find a Pulaski 221 Baker Street nightstand

Lesa Dean Terry Answered 3 days ago

I live in north Alabama.

If you could redo your master bathroom, what would you change?

Amy P, Hometalk Editor Answered 4 days ago

Dreaming of a master bathroom remodel?Tell us: If you could change just one thing, what would it be?Your input could inspire others looking for master bathroom ideas ... See more

Is Rub 'n Buff waterproof?

Danielle Segev Answered 5 days ago

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 salt marks on my salt water pool?

Donna Answered 5 days ago

My salt water pool leaves white marks all around the pool I have tried everything to remove them with no luck. Can someone please help me????

How do I clean mold and mildew off of my microfiber couch?

Karen Marie Answered 5 days ago

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

Renovating kitchen: Which change would you make first?

Amy P, Hometalk Editor Answered 5 days ago

If you were planning a kitchen makeover on a budget, which change would you make first?Here are the options:A) Installing a new backsplashB) Upgrading appliancesC) In... See more