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How can I keep raccoons out of my flower beds and flower pots?
Mary Jo Mary Jo Answered on Aug 09, 2024

What can I do to keep raccoons out of my flower beds and flower pots?

How do you keep armadillos out of your garden?
Alisa W Alisa W Answered on Aug 09, 2024

I have what seems like a herd of armadillos attacking my flower beds every night. This morning a camellia plant was totally uprooted and upside down in the bed. Four... See more

Empty Embroidery Thread Spools
Carole Carole Answered on Aug 08, 2024

I do embroidery for a living and I collect all these empty thread spools (I do a lot of embroidery!!!!). The only thing is I don't know what to do with them. I did ... See more

How can I put thin brick/veneer around my fireplace?
Puddlejumper57 Puddlejumper57 Answered on Aug 08, 2024

I am sending a photo. I wish to thin brick or veneer around my fire place. The whole coral wall. Or any ideas? Does veneer look real? Any websites I may look at? Than... See more

How or what can I use to reattach stones to a fireplace surround?
Patty Patty Answered on Aug 08, 2024

my fireplace is real field stone and when it was constructed there were a few spots that needed more stone and Ihave no idea how to fix it simply

Can I use Faux Stone over painted brick fireplace?
Joannie Joannie Answered on Aug 08, 2024

Would it be best to fill grout grooves with mortar like a week before just to assure even surface and again they have been painted also. Frankly do not know if it fo... See more

Would it devalue my fireplace to paint it out in white? It is currently gray brick.
Sue Curwin Sue Curwin Answered on Aug 08, 2024

We have built-ins on either side of our gray brick fireplace, and I would love to paint the fireplace out in white. However, my husband feels it would be a bad idea.

I used TSP to clean windows and replace the glazing.
PM PM Answered on Aug 08, 2024

Had an emergency appendectomy before I was able to clean the glass, and now the glass is stained. How can I clean the run stained glass?

How to cover up this blue Laminate backsplash?
Jan10146146 Jan10146146 Answered on Aug 08, 2024

To much blue..... Do you know of any cheap and easy ideas on how I can make over this backsplash? Also, what colors will go with this blue? Besides beige. Janice

Are black windows a trend or here to stay?
Amy Poulton, Hometalk Editor Amy Poulton, Hometalk Editor Answered on Aug 08, 2024

Black windows have become increasingly popular in recent years, appearing in many modern homes and design magazines. They add a bold, contemporary look to any home, b... See more

Cleaning dog urine of off pavers
Penny Lambert Penny Lambert Answered on Aug 08, 2024

I'm looking for natural DIY tips for cleaning dog urine & poo from outdoor pavers?

Is it possible to paint the grids in a window?
Melanie Melanie Answered on Aug 08, 2024

We are buying a home soon thats going to fill all my Magnolia Design feels. Its a southern architecture style home with white siding, red brick and a large front porc... See more

Caulk gun? what am I doing wrong?
1cs1267 1cs1267 Answered on Aug 08, 2024

I'm a senior, attempting to use caulk gun for the first time. Have my "cannister" of caulk, cut the top off ... nothing will happen. Takes all my strength to "pump"... See more

Dull very old mirror
Sharonlong627 Sharonlong627 Answered on Aug 08, 2024

I have a beautiful very old mirror, no matter what brand of glass cleaner I use, I can't get the white powder look out. How do I clean my mirror?

How can I make an electric pole “go away” in my landscaping?
Anne Zellner Pettijohn Anne Zellner Pettijohn Answered on Aug 06, 2024

We live in N. Texas, the “concrete capital of the world” And we are building our house on raw land. I’ve tackled all of the weeds, brought in topsoil and we are... See more

If you could make ONE house update, what would it be?
Amy Poulton, Hometalk Editor Amy Poulton, Hometalk Editor Answered on Aug 05, 2024

Imagine you could transform your home with just ONE update.Share with us the one change you would make and why it's at the top of your list.

Which would you prioritize, a bathroom remodel or a kitchen remodel?
Amy Poulton, Hometalk Editor Amy Poulton, Hometalk Editor Answered on Aug 05, 2024

Home renovation projects can transform both the aesthetics and functionality of your living space. Whether you're considering a bathroom remodel or a kitchen over... See more

What are your favorite exterior siding colors?
Amy Poulton, Hometalk Editor Amy Poulton, Hometalk Editor Answered on Aug 05, 2024

Choosing the right exterior siding colors can completely transform the look of your home.From classic neutrals like grays and whites to adventurous choices like blues... See more

How do you get a spilled furnace oil smell out of your basement?
Sharon Blazer Sharon Blazer Answered on Aug 05, 2024

We had a fuel oil furnace replaced. The oil line was cut and capped but when we recently had our heat pump checked the worker bumped the old fuel line and we ended u... See more

How to alleviate awful glare of white vinyl fence?
Linda Linda Answered on Aug 04, 2024

Our neighbor just put up a solid white vinyl fence which spans about 70 feet of our shared backyard. It faces west and the afternoon and evening glare is awful it act... See more

How do I clean wax off a mirror?
Debbie Snorkus Debbie Snorkus Answered on Aug 03, 2024

My mirror fell and hit some candles on the way downLuckily nothing broke, but I have wax smudges all over the mirror

What is the best method for cleaning frosted glass?
Tikva Morrow Tikva Morrow Answered on Aug 03, 2024

Hi everyone, I have a frosted glass door that I battle to get clean. Does anyone have any tips, tricks, or hacks for cleaning frosted glass?

Cleaning glass top stove
Ali Ali Answered on Aug 02, 2024

How do I get stains off of and clean a glass stove top?

Smears on a mirror
Gloria S Gloria S Answered on Aug 02, 2024

I have a large mirror in a large frame that ALWAYS has smears after I clean it. I have tried EVERYTHING but there are still smears !! (Windex..vinegar..) Please someo... See more

Can't get my windows/mirrors clean
Deb Carney Blecha Deb Carney Blecha Answered on Aug 02, 2024

Seems like glass cleaner doesn't work like it used to. I have used cloth, paper, and every type of spray I can get my hands on. I have tried vinegar but that also str... See more