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How do you create a PDF by copying a page in an HP printer/copier?
How do you create a PDF by copying a page in an HP printer/copier? I have the HP 3200m B&W laser printer/copier which is not a flatbed but a "regular" printer/copier that accepts paper sheets fed into...
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How to tape water heater insulation blanket
Good evening, My water heater has an insulation blanket which, unfortunately, has a hole cut into it vertically. Is it safe to use normal office adhesive tape to tape the insulation blanket, or could...
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Resin for home repair
I have two repair jobs that I think are going to be facilitated by some casting resin. First, the surface molding on some kitchen cabinet doors is broken and missing. I have no chance of matching it...
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PVC waste pipe leak
I have a leak in the drain line from one of the upstairs bathrooms in a wall in the kitchen. Without opening the wall, my guess is that the screw that holds the wire shelves in the kitchen was put...
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Home gadgets that cause interference with other domestic gear. Bah ....
For example a family member installed a legally sold 'electronic thermostat' to better control the heat in their bedroom. It did a good job of that. But ........... Unfortunately it emitted RFI (Radio...
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Galley Kitchen Measurement Question
Hello, For the sake of workability what should be the perfect measurement, between the sink-area, countertop edge, and the opposite (stove-area), countertop edge? I once had a galley kitchen and...
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Need indicator light in the mailbox to see if anything is inside
I need a recommendation for an indicator light (maybe mailorder?) for my mailbox. Here's the situation. * It's a custom mailbox, basically a door cemented in a pillar of concrete * It just has a...
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Somewhat off topic but worth a look.......
....for the people here who appreciate workmanship and skill:
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New Hot Water Boiler
I am considering replacing my hot water boiler this year. Presently have a Burnham which has served me well for 35 years. I did the installation 35 years ago and now I am going to get prices from...
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Hardwood floor buckling from HVAC duct underneath
Lately I've noticed a problem in my living room floor in that the wood is buckling or crowning a bit with gaps between the boards directly above where there is an HVAC duct running underneath between...
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Toyota Lawnmower Recall
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Roof leak - Mold
I had a couple shingles fly off in a windstorm, then it snowed. The slow thaw was perfect for leaking into the attic. I didn't find it until I smelled something, then found the guest bedroom closet...
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toilet installation question....
I have a question . I am installing (or will be) a toilet. Now when they design these things, is the toilet flange pretty well level with the floor ( in other words countersunk)? I made allowances for...
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Snow blower recommendations?
Awl -- Haven't seen CR reviews.... can anyone summarize Best Picks? The new "style" seems to be the Honda/Toro, which look like old Hoover cannister vacs. Don't want the big Sears/Ariens bulldozer...
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Funny snow blower problem...
Awl -- Always the carburetion, it seems. Last snow, a month or so ago, ran fine, a Sears "6.0 hp" ditty. Today, it would run for only 10 sec, and would have to constantly be re-primed and started....
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