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Looking for users manual for older Sears/Craftsman lawn mower
It's from the early 1990's and the model number is 247.384260. Thanks for any help you can provide.
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confused by Juno price disparity
Hi, I finally settled on the ic22 can, but I unsettled by the price disparities. It's 6.99 at Lowes, (website down currently) 7.99 at Sears, >20 everywhere else, including $37 at Lighting...
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Noise insulation
Hi, I would like to insulate my kitchen ceiling for noise: my daughter's bedroom is right above the kitchen separated from it by 3/4 pine and nothing else. I'm terribly allergic to fiberglass....
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Waterproof Membrane for water run off
I'm using gravel to provide an incline for water run off away from the house Managed to snag a load of gravel for nothing, so might as well use it. Plus this is under the eaves of a house and the...
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Paint for plastic Shutters
My shutters seem to need a paint job.... they held up fairly well for about 10 years but are rather faded. They are the plastic type shutters sold at the local big box stores. Any suggestions on what...
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Latex mattresses: Why are they better?
Anyone out there own a latex mattress? I'm curious why they are better than memory foam or conventional mattress? I am in market for new mattress and platform and looking at alternatives hence the...
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Making a countertop -- questions re; wood
I have an apartment that I will be renting out that is being remodeled. The kitchen will have a pre-made Lowes post-formed Formica countertop. However, there is a half-wall divider between the living...
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Porch light keeps blowing bulb
About every 5th time (+/-) the light is turned on the bulb blows. Sometimes it can go a dozen times, sometimes just a couple times. There are other lights on the same circuit and they don't...
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Window film to block sun heat
My new house has a few big windows facing southwest, taking much sun heat in the afternoon. Have to keep the heat pump working till after midnight to cool down. I went to HomeDepot and hoped could...
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9" Water Supply line for toilet
We had to replace our water supply line on our toilet as it broke. When I went to Home Depot they now only sell 12" lines. I installed it and the wife thinks it looks stupid as its all bent because...
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casement or double hung?
Hi, I am purchasing a property in Nova Scotia, (Hot Summers, Cold Winters). The property is approx. 60 years old and has had some upgrades done over the past number of years. However, one thing that...
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Bathtub paint
I have a chip in the steel tub, which has been there for many years. The steel tub is rusting in that spot. Its something which should have been taken care of years ago, but figured the bathroom would...
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Need to make a quick decision: BT 3000 SX
Hi, I'm looking to upgrade from my (most) entry level Ryobi saw. Is this a step up or essentially the same thing: thanks in advance! Looking to decide in the next hour or so. Thanks! Aaron
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Grey Squirrel Birthing Patterns
I live in Massachusetts and squirrels have gotten into the area above my sun parlor ceiling though some rotted fascia board. The entry point is clearly visible. Before trying to drive them out (I...
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Shielding an A/C Compressor/Condenser Unit
Our A/C Compressor/Condenser is only shaded by the shadow of our house until about mid-morning. The rest of the day it sits in direct sunlight. We live in the AZ desert where our summer temperatures...
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