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Why knife regulation is needed

At least in Canada. "Onlookers at the Calgary Zoo were shocked Tuesday when a Western Lowland gorilla picked up a knife...
12 comments posted 17yrs
posted by heybub
12 comments posted 17yrs posted by heybub

Aquarium Stands for 3, 10-gal Tanks

I'd like to build a stand for three 10-gallon fish aquariums for my classroom. Preferably, I'd like something t...
30 comments posted 17yrs
posted by cuhulain_98
30 comments posted 17yrs posted by cuhulain_98

Using stair gauges to lay out stringers

Regarding the earlier thread expressing puzzlement over building a small set of stairs: those who want to do this but d...
0 comments posted 17yrs
posted by nobody
0 comments posted 17yrs posted by nobody

Selecting pool paint to last for 5 years

I'm having a tricky time to decide on a white pool paint that will last for about 5 years until we can save up some...
3 comments posted 17yrs
posted by scorpionleather
3 comments posted 17yrs posted by scorpionleather

Attic Insulation and/or Venting in the Southwest

I'm looking for advice and ideas for improving energy efficiency in my house, especially heat from the roof and att...
32 comments posted 17yrs
posted by barss
32 comments posted 17yrs posted by barss

Oil in sealed motor?

Greetings I have an undercut/jamb saw, which hasn't been used in years. The saw was used very little b/4 storing. I...
6 comments posted 17yrs
posted by none
6 comments posted 17yrs posted by none

Old kItchen sink

The old sink has 4 faucet holes, each center 4" to the next center. So, a new 2-handle faucet with sprayer is a natural...
3 comments posted 17yrs
posted by Cadillac.coffin
3 comments posted 17yrs posted by Cadillac.coffin

foundation repair advice?

A part of my foundation has been in need of repair for quite some time. I now have the opportunity to do this, but afte...
14 comments posted 17yrs
posted by bs3456
14 comments posted 17yrs posted by bs3456

Old kItchen sink

The old sink has 4 faucet holes, 4" apart. So, a new 2-handle faucet with sprayer should fit OK. Will any of the 1-hand...
1 comments posted 17yrs
posted by cathyh
1 comments posted 17yrs posted by cathyh

Electric Clothes Dryer Problem

Our ten year old electric dryer isn't working. The light inside comes on, but nothing happens when we push the butt...
13 comments posted 17yrs
posted by n2ah
13 comments posted 17yrs posted by n2ah

hardwood floors -- deciding on options

I am near the end of having a 2 BR apartment remodeled in a building that I own. The 2 bedrooms had old wall-to-wall ca...
20 comments posted 17yrs
posted by BetaB4
20 comments posted 17yrs posted by BetaB4

Need paint?

Use caution. And safety goggles. "Spokane fire officials said the man was seriously burned when he used a cordless dril...
15 comments posted 17yrs
posted by heybub
15 comments posted 17yrs posted by heybub