Identifying Bed Sheet Sizes?Does this tag tell the size of the bedding eg. full, queen, or king? How do you tell the size once the bedding is removed from its packaging?
Making a King Sheet into a Queen?How can I decrease a king fitted sheet to a queen?
Eyeglass Lens Have a Milky Discoloration?I have had my eye glasses for 3 years now, that I wear all day They have gotten a whitish milky look on the bottom and top sections that does not come off (on both lenses). It's like it is in the glass or something.
Keeping a Toilet Seat from Banging When Closed?Does anyone have any idea how I can stop my toilet seat top from banging every time it is closed? The noise is very annoying. I will be grateful for any ideas/suggestions
What Could Cause a Phone to Ring Once Every Night?My phone rings every night, just one ring. The call does not register on caller id. Verizon has checked it out, as well as, my security system company. I have no fax machine, so what can be causing this to happen? This has been going on for the past 3 months.
What is the Breed of Dog In Beneful Ads?What breed of dog is used for the Beneful ads?
Septic Safe Shampoos and Conditioners?What hair conditioner/shampoo should I use when on a septic tank?
Wall Paint Smells Like Pickles?I purchased a gallon of Clark and Kensington paint and primer in one from Ace Hardware. The color my daughter picked out is lemon grass. Since day one of painting it has a very pronounced smell similar to pickles. I know it's green paint, but really. Is there a chemical reaction going on with the mixes to prepare it.
Eliminating Static in Fleece Blanket?Last year I purchased a poly blend microfleece blanket. While it is soft and very warm, I have a major problem, static. This blanket develops so much static that whenever I move in bed or shift the covers, sparks fly to the point that I have wondered if there is a chance of fire!
Copper Bottomed Pans on a Glass Stove Top?Will I be able to use my copper-bottomed Revere Ware on my new glasstop stove?
Who Makes IGA Bread?Who makes the bread distributed by IGA stores?
Can I Connect a Microwave to a Surge Protector?Does connecting a microwave to a surge protector damage it in any way?
Calling 911 on a Land Line Without Home Phone Service?I don't have a home phone line, I just use my cell phone. I was told in case of an emergency I can take a home phone and plug it into a non working phone jack to call 911. Is this true?
Disguising Smoke Detectors?I have 2 electric fire detectors in my mobile home living room. They are an eye sore to me. Any ideas on how to disguise them, so they aren't such an eyesore?
Comforter Keeps Sliding Off My Bed?When I make my bed I tuck the blanket under the mattress. I sit on my bed a lot so me getting in and out of bed makes the blanket slide to one side. About every 3 days I fix it. I also have a 3'memory foam pad on top of the mattress so clips won't work. How do I fix this or is there a different blanket I can buy that won't do this?
Do Pantyhose Have a Shelf Life?Do pantyhose have a shelf life if it is unopened?
Can I Use Airwick Refills in a Glade Plugin?Do Airwick plugin refills fit the Glade plugin?
Can a Crock Pot Liner Be Used in the Oven?Can I use the ceramic liner from a slow cooker in the oven?
Difference Between Candle Warmer and Mug Warmer?What is differnce between candle warmer and mug warmer?
How Can I Thin BIC Wite Out?How do you thin BIC Wite Out?
Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner Nozzle Clogged?I have a Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner. The nozzle rotates, but the cleaning liquid doesn't come out. How can I unclog it?
Who Makes Safeway Signature Brands?Who makes their brands, specifically soups and broth?
Producer of Market Pantry Oats?Who produces Market Pantry old fashioned oats, and do they contain Roundup chemicals?
What Does "Released from Jail on a 911 Call" Mean?What does "released from jail on a 911 call" mean? I received this message from Vinelink about an offender that was arrested for stalking my family member.
Homemade Humidifier Water Treatments?My humidifier uses wick filters and I'm replacing the filter every 2-3 weeks. I've tried various water treatment solutions, but they're expensive too. Can anyone please recommend solutions which don't involve spending a lot or which use common household ingredients and not a number of questionable chemicals?
Making Glasses Less Shiny?I just got new glasses and the lenses are extremely shiny. Yes, you're right, I didn't pay extra for anti-reflective coating. The lenses are high-index plastic. Any ideas for making them less shiny?
Is It Safe to Use a Le Creuset Pan with a Chip in the Enamel?I have a Le Creuset cast iron pan with an enamel finish on the inside. I've had the pan for more than 10 years and use it a lot. I've just discovered a chip inside the pan at the bottom. It seems like the enamel has chipped off and the black cast iron is showing.
Flattening Milk Jug with a Clothes Iron?I recently read on this site about using an iron to flatten milk jugs. Could someone tell me more details on how to do that? What temperature iron, what covering on the plastic, etc.?
Determining Fee for Making Couch Cushion Covers?I am sewing new cushion covers for a rather large couch. There are 16 cushions. This question is for any professional sewers out there. How much should I charge per cushion? A few are rather large. I am making all the piping and replacing all the zippers as well.
Stainless Steel Vs. Black Cooktop?I have to make a decision on what color cooktop, with sealed burners, to buy. I know stainless steel scratches and looks old before it's time. I'm leaning toward black (thinking it's easier to clean and will keep it's appearance), then I heard black leaves spots/blotches, this after cleaning.
Who Makes Great Value Cream Cheese?What company makes Great Value cream cheese?
Can Black Mold Have Skunk Type Smell?We've found black mold inside the drywall, and in the carpet in our house. We've never smelled a musty, typical moldy smell. We've had a strong, skunk type smell. Does this occur with mold?
Renovating a Camper?I need someone to renovate my 1964 Serró Scotty camper.
Using a Doll Bought On eBay?If I buy a doll on eBay, is it mine or tied to the maker? I would like to use them for a project I am working on.
Manual For Vogue Sewing Machine?Where can I get a sewing machine manual for a Vogue Stitch UltraMatic Super Deluxe sewing machine, model number 752 116 0. Please help if you have one.
Cast Iron Skillet Has 3 Notches on Bottom?I have a cast iron 10" skillet that has 3 notches on the bottom. Having an electric range all my life I never noticed the notches. Now that I bought a gas range I see the notches fit the grates perfectly. My other pans all seem to be slippery on the bottoms.
What Is this Pampered Chef Item Used For?I found this item in a box and don't know what it is or what it is used for. Does anyone know?
Comforter Falls Off When Using Satin Sheets?Every time we use satin sheets, it never fails, the comforter always falls off the bed. How can we keep this from happening?
Identifying a Mystery Cassette Tape?'So my friend bought this cassette, thinking it would be a greatest hits album. It's not. It's an 80 minute mashup dated July 18th 1953, of ambient jazz, plunderphonics, biblical and political preaching, and songs (from artists like the Byrds). They also reference drugs a lot and some portions sound like they were taken from a radio show. The tape is labeled,'50s 60s show, and has no tracks.
How Would I Fix Flarp (Noise Putty)?I was looking through my shelf in my room, and found a bottle of Flarp that had been sitting there for a good year or so. It had completely separated so, out of boredom, I mixed it together to find that it is still super sticking and liquidy. Is there any way to fix this problem, or am I stuck with a bottle of goop?
Selling Wood in Live Pecan TreeHow do I connect with someone who wants special wood for projects or furniture? I have a live pecan tree, very old, very tall, and large circumference of trunk and limbs. I want to speak with someone about them cutting it and buying the wood from me.
Best Dishwasher for Well Water?Would a Bosch dishwasher work with well water?
Keeping a George Foreman Grill from Sliding?I'm looking for a suggestion to keep a George Foreman grill from sliding on the countertop. The old one was heavier and had a gripping bottom (maybe rubber), but the brand new 4 person grill is lightweight and slides anytime you try to use it. An older person this was given to cannot use it and I'm trying to figure out how to keep it in place....silicone mat for example.
Pine Tree Removal in Ohio?I would like to sell my mature pine trees. I have a min. of 30 and could take out as many as 50. Do you know of any loggers who want pine?
Selling Cut Pine for Wood Crafts?I have plenty of pinewood logs good for chairs or tables, etc. Any idea where to sell them for reasonable prices?
Buying a Galloping Gourmet Perfection Aire Oven?What is the difference between AX-707 & AX-707A models of the Galloping Gourmet Perfection Aire?
Protecting Permanent Marker on Outdoor Cushions?I used permanent marker on outdoor cushions how do I seal it?
Reverse Button on a Kenmore Sewing Machine?I was gifted this sewing machine a week ago by a neighbor who maybe never used it. I am brand new to using a sewing machine and was able to figure out most things, but I cannot for the life of me figure out where the reverse option is. Can anyone help? My neighbor did not have the manual.
Finding the Model Number on a Vintage White Sewing Machine?I'm trying to find a model number on a White Deluxe sewing machine. It was my mom's and is about 60 years old. Can you help with this? I found a number stamped on the bottom side. It is J-A47 105. I'm a assuming that is a serial number.
Selling Vintage Doll Molds?Where can I sell vintage doll molds? I have 500+.
Using Charcoal in a Betty Crocker Electric Grill?Can you use charcoal or wood chips with Betty Crocker's gourmet grill?
Replacing the Batteries in Handy Stitch CEX300K?I have an old Singer Handy Stitch CEX300K that has no batteries in it. I've taken it apart, but can't find chamber for the 4 AA batteries it requires. How/where do I replace them?
Olive Oil Lamp Set Off Smoke Detectors?Why would an oil lamp filled with olive oil set off a smoke alarm after being lit for 4 hours when there's no visible smoke? How can I stop that from happening? This happened once before with safflower oil. It seems random - last week it was lit longer, until there was no more oil, and the alarm stayed silent.
Painting a New Aluminum Mailbox?What kind of paint would I use to paint a new aluminum mailbox?
Finding Someone to Remove Trees for the Lumber?I am looking for a tree service to clear/remove the trees (mostly pine) from my property. Payment would be the trees.
Removing the Address from Express Scripts Mailer Bags?Prescriptions from Express Scripts come in mailer bags with the address stamped on them. How do I destroy that address information before I throw away the bag? Shredding by machine doesn't work, alcohol and nail polish remover don't either. Melting them on a burner on top of the stove makes a mess (and toxic fumes).
Alternative Uses for Hand Lotion?What can I use hand lotion for?
Uses for Skin So Soft?What are the uses for Skin So Soft?
Using a Galloping Gourmet Oven?My Galloping Gourmet Oven has a mark on the side for the water level. Do I need water at this level when I use it? Nothing in the manual as to what the water level mark is for.
Making Temporary Tattoos Last Longer?What can I put over a temporary tattoo that is on plastic to keep it on longer?
Selling Vintage Garrard Turntable Parts?I have a Garrard Synchro Lab turntable in disrepair. Does anyone know of a location(s) that might be interested in parts?
Using Skin So Soft to Remove Fur from Clothing?I recently saw that Skin So Soft can be used to remove fur from clothing, but I'm not sure of the proper way to do it, i.e., add to laundry detergent, rub on clothes, etc.
Using Epoxy on Stone?I work in a stone factory and we are currently having trouble working with epoxy and gluing the mesh back to the stone. So that after wetting the stone, the mesh behind it is easily removed like plastic. All the things about weighing and mixing epoxy have been respected. We have tested many examples of epoxy types. Could this phenomenon be related to epoxy aging and the effect of water on it?
What to Do With Ceramic Molds?I do not know where to go to get rid of ceramics molds that my mother owned. She was a certified ceramic teacher in the 1990s. Now I have so many I would like to get rid of them, but I do not want to throw them in the dumpster. The molds are in good condition.
How Much Does It Cost to Accept a Collect Call from Jail?How much does it cost to accept collect calls from prison?
Selling Slightly Used Candles?I have some old candles that have only been used once for a short time. I want to sell them; what price can I charge?
Advice for Finding a Local Gardener?I have always loved gardening, but due to illness my garden has been neglected this year. Any advice on finding a local gardener?
Rehydrating Rain-X Wipes?My Rain-X wipes are dried out. What can I do to use them?
Removing Bag of Food Frozen to the Bottom of a Deep Freezer?I have a deep freezer. I need to pull out chicken, unfortunately, the chicken is frozen to the bottom of the deep freezer and also has bags of chicken frozen to the sides. When I pulled on the bag to get it out, I ripped the top of it off. I tried grabbing the chicken out of the bag, since there are bags frozen to the sides, this did not work. I tried a boiling hot rag.
Buying a Vintage Roller Exercise Machine?How much can I expect to spend for a vintage roller exercise machine ?
Identifying Pieces of Broken Plastic?I have found about 6-7 of these at various times on the floor in my kitchen. They are small and plastic, looked broken or snapped off on one end. I cannot figure out what it's from. It have checked cabinets, appliances, etc. Nothing. It looks like some kind of package was snapped open and this came off, but we haven't done that.
Financial Assistance for Disabled Seniors to Move Mobile Home?We need financial help with moving our mobile home. Our mobile home park closed and we were evicted off our lot. We are disabled seniors and can't afford the move ourselves. Does anyone know of an agency or organization that might be able to help us?
Using Waffle Grill Plates for George Foreman Grills?Will the GFP84WP waffle plates work on a rpgf3801blx George Foreman grill?
Identifying the Brand on a Pair of Sunglasses?Does anyone recognize these sunglasses brand? I can't quite pinpoint this logo. Maybe it's just a cheapy one, but thought I would ask.
Painting a Clear PVC Backpack?I am looking to paint this clear Dickies backpack, white. On Amazon where I purchased it from says the material is PVC.
Washing Haviland China in a Dishwasher?Can Johann Haviland china be washed in a dishwasher?
Making Sure Athletic Shoes Are Not Knockoffs?So I want to buy these Balenciaga Arenas. Can you guys help me confirm if these are authentic or not?
Using a Straight Talk Phone with Other Providers?I bought a Straight Talk phone from Walmart. Can I use the phone with other
service providers besides Straight Talk?
Low Income Homeowner Pest Control Help?I'm a divorced lady who is on disability and barely gets by as it is, but my house is in desperate need of an exterminator due to an infestation of roaches. I have tried just about everything available to regular consumers with no real results! I live in Anderson, South Carolina. Please tell me that there is assistance available for someone in my position.
Who Make Safeway Brand Peanut Butter?Who makes Safeway brand peanut butter?
Finding a Free Mattress?Where can I get a free new mattress for my girlfriend and I?
Who Is Walmart's Coffee Supplier?I've been buying Walmart brand Columbian coffee for the past year. I loved the taste and the price. However, the last few bags I bought were horrible. It tasted like muddy water, no matter how strong I make it! Has Walmart changed the supplier of their coffee?
Finding My Aunt's Telephone Number?I am looking for my aunt Jacqueline F.'s cell or home phone number so I can contact her about our family reunion coming up in August. How can I find that phone number?
Refreshing Kids' Clear Ink Markers?Is there any way to refresh those markers that kids use on magic books where the pictures turn colour when you use this marker?
Finding Someone to Cut Down a Tree for Free?My neighbor has a big white oak tree in her yard, but it's too much money for her to afford to have someone cut it down. How can I find someone to help her with this?
Buying an Inexpensive Smart Phone?I live in Chicago. I wish to buy a good unlocked smart phone for $100 or less. Any ideas? I have no need for a $1000 smart phone.
Selling Wall to Wall Carpet Remnants?Our Parish has new good quality large remnant carpet pieces donated by a parishioner and we are trying to locate a company in town that will buy them. Are you able to connect us with such a company? We have not been successful at locating one online.
Subscription Up to Date But Not Getting Magazines?I have a problem with America in WWII magazine. I have been a customer since 2008, no problem. The last issue I got was Oct.of 2018, even though my subscription is paid thru November/December 2019. I have been to the Post Office twice, made at least one call a month to the publisher, but still no magazine. It's a bi-monthly magazine.
How Can I Receive Calls From My Own Number?I can't ignore my phone. I'm receiving too many important calls, just now. Along with those calls, I'm receiving a lot of telemarketing calls. Thank goodness for caller ID.
What Is this Enclosure Used For?I know I probably sound not so smart, but here it goes. I recently moved into my new apartment and I found this thing used for I'm guessing a pet right because I certainly wouldn't put my children in this thing. But seriously what exactly is this called and what type of pet is it used for? My guess is gerbils or guinea pigs or something, but I am not sure.
Tips for Tub to Shower Conversion for a Senior?I'm a senior and planning a conversion. I'm looking to the future and want fixtures placed where I can shower sitting. I'm seeing pictures where the faucet is placed too high to turn the water on and off while sitting. I have a handheld shower now and it is too high and hurts my shoulder reaching for it.
Changing Your Mailing Address for Food and Family Magazine?Where on line can I change my mailing address for "Food and Family" magazine?
Who Makes Publix Premium Coffee?Who makes Publix premium coffee?
Who Makes Walmart Great Value Butter?Who is the maker of Walmart labeled butter?
Who Makes Kroger Original Tomato Ketchup?Who makes Kroger original tomato ketchup?
Resolving Problems with Free Government Phone?I have had a free government cell phone for over 5 years now. It has never been an easy situation. I can't get through to help that my 56 year old ears can understand. The problem right now is they told me I had to re-certify. I did that. Now I just got an email stating that's not what I was to do, I was to reapply completely. Does anyone have a trick to this or who I can call?
Removing the Shiny Finish on a Silk Pillowcase?I was wondering how to remove the shine from a silk pillowcase, since I like the texture of silk pillowcase, but not the shiny look of it.
Additional Uses for Toothpaste?I have toothpaste that sometimes expires. I would like to know if there any other uses for toothpaste in addition to cleaning teeth.
Using a Government Free Cell Phone Plan?I have a free government cell phone. It is a free cell phone, but I'm having to spend $5-10 per month for talk minutes, plus the thing acts up all the time. Does any one have suggestions for either buying my own phone and using it with the government plan and or if there is a plan that is cheap and easy to use?
Biltmore Warming Blanket Controller Displaying "E"?I have called the customer service number 3 times on three different days, in response to their menu choices and have not received any response. My Biltmore warming blanket controller displays "E". I have unplugged it and plugged it back in and checked the connection to the blanket, which is secure, and still the controller shows the error.
Cost of House Cleaning?How much should I pay a neighbor to vacuum and mop once a week (4 times/mo) and dust every other week (2 times/mo)?
Finding a Dish Detergent That Suds?I buy staples in bulk. If I find a good bargain, I might buy a year's supply at a time. I've found that this practice can lead to some surprises. I am having trouble finding a dish detergent that will suds up, even a little. Any thoughts?
