Noisy Shower?My shower head screams when we use it. Any ideas on how to fix it?
Manufacturers Sometimes Replace Instead Of RepairingTry to get things fixed by the manufacturer! My husband went through all the customer service/diagnostics for our Epson scanner/printer/copier with no luck. So they told him to send it in for repair.
Repairing Carpet?Unfortunately this morning while ironing my shirts, the iron slipped off the board and fell onto the carpet. As you can guess, its left an iron mark which I'm not very happy about.
Fixing Curled Edges on an Area Rug?How do you fix an area rug that rolls up around edges?
Rough Spots on Leather?I used the tip to remove acetone free nail polish remover to remove white scuff marks from my blue patent leather handbag - it worked great!
Dooney Bourke Barrel Bag Has Lost Its Shape?I have a Dooney Bourke barrel Bag that has lost its shape. What can I do to solve this problem?
Adding Padding to a Couch Cushion?How do I put more padding in the cushion of my leather couch?
Making a Replacement Belt for an Old Humidifier?I have a very old humidifier that uses a large foam type belt that picks up the water and a fan behind it blows the moisture into the air. Does anyone know where I can purchase that type of material for a new belt? I can make one if I can find the material.
1997 Isuzu Rodeo Air Condition Problems?I have a 1997 Isuzu Rodeo and my air conditions is not putting out the air flow it should. I have to run it on high in the summer time in order to keep cool.
DVD Player Freezes When I Erase a Disk?I have a DVD recorder/player and it seems to freeze up every time I erase a (recordable) disc. I cant find any info about it in the book it came with. I am just wondering if anyone had ever had this problem before I go and call the manufacturer.
Case Garden Tractor Parts?My husband has an old Cass Garden Tractor and he is looking to find out where he can buy reasonable tractor parts for it. There are several things wrong with it and parts can get out of hand and costly.
Programming a Kidz Remote by Kissel?I bought (used) a Kidz Remote by Kessel. Of course, the instructions did not come with it. Does anybody have the manual or can explain how to program the remote?
Mark From a Hot Paper Plate?How do I remove a burn mark on a wood dining room table? We put down hot food on a paper plate.
Fixing Squeaky Classroom Tables?I am looking for ways to fix squeaky classroom tables.
Large Water Spot on a Maple Coffee Table?I'm not sure if this is a cleaning request or not but I have a solid maple coffee table that I, unfortunately, put a plant on. Over a period of time after watering it I have an enormous water spot on my table.
Removing a Marker Mustache From an Oil Painting?How can I remove a marker mustache from my oil painting?
Scratches on a Glass Coffee Table?How do I remove scratches from the top of my glass coffee table? Any ideas, or tried and true fixes, would be greatly appreciated.
Heat Marks on Veneered Wood?How can I get a heat mark off veneered wood?
Glasses With a Broken Bridge?The bridge of my glasses is broken near right lens and nothing seems to hold it together. Is the situation hopeless?
My Clothes Dryer Door Won't Stay Shut?I have a gas front loading clothes dryer, and the door or latch is not keeping the dryer closed. it will go fine awhile, then I suspect clothes bump into it and pop it open.
Air Conditioner Blowing Water?Why does my window AC after a couple hours start blowing water into the house? it drains great.
Parts for Fixing an Outdoor Sofa?I need springs and supports for an old outside sofa swing for the seat part. Does anyone know were I can get parts?
Repairing Formica Furniture?I have an older cabinet with formica top from 50' 60's Is there places you can get these items repaired? I live on the border to Detroit. Also, it has some sort of rubberized trim that is made to look like wood and it is all scratched.
VCR Not Working on a TV/VCR Combo?I have 3 TV/VCR combos. None of the VCR's in these units work but the TVs are still in great working order. Is there a way to connect a VCR or DVD to these or is there a special cord that I can purchase in order to do this?
Replace Vent Covers Right AwayWell, long story short, I put the leg of our dining room chair too close to the vent and it fell in. This caused the chair to collapse (with me in it) and the back was shoved with some force into the sliding glass door.
Fix Your RV Fridge By Inverting ItWe bought a used RV (propane) refrigerator which had stood unused for quite awhile. We couldn't get it to keep cold. When we were about to give up on it, a friend told us how to fix it.
Molding Damaged By Cats?What can I use to make homemade corner guards for my walls/corners, the cat at my house has ripped the walls to the bare wood and I need to repair or at least a cover it up for now.
Removing a Sliding Door?How do I lift out the door from a sliding door? I need to replace the weather stripping.
Outlet Doesn't Work After Cutting Through an Extension Cord?While I was trimming hedges I cut through my extension cord, now the outlet doesn't work. I've checked the breaker box and attempted to reset the outlet by pushing the reset button, nothing is working. Does this need to be replaced?
Directions For Reconnecting Throttle On Mower?Where can I find directions to reconnect the throttle and governor linkage on a white MTD 16.5 hp 1997 mower?
Transferring Cellphone InformationMy sister dropped her new cell phone in my Icee. She totally fried it. All you have to do to fix it is simply buy a new or used phone, depending if you are high in money or whatever.
Golf Tee For Filling Screw HoleWhen I have a screw hole that has been waddled out and need to fill it, I just drive a wooden golf peg in it as far as it will go and then break the remaining of it off.
Fading Leather Furniture?My leather sofa is fading. Any advice?
Buying New Foam for Cushions?Any idea where to get new foam for sofa cushions? I found a site online where you can measure your own cushions and send away for the foam, but measuring myself makes me REALLY nervous, especially since I have 5 cushions to replace and the price is $75-$100 per cushion - that seems really high.
Repairing Cracks in a Sink?I need help on how to remove or repair cracks in a sink that is part of a molded one piece counter. It is white with veins of gold glitter going through it. It looks like someone tried to epoxy one of the cracks. Can I sand this out?
Painting Designs On Carpet?Can a person use textile paint to sponge a stencil design on permanent ugly carpet spots? Anyone tried it?
How To Quiet A Squeaky Sleeper Sofa?I have a full sleeper sofa that is 18 months old. It squeaks every time you sit on it. I also have a queen sleeper in the set that doesn't make any noise. I had to have the full sleeper replaced once because it was defective. Since getting the second one, I have had to have someone come out to adjust the frame, but this has not helped with the squeaking. Any advice?
Indoor Fountain Vapor/Fogger Stopped Working?I have a 3 legged metal stand. It holds a large bowl filled with water. You plug in a device that turns multiple colors and puts out a vapor. It no longer puts out vapor. What is this called and where can I get one?
String Pendants On Unusual MaterialsThink out of the box and use unusual materials. I ran into some acrylic hair "hand braid" for 99 cents, and it's great for stringing my pendants! It's strong, trendy, the right width to string pendants, and a nice color, too! So now I have oodles of "cord" to string all those orphan pendants in my jewelry boxes. Just resurrected one!
Side by Side Freezer Door Not Closing Correctly?I have a Frigidaire, side by side refrigerator and I am having a problem with the freezer door. One has to make a big effort to close the door as It does not shut as freely as the refrigerator side does. What is the problem with the freezer door and how may I correct It? The gaskets are all in great condition and there Is not any food packages blocking the closing of the door. Any help regarding my question would greatly be appreciated. Thanks a lot!
WD40 To Protect Cheaper JewelryWhen buying cheaper jewelry, rub it with WD 40 then let dry. This will keep it from turning. Rub with a soft cloth
Scratched Mirror?Something was used that has scratched my 6x4 ft bathroom mirror! Is there anything I can use make it less noticeable. It looks like the glass is easy to leave a mark on. Is there such a thing as soft glass?
Check On Repairing Instead Of ReplacingWhile we have central air conditioning that we primarily use, in summer months. At one time, we only used a "swamp cooler" (an evaporative cooler), but not your basic one.
Repairing Scratches in Ceramic Tile?How can you get scratches out of ceramic tiles?
Repairing Bathing Suit?My puppy chewed a portion of my bathing suit. There are no pieces missing just a slight hole. Does anyone know how or if it can be repaired and if so what should I do?
Paint Chipping Off Metal Sink?My sink was bought new years ago and is metal with paint over it. The paint is chipping off. Anyone know of what kind of paint I could buy to repaint it? I have already tried patching it to no avail.
Fixing A Misaligned TapeI had a video tape for my VCR that had been recorded with some favorite programs and it became jiggly when we tried to watch it.
400 Day Clock Quits Shortly After Winding?I have a 400 day clock. The clock quits running shortly after I start the spinning pendulum. I believe the toggle mechanism at the top of the clock needs adjustment. What do I do?
Fixing Button Fly Levi 501's?The top fly button came off my favorite Levi 501`s, back part still attached any ideas please?
Stopping a Bed From Squeaking?How do I get a bed to stop squeaking? After moving 11 months ago, the bed still squeaks, and it's time to ask for help. This is the 3rd time it's been set up in about 10 years. Wooden headboard, no footboard.
Cigarette Burns on Formica?How do you remove/repair cigarette burn marks on Formica counter top?
How to Get Into Locked Desk?My desk is locked and I've lost the keys. How do I get in?
Minimizing Appearance of Damage on Eyeglasses?My dog chewed on my eyeglasses and scratched them. Is there any way to make the damage unnoticable?
Fixing "Salt" Figurines?How can I fix broken "salt" figurines? I inherited several figurines that are about 55 years old. I was told they were purchased in Italy, and are made of salt. They are white and very detailed. They have become very weak and two have broken. They don't shatter like porcelain, more like hardened clay. Any ideas on how they can be preserved?
Getting Rid of My Size Barbie Doll Frizz?How do I get the frizz out of my size Barbie doll?
Kenmore Oven Beeps "F2"?My Kenmore oven keeps beeping F2. I lost my manual. Without calling the repair man, which will cost a fortune, does anyone know how to fix it?
Prevent Dripping In Built-in Ice MakersFor refrigerators with built in ice makers, there are a lot of perceived problems with "excessive dripping" that can be "fixed" quite easily. This tip only works if you frequently use crushed ice and experience this.
Bathtub Plug Linkage Broken?I have a bathtub with a concealed plug that's activated from the overflow cover. The linkage broke at the small hook where it attaches to the plug.
Advice for Fixing Up Wooden Wheelbarrows?I have just purchased 2 small wooden wheelbarrows that are meant for the garden. They've been exposed to the elements for a long time and the wheels are badly split.
Reattaching Clips To Stem of Push Button Toilet?I removed the lid of a push button toilet and removed it, in the process two grey clips came off the central stem. I know where the clips go but can't see how they attach can you please enlighten me of to how to reattach the clips.
Bleach Spots on Black Stone Vanity?My wife used a spray cleaner that had bleach in it. Our black stone vanity top now has bleach spots. They are just dull spots, almost as if it ate through a finish. You can't tell when it is wet. Is there anything I can do?
Reshaping Artificial Holly and Pointsettias?When I unpacked my artificial holly and poinsettias for X-mas, they were out of shape. What is the best way to re-shape them?
Repairing a Frayed Drawstring?I have a pair of pants with a drawstring, and it is starting to fray. I was wondering if anyone had any tips on how I could repair and save this drawstring. Thanks.
Drum in Frigidaire Washing Machine Dropped 2 inches?The drum dropped about 2 inches on my Frigidaire washing machine. It still spins but is making an awful noise. It's only about 5 years old. How do I fix it?
Removing Dried Paint From Wood Floors?How do you get dried paint dripping off hardwood floors?
Gold Post Earrings Turned Red?My gold post earrings have turned red. Why?
Where Can I Take My Shaving Razor to Be Repaired?I am looking for a repair facility for a shaving razor, near Lakeland, FL.
Replacing the Seal in Kitchen Aid Dishwasher?I have an old Kitchen Aid dishwasher that needs a new seal. I purchased a new one but don't know how to replace it. Do I need to remove the door? If so, how?
Fixing a Rolling Backpack that Tilts Forward?How can I fix a rolling backpack that tilts forward?
Watermark on Marble Hearth?How can I remove a watermark from my marble hearth?
Towel and Iron to Remove Ring on Table?Where I can find Dave's instructions for the towel and iron method for getting the white ring off of wood table?
Purell Took Color Out of Leather Sofa?An accidental Purell gel spill has taken the color off my brown leather sofa. I tried mopping the spill up with a damp paper towel, but the stain is still very obvious. It looks like a whitish patch on a dark rust/brown leather sofa. Please help! Is there anything I can do to restore the color?
Ariston Gas Oven Not Working Well?I have an Ariston oven/grill and can't keep the oven element burning after I let off the knob. I've tried to move the thermo-coupler closer to the flame but no success.
Straightening Warped Cupboard Doors?Does anyone know if it is possible to straighten out kitchen cupboard doors that have warped slightly on the corner?
Replacing the Rubber Gasket for the Garbage Disposal?I have a question about replacing the black rubber gasket type thing in the sink of the garbage disposal. Does the old one come out, or do you push a new one on top of the old one?
Making a Yellowed Purse White Again?I have a Dooney and Bourke white IT bucket bag. Around the zipper it has yellowed on both sides. The rest of the once white outside is also yellowing. (just not as badly as the area right by the zipper). What can I do? Can I clean it somehow, and if so how?
Overloaded Main Breaker Panel?My Westinghouse main breaker is going bad. We took the load off by wiring our electric furnace to a separate panel. We can no longer get a Westinghouse main breaker, as they don't make them. The main breaker no longer smells hot or feels hot. Do we need to worry anymore now that the load is off of the panel. Please help.
Repairing a Couch When a Strap Comes Loose?How do you fix a couch when a strap comes loose?
Making a Bedroom Door Stay Closed?How can I make a bedroom door stay closed?
Do Old Kenmore Dryers Have a Circuit Breaker?My late 80's Kenmore Dryer worked one day, then just stopped the next. It won't turn, it won't heat, nothing happens! It's as if it came unplugged suddenly, but it didn't. Is there a circuit breaker in there somewhere like blow-dryers have in case they get too hot?
Using Color Stripper to Fix Bleached Shirt?I was just hoping someone can help me. I damaged a navy shirt with bleach, now it has red blotches all over it. I was thinking of stripping the color with a color fabric stripper hoping the remainder of the shirt where it is still navy will become red. Will this work? If so what type of color stripper would I use and where can I purchase this?
White Heat Mark on Leather Topped Writing Desk?How do I remove a white heat mark from a leather type of dark green surfaced writing desk? I placed a cup of hot coffee on a few sheets of white paper on my new desk and left a fantastic white mark on its surface within an hour of getting it.
Adjusting the Carburetor on a Craftsman Riding Mower?I have a 17 year old craftsman riding mower. It dies when I put it in fast gear and does not run smooth. I am almost positive that adjusting the carburetor will do the trick, but I do not know how to do it. The man I bought the tractor from mentioned that he tried to adjust it but did not succeed.
Using Shoe Polish On Leather Furniture?I have beautiful leather living room furniture in a dark reddish brown color. It was expensive and (I thought) good quality. I'm very careful with it and use leather cleaning products regularly. My husband's recliner has patches where the leather is "crinkling" as opposed to cracking.
Eye Glasses Are Too Tight?I have new eye glasses, and have had the ear pieces adjusted but they are still too tight. Can someone tell me a way to loosen them or some sort of padding for the ear part?
Removing Scratch Marks From Wooden Floors?I'm looking for something that would remove scratch marks off my wooden floors. What do you recommend?
Reupholstering Wooden Armchairs?I have dining armchairs with cushion on the back and bottom and I need to reupholster them. I want to do them myself, but don't know where to begin. I've come across tons of instructions for seats that the cushion can lift off, but not for the armchair.
Removing Water Marks From Plasterboard Ceiling?How can I repair water damage on a plasterboard ceiling and wall? This is just stain marks.
Commode Not Refilling With Water?After I flush the toilet, the commode does not fill up with water. When I turn off the water and then turn it on again, it starts to fill. Is it the water pressure or clogged pipes?
George Foreman GRV660 Heating Element?Where can I find parts (heating elements) for a George Foreman GRV660?
Repairing Terra Cotta?Can broken Terra Cotta be repaired? I have a Terra Cotta Sun and a couple of the pieces have broken off. Can they be glued back on?
Removing Scratch on Sunglasses?How to get a scratch off of sunglasses?
Restoring Yellowed Plastic?We have a white plastic kitchen mixer that has yellowed over time. Is there a way to restore the color to white?
Lens CPR Ruined Glasses?Lens CPR ruined my glasses. Help.
Repainted A Refrigerator?Does anyone have some ideas on how to repaint a fridge safely. I have a fridge that has rust on it due to having it cleaned with cleaners. It is not a flat surface but sort of patterned.
Light Is Delayed In Turning On?I have "slow electricity" in two of my light switches. One in a hallway and another in a bedroom. The switch is flipped and 1-2 seconds later the light comes on. Any thoughts, old switches maybe?
Fixing Lifted Wood on Dresser?I left a damp towel on my dark wood dresser seemed to have lifted the wood what can I do?
How to Unblock a DVD Player?Does anyone know how to "unblock" a DVD player? My husband hit the eject button to remove a DVD we had watched.
Septic System Loam Is Full Of Debris?We just had out septic-system replaced. The loam that they used when they were finished to cover up the lawn that was dug out to install it is full of glass, trash particles, etc. What is the solution? I guess I could complain to them but that really isn't the step I want to take right now. Thank You.
Trouble With A Sewing Machine?I was trying to fix a sluggish and squeaky sewing machine. I somehow managed to make it worse. The problem is the big wheel on the right hand side doesn't catch and therefore will spin and not move the "works" up and down like it is supposed to. The belt is on and I have cleaned and oiled every moving part I can find. Any ideas? It is a Simplicity Classic.
Removing Ballpoint Pen From Old Paper?I have a piece of old paper, that was written on 10 years ago with a blue ballpoint pen. How can I remove this ink from the paper without removing the original quality of paper? Basically this old paper is my birth form and some Information already mentioned on it is printed. Thank you.
Repairing a Fisher Price Phone (H8186)?We have a toddler Fisher Price phone H8186. Some electric components work like the 'mouth' moves but there's no music or other sounds. I've pulled it apart but it doesn't appear to be dirty - any other suggestions?
Maytag Oven Not Getting Hot?My Maytag oven doesn't heat above 210 degrees, even in cleaning mode. Is it fixable?
Trouble With an Above Ground Pool?I started my above ground pool, put it on filter and water comes out discharge pipe. I put it on backwash and it puts dirt back into pool. What is my problem?
Installing Drawer Sliders?I am trying to repair a kitchen drawer. It needs new slides. I just got done repairing so nicely and when I went to insert the drawer, it wouldn't fit with the new slides. I wanted to use side slides, not the middle thing that is in there now.
Can I Remove Abrasions on a Granite Countertop?Our granite counter top has some large abrasions. How can we remove them? We haven't been able to hire a pro to do this, as they say it can't be done.
Repairing Cigarette Burns on a Silk Dress?I have cigarette burns in my absolute favorite silk dress. Does anybody know how silk can be repaired?
Fixing Pin Hole In Cake Pan?I've got an aluminum cake pan with a pin hole on the bottom. Any suggestions as to how to fix it?
