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DIY Questions & Answers

Where can you get fabric dyes for tie-dying cotton? Are there any good DIY substitutes?

I don't live in the States, so ordering them over the Net isn't an option. Besides, I don't think that the common brands are so available here.
I would greatly appreciate an answer… thanks! =]

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Can you give me some good DIY gift ideas to give to a guy?

I want to make something for my boyfriend, but I'm having trouble deciding what to do…. any ideas?

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Solar energy- does anyone know of a DIY way to make a solar collector and transfer that energy to batteries?

I would like to learn about solar energy and how I can make some panels for my home, of course with in a reasonable budget. My goal is to be able to run a refrigerator and fan off of battery. Any ideas out there?

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DIY-What’s the best way to do inside walls to convert a 2 horse stable into an art studio?

Have a 2-horse stable w/concrete floor & open side window. Need to VERY economically convert to an art studio-how to do the inside walls & ceiling & cover the window & entry to keep critters out. Roofing tar paper rolls? Insulation? What about the window & door? Looking for least expensive but best solution. Live […]

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What are some cool ideas for DIY clothes?

I know you can do things like add designs, add a hood, make it a halter top, or add a pocket to a shirt, but what else can you do? Not just shirts, but anything else like purses or pants.

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How do you make your own indie clothes? Is there any DIY websites?

and what exactly do indie clothes look like?

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Where do I find DIY enthusiasts to ask questions on my WorkBidder website?

My WorkBidder website http://www.workbidder.co.uk/diy-questions/ currently has thousands of tradespeople but not DIY enthusiasts.
Currently the website doesn't allow questions to be asked unless you have a WorkBidder account (although accounts are free). Should I allow anyone to ask, would that increase the amount of questions being asked? Or should I just let it grow […]

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How do I go about DIY adding floors to an unfinished attic?

Single family dwelling, 1 floor,, insolation in attic,, but I store things up there.. would like to place boards, similiar to those used in
Florida for shutters, so that I can walk directly on beams.. good idea, and where do I go? Home Depot and Lowes are both located here, but I want to do this […]

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In a self build project, is one allowed to use a diy architectural package instead of an architect?

Do the plans have to be done by a qualified architect, or do they just have to be of a required standard, or can they be "approved" by another architect?

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How would I use a window air-conditioner and a supply of ground water to create a DIY heatpump?

As I see this all I have to do is flow the groundwater over the "inside" coils and then remove the heated air from the "outside" coils. My first concerns are 1. how to calculate an optimum water flow and 2. will ground water corrode then ruin the "inside" coils.

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What are websites with DIY crafts-decorating ideas?

I'm looking for good ideas for Christmas crafts, but also for year-round decorations that I can make myself. Do you know of any websites where I can find ideas?

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What can I use to make a sensil for DIY Shirt ?

I want to make a sentsil. I though about cover book plastic but it sounds like it could slip off the shirt even if I use water based glue. I think I may need somethign stiffer. Any suggestions ? Or experience you may share ?

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I want to DIY laminate floor in my kitchen, is it as easy as cut and glue?

Lowes and Home Depot (no offence, love them!) want just about as much for labor as they do the laminate.They don't remove the old, just glue and lay the new on top. They do come out to measure, for a small fee, and will cut to size, so is this something I can do just […]

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Why is my DIY projects take longer than the ones on tv?

I run into more problems too, What is up with that?

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Is skimming plaster the thing to use when depth is too shallow for diy fillers?

I've had to peel away loose paint off a wall and have ended up taking off several layers going back years. Now I have a one foot square patch 1mm deep to 'fill'. Tetrion and the like only recommnd themselves where the depth is at least 3mm. Therefore my question, is skimming plaster the answer […]

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DIY’ers: is there a better direction for laying wood tongue and groove on ceilings and floors?

Should the planks be laid running along the longest wall? Is it a matter of preference?

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What is the use of a check valve on a DIY Co2 reactor for planted tank?

i was planning on making a Co2 reactor like this one on this site for my planted community fish tank.
http://www.instructables.com/id/S5AE2QBFDTDO4Q4/
What use is it and do i need it?
Will my Co2 reactor work without it?
If i do need it, then where can i get one of these check valves?

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DIY: How do I make my own 10-gallon screen cover for a 10-gall aquarium?

What are the dimensions of a 10-gallon tank lid?
Wouldn't it be cheaper and easy to make your own lid instead of buying one for $15 at petco or petsmart?
THANKS!

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DIY Home renovations? I want to renovate my home from new walls, flooring and landscaping. How do I learn?

I want to learn how to do these things myself to save money and I know it can be done. I will leave the plumbing and electricity stuff to the professionals. But I want to learn how to put up dry wall, windows, and hardwood floors. Where do I find quality material such as granite, […]

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DIY pool heater. is there a cheap efficient way to heat my above ground pool using the sun?

I have tried the bubble stuff and it works good but i want something much less of a hassle like a simple flip of a switch. any ideas? im on a budget so it needs to be pretty inexpensive and i would prefere to use more solar energy than electric.

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