Rod is rusty and I want to replace but I can’t find a rod that comes with the same shape hardware and I don’t know about patching stuff and painting etc. Will any curbed shower rod fit in this same old mount (I’m guess not?) or can you help me find a mount like this?

Or can you give me the assurance that patching is easy…

I remodeled the kitchen in my 1990 single story ranch home. I added an island with an 18 sq ft quartz island top to use as a dining surface. At the time I didn’t even think to sister the floor joists under it but now I’m starting to feel some bounce in the floors and figured I might as well just add them to be safe.

The island is between the outside wall and the main carrying beam of the house (favoring the main carrying beam side). Since I also ran my new ductwork pretty close to where the island sits above, I’ll have to feed the new joists over the carrying beam on the other side of the basement to get them into place.

I’m sure ideally the sistering wood would span the carrying beam to the foundation wall, but since that’s not possible, what’s the next best solution?

EDIT:

I should clarify some things:

1. The island sits perpendicular to the floor joists

2. I meant to say, should the sistering joist span from the carrying beam to the foundation wall in one piece.

I got this old chest. I really like the old wallpaper stuck on it. I would therefore like to restore it by first cleaning it, particularly on the top. I have already very delicately wiped a sponge with soapy water. I don't know what product I can use now? baking soda?

I'm desperate to find advice on restoring old paper...

And why did it happen? I’m using an induction stove adapter plate for my moka pot mostly on it.

How should I fill these drilled holes from previous blind fittings before installing my new blind? The wood lines the window recess. I'm not sure what is underneath, but the house is stone-built.

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I need to fire up the wood chipper to get rid of a ton of branches from a recent storm. How early is too early for the neighbors on a weekend?

Hi all!

We would love to spray paint this IKEA chair in white. Do you know if this is possible?

Do we need to strip the old paint first, or remove a coating? Do we need to coat our chair after spray painting to keep it from coming off on our clothes?

I'm new at this and would appreciate any help!

https://www.ikea.com/de/de/p/skalboda-sessel-orange-40555309/

I haven't used my device in a while. When I tried to use it recently, it does not emit steam. The light turns on, the head is heating, I can hear the motor running when I push the button, but no steam.

I tried descaling it with vinegard and even putin the reservoir in hot water with descalimg solution, but it did not work. If anyone has any suggestions how to fix it, they would be highly appreciated :)

Thank you!

I am thinking about buying a gas range for my new house. I pulled out my old electric range to see if I have gas hook up back there. Is what I’m seeing a gas hookup that has just been capped off??

Question for the group. My dad told me yesterday the pieces of wood that support his deck have come loose over time. If you grab them and shake them, it has play in it. I'm not sure if the fasteners have come loose or if they have snapped, I have not been there to look yet. This is not his deck but a similar design I found online. What is my next move? What kind of fastener should I get to put these back in place? He lives off the grid so id like to bring the right hardware

Long story short I didn't have a heat gun or a hair dryer or an iron so I was using a frying pan to put some knee patches on several pairs of pants. Worked great for the first couple pairs until one time I got it too hot and it melted a chunk of the nylon patch onto the bottom of the pan instantly.

Melting or burning it off is going to cause all kinds of nasty fumes and I don't have a non-cooking heat source for that.

I'm sure sandpaper will work but there will be scratches left in the stainless steel of the pan. I'm not sure if I have any steel wool. Brillo pads probably won't be strong enough.

Any ideas?

Had a branch come down on our porch ceiling a few weeks ago. Trying to figure out a relatively safe way to access this area to clean or cover up the hole in the glass until I can get it replaced. Any ideas?

I bought this lampshade and wanted to construct this standing lamp. I have very limited experience in woodworking. (Just sone smal projects with shelfs and coffee tables)

What is the best way to handle this? How do I make it stable? Is it better do a straight post? Do I need to consider something with the electrics?

Thank you in advance. PS. sorry for the bad sketch made in paint😅

Oil based Weathershield paint.

No, she's not happy......

Built a corsirosenthal box for my two parents who are heavy cigarette smokers. It lasted about 5 weeks and now it’s been a full 2 months and I can’t even walk through my living room without holding my breath. It’s kind of a hassle to build one so quick so I was looking for something that’s easier to swap out also can’t afford all the filters every 5 weeks aswell. Dad is disabled and can’t go outside to smoke. Mom refuses to. Getting them to quit is also out of question as that’s been a 15 year diy on my part so. I’m just trying to preserve just my own lungs at this point.

The door swings inwards and outwards. There is a silicone strip at the bottom which does a bad job stopping the water.

The seal feels like it’s coming off and it is bent in a way that doesn’t make contact with the floor.

I wouldn’t have the clue on how to replace it. Any help will be appreciated

There's a low hum /vibration from this box, others online said to disconnect the wire to transformer but I can't seem to open it. Anyone have suggestions? Ty