-
How to remove security door lock?
My front security door accidentally got locked, and I can’t open it with my keys. I tried locking and unlocking it several times, but it didn’t work. I removed the door handles and most of the hardware, but I still can’t get the door open. I also tried to remove the lock cylinder, but I couldn’t get it out. Any advice or…
-
Why are the leaves on lemon tree curling up?
I have a lemon tree. About 50% of the leaves are turning yellow. Does it mean nutrient deficiency? The leaves are curling up. The tree is more than 15 years old. Thank you.
-
Should I paint my fire-damaged garage?
My car garage was on fire last year and it was burnt to black colour. I am in the process of having it repaired by insurance company. I want the ceiling, wall and floor to be painted because they could not be cleaned to the original look. However the insurance company told me this: "The painted surface will create a…
-
How to drill a hole in a door?
I try to drill a hole on a door for a door lock. I bought a hole saw from Bunnings. When I drilled, the pilot drill bit was rotating which is good. But the cylindrical blade ate into the wood and refused to rotate. Basically the blade stopped while the drill bit was still running.
-
How to join food saucepan lid and handle?
How to join a saucepan lid and handle back together? I believe both parts are stainless steel. Thank you.
-
How to clean food steamer?
The bottom part of the food steamer always hold water for steaming up food. As a result, some kind of materials are built up over a period of time. I tried detergent, steel wool and other Jif. It does not seem to work. Thank you.
-
How to choose timber for garden shed?
I want to build a garden shed with the size of 2.4M x 1.8M. I have done some research and am still not sure if I have chosen the correct type of timbers for my project. Bearer : Pine Structural MGP12 Blue H2 Common Stud : L/M Outdoor Framing MGP10 H3 Treated Pine Stump : F7 H4 KD Treated Pin Premium Post I am not sure the…
-
How to fill the gaps between concrete slabs to stop weeds?
Weeds are building up between backyard slabs. What kind of material should be used to fill the gaps?
-
How to seal holes on the side of a laundry cabinet?
We have just installed a new laundry cabinet. There are two holes (see photo). About 7 cm in diameter. How to seal those holes? It doesn't look good when I use sticky tape to cover over the holes.
-
How to remove water scale from shower head?
Over time, my bathroom's shower head is coated with some white dots. I am unable to remove them with Jif or washing detergent. How to remove them?
-
How to remove rust stains from floor tiles?
After I remove my old laundry cabinet, I could see rust stains on floor tiles. How do I remove them? Thanks.
-
How to replace a door lock?
Usually I am able to replace a simple door lock. However this one looks different. After I remove the door knob, I could see copper-coloured internal part. I don't know how to remove the whole door lock from the door. What kind of door knob set is suitable for replacement?
-
How to repair damp wall damage?
The tiles are falling off our laundry wall. Only at the bottom. How to repair the damage? Can we replace the bottom gypock wall with new gypock? Thanks.
-
How to flatten iron nails?
A handyman has installed a new door frame for us. However the iron nails are sticking out. The handyman is not going to fix the problem. How do I flatten the iron nails? I am thinking of using a hammer but it may chip the wood. Thank you.
