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Where can you buy toilet replacement parts online?

HomeDepot.com offers parts made by manufacturers such as Kohler, American Standard, Sloan, Zum and Danco, as well as Jag Plumbing Products and Fluidmaster. Customers have the option of searching by brand and refining searches by average customer ratings, prices and shipping options. The website also allows customers the option of leaving reviews and asking questions about each product.\nLowes.com sells parts made by over 20 manufacturers, including Danco, American Valve, American Standard, Fluidmaster and Barclay. The website allows users to choose up to four products simultaneously to compare..

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What are some tips for planting onions?

When planting onion seeds, place them at 1/2-inch intervals, and cover them with an inch of soil. Once the seeds sprout, thin them to 4- to 6-inch intervals that allow room for the bulbs to grow to maturity. If you plant onion sets, which are seeds that have sprouted into plants approximately 4 inches tall, space them using the larger spacing, eliminating the need to thin plants later.\nPrepare the planting beds for onions by working 2 to 4 inches of well-rotted manure or compost along with up to 2 pounds of complete fertilizer per 100 square feet into the soil. Avoid using sulfur based fertil..

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How do you build above ground storm shelters?

A steel-framed steel door with three deadbolts and 4-inch heavy duty five-knuckled hinges completes the shelter design. When determining where to place an above ground storm shelter or safe room, the ground floor or basement offer more protection than upper floors. There should be no power lines directly below or above the shelter. The garage is often a good location for an above ground shelter as it may offer more room for the shelter than somewhere in the house. Basements, having the benefit of a pre-existing layer of concrete walls, are also a good option.\nFive square feet of shelter space..

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How do you install new sewer pipe lining?

The first step is to inspect the sewer using a video camera to determine the location and extent of the damage. The inspection assesses the length of the pipe and whether the sewer meets the minimum requirements for a sewer pipe lining.\nAfter the inspection, thoroughly clean the pipe using a high pressure water jetter to get rid of roots and sludge. Use special tools to get rid of fat, oil, grease, dirt, mud and debris. Take a special fabric tube and cut it to the length of the tube you wish to replace. Mix self hardening part A and part B epoxy resins and use them to saturate the fabric tube..

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How do Serta and Simmons mattresses compare?

The Serta Perfect Day iSeries Applause was the number one highest-rated innerspring mattress and the Simmons Beautyrest Recharge Palisades Court Luxury Firm Pillowtop was the second highest-rated. Consumer Reports mattress rankings included three Serta beds and one Simmons bed.\nAn article accompanying the Consumer Reports ratings cautions that higher price does not always correlate with better performance, noting that the top-rated Serta model was also the lowest-priced of the top four innerspring mattresses, including the Simmons Beautyrest.\nThe National Sleep Foundation also recommends the..

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Where can you find Calphalon cookware reviews?

Performing a general search of Calphalon cookware within the "Home & Kitchen" category on Amazon typically yields everything by Calphalon that Amazon carries along with each product's corresponding set of customer reviews. On the Good Housekeeping website, click on product reviews. A link for cookware leads to results that include reviews of random Calphalon products — usually the latest Calphalon products to hit the market. Users can also type "Calphalon cookware reviews" into the search field on the homepage of the Good Housekeeping website. This search yields recent and past reviews.

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Can you paint aluminum windows?

The process begins with the cleaning of the windows using a mixture of hot water and mild soap or detergent. After cleaning, cover the windows with a lubricant and scrub to remove any stains before wiping it down. Prior to the application of a metal primer, tape the edge of the window. Apply a metal primer base next and allow it to dry before continuing. Last, apply paint and allow to dry before assessing the need for an additional coat.

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What is the best paint for a masonry/concrete/cinder block basement?

Certain products, such as INSL-X Waterblock and Behr Premium Basement and Masonry Waterproofer, are rated to resist hydrostatic pressure, which makes them good choices for a home that is prone to flooding or heavy rainfall. HGTV recommends Rubberize It! for superior adhesion and waterproofing, especially in areas with very wet soil or flooding. TuffCrete manufactures acrylic-based masonry and concrete paints that may be painted or sprayed onto uneven surfaces, such as stucco or cinder blocks. Many manufacturers produce paints and stains in a variety of colors, while other coatings can be paint..

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What is needed for installing a basement shower?

If the home was built with plans for a basement shower then there will be plumbing stubs already installed. In this case, the only thing needed to complete the installation is to select a shower and place it on the stubs.If the homeowner does not want to break into the concrete, an up-flush system can be installed. An up-flush system pumps sewage to the main sewer line from a holding tank. Up-flush systems are a great option for homeowners who did not have plumbing stubs installed or that do not want to hire a professional to complete the concrete work, but they can be expensive, making them a..

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How do you clean an LED TV screen?

Turn the TV offSwitch the LED TV off before you start cleaning it. It is easier to see dust and spots on a dark television screen.Dust the screenRub the screen very gently with a dry microfiber cloth to remove all dust. Use only the minimum amount of pressure necessary to remove the dust. LED screens scratch easily, and portions of the screen may burn out if you apply too much pressure.Rub the screen with a vinegar-water solutionDampen the microfiber cloth with a mixture containing equal parts of distilled water and distilled white vinegar. The vinegar keeps the water from streaking as it drie..

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