Using Roofing Shingles to Side a Shed?
Im only a DIY landlord for 25 years. I recently read an article on just what you want to do. Using roofing shingles as siding wont work because the shingles wont seal to each other like on a roof to keep out water damage. They would just flap in the wind.
Products for Dry Hair?
At 63 I color my hair and it was like straw no matter what I did. Saw this tip on a beauty forum. Dont use products with alcohol. Now using Garnier Fructis shampoo, condition & hair spray. Also Kenra hairspray. Read the labels, it worked for me. Look for moisturizing...
Weed Prevention Tips When Preparing Garden?
I spray the area for a new/fresh garden with Round-Up about 2-3 weeks before I plant. Added top soil, maure and peat. Raked it smooth. Last year I laid out s biodgradable week blocker over the bare ground then added shredded mulch. Then I planted all my flowers...
Wall Necklace Hanger
After looking for an inexpensive necklace holder, I bought a tie/belt closet holder, mounted it on the wall and can hang all my necklaces tangle free.
Other Uses for Pierced Earrings?
I love the larger pierced earrings and have often used a pair or a single (when Ive lost the other) as broaches, scarf clips or lapel pins. And just for fun I take that single earring and pair it with another complementary pair, wearing 2 earrings in one ear...
Frugal Anti-Fugal Humidifier Solution?
I use a small bit of any brand clorox in the water for anti-bacterial and anti-fungal.
Garden Edging For Waterproof Molding and Window Sills
What an innovative soltion. But you really should have someone in to check why your windows are always weeping. If the moisture is rotting your windowsills its rotting something else. Could be your roof
Garden Edging For Waterproof Molding and Window Sills
What an innovative soltion. But you really should have someone in to check why your windows are always weeping. If the moisture is rotting your windowsills its rotting something else. Could be your roof
Collecting Freebies for Gifts
Are you ready for lots of really great freebies? How about 600+ freebies and deals a week? Theres a new group in town!! Friends_Freebies is the place for those who love Finding and Sharing Freebies and Deals with Friends. Hints, Tips, Frugal Living, Recipes...
Getting Rid of Green Algae?
You dont say what the green algae is on. But for most purposes plain old laundry bleach will kill it.
Low or No-Cost Medicine?
Go to http://www.needymeds.com/ Youll find all the information you need and its totally free.
Uses for Non-working Freezers?
You could also use it as a pantry for your canned goods, flour and sugar, etc.
Buying a Portable Washer and Dryer?
Go to http://www.consumerreports.org/main/home.jsp and purchase a $5 one month membership. Consumer Reprots will compare washer/dryer combos, tell you which is the best for the price and many other comparisons. I used it when I bought my regular washer & dryer...
Candle Soot On Walls?
Please, please dont burn wax candles. Soy candles have no residue and a stronger scent throw. Candle warmers are great. Last year a tenant moved out and EVERYWHERE in the house was black soot. It was so bad it took 2 coats of oil based Kiltz and 2 coats of...
Can't Afford Your Prescription Drugs? Call The Manufacturer
a wonderful FREE site for patient assistance programs and the pharmaceutical manufacturers who participate is http://needymeds.com The site also has information for prescription discount cards from manufacturers I believe this is the best site on the Internet...
Large Snakes in Swimming Pool?
I faced this every spring when opening the pool and Im terrified of snakes. My solution was to use a lengeth of board propped against the pool side. The snakse soon left.
