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  1. Question: Laquered Brass

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    In the deep dark recesses of my mind, there is...

    In the deep dark recesses of my mind, there is some combination of baking soda & something else?? That you put in water & boil the item. I really would like to avoid c&hemicals. I use a combination...
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    There is also a product on the market called...

    There is also a product on the market called "Brass Wizard" made specifically for Brass, and it is such a good finish, many boats (sail & power) use it to protect their brass, which tarnishes quickly...
  3. Question: Laquered Brass

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    Laquered Brass

    Do any of you good people out there know how to remove the laquer coat that is put on Brass? It is pitted and would like to remove all laquer & polish brass. Thank you!
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    Rust on White Carpet

    I have several rust stains on a acrylic off-white carpet. Will any of the products like Rustoleum" get rid of the stains. Is it safe? Would prefer to use something NON-chemical if anyone has...
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    In my province, B.C. that type of installation...

    In my province, B.C. that type of installation does not meet building code. I would remove formica, install hardibacker, paint with membrane & use thinset. You will avoid a lot of down the road...
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    If this were my home I would remove formica &...

    If this were my home I would remove formica & install Hardi-backer (cement board) coated with HPG due to the amount of moisture in the area. After years of tiling I am more inclined to use thinset on...
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    For my own peace of mind I would thank them. You...

    For my own peace of mind I would thank them. You do not always receive a gift in a package with a name on it. It could have been a cash gift. It could have been another contribution. I would...
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    Please check your local State Laws. If you lived...

    Please check your local State Laws. If you lived in Canada, absolutely not. Marriage is joint everything. Please check with your local (we have free) Law Offices.
  9. All Marble must be sealed... cultured just means...

    All Marble must be sealed... cultured just means man-made... like cultured pearls. It is still porous and highly acceptable to other materials.
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    Remove the marble... do the job right & sleep at...

    Remove the marble... do the job right & sleep at night.
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    Once again, OH MY GOSH, you MUST use a diamond...

    Once again, OH MY GOSH, you MUST use a diamond blade to cut Marble... and your best bet is to find a friend with a Wet Saw. Of all the materials I cut... Marble is the scariest as it's structure is...
  12. Marble is a very porous material and must be...

    Marble is a very porous material and must be meticulously sealed. You can ensure beautiful longevity by sealing it yourself and knowing that your marble is protected. Your local tiling store has...
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    Gosh, I would never attempt to cover over grout...

    Gosh, I would never attempt to cover over grout that is already compromised. Be safe. NOT sorry. Remove tiles... a good hardibacker in place & know you've done it right.
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    Use Mapei HPG first to paint drywall... or any...

    Use Mapei HPG first to paint drywall... or any membrane that is paintable. Then use any form of Thinset... there are rapid set thinsets available. I would just use grout to fill screw holes...
  15. In my little world, we have used to many forms of...

    In my little world, we have used to many forms of un-natural pest control. I grew up in the country... we DID NOT know what pesticides were... Locusts---old brooms,shirts, run, yell... name the...
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    Hey, gang... I have painted over a lot of my...

    Hey, gang... I have painted over a lot of my wallpaper in this "lil ol house". I sandpaper the seams, I am doing this right now. If the wallpaper is really well bonded, I haven't had a problem. Do...
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    Make sure that all the wallpaper is securely...

    Make sure that all the wallpaper is securely adhered as well. The moisture in the paint sometimes lifts some of the wallpaper. As rankrank55 says... preparation is ultimate.
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    If it were me, I would coat the walls with...

    If it were me, I would coat the walls with Mapei's HPG (as a vapour barrier) and use Mapei's Ultra-Lite as a thinset. It will help to fill the "divots" and is easy to level. I only mention "Mapei"...
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    Once again, DO YOU read your answers before you...

    Once again, DO YOU read your answers before you post them... are you on something? Where do you ge t the 50:1 ratio you on honing in on... your answers are so single focused.Pay attention to the big...
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    You are not answering the original question. We...

    You are not answering the original question. We understand 2-cycle engine... and fuel mix... & the method of delivery... it is the amount to be delivered AND THAT IS MANUFACTURER SPECIFIC. Read...
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    I have 4 Echos, a Husky and a Stihl, the fuel...

    I have 4 Echos, a Husky and a Stihl, the fuel ratio mixtures for all of these are 50:1 BUT I would contact a Homelite dealer in your area for the manufacturers specs.
  22. Question: Echo trimmer

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    I think you need to change your air filter. I...

    I think you need to change your air filter. I have 4 Echos, and only when the air filter is not clean do I experience loss of power.
  23. Question: Daffodil bulbs

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    Vesey's sell several daffodils with many...

    Vesey's sell several daffodils with many variations of pink centers & white petals. Just Google Vessey's.
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    NOT! You must let them finish blooming and the...

    NOT! You must let them finish blooming and the stalks die back before you transplant them. The green stalks are storing nutrition for next years blooms, don';t interrupt what Mother Nature has...
  25. I think you'd get more feedback asking one...

    I think you'd get more feedback asking one question at a time. But I think the first question answers all the rest.
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    You seem to have a pretty good handle on what is...

    You seem to have a pretty good handle on what is causing your problems. What I see lacking in your modus operandi is fresh air, exercise, and regular healthy meals. It will take a while, but set...
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    Try Sears, Craftsman, or e-bay!

    Try Sears, Craftsman, or e-bay!
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    I could be totally wrong, but in B.C. where I...

    I could be totally wrong, but in B.C. where I live, the landlord/lady would have to produce pictures (of theft items) in rental suite & invoices, plus a Police Report noting that she/he had notified...
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    I think the drugs have already got to you. What...

    I think the drugs have already got to you. What an insane reply!
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    I forgot to mention that there are several...

    I forgot to mention that there are several varieties of sonic devices, the high end ones have a sonic/sound control, and they may work better for rats. Turned up to highest level, some of my friends...
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    I live in the Southern Gulf Islands, Tent...

    I live in the Southern Gulf Islands, Tent Caterpillars are very cyclic in our area. Every 7 years. The trees I wish to protect on my property, I do a thorough inspection and I find dark brown scabs...
  32. Question: Black Ants

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    All my life, my family has used an equal mix of...

    All my life, my family has used an equal mix of Borax & Icing Sugar, put in tiny dishes in cupboards, small glass jars laid on their side (so animals can't get in,) the icing sugar attracts them, the...
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    I am sure you have seen my posts about my rat...

    I am sure you have seen my posts about my rat problems... I have installed 4 sonic devices, and sadly enough they seem to be doing NOTHING! I am using RATZAPPERS and eliminating them one by one.
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    I certainly wouldn't. You DO NOT know what the...

    I certainly wouldn't. You DO NOT know what the sub-floor construction is. If you insist upon doing this (without knowing subfloor) install 1/4" hard-backer, nailed/screwed every 6". CAUTION; when...
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    I think the only person that can determine if...

    I think the only person that can determine if these are separate health issues, is your physician and you should see him/her for the pain. I have basically eliminated the alcohol from my life,...
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    This isn't going to help you much, but I did...

    This isn't going to help you much, but I did color my hair (bleach it) in late pregnancy and my hair turned a lovely shade of green. The worst part was that I had to travel the next morning... so...
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    Because drugs are illegal, they are produced...

    Because drugs are illegal, they are produced under precarious conditions, and quite often with toxic ingredients. Each time you buy & use, you are playing "russian roulette," with your life. ...
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    For some odd reason, I feel like you are acting...

    For some odd reason, I feel like you are acting like a self-indulgent brat! It has to be difficult for your parents, with their regimental lifestyle, to have a child, living under their roof, to be...
  39. Question: Where did.

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    We all miss you, Talaniman! You made us smile &...

    We all miss you, Talaniman! You made us smile & laugh! Good soul food!
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    Somewhere.. sometime... someplace, something...

    Somewhere.. sometime... someplace, something happened that you are not telling us about!Did you at sometime, maybe at the beginning,discourage your son from having a relation-ship or marrying this...
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    I see a picture here of you rebelling, the...

    I see a picture here of you rebelling, the dreads, the piercings, the tattoos! I am sure all this contributes to your parents unhappiness with your progress. You have accepted the fact that you are...
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    Complications

    If I were in your shoes (which I am not) I would have a coffee with the girl and tell her what you know & if she doesn't correct the situation, you will have to take it one step further to protect...
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    An ounce of prevention. I really think that if...

    An ounce of prevention. I really think that if you are in the middle of this environment, it would be wise for you to seek counselling for yourself. You will then "have the tools" to protect...
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    This is such a delicate situation, a burden to...

    This is such a delicate situation, a burden to big for you to carry without the help of professional intervention. Seriously take heed of the words of; brandy681,isabelle & AW805. I am afraid that...
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    I see "red flags" all over in this relationship!...

    I see "red flags" all over in this relationship! Reading your question from a "total outsider" it seems like you are incredibly needy (not trying to hurt you) and insecure. I am thinking you are...
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    There are "bells" going off all over, when I read...

    There are "bells" going off all over, when I read this post. It seems to me that this relationship has nowhere to go. Serious thinking must be done here. It seems this relationship is based on all...
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    You must learn to love yourself,before anyone...

    You must learn to love yourself,before anyone else can love you!
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    Who is the manufacturer? Check the "yellow pages"...

    Who is the manufacturer? Check the "yellow pages" for a dealer in your area. If not one contact the manufacturer through the internet.
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    I don't know whether this will help, I have many...

    I don't know whether this will help, I have many pieces of equipment, and I find that from time to time I have to replace the "Primer Bulbs." They deteriorate, the plastic breaks down & they get...
  50. Question: Hair error!

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    First put on a toque! Sorry! In our pharmacies,...

    First put on a toque! Sorry! In our pharmacies, like Shoppes Drug Mart, we have beauty consultants (reps. For companies like L'Oreal or Clairol),hopefully you have the same, show them your "hair...
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