I have some questions about the metal roofs on our porches. [more inside]
posted on May 16, 2008 - 7 answers

Can I raise fish for eating in my back yard? [more inside]
posted on May 9, 2008 - 8 answers

How can I create lighting in my room that simulates the patterns made when the sunlight shines through a tree? [more inside]
posted on Apr 28, 2008 - 20 answers

What's the best home-repair / fixit manual for someone with little-to-no experience in such matters? Also, web sites and / or blogs in the same vein? [more inside]
posted on Apr 25, 2008 - 19 answers

Help me set up a walk-in closet. What are your experiences with the various lines of closet systems (Elfa, Ikea, FreedomRail, Closetmaid) or DIY? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2008 - 7 answers

What's the best/easiest design to build a sandbox? I'd like to build a sandbox for my boys -- who are currently ages 4, 2 and 2 months, though hopefuly they (and any more kids we happen to have) would use it for a long time. A google search yielded many, many results, but I'd like to know if anybody out there has done it and can point me to a relatively easy design (my skills exist but are limited). I'm thinking 4 feet square would be enough, though if you also have advice for size, I'd like to hear that, too.
posted on Apr 23, 2008 - 24 answers

Help me figure out how to get plastic coating off metal chairs! [more inside]
posted on Apr 20, 2008 - 8 answers

I'm looking for detailed online directions to remove/change the blower motor from a 1998 Mercury Mystique (Ford Contour). I've checked the Contour Enthusiast Group and found nothing. Any suggestions?
posted on Apr 18, 2008 - 2 answers

My trusty Krups coffee excretor gave up the ghost, but would be easily repairable if ONLY I could find a source for the blown thermal fuse. Any idea where I could find one, AskMeFi? [more inside]
posted on Apr 17, 2008 - 11 answers

I want to get started with woodworking. Where can I start? [more inside]
posted on Apr 13, 2008 - 9 answers

Help me create a template for determining when I should DIY or not. [more inside]
posted on Apr 10, 2008 - 7 answers

Is there any earthly way - preferably on the up & up - to get a copy of Raiders of the Losk Ark: The Adaptation? (see also, see also). Gaining admission to a local screening would also be acceptable. [more inside]
posted on Apr 5, 2008 - 3 answers

ApartmentTechnologyFilter: What sorts of fun DIY technology projects can I use to improve the apartment-living experience for my roommates and I? [more inside]
posted on Apr 2, 2008 - 9 answers

We live in a “vintage” 1920s three floor/six unit condo building. The plaster and lathe walls have their charm, but insulation was an unknown concept in 1920. Next winter, I don't want to freeze. [more inside]
posted on Mar 31, 2008 - 5 answers

Buying an engagement ring. Advice wanted on a) Estate Jewelry: recommendations on how to buy & not get ripped off. b) Make-your-own-ring workshops: how to get a good used diamond. c) recommendations for both of the above in the LA / SoCal area. [more inside]
posted on Mar 30, 2008 - 5 answers

Can anyone think of a reason that would prevent me from mounting an older g4 xserve flush against a wall? [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2008 - 13 answers

How do I take a song off a regular cd, add viewable lyrics (and whatever else is necessary) and turn it into a karaoke disc that I can hand to the kj at a karaoke joint? I already have evil lyrics and some other audio software, but I can only find reference to working with songs that are already on a cdg ... no references in my audio programs to exactly how to make one myself. [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2008 - 3 answers

I want to physically cut-up vinyl records and books into pieces, which I will then glue back together in various, alternate combinations. What are the best methods of doing this? [more inside]
posted on Mar 25, 2008 - 10 answers

In the latest Dwell magazine there was a house featured with a chair made from pallets. Very simple and elegant, it also had a small mention of a company called Tolstrup. Help me find the downloadable plans mentioned. [more inside]
posted on Mar 18, 2008 - 9 answers

I built this mini guitar amp based on this circuit. But I used a 4 watt speaker rather than the 8 watts specified. What are the consequences of that change? [more inside]
posted on Mar 17, 2008 - 8 answers

Help me construct a 3' tall raised herb garden in my backyard. Materials? Subtrate Levels? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 8 answers

Machine shop for dummies? [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2008 - 14 answers

What should the dimensions and surface of a DIY ping pong table be? [more inside]
posted on Feb 25, 2008 - 5 answers

what's the secret handshake that gets me access to the interesting/unusual materials that designers and contractors can get ahold of? [more inside]
posted on Feb 24, 2008 - 17 answers

DIY photolithography: has anyone ever tried to etch their own high-resolution PCB layouts or electrode patterns? [more inside]
posted on Feb 24, 2008 - 6 answers

How do I make decent egg noodles? [more inside]
posted on Feb 22, 2008 - 8 answers

I have a mirror that looks like the one in this picture. The frame broke. [more inside]
posted on Feb 22, 2008 - 7 answers

What is the secret to bread texture? [more inside]
posted on Feb 19, 2008 - 28 answers

Working on DIY solar charger from modified garden power lamps. Of course the panels look different than the ones in the pictures! [more inside]
posted on Feb 17, 2008 - 6 answers

I've rolled my own backup solution, and I want to know if I could/should be doing anything more. What I'm basically doing now is copying over everything every 10 days, and deleting anything that's over 4 backups old. [more inside]
posted on Feb 16, 2008 - 24 answers

What are your recommendations for upgrades to make a more competent gaming PC? [more inside]
posted on Feb 11, 2008 - 23 answers

What are the best components for a build it yourself system these days? Not nec. brands but what specs are important. Can you rec'd a good place to read about the options?
posted on Feb 10, 2008 - 10 answers

Cob on the corn(er): where can I learn to mix and build with cob? [more inside]
posted on Feb 7, 2008 - 9 answers

DIY: I'm hanging two sets of rolling curtains from IKEA today in my apartment. Each one will be hanging from the ceiling of a window niche, which is drywall. [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2008 - 3 answers

I'm looking for remodeling picture sets (like this) for renovation inspiration. They don't have to be on Flickr, but a sequential, step-by-step series would be nice. Is there a site that specializes in these types of DIY remodel picture sets?
posted on Jan 30, 2008 - 2 answers

Printer paper - I'm printing my portfolio for application to art college. Hoping to DIY so I'm looking for high quality, A3, dual-sided, matte paper for use with a Canon Pixma IX 4000 printer. I think. [more inside]
posted on Jan 28, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm in a second floor apartment with touchy neighbors. How do I play DDR more quietly? [more inside]
posted on Jan 23, 2008 - 18 answers

What set of power tools can I assemble that will allow me to build things out of wood and will store in a closet? [more inside]
posted on Jan 22, 2008 - 23 answers

Woodworking filter: What steps can I take to ensure a home-built bed can withstand, umm, nocturnal escapades? [more inside]
posted on Jan 18, 2008 - 15 answers

I need plans to make my own ikea inspired furniture, do these even exist ? [more inside]
posted on Jan 16, 2008 - 6 answers

Thinking of solder to fix a broken flask. Tell me why I shouldn't do this. [more inside]
posted on Jan 15, 2008 - 12 answers

Design for a home-made wooden snowboard/ski/snowshoe rack? [more inside]
posted on Jan 13, 2008 - 4 answers

What type of saw blade should I use to cut LDF (light density fiberboard?) [more inside]
posted on Jan 12, 2008 - 6 answers

The original wallpaper in my house was applied directly to the drywall. I'm guessing this is/was a pretty popular builder's trick, at least in the 80s (and oh, the horror of the peach and navy wallpapers), but even with careful scoring and steaming I am losing the very outer epidermis of the drywall paper in a lot of places. [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2008 - 18 answers

About 10 years ago, I bought a pair of Bose 301 Series 2 speakers. They've now been through a number of moves and they're sounding not-as-good. I'm not sure how to define the difference--they sound muddier, and less three-dimensional. I pulled off the front grill and didn't see any visible damage. How can I determine the cause, and then repair it? [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2008 - 11 answers

What plywood is guaranteed to be straight and rigid? i.e., suitable for use in furniture construction? [more inside]
posted on Jan 9, 2008 - 14 answers

How do you change the speed on an old belt driven drill press? [more inside]
posted on Jan 7, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm looking to make a pair of DIY Vans and I need help in deciding what to use. [more inside]
posted on Jan 5, 2008 - 6 answers

Will you help me set up a simple yet functional home recording studio? [more inside]
posted on Dec 29, 2007 - 13 answers

How do I create a linux-based game station that's loaded with emulators and roms that I can hook up to my tv? [more inside]
posted on Dec 27, 2007 - 13 answers