signs of snake(s) in house
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Saw the 1880 house - are these signs of poor foundation?
Comments (7)Diane - thank you for your sincere response, and I agree with you, I couldn't possibly judge the house without a professional...that was not at all my intention in asking questions here. I can assure you I do not plan to base future home purchases off of a few comments I read on Garden Web. I think this can be a wonderful resource to increase knowledge and help people to learn what to look for, and at least feel like I have a slight advantage when the time comes to speak with that professional. Ok I really regret mentioning the wallpaper because apparently I sound like an idiot. LOL* I had followed a link from a Garden Web member here in the home forums some time ago and it was to a web site documenting a major renovation of a very old home. There was mention of the wallpaper falling off of the wall in large pieces after having the foundation rebuilt, and I was just curious if a bad foundation could also cause the wallpaper to fall off in chunks that way...I didn't mean to ask if 80 year old peeling wallpaper had any connection to the foundation. Geez! LOL* My Dad and I also talked about the "slight" slope a porch should have...but this is quite pronounced and as I said it's as if it's falling away from the house. A section of the roof is attatched to the deck and so it does in my uneducated mind make me think foundation, but from your posts it sounds like this is equally difficult to judge without a professional. Thank you all very much for your responses....See MoreArt Deco House Sign for a 1921 Lake Cottage
Comments (16)Hello, Patty/hoosierquilt! Find the posting on gardenweb.com (it is on Page 2 of the Messages): âÂÂIâÂÂm Back!!! With Photos!!â by calamityj. Click on her posting, and scroll down her comments & replies, and look for my posting (segrieb) on March 12, 2014. CalamityjâÂÂs reply follows on March 13, 2014 This will explain how she hung her mosaic cross. To answer your question about the house numbers⦠I used 1â nylon spacers that were 3/8â in diameter (I think! I just made sure that the screw that came with the number fit through the opening in the nylon spacer). Each metal number had 2 screw holes, so I marked where the screw holes would be on the Wediboard. The Wediboard is ýâ thick. The 1â spacers are then recessed into & through the Wediboard ýâÂÂ. This leaves the remaining ýâ of the spacer sticking out from the WediboardâÂÂs front surface, and ý inch into the Wediboard, pushed through and stopped - flush with the backside surface. I set these in place with E6000. This is before I started the mosaic work. The numbers were then set into place over the spacers after the mosaic work & the grouting were completed, being very careful not to dislodge the spacers from the Wediboard. The screws for each number go through the number itself, through the 1â spacer, and needs to stick out about ýâ on the backside of the Wediboard (You may have to buy longer screws; I did). I used all stainless steel screws, washers & nuts. I also added more E6000 glue as I tightened the screws onto the nuts. By tightened, I donâÂÂt mean TIGHT, because the Wediboard has lots of âÂÂgiveâ to it. Just secure the numbers in place without muscle! I didnâÂÂt want the screws to stick out on the back & scratch the aluminum siding, so I bought some plastic nut covers to place over the ends, using more E6000. Those numbers are going no where!!! Have I confused you? One regret⦠everything about the house sign is Art Deco EXCEPT the numbers. I could have ordered Art Deco numbers, but they would have cost 4Xs more that the standard black metal numbers that you find at hardware stores. The Art Deco numbers would have been so cool, and worth the extra money. Susan G...See MoreHelp - buying house, in contract, backyard overgrown and has snakes
Comments (24)I think it would actually be rude to ask the sellers to clean the place. I can't believe that anyone would think otherwise. Every man and his dog knows that the way to get the best price for your house is to have everything clean, sparkling and stripped of anything remotely verging on natural. Straight, clean lines. Not a blade of grass doing anything other than standing up straight. The world has gone mad in my opinion. When someone has 'neglected' their garden and it contains life, many would-be buyers run for the hills. Only more or less normal people are left to make an offer. Be glad that you got the place for the price you did. I don't have a problem with asking for something as a rule, but it has to be reasonable....See MoreSnake plant home depot-curling?
Comments (3)A beautiful plant. Good choice. Here are a few good places for care instructions: Click Here Click Here The following is an edit of the second "Click Here" w/o all the ads/pictures. To all: if you don't agree with something in the following text, please comment. ======================BEGIN========================== The Snake Plant and the closely related Mother-in-Law's Tongue (S. trifasciata laurentii) are architectural plants with stiff, upright leaves up to 3 or 4 feet tall. The Snake Plant has green banded leaves, while the Mother-in-Law's Tongue features a yellow border. These plants are among the toughest of all houseplants—they can withstand virtually any conditions, from dark to bright. The only way to surely kill them is to overwater or never water at all. Growing Conditions: Light: Although they are very forgiving, the sansevieria prefers bright light with some sun. They can adapt to full sun. Water: Let the soil dry between waterings. During winter, reduce watering to monthly, or whenever the soil is dry to the touch. Err on the side of underwatering. Temperature: They prefer warmth and will suffer if exposed to temperatures below 50ºF. Soil: A loose, well-drained potting mix. They will do well in sandier soils. Fertilizer: Feed a mild cactus fertilizer during the growing season; do not fertilizer in the winter. Propagation: Sansevieria can be divided easily during repotting. Alternatively, new shoots, which emerge from the soil as spikes, can be taken and potted independently. They are rapid growers once established. Cuttings can also be taken, but it's much easier to rely on division. Repotting: Repot in the spring. Sansevieria are rapid growers and may need repotting or dividing annually. A well-grown sansevieria can split a clay pot with its mass of underground shoots. When repotting, always use fresh potting soil. Grower's Tips: These are one of the best houseplants for beginners and for striking displays. They are excellent in a grouping and will grow equally well on the floor or on table-top displays. Native to tropical Africa, the biggest danger is overwatering, especially in the winter. =======================END====================== Any questions, please ask! The people here are happy to help....See MoreKatie S
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