Is it possible to use an electric sander to level out the surface of the walls? Seems to me this would certainly be faster than a razor-by-hand approach. ... View related article.
Down comforters are nice, but they can also bring on sinus allergies eventually. If you are bound to have one I do suggest getting the most expensive one you can afford as not all down is equal. Grey Goose down is the most luxurious and least likely to eventually offend your sinuses. White Goose down would be next. All others are a combo of feathers and down which I strongly suggest not purchasing.
A lovely alternative (which I switched to after years of using down comforters and pillows) is 100% Silk. It's lightweight, cool in Summer and cozy warm in Winter. It's also (gently) washable, which down is not.
Whatever comforter you pick, be sure and use duvet covers so as to cut down on any direct cleaning of the comforter itself. Also, look for a small(er) diamond pattern construction to the quilting, as opposed to a box or channel pattern. Down, especially, will shift within the quiting and end up all at the bottom of each channel or box of the pattern. The smaller diamond shape is harder to find, usually more expensive, but worth it in the long run.
You can iron the wrinkles out but you need to do it slowly (be patient) and w/care. Don't place the iron directly on the material but use a pressing cloth (a cotton towel will work). Don't use high heat. Don't leave the iron in one place for very long. The key here is to work a small area at a time and not rush the job. ... View related article.
Why no trust for the shoe repair guy who's business it is to know leather? He's right. Your sandal leather is treated, and thus, unsuitable for dying.
If you need a second opinion, check phone listings in and around your city's area for a Tanner. They would carry a (expensive) product that can prepare untreated leather for dying, but it still likely wouldn't work for your shoes. :( ... View related article.
Time will eventually leech those smells, especially, if you make a point of keeping the piano aired out. To speed the process, you could try placing cedar blocks throughout areas within the piano. Perhaps moth balls (if you can stand that smell any better) would also work. Have you called a piano seller or piano tuning company for their input? ... View related article.
It should be that any of your local fabric stores will carry indoor/outdoor upholstry fabric designed nicely for outdoor uses. Alternatively, any heavy cotton based fabric should be good, such as cotton duck or denim. During winter months I would advise not leaving your cushions outside, or at the very least, use furniture covers over all your outside patio ware. ... View related article.
Oh! I hope you don't mind if I give some input on your post, heaven4441.
I'm an artist and I "paint canvas" all the time. :) You should certainly be able to do the same with your white hammock.
At the art store of your choice you can buy whatever color of acrylic paint you'd like (prices vary depending upon the quality & quantity of pigment in the color); I suggest using a single pigment color. Mix it with water and some "slo-dry medium" (to extend it & slow the drying time, as acrylic dries very fast) Mix it to a watery-thin consistency, and with a large house-painting type brush, paint away.
The medium you mixed in will keep the paint colorfast and act as a weather protectant once it dries. You may have to do more than one very thin coating in order to obtain the depth of color you desire, while still keeping the canvas pliable.
I do believe this will work rather nicely, but if you're not sure about trying it on the hammock, you could buy a piece of heavy canvas @ the fabric store to practice on first. ... View related article.
My suggestion is that if you do decide to use the bleach, you resign yourself to bleaching out the fabric a light layer of color at a time. Bleach in full strength quantity is very caustic to even the heaviest of cotton fabrics, weakening and breaking them down, likely even causing holes in the fabric.
Also, be aware, that even some fabrics labeled "100% Cotton" can yellow with bleaching, and any fabric containing nylon or a similar blend will definitely yellow. ... View related article.
It sounds as though some sort of chemical or hormonal change has taken place, making this an internal, rather than external issue.
Are you peri-menopausal? Changes in hormone levels can certainly affect hair. As women age our hormone levels drop and every part of our bodies are affected, including our hair.
Have you been on any kind of medication (or changes in medicine) for a while now? Some meds will definitely affect hair (and nail) texture and growth.
Have you changed your eating habits? Sometimes, in an effort to lose weight, people reduce their fat intake to levels that don't provide the necessary oils to maintain healthy hair, skin & nail care.
Perhaps you should speak with your doctor about the change since it's of some concern to you. It may be there's an internal medical reason you both need to know about. ... View related article.
