Is lacquer and Polyurethane the same for woodworking?

September 5th, 2010

Is lacquer and Polyurethane the same for woodworking?


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Where to buy cheap and good bookcase?

September 5th, 2010

the best is with door. Do anyone know where to get it? Thks


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    Any creative idea on how to create a cat-proof lid for the aquarium I plan on keeping gerbils in?

    September 4th, 2010

    So I’ve been strongly considering getting two gerbils, which I would keep in a 10 gallon aquarium (as opposed to a plastic or metal cage that they can chew through). However, I have two cats, and both of them have claws. The standard lid for this kind of aquarium would just be a mesh top, but I’m concerned that it wouldn’t be strong enough to support the weight of one of my cats climbing on top, or it might rip if the cats clawed at it. Does anyone have any ideas for how I can create a cat-proof lid?

    Just some extra info…
    – I was thinking of maybe using a smell that cats dislike, such as citronella oil, but I’m worried that it might harm the gerbils. Does anyone know about this?
    – I can’t keep my cats out of my bedroom (where the gerbils will be) because the house has shifted, and my door no longer closes completely
    – I have a tall bookcase I could potentially set the cage on, but I’m worried about the cats trying to jump up there and knocking things off (like the cage)! Thoughts?

    Thanks so much for your help… unless I find a good solution, I won’t be able to get gerbils.


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    How can I improve this bookcase I made that's in the shape of a music note? (pic)?

    September 4th, 2010

    It still looks pretty plain to me, and I was thinking about adding a black/white wallpaper designed backing? Or maybe doing something along the outside… help?
    http://img534.imageshack .us/img534/1526/img0651k.jpg
    (delete the space in the link, it wouldn’t let me post it for some reason)


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    Is it ok to place hamster's cage on the desk near computer?

    September 4th, 2010

    I am getting a hamster this week and though I’ve read tons of information on how to care about it, I can’t find any particular info on where I shall put it’s cage.
    The best place I could come up with, it’s my computer desk. It is high so my dog won’t be able to get to hamster, it is far from straight sun light and cold air-flow yet its near computer.

    Any advice?


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    What furniture color would you suggest for this room?

    September 2nd, 2010

    I’ve started to remodel my room and I need help! To give you an idea…..

    I’m painting my walls this color: http://i37.tinypic.com/mt88yx.png
    The crown molding and trim will be white.
    The floors will be this color: http://www.armstrong.com/flooring/laminate/blizzard-pine-wood-plank-L8703/floor-114379.asp

    It’s going to be a very neutral room. I’m planning on getting colorful bedding and hanging up art to give the room some flair. The problem is…I don’t know what color furniture I should purchase! I’m going to get a bedside table, a desk, and two bookcases…

    I don’t know whether to go with white furniture because I don’t know if that will make the room too stark white…and then, I don’t want to get wood furniture because I hate when different wood colors clash within one room :/ ARGH! What do you think? White or some kind of wood color?


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    What color is the back side of an Ikea Billy Bookcase?

    September 2nd, 2010

    The side that would normally be up against the wall… I’m thinking of using it as a divider in the middle of a room. Does anyone know?


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    What topic on interior accessories interests you the most?

    September 1st, 2010

    I am schedule to do a community talk regarding interior design the end of Sept. I have decided to talk about the accessories of the home, but have discovered it is a broad topic and I only have 45 min – hour.

    Some of the outlines I have so far are:

    Table top accessories: Centerpieces, accent tables, mantles, coffee tables, etc.

    Drapery, Pillows, Bedding
    Lighting
    Kitchens – Cabinet tops, backsplashes
    Rugs/ Flooring
    Art/Sculpture
    Bookcases
    Entertainment Areas
    Bathroom Accessories

    Feel free to throw out your favorites or add what is missing.


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