Archive for October, 2011

I have a large brown wicker basket in my living room what can I fill it with to look nice?

Saturday, October 29th, 2011
Sianny asked:


It’s currently filled with toys but I’m moving those and want to make a nice feature of it in the livingroom. I’ve seen them filled with logs to make the room look rustic. Any other ideas?

Airless Paint Sprayer
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How do you replace cane binding on wicker chairs?

Thursday, October 27th, 2011
Susan W asked:


The cane binding on the legs needs to be replaced and I have’t a clue what to do. All I know is that I have to soak the binding in warm water before I use it.

Bamboo Indoor Fountain
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What can i do to keep my cat from chewing on my wicker entertainment center?

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011
irishcelticeyes@sbcglobal.net asked:


I am restoring an old weather worn wicker entertainment center. Right now i am replacing the shelving and soon will paint it. But i have found my cat chewing on it and even pulling the small wicker straw off it. Is there something i can use to stop him from trashing my wicker?

Cable Lighting Fixtures
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Do I need to prime wicker if using a dark color paint?

Monday, October 24th, 2011
shy1 asked:


I have a large wicker basket, that appears to have some kind of hint of whitewash finish on it. I noticed that there is a spray paint out there from Rustoleum in a dark espresso brown. However, if the color is a dark stain, is it necessary then to prime it? (I’ve never done something like this before, so I wasn’t sure.) Thanks for your help!

Fireplace Design Ideas
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Can real wicker be used on a deck with no cover?

Sunday, October 23rd, 2011
nobadkids asked:


If so, what do I need to do to treat it so it will stay nice?

Sliding Closet Doors
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What is the best dive bar in Wicker Park, Chicago?

Thursday, October 20th, 2011
Troy asked:


When I say dive bar i mean rustic, comfortable, wood bar setting that serves a variety of imported beer. No cheesy karaoke bar, or no martini-drinking, rich snobs who look down upon a diverse crowd. I want a place “where everyone knows your name”.

Epoxy Floor Paint
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Movie with an old woman is pushed in a wicker wheelchair?

Wednesday, October 19th, 2011
Q&A asked:


Asking on behalf of my husband’s grandfather. He says, “What is the name of an old movie where an old woman is pushed down an embankment in an old wicker wheelchair? My friends and I can all remember the film, but not it’s name!” I already suggested The Pit, Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?, and Kiss of Death. He and his friends are in their 70s, so I am guessing he is thinking of a movie at least 30 years old.

Graco Paint Sprayer
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Is it necessary to remove flaking paint before repainting wicker?

Tuesday, October 18th, 2011
Maui Girl asked:


I have a old wicker chair that needs to be repainted. I am keeping it’s original white color, but the current paint is flaking. Lots of little flakes pretty much all over the chair. Do I need to sand the entire chair before repainting, or would I get the same result with just using a stiff bristled brush it get rid of the flakes? Or do I need to sand it or do something else? Also, can I use spray paint to repaint it?

Point Of Use Water Heater
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What is the difference between the Dickey-Wicker Amendment and Bush’s 2001 policy on stem cell research?

Friday, October 14th, 2011
jrgsmadison asked:


I have to write a research paper on stem cells and their controversy for my English class, and I am confused as to what the difference is between the 1995 Dickey-Wicker Amendment and President Bush’s 2001 policy on restricting federal dollars for stem cell research. I have looked all over the internet, and was not able to find any answers. Please answer me if you know the difference because the paper is due soon.

Coffee Vending Machines
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How can I clean white wicker that has yellowed?

Thursday, October 13th, 2011
Brokn asked:


The item is a small white wicker shelf that we hang in the bathroom.

Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
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