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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1984-04-25, Page 32Page 20—Crossroads—April 25, 1984. • 1i ,f, • .�r iI Don't use garden rade on Q. The cartfeting in our apartment has that matt- ed -down texture, probably as the result of steam cleaning. It is not wool, but the fabric is in fair condi- tion except for the fact that the pile has been af- fected. I've heard that a brisk rubbing with a short - toothed garden rake would improve the situation. I would appreciate your comments before I do something that might ruin it altogether. — Manny K., Scottsdale, Ariz. A. This condition is usu- ally caused by carpet cleaners that get the car- pet too wet. It may be impossible to restore. However, first try brushing with a stiff bristle brush. If this does not do the job, try going over a small area at a time with a steam iron, holding the iron just above the carpet but not touching it. Then brush well. There is a rake made, usually used on shag car- peting, which you might try if the other methods don't work. But not a gar- den rake. Hope this will be of help to you. Q. I am planning to put on new roof on my mobile home, which was manufac- tured in 1971. It is 24 -by -60 feet. Would like to know if asbestos roofing shingles are too heavy, or should I' reroof with .024 new white a-innaiaum aad two inches of insulation. — Willliam, I., El Cajon, Calif. A. In California, state law requires that you must obtain a permit from the Department of Housing if you make any roof changes on mobile homes manufac- tured after Sept. 15 1958 There is a branch of this department in the state building in San Diego. Then you could use asbestos shingles, or fiberglass or whatever material you. choose. You may even want to give a small pitch to the roof which offers better drainage than a flat sur- face. Q. Some time ago a 'sim- ple solution to the problem of swallows and other birds nesting in the roof eaves appeared in your column. I have forgotten carpet the solution and a sudden need for it has developed. — Darrell A.M., Lake San Marcos, Calif. A. A white foamy com- pound which makes the surface sticky but not stringy to entangle the bird's feet is available in aerosol containers and in bulk, the latter being ap- plied with a caulking gun. The product is harmless to both animal and plant life. Another suggestion is use of a spray, primarily made for trees but also adaptable „for buildings. White when first applied, it quickly becomes transpar- ent. It is said to be effec- tive against all birds, in- cluding pigeons, starlings, blackbirds, sea gulls and swallows, and even repels rodents and snakes. Another material is a paste which is applied with a special caulking gun, and it is said to be approved by humane authorities. It comes in cartridges, each sufficient for approximate- ly 60 lineal feet of surface, and it is also supplied in 10 - gallon pails and 40 -pound drums. Applied in a single ribbon on narrow projec- tions, or in zigzag fashion on wider surfaces, it is claimed to be effective against all birds, but with- out injury to the birds. One application should last a year. Suggest you check large garden nursery shops or stores ;hat specialize in do- it -yourself materials, prod- ucts and tools. Q. Our house is 25 years old and the putty on much of the window glass frames is cracking, separating and falling off. What is the best method of softening the old hard putty so that we can put new putty on the windows? Would 'appreciate any gui- dance you may give us. — Henry P.K. A. Hard, dry putty that seems almost impossible to remove will usually come off easily if it is first coat- ed with lacquer thinner. Use a small brush and apply enough to soak the putty. 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