Frequently Asked Questions
One certainty of living the life of the undead is that you will continue to decay and rot, but there are ways to slow down this process. Regularly apply a coat of water sealer, made exclusively for exteriors. This simple act of waterproofing will help protect your skin and avoid additional rotting. Be sure to apply evenly to your entire exterior.
While there is not a pesticide specifically designed for zombie removal, deer repellent has been known to work, as it simulates a smell quite similar to death, thus deterring the zombies away from the direction of the scent.
Absolutely. At Westlake, we’re about small projects and helping you get them done. No matter who you are. Dead or alive. Enter now!
For small holes, repair is simple . All you’ll need is spackle, a putty knife and sand paper. For holes larger than an inch, instead of spackle, you’ll want a product that’s made not to crack or crumble. We also have kits that include a self-adhesive patch that you place over the hole.
Our outdoor living department carries many tools and accessories that could be used if this happens, including rope, tarps and towing equipment. We also recommend pool skimmers for the removal of messy excess left after the zombies have been removed.
Your indoor air is already three times more polluted than the outdoor air, so adding the element of decay will definitely decrease your overall air quality. Consider using air purifiers, as well as installing ceiling fans to help keep the air circulated, which will also help you lower your energy bills. Also be sure to change your furnace filter regularly . When doing this, stay Green by using a furnace filter with a high MERV rating.
There are many ways a zombie can maintain privacy and space from the living. Consider fencing to keep humans at a distance, or board up your house with anything from wood to wrought iron. Something as simple as drapery and blinds can help you remain low key. Alarm systems are also a great for alerting you of an intrusion of the living.
Westlake has a great selection of pet products that can help you protect your dog (or any other pet) from zombies. Our cages and kennels are secure and sturdy, and our supply of collars and leashes will help relieve the possibility of them running away. We also have pet doors that will allow your pet to run inside to safety as a zombie approaches.
Zombies have a fear of fire, so stocking your yard with our large supply of fire pits and outdoor fireplaces would help deter the undead from your lawn.
You can use any Dremel Rotary tool (that works with all standard attachments) to cut through the chain. You may need to use multiple cutting wheels when doing this, depending upon the thickness or toughness of the chains. For example, if the humans used thicker chains, you can use an EZ Lock Cut-off Wheel (EZ456). If they used thinner chains, you may want to use an EZ Lock Thin-cut Wheel (EZ409).
It IS possible that the smell may attract zombies, so it’s important that, when you fertilize, you do so quickly and effectively. We have two styles of fertilizing spreaders that will help you achieve speedy and efficient results. The broadcast spreader is great for larger lawns and putting a lot of fertilizer over a larger area, while the drop spreader spreads fertilizer directly between the product’s wheels, offering you more precision in tighter spaces.
BX cable—also called “armored cable”—is a type of cable that has electrical wires wrapped in a flexible metal. It is usually used when performing electrical renovations on your home, and it probably best suited for that use.
Any lock will help increase your overall security, but Westlake offers numerous options so you can select those that best fit your living situation. We have everything from door locksets and deadbolts to chain and cable locks. We even have padlocks to keep the undead out of your tool sheds or backyards.
It’s important to remember that zombies ARE attracted to light, so adding motion-detection lights to your home is inadvisable. However, persuading your neighbors to install them could work to your advantage, as zombies will then be attracted to their houses, as opposed to yours.
Westlake offers many products for defense against zombie break-ins: various locks and deadbolts, alarm systems to alert of intrusion; fencing to keep zombies from approaching your home; and the hardware you need to secure or board up windows and doors. TIP: Before securing your home, make a plan and stick with it. This will help you avoid any accidents or mishaps, like not leaving yourself an exit in the event of fire or other emergency.
Some of our Westlake locations now have an extended line of Craftsman tools, including an auto hammer, which is great for attacking those nails head on. Find an extended Craftsman line near you.
Westlake’s extensive line of bolts, nuts and fasteners will help even the most decaying of zombies. We also carry a large variety of cable, wire, hobby metal, dowels, pipe and even paint stir sticks, all to help you reinforce deteriorating limbs. TIP: Take before and after photos and enter them into our monthly customer project contest for your chance to win.
What will best help someone in your state-of-nonbeing is making sure you’re completely prepared before you get started. Have a plan. Check for frayed ends and exposed wires to prevent fire hazards. Test lights for replacement bulbs. Ask yourself, “Can I string the lights together? How many extension cords will I need? Are they three-pronged for outdoor use?” Answering all of these questions before you begin will help ensure you can install them all once and can be done with it. Click here to find more ways you can safely hang your lights.
All screwdrivers would work equally well in this instance, but a screwdriver would be considered a close-range defense tool and running away might be less dangerous to all parties involved.
There are many things you can do to both block and eliminate the odor of neighboring zombies. For immediate relief, please refer to our extensive line of deodorizers and air fresheners. For long-term results, use portable air purifiers, which will significantly help improve the overall quality of air inside your home. NOTE: It’s not a bad idea to recommend our line of deodorizers and fresheners to your zombie neighbor, attacking the source of the smell first-hand.
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