I recently visited friends who served me a dinner of grilled salmon and baked potatoes, done to perfection in their chiminea. The sun was setting and it was cooling down but overall a wonderful summer evening. We wanted to converse Read more
As we have discussed before, all overload relays have one major limitation – because they operate on line current, they do not directly sense the motor temperatures. However, with proper heater selection and careful attention to the factors that affect Read more
Since air filters are one of the bests tools for eradicating allergens from your home, more people are using them than ever before. The trick is to find the one that works best for you, depending upon your specific needs. Read more
Last year, we bought this big ol’ 1887 house. We are just now coming to grips with the magnitude of the “upgrades” planned. With a baby on the way and Little Lady all of two years old burning calories faster Read more
Awnings are an economical and efficient way to shade a deck or patio from the hot glaring sun or cold winds and rain. The great thing about choosing an awning is that you could go with a design whereby the Read more
All of us live in houses but how many of us know how to make it a real ‘HOME’. You may have a very small house with a few rooms: not much to boast about… However, if you follow some Read more
While everyone longs for a white winter, the problems associated with dry winter air can be unpleasant. Low humidity can dry out our skin, our mucous membranes, and our nasal passages. It can also cause undue drying of the wooden Read more