How to measure the volume of an air conditioner

Before you actually go to the hardware store and buy yourself an air conditioner, you need to measure the right volume of the air conditioner, according to your needs. You need to do this because otherwise the efficiency will be lost. If the air conditioner is too small, then the machine will struggle to maintain the temperature. If the machine is too large, it will cool the air too much and u ...

About Electric Power Tools

Because of built up paint or dirt, a window may get stuck. For such problems, electric power tools are the solution. They will help you to get rid of the dirt or paint and open the window as you used to. To do the job well, you will need 3 things: a knife, an old candle and a hand sander. Repairing a stuck window with electric power tools In the case of such problem, first you have to t ...

Cutting a roof rafter

This is not a simple tasks. It requires careful calculation and precise execution. Here's how you can do it and avoid mistakes. Measurements You will need a framing square. It is used bu carpenters to mark the desired dimensions. Place the rafters on a sawhorse. Be very careful with the measurements. Plumb cut Go to the top side of the rafter and then place the square at the angle ...

Cellulose attic insulation

You can save money on energy by using insulation for your house. One of the best materials for insulation is cellulose. It is very cost effective and quite cheap. It is important to determine the amount of cellulose that you will need. R-Value The R-value refers to the resistance of heat transfer or the insulator. higher values mean a better insulation. Cellulose usually has a value slig ...

Fish can get stressed

  A vital part of any aquaculture system is represented by the fish population and their well-being. The trick here is to keep an eye on them on daily basis. This is the best practice that can help you spot and treat sick fish. There are several key aspects you should look for like: - the way they act can tell you a bunch of things about their health status. Changes in their routine ...

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