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Sustainability LinksThanks for the tip. I'll go through all those links and toss out all the ones that are no longer working. It's been a while since I looked at some of them.
Stewie started a topic ago Very high electricity consumptionIt could be anything. We have 300 metres of 3 phase underground power cable going to the shed. Because the earth and armour strands weren't earthed, there were power… Wood Plastic Composite deckingI guess will all artificial materials it's going to look a somewhat artificial. Trex Composite Decking (the one I like best) doesn't look too plastic-like see what you think . Gaudi replied 17 November ago GaudiNov 17, 2019 4:56 pm Eating plastic?I think this is why it is not encouraged to reuse plastic bottles that are intended for single use. Such a waste but then we also ingest some of it in our bodies through them. The current wind map shows the South Polar jet stream stretching over the Australian southern coast, bringing cold air and strong winds with it. The Americans refer to… Cheap solar derailing the market?This is the contention of some "rooftop solar industry veterans" referenced in the following article which appeared today on the ABC:
I have a very simple tank cleaner design that is like a vacuum head that you push slowly over the floor and it works well. In time I will have it on the website at a cost… No reason for new homes to include gasI’ve have read that ATA article and am building a new house now.
I cook with induction but with 4 kids I welcome the instant gas hot water.
I tend to agree with the ATA… GLO replied 31 December 2018 ago Rainwater tank issuesTo close this thread off......
In consultation with our builder, it was agreed that he would reduce the roof catchment being diverted to the tank to the northern roof area… Monty4 replied 29 June 2018 ago Aquaplate tank water smellswe've got 4 aquaplate tanks, and no issues with taste or smell...
but we've never had water delivered, ours all comes from our own roof with 100L first flush diverters Drew01 replied 25 April 2018 ago I recently finished our chicken pen and coop.
Was a bit of a saga (I'm good at pulling pallets apart now), but worth it for the fresh eggs and recycling the kitchen… Solar battery house questionMm true. We're about an hour from Newcastle. Most of the solar battery I'm talking will be setup/designed by me, like my current solar battery proof of concept setup (2… Owner build a solar passive house
For eaves and window sizing, it's very possible to go down a rabbit hole and end up overthinking things too much. When designing our new house, I spent many, many hours… Gas Newbie questionsThe major energy requirements in your house are to heat your water, & space heating (depending on your climate & the quality of your build). In comparison, cooking… Glazing to Mass ratio for a U shaped houseI will check out those companies.
I have changed the courtyards sliding doors i to 2x french doors. They arr currently 2.4m high as i'm not too keen on 2.1m.
I asked… gummz replied 18 October 2017 ago gummzOct 18, 2017 8:14 am Rainwater catchment in tropics (New build)
Not much by ways of contributing to help from me here, but just chipping in my 2 cents worth to thank you guys for starting this thread. It's actually quite interesting… HSTP PUMPDavey are a good pump but Grundfos are superior. You just need to work out what you are prepared to pay. Stormwater Requires Rainwater TankThanks SaveH2O.
So spoke with the council, they say it is for detention only, we are on mains water so it is not required to be the sole water supplier for the property.… nicjam replied 14 March 2017 ago
You can only phone and ask a tank cleaner in your area.
I have heard of people using a pool cleaner to clean a tank and although I have never seen it done, I can't see… TESLA introduces the SOLAR ROOF.
Would you care to quote where a car was mentioned?
OT but just FYI. it is widely believed that the coming TESLA Model 3 will have an optional PV sun roof. SaveH2O replied 19 December 2016 ago
Metal tanks are dearer but they (should) last longer although good poly tanks do last a long time. Metal tanks haven't been without their problems though and there was a… Rainwater catchmentIf you have a standard rainwater harvesting system, you will need pvc downpipes but there would usually only be a couple of downpipes affected.
Contracturally, they have… SaveH2O replied 21 November 2016 ago The first thing you need to do is Google your council's requirements. The council mandates however are often poorly thought out but there are some basic design principles… Rinnai HWS & Pressure Tank
I didn't know that this product existed, it is an overdue innovation and I am going to buy one myself and do some long term testing. I have asked around but I haven't… SaveH2O replied 16 September 2016 ago LorriSep 07, 2016 10:36 pm There are a number of threads in this sub forum that discuss and also show a diagram of a very effective DIY sediment trap designed for DWV pipe.
The head is the… Tank - 3rd try
Hi SaveH2O,
thanks for your response and observations. I did give the plumber credit for swatting up on the diverters, as he was intrigued by the theory after initially… tezzab replied 21 August 2016 ago My rainwater system designHi John
Are you done, moved in and have full tanks?
In the end did the builder install 75mm downpipes?
With all this rain I've been cursing that we don't have a roof or… Frewvk replied 21 August 2016 ago Rainwater tank design for retrofitting
hi trixee
I"ve enjoyed this thread and also appreciate the input of H2O!!
Can you please provide an update on the performance of your Greyflow system? Our plans (based on… Frewvk replied 21 August 2016 ago How much water do we need?Good posts by ddarroch and Stewie D.
Before answering how long your water would last, we need to know the total sq m of your roof catchment areas and whether all roof… Size of backyard -> size of water tankI wouldn't look at it on a ROI basis but you can pick up perfectly good second hand tanks quite cheaply. You also don't need a big pump if you use an 18mm garden hose from… Home Air FreshenersWife has been using Munchkin Arm and Hammer Nursery Fresheners. Smells good. solar panels in Sydney?
Did you know that white roofs could actually save you energy? Part white roof part solar here. Just sharing. The 500W Einhell pressure pump that Bunnings stock has a 20 litre pressure tank, a pre pump filter, 2 year warranty, full parts availability and at $299 represents great… Sludge in rain water tank
This is why we should drink Alkaline Water besides drinking regular water. As Alkaline Water has high PH than the regular water, it… bpratt replied 16 May 2016 ago Insulated garage doorHeya, We install a lot of garage doors (they are often forgotten). We use thermaboard which we have found is a really good solution.
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