Rechargeable batteries cost more, but they are cheaper than single-use batteries in the long run. A disadvantage is that rechargeable batteries have relatively short shelf lives. Single-use batteries are usually more suitable for low-drain or infrequently needed applications.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Rechargeable Batteries Advances in energy storage technology have led to growth in the popularity and utility of rechargeable batteries. However, renewable batteries have their limitations, and for some applications single-use batteries still have the edge.
Table of Contents Designs and Plans Tools Foundation Floor Walls Roof A 12-by-12-foot shed is a good size, large enough to store lawn implements and other tools and supplies but small enough not to dominate a yard. Check local building regulations before starting because most localities require a building permit for a shed larger than 100 square feet.
The bathroom may be the one place homeowners often make no attempt to hide unsightly, tangled appliance cords. From hair dryers to electric shavers, these cords look like spaghetti noodles hanging from the bathroom vanity. However, you can organize your bathroom and conceal those cords. Before you know it, your bathroom will be free of clutter.
Step 1 Purchase a wall-mounted or countertop bathroom organizer with its own concealed power strip.
Most alarm systems work on the principle of a normally closed circuit. Technicians install two contact points or sensors on an entry point, such as a door or window. When the door or window is closed, the sensors become aligned or "closed" to complete the circuit. If opening the door or window causes the sensors to separate, the broken circuit activates the alarm. You can test an alarm circuit that is normally closed by performing a simple continuity test.
If you are tired of having the same old window treatments decorating your windows, such as blinds, shades, curtains and swags, how about trying a window scarf valance. A window scarf can set a window apart and make it stand out. It has the appearance of luxuriousness and sophistication.
Reviewing some ideas for window scarves will give you some tips on the best way to hang a scarf valance.
If your house and garage are piled high with "stuff," it's probably time to build a shed for extra storage. When living in Madera County, California, the county's Building Department can issue you the necessary permits to build that shed, provided basic building code requirements are satisfied. The requirements for a shed in Madera County are reasonably cut-and-dried and come from the International Building Code (IBC) adopted by the County as its building code.
A microwave safe container is a receptacle that can safely cook or heat foods in a microwave oven without leaching harmful substances into the food. It can withstand the high temperatures without buckling or melting.
Safe Containers Only certain containers are safe to use in a microwave. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) lists containers considered safe to use in microwave ovens. They include any that are labeled for microwave use, heatproof glass like Pyrex or Anchor Hocking, glass-ceramic containers such as Corning Ware, and most plain white paper plates.
As a homeowner, you may find yourself plagued by pests such as termites. Sometimes the best (or only) solution is to fumigate your entire home. It is useful to know how to calculate cubic feet for fumigation since the amount of pesticide required depends on the number of cubic feet.
In addition, this is how fumigation services normally price jobs, so you can make an estimate of the cost ahead of time.
A color-coordinated porcelain sink adds an elegant touch to a kitchen. However, porcelain over cast iron is harder to maintain than stainless steel. No matter how careful you are, sooner or later tiny gray scratches caused by stainless steel pots will appear. These superficial marks are fairly easy to remove, but deeper scratches require specialized treatment and the use of a porcelain repair kit. Badly stained and scratched sinks can also be restored with a porcelain and tile refinishing kit.
An aquastat has an important function, keeping the water temperature in a hydronic heating system under control. If your aquastat stops working, it's easy to replace yourself. How to Replace an Aquastat An aquastat is a switch located on the side of a hydronic heating system where water is heated in a boiler or a water heater. It controls water temperature, continually monitoring the temperature and reacting if it goes too high or too low.