tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.comments2023-09-27T03:43:00.033-04:00Shelter BlogShelter Institute Staffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15589097863465625451noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-76498509977013717672013-12-16T23:27:49.219-05:002013-12-16T23:27:49.219-05:00Composting Toilet is a great option of disposing w...Composting Toilet is a great option of disposing waste and especially when the facilities like water, electricity is around us, well best use of composting toilets are seen in boat houses or remote houses. Proper sanitation is a big issue now a days and composting toilets can be a great alternative in providing neat and clean sanitation to people, especially in some developing countries where maximum population still rely on some other sources for their sanitary activities. Jonathan Jameshttp://www.sanserv.com/sanitary-bin-services/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-75615416622472139842013-07-09T09:00:09.064-04:002013-07-09T09:00:09.064-04:00Awesome! I like the photo of the bathroom with the...Awesome! I like the photo of the bathroom with the stylish young lady. Lynn@ boiler repair londonhttp://www.london-boiler-repair.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-2171383539203532472013-05-22T05:32:17.514-04:002013-05-22T05:32:17.514-04:00Great post thansk!!
Great post thansk!!<br />Sarasota Roofing Contractorshttp://www.kirkeyroofing.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-4166445536674460462013-04-13T04:46:34.497-04:002013-04-13T04:46:34.497-04:00In Surry these toilets are "permitted" a...In Surry these toilets are "permitted" as primitive systems. No problem, but there has to be a waste water system for the excess run-off drain. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-1705550054030434902013-03-02T19:00:11.058-05:002013-03-02T19:00:11.058-05:00The class today was great! Ken is a wealth of know...The class today was great! Ken is a wealth of knowledge and being shown how to use some different tools was eye-opening. The bonus was ending up with a nice maple spoon/spatula to add to my utensils.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08170096622686586914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-62962131271719762012013-01-27T02:40:15.870-05:002013-01-27T02:40:15.870-05:00I have had one of these for years and it has becom...I have had one of these for years and it has become my most-used garden tool. You need one of these! tim ferrellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-21337088753165088922012-03-14T21:07:15.191-04:002012-03-14T21:07:15.191-04:00Oh thank goodness. I had no transportation or hou...Oh thank goodness. I had no transportation or housing for the last session, and still don't, but I'm signing up anyway. Last time i kept bees it was in Boston, downtown, with B.U.G. and it wasn't the same at all. Now I'm back in my home state, in my home town, with volunteer time on my hands. Gotta do this.Debbie Caldwell Pendletonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-3654669735411445472012-03-09T08:17:02.773-05:002012-03-09T08:17:02.773-05:00Attending seminars like this will surely widens an...Attending seminars like this will surely widens anyone knowledge regarding insulation. Home insulation is important since people needs warmth.plumbing supplieshttp://www.bes.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-6170381363059600772012-01-11T01:04:20.431-05:002012-01-11T01:04:20.431-05:00After certain seasons or weather disturbances, it ...After certain seasons or weather disturbances, it is not surprising to have fallen trees or tree branches in the yard or near the house. Lawn maintenance is an important part of having greenery around you. It sure is significant especially for the safety of the inhabitants to follow such tips to avoid accidents as we cannot control wind, rain or snow and other natural happenings.lawn maintenance Phoenixhttp://www.sergioslandscaping.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-70083083491842534992012-01-05T04:50:34.620-05:002012-01-05T04:50:34.620-05:00Storms and tornadoes are getting stronger it seems...Storms and tornadoes are getting stronger it seems that having fallen trees is a common thing. Your tips regarding insurance is a good idea. Forces of nature will always be upon us and trees are significant for this world in spite of accidents it can be associated with, it is always better to plan where to plant trees or where to build a home to avoid such incidents.Edmond landscapinghttp://www.franks-landscape.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-76225062099547017192011-10-10T04:17:22.806-04:002011-10-10T04:17:22.806-04:00The stoves must have a thermal efficiency rating o...The stoves must have a thermal efficiency rating of at least 75% as measured using a lower heating value, an efficient stove.wood burnerhttp://www.astove.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-41914527592910598042011-09-02T05:40:30.289-04:002011-09-02T05:40:30.289-04:00nice article about the wood stoves. when purchasin...nice article about the wood stoves. when purchasing a wood burner,you have to compare among different suppliers.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-36855823585624987692011-07-20T03:09:48.092-04:002011-07-20T03:09:48.092-04:00That is a great tool to have.That is a great tool to have.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-79327647481078657032011-07-19T08:27:36.473-04:002011-07-19T08:27:36.473-04:00If you are planning to replace your old roof with ...If you are planning to replace your old roof with new metal roofing, it would be very cost-efficient if you do it yourself. All you need is to learn the basics of tool-handling and pay attention to detail.plumbing fittingshttp://www.bes.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-86770937558723150822011-06-03T10:26:20.668-04:002011-06-03T10:26:20.668-04:00We're so glad that you've become one of ou...We're so glad that you've become one of our newest milk paint dealers! Keep up the great work at the Institute.<br />Anne Thibeau, President<br />Old Fashioned Milk Paint Co., Inc.Anne Thibeauhttp://www.milkpaint.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-92201720711144958962011-03-08T17:34:29.686-05:002011-03-08T17:34:29.686-05:00Thank you David for pointing out a labeling mistak...Thank you David for pointing out a labeling mistake in our blog. We incorrectly stated “The International Residential Code’s energy conservation code allows an ACH50 of 7 cfm; Energy Star requires an ACH50 of 5 cfm or less; the first production production-built zero-energy home in the southeast has an ACH50 of 2.3 cfm.” When we meant to say “The International Residential Code’s energy conservation code allows an ACH50 of 7; Energy Star requires an ACH50 of 5 or less; the first production production-built zero-energy home in the southeast has an ACH50 of 2.3.” The numbers 7, 5 and 2.3 respectively refer to the number of total air changes per hour at the 50 pascal negative pressure created by the blower door. Our SIP house had an ACH50 of 2.5; 525 cfm refers to the homes’ CFM50, or the cubic feet of leakage that occurred at the 50 Pascal negative pressure. We regret any confusion and have made the corrections in the copy of the blog article. <br /><br />Best, <br />Blueberry Beeton and Gaius HenninShelter Institute Staffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15589097863465625451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-36938857906620855012011-03-06T19:06:22.593-05:002011-03-06T19:06:22.593-05:00Hi
Thanks for the informative article. It appears ...Hi<br />Thanks for the informative article. It appears from your article that the home that was tested and you built the shell for using timber frame and SIPS had an ACH50 of 525cfm, but that a good number to shoot for is 5 to 7 cfm. What am I missing?Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09804463757197259112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-32887146527855836182011-01-03T11:04:16.191-05:002011-01-03T11:04:16.191-05:00Dear Xavier,
Thank you for your inquiry. The saw...Dear Xavier, <br /><br />Thank you for your inquiry. The saw featured here is a Zorin. We have been using and selling this saw for timber frame construction for over 20 years and still think it is the best handsaw available. The large teetch cut quickly and allow you to cut both with the grain (a tenon) and across the grain (squaring off your timbers). Here is a link to it on our web site. We have them in stock and are happy to ship anywhere in the world. <br /><br />http://www.shelterinstitute.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=2_27&products_id=64<br /><br />Best, <br /><br />BlueberryBlueberryhttp://www.shelterinstitute.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-28176107176821830622010-12-24T03:59:59.298-05:002010-12-24T03:59:59.298-05:00Hello
excuse me for my poor english, i'm fren...Hello<br /><br />excuse me for my poor english, i'm french.<br />I'm a carpenter and working for sustainable building.<br />I just would like to know what type of japanese saw you used during a stage that we can see on a video-Youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOUtMsoZHpw&feature=BF&list=PLF0C4BB4B31169B35&index=72). <br />I'm interesting in number of tooth and special angle handle.<br /><br />Thank you a lot<br /><br />xavier<br />ix.em(at)laposte.netAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-47668539832600028702010-09-27T12:25:59.700-04:002010-09-27T12:25:59.700-04:00These screws are not cheap! However they are grea...These screws are not cheap! However they are great. I've used them and love them. Where do you guys buy yours? I get mine online at www.ustoolandfastener.com. Let me know if you find them cheaper somewhere else.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-19050892221276705552010-03-22T12:51:30.628-04:002010-03-22T12:51:30.628-04:00this is a better way, having mats which are recycl...this is a better way, having mats which are recycleable :)<br />i love your post :)<br /><br />http://www.goecostore.co.uk/door-mats-5327-0.htmlDoor Matshttp://www.goecostore.co.uk/door-mats-5327-0.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-68079752886701503912010-02-19T09:07:07.799-05:002010-02-19T09:07:07.799-05:00Dear Dan,
Thank you for your comment. Certainly ...Dear Dan, <br /><br />Thank you for your comment. Certainly not all windows are created equal and some, with the inclusion of argon gas and low-e glass are able to acheive a higher R-Value. But for those who have windows existing in their homes the R-value can be as low as those I provided. I would strongly encourage each consumer to look critically at what they have or at the current options available in windows before making a decision. Regardless of what window you have the R-Value of that window cannot compete with the R-Value of a section of wall and the window could certainly be improved by an insulated shade. The question is by how much and that is determined by the components involved. Certainly SHOP and learn about the products -- our goal in providing these free workshops and blog posts is to make the information more accessible to more people. <br />--BlueberryShelter Institute Staffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15589097863465625451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-7788700075236004742010-02-19T09:00:47.861-05:002010-02-19T09:00:47.861-05:00I like insulated shades and support efforts to imp...I like insulated shades and support efforts to improve energy efficiency using them. I have several in my current home. However, I believe your R-value quotes for windows are a bit misleading. Those are probably true for simple glass with no e-coating, gas fill etc. However, most companys aren't selling crap that bad these days. Or at least they offer much better options. Here's just one example from a high end company. http://www.seriouswindows.com/SeriousWindowsTechnicalPerformanceSpecsFiberglass.pdf<br /><br />I'm currently making decisions on what windows and/or shades to put into my new home. Wish I could make your talk. Hope you will acknowledge that there are much better window options than you've implied in this email so people can make an informed decision about what the best way to spend their money on windows and shades.<br /><br />DanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-18133983632254204422010-02-03T11:19:52.388-05:002010-02-03T11:19:52.388-05:00Thanks Kevin-
Phillips head screws still have a pl...Thanks Kevin-<br />Phillips head screws still have a place and use-in gypsum wall board installation where the screws are only 1 1/4" long and require little torque. There are specialty drivers that can be used which have a large face that hits the gypsum surface and prevents the driver from advancing further; this causes the bit to cam out and prevent over-driving of the screws and tearing of the paper.Gaius Hennin, PEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00595558320789066941noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348952632145169075.post-17593623089974493102010-02-01T16:06:21.198-05:002010-02-01T16:06:21.198-05:00Great post, Gaius. Given the failure rate of a Phi...Great post, Gaius. Given the failure rate of a Phillips head screw, why are they sold at all any more? I shudder to think back on the hundreds of screws I've damaged and the hours of frustration. After reading this post, I don't think I'll use a Philips head screw again.K. M. Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04747455271109767557noreply@blogger.com