Lead Acid Batteries Freezing Point & State Of Charge
A chart showing lead acid battery freeze temperature versus its state of charge. Yes, it can freeze, especially if the charge is very low.
Chimney Sweeping – Clean Your Own Chimney
How-to clean your own chimney with these simple tools. Either with a manual brush and rods, or a drill attachment kit.
Fireplace Reflectors Improve Wood Burning Heat Efficiency
Improve Heat Efficiency With a Fireplace Fireback Fireplace Reflectors, also knows as a Fireback, improve fireplace efficiency. Fireplaces are not very heat efficient compared to other sources of home heating. But who can resist a nice cozy fire in the fireplace! Unfortunately lots of heat is wasted as it goes right up the chimney. The…
Battery Generator Portable Power Stations – Watt Hours (Wh)
Every battery generator (also known as portable power stations) has a Watt Hours (Wh) rating. Here’s what it means, and some examples…
Jackery versus Gas Powered Generator
You might find this interesting. A particular difference between an ordinary generator and something like a Jackery Portable Power Station.
Cold Weather Extension Cord That Stays Flexible & Won’t Crack
I was looking for a cold weather extension cord made in America. When I found it, I realized that I’ve bought other products from them too…
Compact Refrigerator Freezer For Solar Power Energy System
Picking a compact refrigerator / freezer to run off grid from batteries and solar power. How to figure out the system choices…
Electricity Usage (kWh) per Home and by Appliance Systems
A list of average electricity usage per home for each state in the U.S., and a list of energy usage per home by appliances and systems.
What Size Charge Controller Do I Need For Solar Panels?
Charge controller sizing for solar panels, watts & amps. How to do the math and figure out what size charge controller you need.
How Much Coleman Fuel Do I Need?
How long Coleman fuel will last for a dual burner camp stove (white gas or propane). Hours per gallon or hours per bottle…