Archive for February, 2010

Diesel Pellet Mill in Operation – See how it works before you buy

Sunday, February 28th, 2010
makewoodpellets asked:


can be easier than you think. Visit www.makeyourownpellets.com to find out more about making pellets for your pellet stove for free. Our pellet mills make pellets in no time. Make pellets for your own wood pellet stove then start making pellets for your friend, neighbors and family and make money making wood pellets. In this video you can watch me just adjusting the pellet mill and see down into it for the die and rollers. It allows you to see it running without the dust from making pellets. …

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Propane Gas Fireplace – How Do They Compare To Other Fireplaces?

Sunday, February 28th, 2010
Terry Edwards asked:


One of the many different types of fireplaces on the market is the propane gas fireplace. But, what are the benefits to using propane and is it the right type of fireplace for you? Here’s a quick look.

As you may already know, gas, whether propane gas or natural gas, will burn much cleaner than a wood burning fire. That’s an important environmental issue for sure.

Propane gas is also more reliable as a heat source than wood or even electricity. If your power goes off it will not have an effect on your propane gas fireplace. That’s certainly a big plus if you live in areas with frequent power outages.

How does propane stand up to natural gas?

This is where things can get more complicated. Does your home already have natural gas? If so, a natural gas fireplace may be your easiest and best option. It may also be the least expensive.

However, if live in a rural area out in the country, propane gas may be your only choice for a fireplace. Although natural gas can sometimes be brought in the cost is usually much higher than propane will be.

Between the two if you have the option, natural gas is cleaner burning than propane and easier to obtain. Propane is a processed gas.

Either way, the propane gas fireplace is not too difficult to install and may be your best choice for your home. It will provide warmth and beauty and give you years of comfort.

You can find out more on fireplaces powered by propane by doing a search on the internet. There are many websites that sell these types of fireplaces and can provide everything you need.

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An Introduction to Portable Table Saws

Saturday, February 27th, 2010
JT Miller asked:




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Save Money on Your Home Improvement Projects by Shopping Online

Friday, February 26th, 2010
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How to Build an Outdoor Wood Furnace

Friday, February 26th, 2010
Jennifer Akre asked:


Summer is such a wonderful time of year for sitting outside and enjoying the night air. But as we all know seasons change. Summer slips into fall and it just gets too nippy outside to enjoy the evening air. There is a way to extend your summer, learn how to build an outdoor wood furnace. An outdoor furnace is a great way to enjoy the crisp fall weather. So why get forced back into the house? Build a nice little outdoor furnace it’s a simple project that anyone can tackle.

There are only a few simple supplies needed:

A sturdy wooden table
A piece of sheet metal
Sheet metal screws
Brick
Sand
Metal screen

Before you get started on building an outdoor wood furnace be sure you have a location suited for it. This means away from any buildings, overhanging trees or any other object that might catch fire. The table needs to be on a flat level piece of ground. The outdoor furnace will add a lot of weight to the table and you don’t want the entire thing wobbling around when it’s full of hot embers.

A quick option is to sink the 4 table legs. All you need to do is dig 4 post holes a couple inches deep.

Tamp down the sand at the bottom of the post hole.

Place the 4 table legs into the holes you just dug out.

Place a level on the table and make sure it’s nice and even. Be sure to measure it both length and width wise.

Back fill around the table legs.

Once you’ve placed the table in a safe, stable, level location it’s time to start building a brazier.

Place the sheet metal on top of the table. To keep everything from sliding around screw in some sheet metal screws through the sheet metal and into the table top.

Next stack 2 layers of bricks on top of the sheet metal in a circular pattern. This provides insulation between the fire and the wooden table. An outdoor furnace is nice only as long as the entire thing isn’t engulfed in flames.

Now start stacking bricks around the edge of the circle. You’re looking to create a bowl about 18 inches deep.

Pour the sand into the base of the outdoor furnace and sweep it into any cracks between the bricks. This keeps any embers from working down into the base.

Sweep out any excess sand.

Add wood to the new furnace!

Once you’ve added the wood, some kindling and newspaper light it up!

One word of warning, never use lighter fluid, it can soak into the bricks.

Place the wire mesh over the outdoor furnace. This will help prevent any sparks from flying about.

All that’s left to do is pull up some lawn furniture and enjoy the heat.

Learning how to build an outdoor wood furnace is simple. Not only will you be able to enjoy the outdoors for more of the year but it will add to your home value too.

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