May 10th, 2007
by Michael Dinsmore
I’ve been starting and stopping on this simple project for a while — but I’m finally in the final stages and wrapping up the combination radiator cover and window seat. I still need to add the mounting cleats and add small vents at the top apron to improve air flow. Naturally, its going to be primed and painted as well.
I’ve added a secondary workbench to help with prep space and other ongoing project’s overflow. It also provides a more permanent place for my compound miter saw and drill press. The simple bench was constructed from 2x4s and 3/4 inch plywood and a few salvaged drawers from an old desk. Great for a basement workshop!
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April 7th, 2007
by Michael Dinsmore
I’ve been doing some projects around the house and its been handy to have a project cutlist worksheet. It gives a handy place to organize your shopping list for the lumber for your project. Being a PDF, its a snap to print out and then write in your information!
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October 5th, 2006
by Michael Dinsmore
The New York Times had a great article in its House and Home section today about how to save energy when you’re lazy. ‘Lazy’, you ask? Yes, lazy. The article qualifies this quite clearly and makes it easier for everyone to embrace the tips.
All the tips relate to things you can do to cut back on your energy consumption without spending all day in the attempt. For example, the author balks at the idea of having to do some electrical wiring (or hiring an electrician) in order to cut back because its too much of a hassle and investment of time. However, swapping out some lights with the compact fluorescent light bulbs are readily used because its really only takes 5 minutes to swap out a bunch of lights.
Here’s a link to the article: The Energy Diet. It’ll probably require registration once its a day or two old.
It also has a nice table that lists some of the author’s changes and how the cutting back affects his carbon dioxide emissions. Without much effort (his point was how can even a lazy person make a difference) he was able to reduce his emissions by over five percent!
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