Ducted reverse cycle air con, is it worth it?
Definitely! The upfront cost can be reduced substantially by availing being offered under Victoria government program.
Fixing decorative mouldings to solid brick walls
If you don't prefer to use nails/screws, you can rely on polyurethane based construction adhesive, something like Loctite PL Premium. This method is only effective if the moulding is lightweight.…
Rinnai instantaneous water heater
Instantaneous water heater are budget-friendly and space-efficient, but I'd recommend you to install . In a long run, heat pumps become cheaper to run.
LED lights in shower niches
I would also recommend you to consider installing dimmer for the strip .
Electrical power usage monitor
Have to shell out $399 for EdgeConX energy monitor. If you are living in Victoria, you can get Emerald EMS (also offering the same features) for free under the VEU…
Good brand of downlights
Luna downlights from Emerald are great. Do check government rebates on lighting before .
How much is it to install downlights after handover?
If you're a Victorian, you can get the under the VEU scheme.
Planning for LED downlights
https://www.takethreelighting.com/layou ... neral.html
This guide should help you out.
Solar Panels Instead Roof Tiles - Experiences?
How much did it cost? Have you got them installed?
Downlights
A light having a higher color temperature appears brighter.
My Rainwater harvesting system
Hello. This system looks great but I couldn't see any mechanism to stop stormwater backflow.
Downlights
5000k is too bright for household applications.. except when used for task lightings like in the kitchen or garage.
Dropped Ceiling For Electrical Upgrade
For low ceiling spaces, you should go for LED recessed lights.
Cheap solar derailing the market?
There should be a thorough regulatory control over the quality of solar system installation. Rigorous testing of the solar panels should be mandated in the law.
Using solar panel for roofing?
I have installed the solar rooftop panels. My 5Kw solar system would take around 5 years to payback. The payback period varies from state to state.
LED floodlight - which would be better quality?
Do consider beam angle and IP ratings of the floodlights you are going to buy.
VEET Scheme Australia
There is the Energy Savings Scheme(ESS) scheme for NSW.
Eating plastic?
Consumption of single-use plastic can be cut substantially.
Eating plastic?
Around 50% of the plastic we use is single use. If we can reduce its consumption to near zero, half of the problems related to plastic will be solved.
Washing machines and environmental vandalism
Thanks for the article & video links. People in most developing countries like India wash their clothes with hands. We should also take a cue from people of Japan who…
Very high electricity consumption
Water heater takes loads of electricity unit. Do check its energy star ratings.
Sustainability Links
Thanks for the great list. I would add environment.gov.au to the list.
Online Lighting Places- sites & info not general discussion.
I found three LED installer in Victoria state.
1. Timetosave
2. iPromise
3. Ecofin Solutions.
https://www.ecofinsolution.com.au/residential-lighting/