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2 months2 monthsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
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.

4 months4 monthsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
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.…

1 year1 yearrantapawanrantapawan posted:
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.

2 years2 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
LED lights in shower niches

I would also recommend you to consider installing dimmer for the strip .

3 years3 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
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…

3 years3 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Good brand of downlights

Luna downlights from Emerald are great. Do check government rebates on lighting before .

4 years4 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
How much is it to install downlights after handover?

If you're a Victorian, you can get the under the VEU scheme.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Solar Panels Instead Roof Tiles - Experiences?

How much did it cost? Have you got them installed?

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Downlights

A light having a higher color temperature appears brighter.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
My Rainwater harvesting system

Hello. This system looks great but I couldn't see any mechanism to stop stormwater backflow.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Downlights

5000k is too bright for household applications.. except when used for task lightings like in the kitchen or garage.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Dropped Ceiling For Electrical Upgrade

For low ceiling spaces, you should go for LED recessed lights.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
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.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
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.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Sustainability Links

Its a great resource list Steve, Thanks!

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
LED floodlight - which would be better quality?

Do consider beam angle and IP ratings of the floodlights you are going to buy.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
VEET Scheme Australia

There is the Energy Savings Scheme(ESS) scheme for NSW.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Eating plastic?

Consumption of single-use plastic can be cut substantially.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
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.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
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…

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Very high electricity consumption

Water heater takes loads of electricity unit. Do check its energy star ratings.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Sustainability Links

Thanks for the great list. I would add environment.gov.au to the list.

5 years5 yearsrantapawanrantapawan posted:
Online Lighting Places- sites & info not general discussion.

I found three LED installer in Victoria state.
1. Timetosave
2. iPromise
3. Ecofin Solutions.

rantapawan wrote:

https://www.ecofinsolution.com.au/residential-lighting/

5 years5 years

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