Create zones for your hot-water heating system
Article Abstract:
The installation of additional thermostats and zone valves to a hot-water heating system can offer the dual advantages of saving energy and providing a more comfortably heated house. The installation techniques involved in working with single-pipe, double-pipe and series-loop systems are discussed.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1992
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Problem-solving paints and coatings
Article Abstract:
There are a number of surfaces that are difficult to paint because of moisture, heat or the composition of the surface itself. A listing of painting problems, the solutions and the proper paints to use is presented.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1992
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Setback thermostats
Article Abstract:
Setback thermostats, that can switch to a lower setting at night and when no one is home, save both energy and money. Worksheet calculation instructions, to determine individual savings, are presented.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1992
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