reclaiming a bourbon barrel, or other repurposed wooden bins
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Comments (34)BTW, we were advised by the gray water installer that we must switch from bio-degradable soaps to bio-compatible soaps. Otherwise, the eventual salt build-up will harm the garden plantings. Also, plants that don't like phosphates (some New Zealand/Australian types, I believe?) shouldn't be watered with gray water, as it's usually fairly high in phosphorus. You may want to test your graywater after installation to be certain. Cost estimate for a simple sand/cattail tub (55 gal) with overflow valve, small pump, shut-off valve and catch basin was quoted at $2500. We'll probably get it installed in March, after some carpentry work is finished on the back porch. This company also does roof rainwater systems. Although we have almost the perfect setup, I won't be doing it because the ideal place to put a 9' round aboveground container would completely disrupt a major corner of the garden, as well as being visually ugly not only to us, but to three of our neighbors as well. However, the rep said in a normal rainfall year (which of course, we haven't had lately, LOL) a roof rainwater system can collect an average of 15,000-18,000 gallons. An excellent idea, and I wish I'd thought of it when we were originally landscaping. I could have managed to partially or completely hide a 12' concrete pad with its 8' tall tank, if I'd done it to begin with. Hope this information is helpful to others....See Moredo you or would you dump yard waste in the woods?
Comments (20)I think the Japanese knotweed along the road edge of our property got there via the town's brushcutting. There are huge stands of knotweed about a 1/2 mile from us. The town brush cuts about 3 feet along roadsides. I bet a piece got caught up in the mower. My husband got a concentrated weed killer and sprays just the plant. The leaves die and the poison goes to the roots. There are just a few stems but he keeps check all the time. Right now it looks like the early summer application has worked. I don't think digging it up works. Do you know where your property lines are? I would not want grass clippings from a lawn service on my property due to the chemicals that are usually used. Sounds to me like you should talk with the owner of the property that abuts yours to see if they know where the property line is and to discuss this problem. Once you know for sure if the dump is on your property, send a letter to the lawn services. The previous owner may have said it was ok to dump there but you are the new owner and want the practice stopped. Keep a nice tone. The lawn service workers might not know there was a change in owners. I would mention the knotweed as a big reason to discontinue dumping. Good luck....See Morefarmgirlinky kitchen before/after -- too long, too many pictures
Comments (96)This is the kitchen that has been in my brain for at least 10 years, and here you have gone and done it perfectly!!! I'm going to Pinterest the bejebbers out of it as inspiration photos for the coming renovations (as soon as I finish all these pesty bathrooms!). Seriously, I have wanted a 4 oven Aga plus a module for ages. I already have the full 601 fridge & freezer (so a little bigger than your Subzero.) And I plan to put a big barrel hood over it all. And you have a big island with not huge aisles! And you have soapstone! I really think we're channeling the same frequencies. I'm totally in love with your butler's pantry! We didn't inherit one, but I may use the cabinet sliding door idea for the walk-thru pantry I'm planning. It solves my problem of a tight space and not really wanting all open shelves! Ok, I'm off to study this kitchen more deeply! Truly, I know this reveal is several years past now, but wow just the same! Great job! Always ;-) Hunzi...See MoreAn Eco-friendly Wood Finish Alternative
Comments (11)I get a little impatient with people who want "all natural," "eco-friendly," and "sustainable." I would challenge most of these people to pass a ninth-grade science test. In most cases I think they are just being duped out of their money. Add to the fact that finishing labels rarely tell the whole truth about the contents. Below is a link and at $30 a quart seems like quite the deal. I have never really understood the fascination, almost cult-like following, of tung oil. It seems to offer no advantages over the much cheaper, faster, easier to use, and less error-prone boiled linseed oil (which is not boiled, another finish label lie). I would challenge anyone to distinguish between the two side by side on the same piece of wood. I did a fabric cleaning job for a lady a few years ago. She didn't want me to use any "chemicals." I'm thinking, that leaves light or vacuum, because everything else, including Di-hydrogen Monoxide (aka water) is a chemical. She was pleased when I pulled out a jar of "Natural Fiber Cleaner." I didn't tell her that "natural" modified "fiber" (it was meant for Haitian cotton) and not "cleaner." The only difference was the pH; it was not as alkaline as the other cleaners. Here is a link that might be useful: one alternative...See MoreIan.E
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