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Wayne wrote:
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Wayne wrote:
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In article 5TMLc.28901$9I.20458@okepread02,
"Richard Henry" wrote:
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I forgot to comment on heat prevention. Don't use things that
generate heat. Light bulbs, computers, TVs, vacuum cleaners (yay!),
radios. I haven't figured out how to keep the refrigerator's
heat out of the house other than to not open the door.

/BAH

IOW, just stop living until the weather cools off. Sorry, not an
option!

That's an extreme position. I live just fine :-). But you can
make living style decisions that will reduce costs. Doing the
hot cooking outdoors may be one. Not turning on lights from habit
is another. Turning off lights is another. Two 60W light bulbs
seem to raise the temp in my living room a couple of degrees.
My Dad keeps complaining about how hot it is but still turns on
two halogen lights at night. Those things could almost heat the
house.

/BAH

I do most of that already. I use our grill and sideburner for most
meals and even plug in the crockpot on the patio instead of the kitchen.
Almost every light fixture in our home is equipped with a compact
fluorescent, and most are kept off unless really needed.

I bought and used my first ones this spring. They still generate heat.

.. We're
currently renting, so making modifications to the house is out of the
question, as is any extensive planting for shade.

Not being allowed to make mods to the place you live can also be
considered a feature :-). Making a deal with a landlord about
mods is an option to explore. Hanging rugs on the inside of
outside walls can substitute for insulation if you're not allowed
to do that stuff. Caulking works for both summer and winter.
Duct tape is a gal's best friend. I spent one weekend one winter
feeling for leaks. Then I taped it. It made interesting decor
but I wasn't cold.

/BAH


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