DIY Solar Furnace: An Affordable Heating in 5 Steps

 

 

 

 

DIY Solar Furnace: An Affordable Heating in 5 Steps – Your Projects@OBN

 

During the winter, heaters are essential to keep our homes warm. While there are many heater types and models available, it is important to find one that is right for your home. A heater should be selected based on the size of the room, the type of fuel used, and the level of maintenance needed. DIY solar furnaces are an affordable and efficient way to heat your home.

In this solar-powered heating system, cheap and easily accessible materials are used. Overall, the system costs less than $50. A system like that can keep a home warm and comfortable all winter long at an incredible price. In addition, you'll save money on energy bills because the unit runs on solar power.

Anything that can save money is a good thing. Also a great idea if in an area prone to power outages.  

 

How to build an Off Grid Solar Box Window Heater using Greenhouse Panels. Also Doubles as a Solar Oven

 

 

 

 

How to build an Off Grid Solar Box Window Heater using Greenhouse Panels. Also Doubles as a Solar Oven

 

I think this is a must have for everyone. Could really save some money with warming your rooms with something like this. Something that you could do over the weekend and see the benefits of having it immediately. I have also been thinking of turning one of my big south facing windows into a small "greenhouse". Could grow small items, like herbs, lettuce, etc. Would be really nice to grab some fresh lettuce in the middle of winter.

Food Storage Recipe - Cheddar Cheese Quick Bread

Quick bread that is simple to make and taste great. 

NEED:

2 cups all-purpose flour

 

4 teaspoon baking powder

 

1 tablespoon sugar

 

1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

 

1/2 teaspoon salt

 

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar

 

1 cup milk

 

1 large egg

 

2 tablespoon butter

 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a loaf pan.

 

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic powder and salt.

 

 Stir in shredded cheese.

 

 Set aside.

 

In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg & butter.

 

Add liquid ingredients to bowl of dry ingredients. 

 

Stir until just combined.

 

 Do not over mix.

 

Spoon/pour into loaf pan.

 

Bake for 45-50 minutes.

 

 Top should be a golden brown.

 

Cool before you remove loaf from pan, slice & serve.

 

 

 

 

Food Storage Recipe - Homemade Ham Gravy

 

Homemade Ham Gravy is a must have for my family. Not big fans of turkey.

 

NEED:

 

2 Tablespoons butter

 

4 Tablespoons cornstarch

 

1 cup ham drippings

 

1 cup low sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth

 

1/2 cup milk

 

Black pepper to taste

 

In a pan, melt the butter and then add cornstarch.

 

 Mix well till the cornstarch lightly browns.

 

 Add the ham drippings, broth and milk.  

 

Continue whisking till fully combined and creamy to your right consistency. 

 

Sprinkle some ground black pepper to taste.

 

 Enjoy this with ham and mashed potatoes!

 

 

 

Food Storage Recipe - Bacon and Egg Cups

 

Perfect breakfast dish that has everything in one! 

NEED:

 8 eggs

 8 slice of peppered bacon

 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

 1 tomato, sliced into 8 slices

 1 teaspoon salt 

1 teaspoon pepper

 Fresh chives, chopped, for garnish.

 Preheat oven to 350°

  Take a muffin tin with regular-sized cups, and line 8 muffin cups with a slice of bacon in a spiral pattern. 

Press firmly in place. 

 Crack an egg into the center of each well. 

 Top each cup with equal amounts of Swiss cheese and a tomato slice.

  Season with salt and pepper. 

 Place in the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until egg is done.  

Serve warm, garnished with fresh chives if desired.