James Dulley Column September 2009 Graphics

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Update Bulletin Number - Topic
333 - Appliance usage costs	- c333-1.jpg- color photo - Using countertop cooking appliances outdoors during summer saves electricity by reducing the cooling load on your central air conditioner. - Photo credit - James Dulley - c333-2.jpg - color photo - For smaller food quantities, using a countertop convection toaster/oven reduces cooking time and electricity usage. - Photo credit - James Dulley - c333-3.jpg - color photo - Using a solar oven for steaming rice and vegetables uses no electricity and does not heat the kitchen. - Photo credit - James Dulley - c333-4.jpg - color photo - Using a pressure cooker is efficient and ideal for fast cooking of tougher meat cuts and stews. - Photo credit - James Dulley - c333-5.jpg - color photo - The nameplate on the appliance indicates the maximum wattage or amperage it consumes. Use this for your cost-to-use calculations. - Photo credit - James Dulley
361 - Efficient clothes washers	- c361-1.jpg- color photo - This front-loading clothes washer uses very little water and offer many water/energy saving wash cycles. - Photo credit - Miele - c361-2.jpg - color photo - This very efficient front-loading clothes washer and dryer are raised up from the floor for easier loading. - Photo credit - Miele - c361-3.jpg - color photo - This front-loading washer spins the drum very fast for improved rinsing action. - Photo credit - Miele - c361-4.jpg - color photo - This honey comb drum design with very small holes reduces wear on the clothes fabrics. - Photo credit - Miele - c361-5.jpg - color photo - This Cabrio model washers 4.5 cubic feet of clothes using about half as much water as a standard top-loading washer. - Photo credit - Whirlpool - c361-6.jpg - color photo - Electronic digital controls on the Cabrio top-loading washer automatically determine how much water to use. Notice the glass window in the top of the door. - Photo credit - Whirlpool
372 - Retractable awnings	- c372-1.jpg- color photo - Lateral arm retractable awning opens to cover entire porch areas- Photo credit - Craft-Bilt - c372-2.jpg - color photo - This lateral arm retractable awning fabric has a unique contemporary pattern. - Photo credit - Sunsetter - c372-3.jpg - color photo - Notice the electric wires running to the housing to operate the electric motor top open and close the awning. - Photo credit - Sunsetter - c372-4.jpg - color photo - The colors of the fabric and the slope of the awning complement the house. The light-colored fabric also lets ample diffused light come through. - Photo credit - Craft-Bilt - c372-5.jpg - color photo - This is a relatively narrow retractable awning with a very long extension to fit the deck. - Photo credit - Craft-Bilt - c372-6.jpg - color photo - This shows a retractable awning in various opened positions. - Photo credit - Craft-Bilt - c372-7.jpg - color photo - This shows how the hand crank attaches to the retractable awning housing. A hand crank is the most common design. - Photo credit - Craft-Bilt
394 - Alternative roofing materials	- c394-1.jpg- color photo - These simulated cedar shakes are made from recycled plastics and are available in nine colors. - Photo credit - Ecostar - c394-2.jpg - color photo - This close-up view shows simulated slate made from recycled plastics. Notice the authentic edge details. - Photo credit - Ecostar - c394-3.jpg - color photo - Simulated green tiles are made from recycled plastics and have a 50-year warranty. - Photo credit - Ecostar - c394-4.jpg - color photo - Attractive recycled plastic roofing materials can be made into many styles. Notice the roof ridge vent for efficiency. - Photo credit - Ecostar - c394-5.jpg - color photo - Various colors of clay roofing. A combination of colors can be used for an attractive appearance. - Photo credit - Ludowici Roof Tile - c394-6.jpg - color photo - Bent cedar shingles provide a smooth, curved appearance. The wood is steamed and bent to create this look. - Photo credit - Huber & Associates - c394-7.jpg - color photo - Lightweight concrete roofing simulated cedar shakes. This does not require additional roofing supports. - Photo credit - Monierlife Tile