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What is a good air conditioning option for camping?

Just some thoughts I had since I’ve camped in the heat a lot. I can’t do much since I backpack ; it was only last year that I bought a cheap personal fan. If you can get one that will blow into one end of a flimsy tube (like the plastic sleeves they put newspapers into, taped end-to-end), put the fan at the top of the tent and blow the hot air outside. You could pin the exhaust end to the inside of a screen. Draw in outside air through the screen at the bottom. If you can stand the breeze, have a small fan blow directly on you. To shield your tent from the sun during the day, try one or more of those aluminized plastic emergency blankets. Swamp coolers (evaporative) only work in very dry air and need a steady supply of both power and water. It can sit outside the tent and be ducted in with the flimsy tube idea. This cools the air stream, so the cooled air must flow through the tent–it can’t be bottled up. Check the power and water consumption and make sure it’ll work in your climate...
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3 Reasons to Create a Camping Checklist

Camping can be a great adventure for the whole family. It brings you closer to nature and at the same time, gives you opportunities to bond and spend time with each other. Not to mention, it is one of the best and most practical means to escape the hectic lifestyle that you have been living for the past few years. But just so you know, camping is not all about fun and excitement. It also requires proper planning and preparation. In fact, you need to consider a wide variety of things before you can go on to this trip. The good news is there are some things you can do make the process easier and one of these is to create a camping checklist. For some people, checklists are tedious and boring to do. But you can never undermine the benefits that it can bring to your camping getaway. If you are still not convinced, here are top 3 reasons why it is a must to create a checklist for your camping vacation. Reason # 1 – So you will not forget anything important When going on a camping tr...
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Benefits Of Modular Buildings Are Never Ending

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Modular Buildings versus Traditional Construction When compared to traditional construction of a commercial business, modular buildings give you a great deal of benefits. Most of these benefits lead to saving you a lot of time and money – both of which are important in today’s economy where business is concerned. Unlike the expected 3 to 5 months that are needed for completion of a traditionally constructed commercial business, the choice to purchase a modular building can have your company ready for business within 8 to 10 weeks. With 90% of the construction of a modular building being accomplished at another location, the remaining 10% usually just consists of securing it together at your chosen building site. Workers can work around the clock on your modular building at their facility without the worry of noise interruption to neighbors, unfavorable weather conditions or the never ending hassle of permits and inspections that require lengthy scheduling dates. Modular...
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Carports – Happy Memories and Functionality

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Carports are not garages. Well, that’s obvious right? I mean, they are not completely enclosed. They don’t usually have built in storage or shelving. They are open for all the world to see. They are just carports. But that’s the great thing about them. They are a place to put your car, boat or RV and that’s pretty much it. Simple, functional, relatively inexpensive, and sometimes even movable. They come in all sorts of configurations, from metal, to wood, to canvas. And, they range in price from the hundreds to the thousands of dollars. But more on that later. First, I just have to take a little trip down memory lane. I don’t think that carports are usually associated with fond memories, but they are for me. When I was a kid I lived in a house that had an attached carport. Sort of a lean-to structure built onto the house. It didn't have a close-able door so was always open in the front. It wasn't very big but it holds a special place in my memories because it was wh...
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The Advantages of Pop up Canopies

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For the people who need a canopy that is lightweight, easy to assemble and dissemble, easy to transport, and attractive, pop up canopies have a lot of appeal. Whether you are preparing a craft show or a BBQ in your backyard you certainly don’t want spend a considerable amount of time trying to connect all of the pieces of a canopy that is hard to put together. Pop up canopies are known ez ups canopies, instants, and quick shades since they may easily be set up in only a few minutes. There are some kinds that have the frame and the legs that are controlled by a type of sliding accordion that eliminates the requirement to position each leg. This also makes it easy to dissemble the canopy. All that is required is for you to release the pins or locks and close the canopy. There are some canopies that handle situation of uneven ground by having legs that telescope. Pop up canopies offer both mobility and stability. There frames are either made from heavy aluminum that is of he...
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The Elegance of Canopy Gazebo

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Gardens and yards are always considered as a romantic venue for weddings and engagements alike. The feel of the outdoor wind, the smell of the fresh grass and the landscaped stone works, plants and flowers brings joy and wonder to anyone’s heart. Fountains and ponds also soothes the heart and soul, it is no wonder that some people would rather say their “I do’s” in garden weddings than in the church. In backyard parties and other events, one must consider a proper and unique way in providing the shade and elegant feeling of an outdoor event in the backyard. One good way of doing this is through proper landscaping and gardening. Having the right kind of plants and stone works is not just enough; placing them in the right places is significant as well. This is what makes a canopy gazebo such an ideal centerpiece to any wedding or event. Werther you want to use a gazebo for your engagement photos or you want it to be the centerpiece for your wedding, a well landscaped gazebo ca...
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Protecting Your Patio From The Many Natural Elements

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Most working individuals with families target a home as their primary investment. Since the home is generally considered symbolic of one’s social status, many exert much effort to make their homes a beautiful and comfortable one without sacrificing functionality and the budget. This attitude also helps boost the property’s value and makes the dwelling a personal statement of the homeowner. This motivation drives a multi-billion dollar market for home refurbishments, fixtures and related maintenance and services. One particular segment that thrives on home building and renovation is the market for patio canopies , covers and accessories. The exposure that patios have to rain, snow, sun and the elements has made canopy manufacturers come up with varying models made of different materials to address this concern. For added comfort, canopy makers typically offer waterproof systems with roof tensioning and related support to prevent water accumulation. Made-to-order patio canopies can...
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