How would I wire a car battery to power appliances and lights?

I want to use a wind generator type of thing and have the car battery be the storage cell. How would I wire this to power a few lights or appliances?

What website shows the values of resistance, voltage, and current in certain appliances?

I need to find all 3 of those for 5 different appliances and prove the equation I = V/R. Any websites that list these specs on appliances, couldn’t find this on sites like Best Buy.

What is this black smudgy film on my white appliances?

I have a new refrigerator, dishwasher, bottle sterilizer and a dirty diaper can… they all are getting this black film on them and they are all white. It comes off with a wet paper towel but Im worried as to why this keeps coming back. Could this be something in Read more

Is stainless steel appliances worth all the finger prints?

I thought about getting the ”stainless look” appliances, but I worry about it rusting if It gets scratched or something. We just bought a new home and we are getting ALL new appliances as well as washer and dryer. Any tips on good brands and stainless steel vs stst look? Read more

Is it possible to run electrical appliances from the telephone socket?

I’ve been puzzling over this and hope someone who’s knowlegable about telephone lines can shed some light. I would appreciate serious answers please. Please do not hesitate to be technical if you have to, thanks!

Is it true that the telephone sockets in our house can actually supply enough electrical Read more

does anyone know how to put a faux finish on stainless steel appliances?

we are getting a new house and it has stainless steel appliance. great! right? well my mother doesn’t think so. she hates the modern feel but she does like the fact that it’s easy to clean. i want to put a faux oil rubbed bronze finish on the appliances. they Read more

what are your opinions of IKEA kitchen cabinets and appliances?

we are planning to remodel our kitchen with Ikea cabinets and appliances and would love any advice and opinions on them, Thank you.
Also I would like to ask if anyone that has used them has children? Sometimes this can make a difference.

Is there a good cleaner for stainless steel appliances?

All the appliances in my kitchen are stainless steel, and I hate how they look becuase every time I wash them they are full of streaks. Is there a good cleaner made for stainless steel that won’t leave streaks?

Which household appliances and electronics use the most electricity?

I live in the New Haven area of Connecticut and our electric bills have absolutely skyrocketed in the past year. What are some good ways to conserve electricity on a daily basis? Which household electronics and appliances use the most electricity?
Which will cost more on the electric bill-
Using Read more

Are new appliances better in term of saving energy?

My light bill just keeps growing no matter what I do. We have change the bulbs for the new "green" ones that are suppose to save you money every month. I keep my thermostad at 78 and not lower even sun is balzing hot outside… is there any benefit on Read more

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