Arquivo de DIY - Homegrid

February 12, 2025

Solar Brother

True experts in concentrated solar energy, Gilles and Gatien have over 25 years’ experience in solar energy, from solar thermal power plants to designing small-scale products such as solar lighters. We are convinced that concentrated solar energy is one of the main energy sources of the third millennium. It is with conviction and passion that

February 12, 2025

SunOk

SunOK was created with the aim of providing innovative decentralized energy solutions. Our initial focus was to revive the Sun Cook solar oven, which was already recognized as a leader and pioneer in its field, but we later evolved the concept into one of the most environmentally friendly products on the market: the Suntaste solar

November 29, 2023

Tips on energy efficiency

25 energy efficiency tips 25 Energy-efficient Tips To Lower Electricity Costs Source: https://www.directenergy.com/learning-center/25-energy-efficiency-tips   What consumes the most electricity? What Uses the Most Electricity in My Home Source: https://www.directenergy.com/learning-center/what-uses-most-electricity-in-my-home   Energy efficiency tips for your home Energy efficiency tips for your household Source: https://mtbest.net/tips-for-your-home/ Source: https://mtbest.net/bubble-glazing/ bubble-glazing    

November 28, 2023

How to cultivate in small spaces

10 Best Herbs to Grow Indoors 20210322_10 Best Herbs to Grow Indoors Source: https://www.treehugger.com/best-herbs-to-grow-indoors-5094537   Simple Vertical Gardens for Small Spaces 20220714_5 Ideas for Simple DIY Vertical Gardens in Small Spaces Source: https://www.treehugger.com/ideas-simple-diy-vertical-gardens-5525435   15 types of wildflowers to plant in your garden 20220711_15 Types of Wildflowers to Plant in Your Garden Source: https://www.treehugger.com/types-of-wildflowers-5524744  

November 24, 2023

The farmer’s calendar

Calendar of sowings, plantings and harvests We are entering the most active season for collecting seeds of wild and native species. Continue preparing the beds for the upcoming autumn sowings and plantings. Now is the best time to sow and plant shrubs and trees. Prepare beds and dry matter to cover the base of the

November 23, 2023

How to grow from seeds

How to grow a walnut tree from seeds Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrSqlCxjZpU   How to propagate chillies on bananas Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8r0bq6mo0A   How to Grow Lemon Trees from Seeds Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpeYutU1BDg   How to create a lemon tree from a leaf Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5G1T9FA-o_A   How to propagate potatoes Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WUl5NC4e54    

November 23, 2023

How to maintain a healthy garden

Self-irrigating pot Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmhXJ5TwPvo   Self-irrigating pot in a 20-litre jug Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CW8vjlKKl3U   Homemade insecticide Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW5mFM_bOw0   Use NEEM Oil for Pest Control Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qnq7-BfDw4Y   How to make a flowerbed directly on the ground Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbnaUwD-tYI   Keeping the Vegetable Garden Irrigated with Clay Pots Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5YbMGFIApY    

June 12, 2023

Measures to reduce energy consumption

DIY – Insulate the shutter box Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIYvB–KJLU (activate English subtitles on YouTube) DIY – Insulation of the radiator niche Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXi1KO4XOZc (activate English subtitles on YouTube) DIY – Insulating and sealing the attic stairs Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRJdU80lY38 (activate English subtitles on YouTube)  

September 19, 2022

Wind Turbine MAGNUM 5

Source: https://www.tesup.pt/product-page/turbina-eolica-magnum5-12v-24v-48v-5kw-Portugal Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHhuNP2-tps Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tpwdQxxMXs&list=PLQAaTx4jF6Jl0zXjjAiDqrOCs_XoFP6Ec