water saving

How to make a self-watering WICKING BED out of an IBC.

lish — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 05:48:12 +0000

How to make a self-watering WICKING BED out of an IBC. lish Wed, 02 Aug 2023 - 15:48

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This is a great video but in retrospect there are a few things I omitted.

- Cutting the IBC in half with angle-grinder may feel daunting. You can do it.

- You'll need to unscrew the cage so you can turn the cage upside down so the 'smooth' edges are around the top of your wicking bed.

- You don't need to buy everything new and fancy. You'll get the idea. Basically you don't want the overflow to clog up with a stone!

lish — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 12:17:22 +0000

How to build an in-garden worm tower lish Thu, 09 Apr 2015 - 22:17

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TIPS AND TRICKS

For general worm farm tips and trips watch my 'How to start a worm farm video'
A 'worm feast' will cost you around $30 from hard-ware shop.
Go to your local tip shop and poke around for an appropriate sized tube that will also do the job.
A lid is important to stop vermin. You can use an old drip tray from a pot or even a potted plant.

lish — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:05:26 +0000

WATCH NOW: How to fix a dripping tap lish Wed, 15 Jun 2011 - 00:05

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Top tricks and tips.

Put the plug in the sink to avoid dropping loose parts down. Take plug out before turning the water back on.

Check both hot and cold taps - good idea to replace both washers while you are at it.

The mechanism may be quite tricky to unscrew. It may need a fair force to undo it.

Avoid over-tightening the tap. This keeps your new valve in top shape for longer.

If you are concerned you will need to call a plumber, do this job early on a weekday morning - easier to get a plumber if you need to (not that you will need to).

If your tap and spindle are all corroded and very hard to move try: A longer handled spanner/wrench to get some mechanical advantage, using heat (a hairdryer), some CLR around the spindle to remove the corrosion.

If you are having trouble getting the tap undone ask someone to help. It may be easier to hold the tap underneath the sink while unscrewing the spindle. If it is really too hard, call a plumber wots got the tools.

lish — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:49:35 +0000

Rebates Abound lish Wed, 20 Apr 2011 - 10:49

lish — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 04:54:40 +0000

COMING UP: Planting and growing your own seeds and seedlings. lish Fri, 25 Mar 2011 - 15:54