Calculators
Calculating the Cost of Gas for Your Next Trip
Calculators, Green Home, Quick Picks by Jenn Lingle
To find out how much you’ll spend for gas on your next trip, go to this nifty fuel cost calculator from AAA. It takes into account where you’re going, the type of car you drive, and the current price of gas in that part of the country. Comparing the cost for two different cars might just convince you to leave the SUV in the driveway and take a smaller vehicle instead!
Calculating Lawn Irrigation Costs
Calculators, Exterior, Irrigation & Watering, Lawn and Garden by Ben Erickson
With drought gripping much of the country, and the price of water on the rise, it’s become increasingly important to know how much water you use to irrigate your yard as well as how much it costs. Read in full.
Board Foot Calculator
Calculators, Carpentry by Ben Erickson
While lumber is commonly sold by the piece in building supply stores, wholesalers and hardwood dealers usually price their stock by the board foot. Ask for a dozen two by fours eight feet long at your local sawmill, and you’ll be told that what you really want is 64 board feet of lumber. Read in full.
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Choosing a Hot Water Heater
Calculators, Green Home, Interior, Plumbing by Joe Cuhaj
Heating water is the second largest single user of energy in the home. While we all enjoy a soothing hot shower, rising energy costs—along with their adverse environmental impact—make it a good time to take a closer look at the various options now available. Read in full.
Carpet Calculator
Calculators, Flooring by Danny Lipford
Carpet is sold by the square yard, which is equivalent to an area 3 feet by 3 feet. Waste is usually figured at 10% but may be changed to any amount desired. To see how many square yards you would need, enter the measurements of your room in feet and inches, and click the calculate button. Totals are rounded up to the nearest whole number. Read in full.
