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Posts from ‘May, 2009’

Natural Tiles (in the Kitchen)

The natural unglazed tiles were a little more expensive than the ones we first bought (and sold on, as they weren’t exactly what we wanted). Now that they have been laid, we’re very happy that we bought what we wanted, and didn’t compromise.
O natural azulejos sem verniz foram um pouco mais caro do que os [...]

My Permaculture Garden / Meu Jardim da Permacultura

The garden is so green in May, and every year looks more like a jungle!
O jardim é tão verde em maio, e cada ano mais parece uma selva!

I have not planted a lot of summer crops out yet. Some of the raised beds are still full of broad beans, lupins, poppies and other plants that [...]

We have power! / Temos o poder!

Yes, our panels have been installed, producing 24 volts into the battery bank, and then converted to 220 volts for the house electric system.
Sim, os nossos painéis foram instalados, produzindo 24 volts para a bateria banco e, em seguida, convertidos para 220 volts para o sistema elétrico da casa.

Almost all the sockets, lights and wiring [...]