Electricity, Lighting & Appliances

Are lithium-ion battery fires a real threat or just a media trend? Discover the actual odds, the science of thermal runaway, and how to safely manage batteries in a modern home. Lithium-ion home battery safety: Lithium-ion batteries have revolutionized how we power our lives, from smartphones and laptops to electric…

The latest battery technology for home power storage as well as EVs is quickly becoming the market leader. Find out why LFP batteries are stealing market share from Lithium Ion batteries. LFP vs lithium-ion: a homeowner's & pro's guide As residential energy storage becomes a standard feature in high-performance…

Winter can challenge all of us with lack of daylight, and the impact on emotional health is very real. An easy way to protect mental health is daylight balancing. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and 'daylight balanced' home lighting: how do they affect us? As the days grow shorter in the fall and winter months…

A great vintage look, reminiscent of Thomas Edison's handmade bulbs but with LED longevity and low energy consumption. What is the difference between LED and Incandescent lightbulbs? At the beginning of the 20th century, light bulbs were handmade, with incandescent filaments painstakingly being placed in tiny glass…

LED light bulbs now come dimmable and with warm colours. Check out our video on choosing bulbs and DIY installation tips. How to choose the best LED bulbs and DIY lighting fixture installation tips. LED bulbs are here to stay, it's time to make the leap. The colours are warmer now, the bulbs are dimable and the…

This human powered washing machine is a great solution for off grid laundry as they save water and require no electricity. Off grid laundry machine Living off grid often means lifestyle sacrifices, but you still need basic amenities like washing machines. you can dry them on a clothes line, but washing them by hand…

Most home electronics and appliances use energy even while in standby mode, and it is estimated that more than half the overall power consumed can happen when they aren't even in use. Reducing energy consumption in homes Even when sitting idle, almost all TVs, computers and stereos etc., will still be using power…

These guide pages are intended to help you find the most efficient and affordable options for pretty much anything that runs on power, and the best ways to generate power yourself. There are a lot of options to consider when shopping for appliances, designing home lighting, and heating your home. These pages outline…

Home lighting impacts safety, function, energy consumption and quality of life. Different lights offer not only different levels of efficiency, but a variety of colours as well, and can help with Seasonal Affective Disorder(S.A.D.). The first thought of home lighting design should be the orientation of windows for…

Explore sodium-ion or saltwater batteries, the safer, sustainable alternative to lithium-ion for home energy storage. Learn how they work for solar integration, off-grid backup power, and saving money. Do saltwater home batteries really work for energy storage? Yes, they absolutely do, and they represent a…