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The US home: Clothes dryer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

No...no...the machine thingie...

Kenmore Elite 9.0 cu. ft. (255L) Gas Dryer - Easy on Fabric

This Kenmore Elite gas dryer 9107 is equipped with internal sensors that detect moisture, so it stops when clothes are dry, which also prevents over-drying and keeps your garments safe. This gas dryer's steam generator reduces wrinkles and static cling so clothes look their best. You can also tumble clothes without heat so they're fresh and ready to fold or hang. This unit's many smart features make drying efficient and easy.

• SteamCare™ Technology reduces odors, relaxes wrinkles and cuts down on the need for ironing, so clothes are ready to wear in just 20 minutes.
• NSF certified Sanitize Cycle raises temperatures to quickly kill 99.9% of certain bacteria without the use of chemicals so your laundry is clean and healthy...

Kenmore Elite 9.0 cu. ft. (255L) Electric Dryer

 

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The US home: Refrigerator - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Most refrigerators in the US range from 18 cu ft (509L) to 33 cu ft(935L) and have chilled water/cubed ice/crushed ice dispensers connected to the water supply in your house so there is no water reservoir that needs to be refilled taking up precious space)

Top refrigerator/bottom freezer

Top freezer/bottom refrigerator

Side-by-side freezer left/ refrigerator right

French door with bottom freezer (with optional water/cubed ice/crushed ice dispenser)
Kenmore Elite 30 cu.ft. (850L) French Door Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator w/Grab-N-Go™ Door
The Kenmore Elite 74033 French doorfridge delivers more capacity in less space. Featuring a convenient Grab-N-Go™ Door and Tilt-N-Take freezer door, plus GeniusCool™ Technology to keep food fresh and chilled filtered water and ice provides refreshment at your fingertips with the simple select dispenser.

• The Kenmore Elite 7403 3-door refrigerator features a Grab-N-Go™ Door – a unique concept that keeps often-used items in a separate refrigerator compartment that is accessible from the outside with a simple push of a button, so there is no need to open both refrigerator doors, letting cold air escape. It’s also accessible from the inside, making it easy to load with snacks, drinks, leftovers and more.
• High-efficiency thin insulation panels use less space and provide maximum insulation so you can store more food and keep it fresh.
• Slim-in-Door Ice Allows 100% use of the top shelf and lets you store more in the door with convenient door bins.
• Space-saving LED lighting recessed into the top and along the sides of the refrigerator making it easy to see what you're looking for without interfering with storage space.
• Compact water filter is recessed into the ceiling of the refrigerator so you have more usable top shelf space.
• Slim Design air filter helps increase top shelf capacity*.
• Space-saving LED lighting in the bottom of fresh food doors illuminate the freezer bins without interfering with storage space.
• GeniusCool™ Technology combines Digital Temperature Control, Electronic Sensors, and Multi Air Flow to provide optimum temperature performance.
• The Linear Compressor maintains freshness by quickly responding to temperature changes, providing only the amount of cool needed.
• Electronic Temperature Sensors measure multiple temperature points providing feedback for optimum temperature management.
• With Multi Air Flow Technology strategically placed vents distribute cool air evenly throughout the entire refrigerator.
• With Dual Evaporators, the separate cooling system keeps the ideal humidity level for fresh foods and frozen food.
• The Pantry Drawer has digital temperature controls with custom temperature settings for Meat, Deli or Produce to help preserve freshness by storing items at their ideal temperature.
• Vegetables stored in the AirTight™ Crisper retain weight and moisture longer, when compared to a standard crisper bin, resulting in fresher produce.
• The CleanFlow Air filter circulates air through a charcoal filter to help keep the refrigerator smelling fresh.
• Chilled filtered water and ice provides refreshment at your fingertips with the simple select dispenser.
• Water and air filter change indicators let you know when it’s time for a filter change.
• Save money, energy, and the environment with this ENERGY STAR® Qualified refrigerator.
• Exclusive Dual SlideAway Shelves slide back to create more vertical space so you can store taller items like wine bottles and pitchers.
• The 3-tier Freezer Drawer has 3 separate drawers to give you better organization.
• Exclusive Tilt-N-Take Freezer Door offers convenient access to frozen foods without pulling the entire drawer.
• Specially designed Cheese and butter bin provides easy access to cheese and butter.

Ok, yes there is Sub-Zero but I'm sticking with a mainstream everyday brand like Kenmore that everybody can afford and is available in hundreds of stores across the country.

an example Sub-Zero

 

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Top selling cars in the US (2014)

Best-selling vehicles of 2014 [USA]

1) Ford F-150 (pickup truck)
2) Chevrolet Silverado (pickup truck)
3) Dodge Ram (pickup truck)
4) Toyota Camry
5) Honda Accord
6) Toyota Corolla
7) Nissan Altima
8) Honda CR-V
9) Honda Civic
10) Ford Fusion

 

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I see the "y'all" pic but nothing...unless you have a big letterbox on the top and bottom.

 

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I see the "y'all" pic but nothing else

Do you need an eye exam?







(It is displaying correctly with the black boxes top and bottom.)

 

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Top 20 selling cars in the US 2014 (expanded)

1) Ford F-Series (pickup truck...not just the F-150)
2) Chevrolet Silverado (pickup truck)
3) Dodge Ram (pickup truck)
4) Toyota Camry
5) Honda Accord
6) Toyota Corolla
7) Nissan Altima
8) Honda CR-V (small SUV)
9) Honda Civic
10) Ford Fusion
11) Ford Escape (small SUV)
12) Chevrolet Cruze
13) Toyota RAV4 (small SUV)
14) Chevrolet Equinox (small SUV)
15) Hyundai Elantra
16) Ford Focus
17) Hyundai Sonata
18) GMC Sierra (pickup truck)
19) Ford Explorer (SUV)
20) Toyota Prius (hybrid)

Hmm...no Volkswagens

 

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Homes in the USA : Bathroom, Whirlpool Bathtub - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

 

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Homes in the USA : Bathroom, exhaust fan

The Importance of Bathroom Exhaust Fans In Your Home

Odor Control

One of the largest reasons for having an exhaust fan is for odor control. If an unpleasant odor occurs in the bathroom, it can easily be drawn out with the help of an exhaust fan.

As a result, the ventilation system will enable you to keep your bathroom well maintained, while offering a clean atmosphere for the next person who enters.

Humidity Reduction

Reducing the humidity in a bathroom is vital for its upkeep. Excessive moisture can wreak havoc on bathroom walls by causing paint and wallpaper to peel. In extreme cases it can even cause doors to warp!

Most importantly, the humidity can cause mold to accumulate. These spores can grow rapidly and can be difficult to get rid of. Therefore, t is crucial to have bathroom exhaust fans to prevent this from happening.

Fumes and Safety

Bathrooms are typically cleaned with aggressive chemicals, which can cause a variety of health issues when inhaled. This is a major concern especially for small children, the elderly, or those with current lung conditions.

Additionally, if the bathroom is already experiencing a mold problem, the fan will help to remove the buildup of spores in the air. This in turn will also help to slow down the mold's growth rate.

fan/light combo

Don't want your ceiling to look like this:

 

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Homes in the USA: Bathroom sinks

His sink...and her sink..in the Master bathroom.

Piped in hot and cold and drinkable

Hmm..why two? (It's so she can keep her clutter on HER SIDE)

 

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Homes: incandescent, cfl, halogen, LED light bulbs

So about 2 years ago I bought a whole bunch of incandescent 60w light bulbs because the U.S. was talking about phasing them out. I like dimmable bulbs and CFL and LED's at the time were pricey. I figured it would be years before omnidirectional dimmable LED's in the 60W range at a price point of -$5 would appear. I have > 100 light bulbs in various fixtures in my house and that's a big hunk of change to replace if LED's are $30 each. Incandescents were < $0.50 a piece.

Today I see the following 60w (800 lumen) dimmable LED soft white bulb for $4.99 at HomeDepot. Same bulb was over $12 a year ago,

I guess tomorrow is today.
Edit: wow it works with standard dimmers too (do not need to replace with the LED specific ones). I tested in some of my dimmers and it does indeed work...although at the lowest sliding position it was still putting out the same brightness as say a 10W incandescent.

Now what do I do with my 50+ stash of 60w double life incandescents.

 

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Homes in the US: bathtub/shower Pressure-balanced valve - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

This is the typical control for a shower/tub combo system.

"A pressure-balanced valve provides water at nearly constant temperature to a shower or bathtub, despite pressure fluctuations in either the hot or cold supply lines.

If, for example, someone flushes a toilet while the shower is in use, the fixture suddenly draws a significant amount of cold water from the common supply line, causing a pressure drop. In the absence of a compensating mechanism, the relatively higher pressure in the hot water supply line will cause the shower temperature to rise just as suddenly, possibly reaching an uncomfortable or even dangerous level. Conversely, if someone opens a hot water faucet elsewhere, the relatively higher pressure in the cold water supply line will cause the shower temperature to drop suddenly.

The pressure-balanced shower valve compensates for changes in water pressure. It has a diaphragm or piston inside that reacts to relative changes in either hot or cold water pressure to maintain balanced pressure. As water pressure drops on one supply line, the valve reduces the pressure in the other supply line to match. A side effect of this is that the pressure and flow at the shower head or tub spigot will drop twice as much as if only one supply line had been affected, but without a large temperature change. There are ball bearings in the valves to regulate forces."

 

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don't you get bored of posting this boring shit day in and day out.. lightbulbs, washing machines, bath tubs, dish washers, detergent, supermarkets, the kitchen sink ! you don't say !

cuisine, music, guns, culture, personal general aviation etc in the states are far more interesting topics than plug sockets lol .. just saying

how about US custom shop axes ?