Solar Paint: What Is The Reality?

Solar paint promises cheap electricity with very little effort. There have been several claims of progress toward this kind of power generation over the past few years. In reality though solar paint remains firmly in the realm of possible future worlds. A regular feature of articles on this topic are comments such as "could have a great impact", "it is hoped that", "scientists predict" and so on. None of these materials are currently available to the public. Predicted conversion rates for these future solar cells is at best 5%, less than half the current efficiency of thin film solar panels.

Solar power paint must operate in the same manner as all other photovoltaic substances. This means it requires at least two layers. One layer absorbs the sun's energy and releases electrons into the electricity supply of, say, a house and a second layer to reabsorb the electrons once they have passed through the circuit. Here are some of the technological claims that have been made so far:

Carbon NanoTubes

Carbon comes in many forms, and two of the forms that are used in this version of paint on solar cells are carbon nanotubes and fullerines. Both these are allotropes of carbon. The basic idea is that the carbon allotropes capture electrons released by the plastic they are printed onto.

Claims of possible "print at home" solar panels have arisen around this potential technology, but this is not possible with current technology. Experimental units have been produced at great cost but the means to produce these cells on a commercial scale does not exist.

One company, Nanosolar, has produced a printable solar technology that uses nanoparticles that align when the dye is setting to create semiconductors. This technology has been patented and Nanosolar is now commercially producing panels based on this technique. Hundreds of millions of dollars have been invested in this and there is no reason to suspect that the technical details of this process will be made public any time soon.

Paint Onto Steel

The most recent claim for progress in this field has been from the British University of Swansea. Absolutely no technical details have been made available about this process so all we can do is imagine how great it would be if such a thing existed.

Many other claimed breakthroughs make no mention of the technology whatsoever. While such a concept as solar power paint would be marvelous, we must take claims of progress in this area with a grain of salt. It also follows that anyone claiming to sell such a product is more than likely to be selling a bogus product.

Ultra Thin Silicon Print

Recent research at the University of Illinois in the US has resulted in an ultra thin silicon solar cell. The cell is flexible due to its thinness and is similar in its performance to other solar cells. This has also been described as a printing type of process. While there are undoubtedly many applications that transparent flexible cells could be put to, there is no chance that solar cells requiring ultra thin silicon could ever be incorporated into a paint, home printer or anything other than a high tech production line.

Summary

While one or more of the above technologies may become commercially viable at some stage in the future, there are currently no readily available solar paints. Any claim from a vendor to be selling paint on solar cells must be treated with a very high degree of scepticism as it is almost certainly a scam.

Durable flooring is also some of the most affordable

Some of the most durable flooring is also some of the most affordable and stylish.If you want to maintain a certain style in your home, you'll want to consider matching your hardwood flooring with a rug.The fact is that hardwood flooring isn't really meant for high-traffic parts of the home.If you settle for less, your laminate flooring will only be a reminder of the flooring you really wanted.You look at some listings, you check out samples of various styles, and, consciously or subconsciously, you strike from the record anything above a certain price.The truth is that cost is somewhat important, it's simply not the most important factor, or the only important factor in selecting laminate flooring.Something to consider is where you plan on putting the laminate flooring.Here are just a few things to consider.Where Are You Putting the Flooring?If you use hardwood in your living room or hallway, you're going to see it wearing down and getting scuffed much more quickly than you might expect, and certainly more quickly than you'd see in a lower-traffic part of the house like the dining room.What you're looking for is a combination of style, durability and cost effectiveness.




It's your home, install the flooring you like best.When you install the laminate flooring, you should take a moment to consider covering some of it with a carpet, as this can greatly expand the lifespan of your hardwood flooring.How Important is Cost?Keep this in mind when considering the choices you have in terms of style and appearance.When you're shopping for laminate flooring, there's a tendency to narrow your choice down by price right up front.The point isn't that you need to spend more to get great quality, but that putting cost first, using it as the primary deciding factor when selecting laminate flooring, not only results in selecting the wrong flooring, it may also cost you more money in the long run.By installing long-lasting, well-made flooring, you save money in the long run, and you wind up with flooring that looks great in your home and actually makes you happy with the results.In fact, this isn't always the case.



If you find it is absolutely perfect, choosing the second best isn't going to be very rewarding.Style If you're spending the money on laminate flooring, are you really going to be happy selecting any style but the one you want?This is a good way to get your floors taken care of for less, but when you really break it down, you have to wonder if prioritizing a low price above all other considerations is really the best way to select laminate flooring.If you don't want to regret the purchase, then choose the very best flooring.This isn't to say that the more expensive flooring is necessarily the more durable flooring. But how much are you really saving if the laminate flooring you're buying needs to be replaced much earlier than the slightly more expensive flooring you were looking at?

Green Energy Home Project

You can implement a green energy home project in several ways.If you are constructing a new house, then this is the best time to implement green technology.


If your green energy home project can generate surplus energy then you can always sell the same to the utility company and start earning a nice income.With increasing price of crude oil and as the level of air pollution increases the best way to conserve energy and protect the environment is to go for a green energy home.

If you have sufficient breeze all year round and few hundred square yards of space, then you can install a windmill.You will also require space on your rooftop that has no obstructing trees and buildings in the near vicinity.You can install solar energy based water heaters instead of electricity based water heaters.All these green energy home projects will not only save you money and provide clean energy but also reduce your dependence on the utility company and fossil fuels for energy requirements.

Windmill electricity can actually power your entire home and save on electricity bills.This system can be easily built at home using step-by-step guides that can be purchased from Internet.The feasibility of a solar energy based project will depend of the availability of sunlight throughout the year.

If you live in a place that has a steady stream of water, then you can use water to rotate a turbine that can generate electricity for you.A third option for building a green energy home is to make use of water for generating electricity.Many governments around the world are encouraging these projects and offer tax rebates and subsidies.

Another excellent option is to install solar panels that use photovoltaic cells to generate electricity from the rays of the sun.One of the easiest ways to start is by installing solar energy system at home.

Conversion kit for Narroline windows

Andersen conversion kit for Narroline windows in white color. A conversion kit is a collection of parts that will convert a non-tilting Narroline window into a window that has tilt-in sash. Tilt-in sash give you the ability to wash the exterior window glass from the inside of your home. The conversion kit consists of two new sash with High Performance (HP) glass new jamb liners retainers wash instructions and insect screen warning labels. High performance glass is virtually clear and is generally used to replace older less efficient dual pane sash. High performance glass is Low E coated glass with an argon gas fill and is nearly 1/3 more efficient that dual pane and also greatly reduces ultra violet light that can cause material fading inside your home. This kit will work on Narroline windows manufactured after 1968.

B And A Builders Inc. for all your home improvement needs.

Insulated Concrete Forms

INNOVATION MAKES THE DIFFERENCE

NUDURA has been developing high-tech industry leading insulated concrete forms for building an icf wall that have proven technologies to make building easier and faster. The NUDURA line of iicf wall products offer innovation that is exclusive to NUDURA which allow builders, architects and engineers the ability to build and design commercial and residential structures with greater efficiency. NUDURA offers this exclusive technology throughout the entire insulated concrete form line.

NUDURA ICF Wall products and Integrated Building Technology provide Home Owner, Architects, Builders andcontractors innovations in building. NUDURA ICF Wall products provide industry-leading technologies that can only be found in NUDURA Insulated Concrete Forms.

NUDURA T FORM
Builders demanded it and NUDURA answered. NUDURA was the first insulated concrete form manufacturer in Canada, the United Stated and Europe to introduce the industries first T Form for building an icf wall. NUDURA has been leading the market in innovation and technology with the sole purpose to make commercial and residential building easier for builders and contractors to build an icf wall. NUDURA provides limitless design capabilities for architects and give home owners a better choice for building.

NUDURA ICF provide key attributes that provide benefits to all users:

• 1. DURALOK Technology™- Our patented Fastening Strip securely locks forms into place with a patented reversible triple tooth interlock eliminating float and compression and the need to wire forms. The DURALOK Technology™ has embedded web/fastening strips that run the full 18-inch height of each and every web, ensuring the icf forms do not compress during concrete placement and provide an industry leading continuous fastening strip for finish materials.

• 2. DURAFOLD Technology™- Our Patented Hinged Web allows NUDURA ICF Products to be shipped flat, allowing for 40% more product on a truck compared to other ICF Form products. 

• 3. DURAMAX Technology™- NUDURA^® Standard Forms offer DURAMAX Technology^TM the largest standard Insulated Concrete Form in the industry measuring 8 feet X 18 inches, allowing the placement of 12 square feet of wall area in one building step. Building with DURAMAX Technology^TM results in faster installation times, less waste and a reduced amount of seams, compared to other Insulated Concrete Forms.  

• 4. 4-WAY REVERSIBLE System - The patented foam interlock allows the form to be 4 way reversible, almost eliminating waste.  Eliminates left and right corners which allow NUDURA ICF Forms to be used in twice as many scenarios as no reversible forms.

Stack-N-Tack TM stone veneer siding

Have you been looking for a way to raise the value of your

home or business without spending a fortune? Stone Veneer

Are you looking for a project that is fast and easy enough that you can install yourself while

achieving professional looking results? Stone Veneer



Silvermine Stone Company's new innovative Stack-N-Tack TM stone veneer siding

is the answer your looking for.



Stack-N-Tack TM stone veneer siding is an attractive alternative to real stone.

With the look and feel of real stone, it will raise the value of your home or business and is

durable and maintenance free!

Mortarless Stone Veneer



No Mason Needed



No Brick Ledge



40-50% Less Cost Installed



Fast And Easy To Install



Increases Value Of Your Home Or Business



Can Be Installed In Any Weather



Durable And Maintenance Free Stone Veneer







Why don't you contact us today and find out how easy and elegant

Stack-N-Tack TM stone veneer siding can be!

B&A Builders Inc.

(252) 441-6366

email bandabuilders@embarqmail.com

   Installation :

This describes the steps to install Stack-N-Tack TM stone veneer siding for either new

construction or remodeling.



~No brick ledge is required~



Waterproof Membrane- a self adhesive rubber flashing works well.



Openings - seal the flanges around the windows with self adhesive waterproof membrane.

And once the stone flashing reaches the bottom of the window you can put membrane over

the flashing then the sides and then finish with the top.



Inside Corner Flashing - with a 12inch self adhesive waterproof membrane or a 12inch

piece of aluminum with a 90 degree bend.



Bottom Flashing - 6 inches along the bottom with aluminum flashing or self adhesive

waterproof membrane.



Lap Stone Veneer Installation - starting at the bottom check the leveling few stone, make

adjustments if necessary. There are different lengths of lap stone, when placing them on

the wall each seam on the lower course must be overlapped three inches. Saw cut might be

required.



Nailing Lap Flashing - nailing the bottom one inch up and one inch over from the side.



Sills On Windows - sills must be screwed into place under the window, the top layer of

stone veneer must be sawed to fit and adhesive applied.



Corners - right and left corners must be staggered.