What is a Pole Shed and How Do I Build One?

!±8± What is a Pole Shed and How Do I Build One?

Pole barn design differs markedly from normal shed design in that it does not have traditional foundations. Instead it has a very simple and quick method of putting foundations in place.

The area to be covered by the pole barn is measured out and marked out on the ground. Careful measurement is important to ensure that the pole shed is the correct configuration - for a square or rectangular shaped pole barn each corner should line up at 90 degrees to the other two posts it is aligned to.

It is a very good idea to purchase some professional pole barn plans to ensure that you get everything right. Most plans also come with a very details 'how to' guide, which gives you step by step instructions on how to build your barn or shed. Expect to pay under for these. Professional plans will also ensure that you are able to calculate accurately exactly how much timber, Post Crete, nails, etc you will need in advance. You can also buy a pole barn kit, but these tend to be expensive and if you have just a modicum of woodworking skill you can definately make your own and save yourself plenty of money.

Holes are dug deep enough to avoid frost penetration in the winter - this obviously varies in different parts of the world. Once the holes are dug to the correct depth the posts are put in place and supported so as to be perfectly vertical from all angles and this attitude is maintained by means of temporary props attached to the main posts. Normally concrete is poured into the holes to hold the post securely in place and this can hold up the rest of the project as depending on prevailing weather conditions the concrete can take up to 24 hours to go off.

However modern technology provides a quick setting solution with products such as Post Crete that is poured in its powdered form directly into the post holes. Water is added until the Post Crete is completely. A chemical reaction takes place as the water mixes with the Post Crete which means that the mix goes off in just 10 to 20 minutes meaning the build can continue virtually uninterrupted.

The body of the pole shed is now erected around the securely grounded posts. For larger pole sheds posts are added down the four sides of the pole shed to ensure that there is enough rigidity and strength in the framework to support the walls and roof.

Pole Shed Floor

Because the pole shed is not build on traditional foundations there is no need to put in a floor and the dirt base can be left with provision for a gravel, wood or tiled floor to be added if desired when funds are available.

Pole Shed Roof

Any type of roof can be used for a pole shed. The quickest and cheapest option is to use is the pent roof design. This is a single slope roof which normally slopes from front to back. If you construct this type of roof ensure that you leave a decent overhang at the lower end (back) of the roof so that rain water does not run down the inside of pole shed.

A gable roof can also be used on a pole shed. A gamble roof is the traditional house roof sloping down two sides from the apex which runs down the centre of the structure.

Other roof types used on pole sheds are hip roof, gambrel roof and salt box roof.

A huge benefit of constructing a pole shed is that areas inside can be left totally open whilst other areas can be fully enclosed. This allows the owner to have different projects working in different areas of the pole shed, with one area secured to enable tools and equipment to be safely stored.

Another great advantage of building a pole shed is the great saving in the cost of building. Rough cut timber can be used for the poles and roof assembly. Further savings can be achieved by building the pole shed yourself. This is easily within the grasp of the averagely skilled do-it-yourself enthusiast because of the simple design of the pole shed.

You do not need to limit yourself to purely wood or tin clad pole sheds either. How about visiting you local conservatory dealer to see if he has any old carcasses from conservatories that they have replaced with new structures. One can very easily fashion a pole shed 'greenhouse' from one of these redundant structures. Don't forget to negotiate for the parts you need - in fact depending upon where you live in world you may well get them free of charge as the conservatory company will have to pay the local authority to dispose of them.

What is a Pole Shed and How Do I Build One?

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Polk Audio PSW10 Home Theater Subwoofer

!±8± Polk Audio PSW10 Home Theater Subwoofer

Ha, at first when i purchased this i feared it might not be enough power only 50rms, i get more power from rubbing my feet on the carpet ha ha, but when i let it off its chain and played it where i liked it (half to 3/4) volume, whoooo i was wrong, this sub hits hard and you might get turned off by its weak power but its driver is so efficient, to be honest this tops any computer sub package out there, its enough to get that sonic boom effect when watching movies, and i didn't think a sub was important till i got this my music has such more of a dynamic range, I'm able to hear things ive never heard in music before... trust me you don't need the 200watt for regular use this gets the job done fine, its a fairly big box, looks very professional like and looks like it belongs in a movie theater ha ha...

Polk Audio PSW10 Home Theater Subwoofer

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Review of Logitech X-540 Speakers

!±8± Review of Logitech X-540 Speakers

With the recent announcement of their 0 5.1 surround sound speaker set, the Z506, Logitech has made yet another splash in the affordable sound solutions pool. While Logitech audio products have quite a bit of range on their price points (their popular Z-5500 surround sound system retails for around 0,) the company has recently sought to tap further into the "budget" market, and their X-540 speaker set did that beautifully. Much like the Z506, the X-540 is a 0 5.1 surround sound system. It was first released in late 2006 to warm critical reception, but took off in popularity as time went on. Reviewers both professional and amateur tend to agree that the X-540 delivers solid performance, particularly for a device as cheap as it is. My opinion tends to be that the most attractive part of this set is the price tag; while the speakers function well, bias can enter into the assessment of the product's performance in that thinking "for what I paid, this is well above what I expected." That said, I tried to review this product objectively, without factoring price too heavily into the equation.

First, the speakers set up beautifully, with the only issue I noticed being not enough cable length (you get a few feet; enough for most computer/TV setups, but setting up an entire room as a music hub could be problematic). Other than this, however, I liked the way the actual components connect to walls/platforms/monitors; their aesthetic isn't bad either. When you get to watching movies/playing games, you notice that while the sound is clear, the output is weaker than you'd expect, both in the left/right speakers and the bass unit. As far as games and movies are concerned, this really isn't a problem, but I wouldn't recommend using these speakers as part of a music setup.

As far as I know, these speakers have an extremely long life, although this is somewhat stereotypical of Logitech products. I haven't owned these speakers for more than a year, but I've seen reports that claim the life of these sets can exceed 3 years. Overall, the budget aspect of these speakers is what gives them their appeal, but as far as speakers are concerned, they don't lag that far behind more expensive models in quality. While "you get what you pay for" will always be applicable to products like this, Logitech has proven that you can get away with paying a bit less while still getting a quality product.

Review of Logitech X-540 Speakers

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Polk Audio CS10 Center Channel Speaker (Single, Black)

!±8± Polk Audio CS10 Center Channel Speaker (Single, Black)

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The CS10 center, like its larger brother the CS20 sounds just as good but is a little smaller. It still has an angled top allowing you to invert the speaker and place it below your TV- directing sound towards the listening area. CS10 works great with the TSi100, TSi200 and others. Speaking of the cabinet (no, not the Presidential Cabinet), it's extensively braced from MDF with ¾-Inch thick baffles. Cheaper speakers will use other material such as particle board which is flimsy, robbing you of good sound. With pewter accents, a piano black top plate and removable black grille, TSi speakers look awesome and take up less than one square foot. All models are available in a choice of black or cherry wood grain, so don't be ashamed to show off your stereo equipment.

• Center channel speaker in black; recommended amplification of 20-125 watts/channel
• Angled top allows you to invert the speaker and place it below your TV
• Equipped with two 5.25-inch diameter bi-laminate organic fiber cone woofers; 1-inch silk/polymer composite Dynamic Balance dome tweeter
• Magnetically shielded for safe placement near other entertainment equipment
• Measures 6-1/2 by 20 x 9-3/4 inches (HxWxD)

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RV Tips and Advice

!±8± RV Tips and Advice

My goal with these RV tips is for you to find many, if not all of these tips to be helpful. Hopefully, one or more of the RV tips will make all of your RV experiences safe, fun & stress free.

* If at all possible try to avoid using an extension cord when making electrical connections at the campground. The gauges of the wire used in standard household extension cords are not suitable for RV electrical hook-ups. Eventually you will be put in a situation where you will need to use an extension cord. It is a good idea to purchase an RV extension cord that is compatible to the electrical system of your RV, and have it on hand. If you do purchase an extension cord somewhere else it should be at least 10-guage wires.

* Electrical adapters are a necessity for RVers. Eventually you will be in a situation where you have to use some type of electrical adapter to make a connection at a campground. It may be an outdated campground or isolated area that only provides 15 or 20-amp electrical service. There are adapters that will go from your RV type plug and size down to household type outlets and adapters that go from household type outlets to campground RV connections. It's nice to have these adapters on hand when you need them, but you must exercise caution when you use them. If your RV is a 30-amp or 50-amp system and you use an adapter to plug the RV into a 15 or 20-amp outlet this severely limits what you can operate in the RV. The roof air alone will draw up to 15-amps when it initially starts. If you place too much of a demand on electrical adapters, or use them for extended periods of time they can overheat and melt resulting in damage to the RV power cord or electrical system.

*Take updated photos of you pets with you on trips. If they should get lost you can use the pictures to assist in finding them.

* If your RV is equipped with a generator, at a minimum, it should be exercised for 30 minutes to an hour on a monthly basis with at least a half rated load. Consult your generator owner's manual for load ratings. If your generator has a carburetor and it is not exercised on a regular basis the fuel will begin to gel around the jets. If this happens and you manage to get it started it will have that all too familiar surging sound. It can damage electrical appliances and equipment not to mention the cost of having the carburetor removed and cleaned. If the generator will be in long term storage you can add a fuel preservative to the fuel tank and run the generator long enough for the preserver to get through the fuel system. This will protect it until you are ready to use it again.

*Every RVer should invest in some type of digital voltmeter that plugs directly into an outlet in your RV. There are several types available and they are inexpensive compared to the repair costs for damaged electrical equipment and appliances. Many of these monitors are capable of measuring AC line voltage, generator frequency and testing polarity at the campground before plugging your unit in. Campground electricity can fluctuate depending on the demand placed on it. By monitoring the AC voltage throughout your camping trip you can protect thousands of dollars worth of electrical equipment and appliances in your RV. If voltage drops below 105-volts or goes above 130-volts you should turn equipment and appliances off until the correct power is restored.

Happy Camping,

Mark

Copyright 2006 by Mark J. Polk owner of RV Education 101

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