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How to Tell If a Propane Tank Is Empty

The only way to tell if a propane tank is empty is to weigh it. This can also tell you if there is any propane left. The typical tank for a gas grill can hold 20 lbs. of propane. There is also the weight of the tank to consider. The tare weight (TW) noted on the tank is the weight of the tank when...

This is What a Massive 500 Gallon Propane Tank Explosion Looks Like

If there's one thing that you want to avoid with anything that's propane powered from your grill to your heater, It would most obviously be a situation that would put the propane tank in danger of building up enough pressure to explode and send shrapnel flying everywhere. While these tanks are fitted with safety...

How Propane Can Save Energy Throughout your Home

If all or most of your home appliances run on electricity, the cooler months are probably a pain in the neck for you. Trying to keep your home warm while keeping energy costs down is a challenge, and when you are not getting the most out of your home appliances, that challenge becomes even harderWhy confine yourself to a season of sweatshirts and tube socks inside the house when you can cut your energy costs by simply switching to propane-powered appliances?Here’s…

Longer Lasting Fuchs with Petroleum Jelly

maintaining Porsche Fuch wheels; wheel care; Cal-Look; Michelin XWX; tires; Porsche Factory

Make Your Own Non-Petroleum Jelly

This is Day 2 in the 31 Days of Peace and Joy at Home Series Does it seem weird that I'm suggesting you make non-petroleum jelly so you can have peace and joy at home? If you know me in real life, you know I get really excited about this kind of stuff. Giddy, actually. It's ridiculous. Here are the reasons making my own non-petroleum jelly brings me peace and joy: Peace because I know exactly what ingredients it contains and I can…

IE Questions: Is A Petroleum Engineering Degree A Good Idea?

There's a question that we get a lot: “Is a petroleum engineering degree a good idea?” Between fluctuating oil prices and a national push toward renewable energy, what's a potential petroleum engineering major to do?

5 Things You Need To Know Before Applying To A Petroleum Engineering School

Let’s be honest, a career in petroleum engineering could be extremely attractive to just about anyone. The high salary is attractive, yes, but another great aspect of the job is how dynamic it can be. Petroleum Engineers don’t just crunch...

Episode 101: Is petroleum engineering going away?

The need for oil and gas in the world's energy portfolio and skilled petroleum engineers isn't going anywhere, according to Jennifer Miskimins, petroleum engineering department head at Colorado School of Mines, who explains how oil and gas will still play an important role in our energy future for many years to come despite technological changes and a shifting energy focus. In fact, the skills petroleum engineers…

Convert a Used Grain Bin to a New House

Recycling a used grain bin makes great use of an existing structure. You can probably find an inexpensive used grain bin and use it for a home, office, shop or storage.

Go With Your Gut with Ancient Grains

Do you have a gut that's sensitive to processed wheat but not a full blown wheat allergy? Consider switching to ancient grains so you can have your toast and eat it too.

These improvements help you handle grain better, more safely

It's Clear, We All Benefit From Petroleum

Are we all living a petroleum-based lifestyle? Will getting rid of our cars and using bikes eliminate petroleum use from our daily routines? Far from it.

The No-Measure, No-Fail Way to Cook Any Whole Grain

From amaranth to farro to wheat berries, here's how to cook 'em all

Get Your Grain Ratios Right (Infographic)

Cook any grain perfectly with this all-in-one infographic.

How to make a grain bowl that will help you lose weight

Not all bowls are created equally healthy. Even photogenic grain bowls can overdo it on the carbs, and warm vegetable dishes could still be smothered in fat, says chef and nutritionist Mareya Ibrah…

Why Are People Suddenly Saying That Whole Grains Are Bad for Your Gut?

Grain Mites Are Not Common in Homes

Grain mites are not common in homes, but if you do have them, they're likely infesting a grain-based product that's been left in a damp area for some time.