Regular Floor Fan Filter: My wife swears that it's best to use a fan to "suck the hot air out of the room" first before turning the fan around to draw in the cooler evening air. I say the only hot air in the room is...well, help us figure this out! [more inside]
posted on Jul 15, 2008 - 27 answers

which uses less energy: (a) running one window air conditioner at higher power, or (b) running two window units at lower power? [more inside]
posted on Jul 14, 2008 - 11 answers

What's the best place to view the Red Bull Air Race in London? [more inside]
posted on Jul 11, 2008 - 1 answers

What is the best (most cost effective way) to insulate my apartment windows? [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2008 - 9 answers

We have two (okay, four) window air conditioners. How can we best use them to cool our house? [more inside]
posted on Jul 5, 2008 - 8 answers

Are gas station forecourts really air conditioned in some places in the USA? [more inside]
posted on Jul 3, 2008 - 37 answers

Why is my bedroom consistently 10 degrees warmer than the rest of the house, and what can I do to cool it off? [more inside]
posted on Jul 3, 2008 - 24 answers

When I turn on my air conditioning in my car (or any source of air; like the heat, etc.) I can hear a flapping sound, like a plastic bag or something. I'm wondering if anyone knows what that might be caused by, how to fix, where to look, or who to ask. Thanks!
posted on Jun 30, 2008 - 8 answers

My brother is taking a cheap flight from England to visit us in Seattle, which has a stop in Vancouver (YVR) for six hours. Is there anything taht can be done within that time that's worth doing? Would it actually be possible to get out of the airport? Or should I just tell him to bring a book?
posted on Jun 29, 2008 - 32 answers

Coffee beans as an air freshener? [more inside]
posted on Jun 27, 2008 - 12 answers

I have a 1999 Volvo S70. I was driving yesterday when foul smelling steam started coming out of the air conditioning vents and also from underneath the ashtray. My coolant level was very low (the reservoir was empty), and I added a whole gallon of coolant but it did not stay in the reservoir. Is my coolant pooling somewhere bad or do I just need to add more? Also is it possible to remove a fuse or something so my air conditioning won't turn on at all until I can take it in to get fixed? As it is now, steam starts coming out of the vents after about five minutes of driving. [more inside]
posted on Jun 14, 2008 - 13 answers

Our home A/C unit is dying. What next? The other day we came home and our house was 86 inside even though we had the therm set for 75. We called our normal a/c guy and and he came out and said that the main unit which normally holds 6 pounds of freon, only had 2 in it. He suspects a leak in the main coil. [more inside]
posted on May 21, 2008 - 8 answers

What kind of scratch does a wind turbine technician make?
posted on May 9, 2008 - 4 answers

I am soliciting crazy ideas for alternative car fresheners that smell good but not of chemicals. [more inside]
posted on Apr 29, 2008 - 25 answers

Has anyone ever flown Zoom Airlines for a transatlantic (or other long) flight? I had never heard of them until recently, and the reviews online aren't very good. This is probably due to the fact that disgruntled people take it to the Internet, so I'd like to know of your experiences, good or bad. [more inside]
posted on Apr 21, 2008 - 13 answers

a couple of air conditioner energy-efficiency questions. [more inside]
posted on Apr 18, 2008 - 6 answers

How can I install a window air conditioner in a patio door? Are there special things I can buy to seal the top portion, or will I need to assemble something on my own? [more inside]
posted on Apr 12, 2008 - 10 answers

W.A.S.T.E. of a question, but I need a script that will perform a diff and play an alert sound when a reload reveals that the HTML page has changed relative to the previous reload. [more inside]
posted on Apr 8, 2008 - 8 answers

recommend the most powerful fan you know! [more inside]
posted on Apr 6, 2008 - 8 answers

What can I make with 2 7'x5' sheets of rubber? [more inside]
posted on Mar 4, 2008 - 11 answers

where should I go in the lower 48, and what should I do when I get there? [more inside]
posted on Mar 2, 2008 - 24 answers

At what air pressure will water boil around 65 Degrees farenheight? [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2008 - 13 answers

Flying from Edmonton to Toronto: $285 on flight AC172. Flying Edmonton to Newark via Toronto(AC172): $258. I only have carry-on luggage. Is there any reason why I can't buy the ticket to Newark and just get off in Toronto? [more inside]
posted on Feb 20, 2008 - 13 answers

Where can I learn more about professional (or semi-professional) equipment for testing the levels of indoor air toxins like carbon monoxide, radon, mold, VOCs, etc.? Here's a Talk of the Nation show that addresses the need, if it helps.
posted on Feb 18, 2008 - 8 answers

I received a generic version of on of those air, land, water remote controlled (styrofoam?) boatplanes... lol if you have seen or used one you know what I am talking about. What I would like to know is if there are any nicer and sturdier versions of this plane. Looking for recommendations, thanks! [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2008 - 6 answers

Is it possible for gluten to transfer into the air and harm a celiacs sufferer? [more inside]
posted on Jan 9, 2008 - 7 answers

Not to start a fight but I am curious about this one...If the entire atmosphere is 100% and nitrogen is 89% and the inert gases are 0.9% and the rest is the O2 we breathe and more and more CO2 is being made [carbon burning made that is] from that O2 and not going back out of the system as released O2 will we see a drop in the amount of O2 we have to breathe? Does the actual % of the various gases get checked on by anyone? And would we see it first decline at higher altitudes or in the deaths of animals who need more O2 for their specific needs..........which ones are the mine canaries here?
posted on Dec 14, 2007 - 12 answers

I've got a sick basement, I need to fix it. [more inside]
posted on Dec 14, 2007 - 12 answers

Some dollar stores in Chicago used to sell these golden fist shaped air fresheners which were meant to be mounted on the dashboard. They put out a powery fresh scent were dead serious cool. [more inside]
posted on Nov 30, 2007 - 6 answers

I want to buy an air hockey table. [more inside]
posted on Nov 8, 2007 - 5 answers

Do I really need two air filters for my heater? [more inside]
posted on Oct 26, 2007 - 3 answers

What are protocols regarding air force fighters/bombers having markings on them nowadays. [more inside]
posted on Oct 21, 2007 - 10 answers

Hi, folks! I'd just like to ask, out of curiosity, which wind instruments (especially brass) require the least effort and wind. I'm thinking of taking up something, but proper breathing is not my strong suit and I'm looking for something less taxing to build it up on. Any help with this query will be most appreciated!
posted on Oct 10, 2007 - 22 answers

which series and episode of fresh prince is it when carlton sings "they've only just begun" to his paretns? [more inside]
posted on Sep 25, 2007 - 2 answers

Can a letter sent from Montreal arrive in Paris in under a week?
posted on Sep 19, 2007 - 14 answers

Need help troubleshooting automotive A/C issue. [more inside]
posted on Sep 14, 2007 - 8 answers

I want to put tennis balls in a tank/bag that I can pressurize to about ~20-30 psi (perhaps more). Do you know where I can find such a tank(or what it would be called) for a reasonable price (less than $50) ? It should be able to hold at least 30 balls. Used would be fine.
posted on Sep 10, 2007 - 10 answers

Inherited car problems, fun for the whole family? [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2007 - 7 answers

Looking for a simple web application idea (built in Html & Javascript) to demonstrate Adobe Air. [more inside]
posted on Sep 4, 2007 - 5 answers

Is it a good idea (or even practical) to disassemble an electric guitar for air travel? [more inside]
posted on Aug 16, 2007 - 19 answers

I have a 2003 Jetta with around 75,000 miles. It is hot here, and I have been running the air conditioning nearly every day for the past month or two, and I have noticed some strange occurrences. First, if I am parked with the A/C running, even for a short amount of time, the car seems to vibrate rather forcefully. In addition, when I pull away from the parking spot, there is always a fairly large pool of water where my car was. Also, when I am driving fast, say 60-75 mph, and I change the speed of the A/C from high to low, there is a noticeable jerk in my acceleration. It is most unusual... [more inside]
posted on Jul 30, 2007 - 19 answers

FrequentFlyerFilter: Is it worth booking a more expensive flight in order to gain rewards to use on a subsequent journey? [more inside]
posted on Jul 24, 2007 - 9 answers

My A/C is making my furnace drool. A lot. [more inside]
posted on Jul 19, 2007 - 8 answers

Strange Travelling Filter: I am trying to get to Singapore in the next few weeks from Madrid or New Jersey. Intrigued? Read on and humor me. [more inside]
posted on Jun 25, 2007 - 2 answers

I have some AirTrans passes which will be expiring soon (end of July). Where should I go? [more inside]
posted on May 30, 2007 - 7 answers

What is an affordable air compressor and spray gun combination? I'm not sure about how powerful a compressor I'll need. Also, I'm planning on keeping it down the basement and running the hose up through the floor. Is there a way to turn the compressor on and off without having to venture downstairs? (I'm in an apartment and the basement door is outside) I've seen things that allow you to shut off lights with a remote control. Maybe something similar to that? [more inside]
posted on May 29, 2007 - 6 answers

Help me find something that will let air in and keep prying eyes out. [more inside]
posted on May 18, 2007 - 14 answers

Where I grew up in a suburb of LA, a coppery/iron-like smell, reminiscent of pennies or blood, would always waft unpleasantly through the air after it rained. I could never locate its source. Has anyone else had this experience, and what causes this?
posted on Apr 6, 2007 - 18 answers

Balloonfilter: How big should a sign be to be visible from a hot air balloon? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2007 - 12 answers

Last spring my husband and I noticed that a small puddle of water would form on the garage floor every time we used our central a/c for more than a few minutes. We had a local a/c guy come out and he told us the pan was leaking and needed to be replaced. He quoted us around $2,000 which I thought was extremely high considering he'd done the exact same job a year previously for our neighbor (who has the same model house and, incidentally, recommended this company) for $400. [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2007 - 12 answers