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Designing a garden kitchen with a concrete look: Instructions for robust walls in the outdoor kitchen
In my garden kitchen, I designed the walls in a concrete look to create both a modern design and an easy-care, high-quality surface. The design of my self-built outdoor kitchen not only offers functional extensions for the outdoor area, but can also be a visual highlight. The concrete look is particularly popular in combination with the spatula technique, which gives the kitchen an industrial flair and creates a durable, weather-resistant surface. In the article, I describe how I proceeded step by step: from preparing the Ytong walls to the filling technique and sealing. I also compare alternatives such as tiles and clinker bricks and provide insights into the challenges of…
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Optimize balcony power plant – New modules and 220V battery storage for maximum efficiency
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Reolink TrackMix PoE – Dual lens surveillance camera in test
The Reolink TrackMix PoE is one of the newest and most promising surveillance cameras on the market. In my in-depth review, I put the camera through its paces to discover its strengths and weaknesses. From the easy installation and impressive image quality to the intelligent tracking options, the Reolink TrackMix PoE offers numerous functions that I tested intensively. Find out in this article how the camera performs in practice and why it could be an excellent choice for monitoring your home.
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Reolink Argus 4 Pro review: The wireless surveillance camera with 4K and ColorX technology
The Reolink Argus 4 Pro is one of the newest and most advanced surveillance cameras on the market. With its impressive 4K UHD resolution and innovative ColorX technology, it sets new standards in home and business security. In this blog post, I will go into detail about the installation and setup of the Reolink Argus 4 Pro, explain its technical specifications and highlight the pros and cons of this camera. I will also show possible solutions for any disadvantages and provide information on the various sources of supply. This article should help you to better understand the Reolink Argus 4 Pro and decide whether it is the right choice for…
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Build your own garden kitchen – worktop and jamb
After completing the electrics and water supply in my garden kitchen, it was now time to install the worktop. In this post, I describe how I used OSB boards and Fermacell boards to create a stable and moisture-resistant base for the vinyl tiles. These measures were necessary to make the worktop robust, scratch-resistant and easy to clean, so that it meets the requirements of an outdoor kitchen.
