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Check in with some local nursery people they would hve the last word on whether or no there was a fig variety that could survive in your microclimate. You might be surprised! -AC
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05-09-13, 10:53 PM | #12 |
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Roof Sail?
I spent many years as an outfitter and we protected our tents roofs with a waterproof fly. it was very labor intensive to maintain a cover over a small 16 foot by 20 foot tent, so I can't imagine the problems with something similar to cover an entire house.
I would suggest insulation and air space built into the roof would be a much more effective way to accomplish the task. |
05-12-13, 09:42 AM | #13 |
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Hi
What is the construction of your house? I live in Western Australia where we have very hot summers. Our house is constructed of brick walls with an insulated steel roof and large verandahs on all sides of the dwelling. To combat the effects of the strong sunshine we open the doors and windows at night (we have security screens on doors and windows) which allow the free passage of air. This allows the night time air to cool the brick, which keeps the house cool during the day and the effect of the sun is diminished by the verandahs which prevent the sun from directly heating the brick walls. This may not be applicable to your house but we find it an effective way to keep our house cool. As regards the shade cloth roof, I have found that this principle is effective, having installed 'Solar Roofs' over several buildings to reduce the heating effect of the sun. This primitive technology is applied in many situations in Western Australia including static caravans and other buildings that do not benefit from natural shade. Bosco |
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