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Solar Oven
Quickie-ProjectI am going to present you with two methods of making solar ovens. They are not the only two, but they will give you the basic principles as well as provide you with a working model to play with and enjoy.
The first method is a makeshift box oven that is simple and quick to assemble, and can maintain enough heat to reheat leftovers or cook canned foods. It isn't intended to last you forever (mine has lasted for 6 weeks under occasional use) but it will get you through a short crisis or give you a taste of what solar cooking can be like. It is made from common household materials and comes with an extremely low price tag.The second method is a bit more involved. I do not go into great detail about it as it follows the same principles as the first method, and should be tailored to the needs of the person using it. It involves building a more permanent oven out of more durable and reliable materials. The time it takes to construct and the costs involved are obviously increased, but that is balanced by the longevity and higher maintainable temperatures (approx. 375�F). I mention it in the event that you find that you do enjoy using the sun to cook your food and wish to experiment with it further. I leave it up to you which method you prefer to follow, although for first-timers I strongly suggest the makeshift one first to see if you like it. Likewise, if all your looking for is a way to get through a crisis and don't want to give up valuable living space..
Brett
Last Updated: March 19, 2001