Homemade "Steel Can" Heater/Stove! - The "Cotton Ball" heater/stove! - Easy DIY

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  • @UNoBugMe1
    @UNoBugMe1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +917

    Wow the simplicity to make that stove is amazing. That stove could possibly save your life in a bad situation, thanks for sharing!!!

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

      You bet! 👍✔

    • @saltpepper1894
      @saltpepper1894 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      like when your active killer republican governor tries several ways to kill you with power outage, maskless pandemic crusade etc... friday the 13th's Jason is jellz

    • @darrelhouse5438
      @darrelhouse5438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@saltpepper1894 psh

    • @little_wonderer9290
      @little_wonderer9290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +142

      @@saltpepper1894 The governor didn't order the blackout. Masks don't work and they make you sick. Nobody's "killing you" by not wearing a mask and nobody's ripping your filthy little security blanket away from you if you want to keep wearing it.

    • @saltpepper1894
      @saltpepper1894 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@little_wonderer9290 another cultist heard from...

  • @lixxxxit
    @lixxxxit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +884

    A better way to make this would be the same but instead of alchohol, rub vasaline into the cotton balls until they are all completely saturated, then load them into your can. It will have the same amount of heat and light, but will burn way longer, and wont evaporate when not lit. You can also put foil over the top and control the amount of flame by putting different size holes in the foil.

    • @joesefa474
      @joesefa474 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      Thank u ...just learned something today

    • @lettystevens3379
      @lettystevens3379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Wow. Thanks for sharing.

    • @AD-53
      @AD-53 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Thanks for that, I was wondering where I would buy the alcohol that he used I have no idea where I would get it.

    • @marialood5831
      @marialood5831 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      How would you put out the fire with the vaseline cotton balls?

    • @tarafox6618
      @tarafox6618 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@AD-53 drug store. It's rubbing alcohol. Used to clean wounds too. By the hydrogen peroxide

  • @xitscandyx8263
    @xitscandyx8263 3 ปีที่แล้ว +407

    Texas really needed this

    • @thoughtsfromathenasreality
      @thoughtsfromathenasreality 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      No use for electricity! People who don't study and aren't prepared don't get sympathy from me!

    • @sk8ercaligirl
      @sk8ercaligirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yassss! Very cool. 👍

    • @robertmoore1472
      @robertmoore1472 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Texas was fine. The news lied a little bit about how helpless we were. We're Texans, we know how to handle ourselves in natural disasters.

    • @carolynlewis9019
      @carolynlewis9019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@robertmoore1472 can't trust the media, they're so bias.

    • @jonseymouse
      @jonseymouse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yep. 'cause all that global warming that cow farts create didn't heat up anything. Lol!

  • @carolynthornton8017
    @carolynthornton8017 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    IN MY VIEW
    You can’t get any simpler than this!
    Two cans (one smaller to fit inside the other), dirt, cotton balls and alcohol. Genius.

    • @boppzz
      @boppzz ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Simpler would be. One can with alcohol in it. Done! 😂

  • @miapdx503
    @miapdx503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    Here we are, November of 2021. As we face another winter, I'm binging on prep videos.

    • @asdfjkl7496
      @asdfjkl7496 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's actually fun to make these things.

    • @sabrinaalston1243
      @sabrinaalston1243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me Too

    • @schechter01
      @schechter01 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Find a couple good books on prepping & emergencies, & you won't have to watch vids every year.

    • @susansupino4011
      @susansupino4011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too!!!

    • @judydistefano1648
      @judydistefano1648 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Another easy cooking can is a tuna can with cardboard box cut same depth. Wind it tight holding the cardboard drop it into can. It must be twisted tight. Melt unscented candles and pour into can . Can be used candles bought at garage sales. It will light for weeks. If you put a clay pot on it upside down,you can get heat or use it to cook or light.

  • @dogood12anotherlove70
    @dogood12anotherlove70 7 ปีที่แล้ว +635

    I've watched a lot of these and yours is the best and simplest I've seen, good job!

    • @conniepine8642
      @conniepine8642 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Agree

    • @cherylclark7303
      @cherylclark7303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@WaywardSon-pl2rn Fguhifjhjrihhbtng Vic

    • @mrsmarie1292
      @mrsmarie1292 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it’s simple anyone can do it !! Awesome 👏🏻

    • @squintygreeneyes
      @squintygreeneyes 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yah, no way burning that in any kinda home wont give u cancer

    • @lyndaschultz5730
      @lyndaschultz5730 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      U. R on FIRE
      🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @coryavila01
    @coryavila01 3 ปีที่แล้ว +335

    OMG, that is the most clever thing I've ever seen! I'm a city dweller & a prepper. Keeping food cold & being able to cook are two of my concerns should the power go out. Thank you so much for sharing this!

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      hi there and thanks 🙂

    • @jadedoptimist6364
      @jadedoptimist6364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I just bought a few XXLarge hot water bottles on Amazon. I will just heat the water and rotate the same water to keep warm. It certainly can't hurt.

    • @striderm8389
      @striderm8389 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@jadedoptimist6364 thanks for the tip! BTW I use ordinary plastic bottles filled w/hot tap water at my feet

    • @lex6819
      @lex6819 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@jadedoptimist6364 Sew a bag from a Terry cloth washcloth, fill with feed corn from the feed store or bird feeding corn, whip stitch it shut. You can heat it up and it will stay warm for hours. Corn retains heat better than anything else I have tried.

    • @nellyt2807
      @nellyt2807 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh man get yourself a life a girlfriend to play with or just do the five finger shuffle. but please don't get over excited about flames in a fkng can .

  • @paularizzo5217
    @paularizzo5217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +273

    And, that's why I save my cans...🙂

    • @henryottis295
      @henryottis295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      You never know.......

    • @carolynlewis9019
      @carolynlewis9019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I'm going to start saving mine, it's time to make chili! Lol

    • @bettyschneider5268
      @bettyschneider5268 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I know right!🗑🥃🗑🍳🍞🍕☕

    • @tonyaelem1674
      @tonyaelem1674 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      If lights went out could definitely do this set up in a grill and place pots and pans on grill racks directly over fire could make entire meals just like a stovetop

    • @suejones433
      @suejones433 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes, have metal coffe cans 7.. askin God what can I do with them. Thx

  • @scottr4586
    @scottr4586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    That is one of the easiest and most efficient things I’ve seen for heating and cooking .
    It’s so easy even I can do that! That will be on my prep list!
    Thank you.

    • @pugsymalone6539
      @pugsymalone6539 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You can also buy sterno by the case at Costco...alcohol in a gel medium. With a tight fitting lid. Might be cheaper per ounce than making your own, but not sure.

  • @nicheleloh2893
    @nicheleloh2893 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    U know that this is still a great idea! I used this method when I was living homeless in my tent to keep warm. It truly works. I used toilet paper cuz I didn't have cotton balls but all the same. I ran out of alcohol a bunch though.

    • @Queen-jc8fd
      @Queen-jc8fd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How long does it take to heat up a frying pan?

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Queen-jc8fd I thought he said it only took a few minutes, not sure if he meant from start to finish though.

    • @face1647
      @face1647 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How long does it burn

    • @debbielt514
      @debbielt514 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hope you never haft to live in A Tent or be homeless.. But one had said Vaseline. I’d use Solid version vegetable oil.. Good Luck 🍀

  • @iadoreadonai
    @iadoreadonai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    Thanks!!...Picking my cans from the trash right Now!!..😄

  • @donberry6079
    @donberry6079 3 ปีที่แล้ว +182

    Great idea! Easiest alcohol stove ever.

    • @factsmatter1172
      @factsmatter1172 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @S.L.F. and do what?

    • @johnvanegmond1812
      @johnvanegmond1812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @S.L.F. For me the sand and large can act as a stabilizer. I'd hate to bump the fuel can and knock it over.

    • @johnvanegmond1812
      @johnvanegmond1812 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @S.L.F. Excellent!

    • @mariastellamelendez8670
      @mariastellamelendez8670 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @S.L.F. Wouldn't the larger can provide balance and safety.

  • @TheDamiankidd02
    @TheDamiankidd02 7 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    ABOUT TO GO DRIVING THROUGH OUT MEXICO ON A 1973 BEETLE I JUST BOUGHT AND WATCHING HACK SURVIVAL VIDEOS BUT THIS ONE JUST MADE MY DAY.. THANK YOU ZIIIIRRRR

  • @WildWestGal
    @WildWestGal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Brilliant! You can also just crimp tin foil over the small can before inserting it, then pour the soil or sand without a funnel. I love these kinds of emergency/camping hacks!

  • @mesummika569
    @mesummika569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    Back in 2012 was frozen in the house. The whole town was shut down for a couple weeks. Live in a really old house and the house is not insulated and struggle with smaller heaters or ac's as the case maybe. But when everything was down was able to heat rooms and keep pipes from freezing with this method.

    • @sherizuech6562
      @sherizuech6562 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      What's the total burn time for these do you know? Also do you fill the can of cotton balls up completely with alcohol or just wet them really good?

    • @charlesleblanc6638
      @charlesleblanc6638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I would think wetting them good would be enough. Don't know about time frame, but it should last quite a while.

    • @jkcarroll
      @jkcarroll 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@sherizuech6562 After putting in the cotton balls, fill it up to within a quarter inch of the top. The cotton balls act as a wick, and will "suck up" the alcohol as needed to keep the flame going.
      Also, if you need to buy the rubbing alcohol, get the 90% stuff instead of the 70% stuff -- it's more efficient. Or you could go to a paint/hardware store and get denatured alcohol which should burn with very, very little smoke.
      As for burn time, with that amount of alcohol assume a 4-5 hour continuous burn. If you're really curious, build one yourself and time it.

    • @niomi2766
      @niomi2766 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you use larger cans? And how long did the flame last? Thanks.

    • @sherizuech6562
      @sherizuech6562 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jkcarroll thank you

  • @mimilong3817
    @mimilong3817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +391

    During the Texas deep freeze, I cooked breakfast and dinner in my fireplace 🔥

    • @lucaskarges3270
      @lucaskarges3270 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Lmao Texas deep freeze y’all don’t know deep freeze I’m from sd hahaha

    • @mimilong3817
      @mimilong3817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      @@lucaskarges3270 :
      Yeah but your houses are built for it. Even Our vegetation died.

    • @mimilong3817
      @mimilong3817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@lucaskarges3270 :
      So, how would you do with no utilities, no relatives nor friends to help you?

    • @lucaskarges3270
      @lucaskarges3270 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mimilong3817at times weeks depends but your sub freeze isn’t like ours ours is 70 below at times 50 to 70 mph wind chill

    • @mimilong3817
      @mimilong3817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@lucaskarges3270 :
      Yeah that very cold but the difference is is that you know the potential of the weather and the extreme possibilities which you and most in your state are most likely well prepared for. It’s very different in a state that receives very little snow but then a very extreme weather event occurs which people (some) are not prepared to even survive. We’ve had temperatures below zero before but nothing like what we experienced. Many people died.

  • @sunshinepurple1043
    @sunshinepurple1043 3 ปีที่แล้ว +235

    That's it? Holy smokes! I have all the ingredients in my home rn!

    • @WeAreStrongwithJesus
      @WeAreStrongwithJesus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      And OUTSIDE of your home! (Dirt 🤓😉🙃)
      This is so awesome!

    • @CG-ko8yh
      @CG-ko8yh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Right!? Couldn’t believe how simple 🤗🤗

    • @happilyeverafterenterprise2239
      @happilyeverafterenterprise2239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yep...count me in...thanks for this reminder!!

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@WeAreStrongwithJesus some of us have that within the home too! (plants, not on the floors!! 😉 )

    • @user-pt2xy5gn7w
      @user-pt2xy5gn7w 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      𝑳𝒐𝒍

  • @userPs91victory
    @userPs91victory 3 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    Great method. The dirt around the can inside prevents from over heating. Cup full of oil + the cotton ball with a gentle 2 fingers twist at the end to make a wick can last much longer and create heat to be used for different purposes. Thanks for the tip about the dirt. A clay pot full of oil with the cotton ball with a twisted wick at the end is also very useful. The clay can resist the intensity of the flame and the heat.

    • @teresafugere5633
      @teresafugere5633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm sorry what kind of oil are you talking about and how do you make a wick out of what

    • @denicedavis5020
      @denicedavis5020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@teresafugere5633 Any oil... Crisco oil...I've seen them where they put a tapered candle in the can for the wick. 🕯

    • @denicedavis5020
      @denicedavis5020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@teresafugere5633 Pull a little of the cotton ball up and twisting it.

    • @teresafugere5633
      @teresafugere5633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@denicedavis5020 Thank you

    • @ChamberedMaiden
      @ChamberedMaiden 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@teresafugere5633 Research the "Vegetable Oil" candles of the 1980's.

  • @nicsmada
    @nicsmada 3 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    NOW THAT IS PERFECT FOR WHAT'S ABOUT TO COME. 👍

    • @louisgonzalez8846
      @louisgonzalez8846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Poor pups wont freeze when it gets cold and could use it to heat their food beforehand. Very practical for homeless pups as well.

    • @tahoe7779
      @tahoe7779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@louisgonzalez8846 There should not be homeless pups. Don't you have a shelter in your area that will take them in? Oh, I hope so

  • @Proverbs--tx6yr
    @Proverbs--tx6yr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Excellent! People haven’t a clue that we will need these alternatives to the conveniences we’re used too.. Prep now because if you’re unaware of what’s coming, you’ll perish for lack of knowledge ..

    • @louisgonzalez8846
      @louisgonzalez8846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wiser words could not hv said.!!!!

    • @aladynamedSusan
      @aladynamedSusan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This is precisely why I'm watching..I'm gearing up

    • @shelly2599
      @shelly2599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's true

    • @Kathrynlove
      @Kathrynlove 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What's the point in surviving??

    • @aladynamedSusan
      @aladynamedSusan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Kathrynlove 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @tinadoty5406
    @tinadoty5406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Most creative thing I've seen w heat and light.

  • @celestefreeman9061
    @celestefreeman9061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Thanks! This is perfect for anyone! Easy, cheap ,no storage problem! Answer to prayer ! God bless you! Lives will be saved‼💛🙋‍♀️

  • @BipolarPics
    @BipolarPics 9 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Glad to see you back! Always liked your videos. Straight to the point. Not a lot of talk.

  • @withexpectancy5818
    @withexpectancy5818 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Thank you so much for this!No selling. No measuring. So simple!😊

  • @keyshield5777
    @keyshield5777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Thanks for making this video we will need this in the years to come these are good Survivor skill and is much needed!!

  • @lburrell1965
    @lburrell1965 9 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Great for when the power is out!

  • @derindawalker9849
    @derindawalker9849 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I made this.I used cat litter since it was available..works well!!Instead of the large cans of fruit I bought a nice metal utensil holder for $4.00 it is more sturdy also.

    • @melissas7589
      @melissas7589 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      great idea with the kitty litter, esp if its winter and the ground is frozen or might be rocky, ect.

  • @dr.yahkovabyisrael6969
    @dr.yahkovabyisrael6969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Perfect for the freezing weather. Be prepared AT ALL TIMES

  • @davidhickenbottom6574
    @davidhickenbottom6574 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Old time trucker used to keep them in the truck incase of breakdowns plus some canned foods. Dad always traveled with some food.

  • @marymary-vg2ts
    @marymary-vg2ts 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    People need to stop throwing things away.
    This is life saving knowledge thank you!!

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i agree. i've been saving my old food cans for years. (also glass jars, plastic bottles and aluminum cans - plus scrap cardboard and styrofoam)

  • @sistersister8679
    @sistersister8679 3 ปีที่แล้ว +321

    AND THE REWARD FOR THIS YEARS BEST VIDEO, GOES TO?
    🎉 🎈 🎈 🎈🎈🎉🎈🎈🎈🎈🎉

    • @patrickkirwan3353
      @patrickkirwan3353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      who?

    • @lisawallace921
      @lisawallace921 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👑👑👑🙏🕯🕯🕯

  • @jimwortham8634
    @jimwortham8634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    This is one thing I love about TH-cam thanks so much did good

    • @yolandalumpkin1605
      @yolandalumpkin1605 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, I've learned so many things from You Tube. Thanks!

  • @sneakapeek2577
    @sneakapeek2577 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    you are one of the smartest guys ive seen on the internet kudos!

    • @hazztv6317
      @hazztv6317 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I totally agree. 😊

  • @iamhighsocietay2928
    @iamhighsocietay2928 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Six years later and this is still gold!! I've watched several of these and this is by far the most simple and effective video. Thank you and TH-cam!

  • @Gerlad970
    @Gerlad970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This poster is a class act the entire video is information and he did it well. Most of the these be they survival thigns are quick fixes end msotly about the poster being seen and makes a theatrical production out of it. This fella does a fantastic job.

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks much. i always try to keep it about the project (and not about me).

    • @modestepamela2778
      @modestepamela2778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree some of them ramble on so damn much😁

  • @tobascoheat6582
    @tobascoheat6582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not bad!! I'm glad you showed the "stove" can in between two taller cans for when it's in "stove" mode.

  • @carolynlewis9019
    @carolynlewis9019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Thank you that will help me out a lot, I'm learning about being more prepared.

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      hi. i'm glad it helped you! - feel free to check out rest of my channel. almost every video on it in some way has a 'being prepared' or an 'off-grid' aspect to it (over 300). tip: a quick way to see lots of my content fast is to go to my channel page and click the playlist tab. it's all laid out by sections and interests. also from there you can find a playlist called 'compilations'. those comp. videos show lots of my vids in a 'compressed format' for easy and fast viewing.

    • @carolynlewis9019
      @carolynlewis9019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@desertsun02 thank you sir!

  • @simplygoodwoman
    @simplygoodwoman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    WOW! This is awesome! 20 years ago (in the late 90s) a man (who was a former hobo for years) came to my door with a can on fire almost like this - using a viena sausage can. He wanted to show me how to use one and I have used it since, BUT this is more stable! Thanks for sharing (I know, this is 5 years later that I am adding this)

    • @JohnDavis-yz9nq
      @JohnDavis-yz9nq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mary I don’t believe your story.

    • @jolenecool6713
      @jolenecool6713 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who cares what you believe or don't believe. It's her story.

  • @I-Told-U-So
    @I-Told-U-So 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, it's much safer than propane or butane and much cheaper. .. I must try this... Thanks for the vid. :)

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! 🔥

  • @Johnny_Shadow
    @Johnny_Shadow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Damn that's good. I like that others are weighing in so we all learn from each other.

  • @TheGLORIOUS-GOSPELof-CHRIST
    @TheGLORIOUS-GOSPELof-CHRIST 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Totally blown away! Thank you SO VERY MUCH!! Was wondering how I was gonna heat anything. Your awesome! Thank you for blessing me and others with this video. 🙏🤗❤️

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      hi there. glad I could help 🙂

  • @sparklita1
    @sparklita1 9 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Nice! If we all had stills, we could heat our homes for pennies.

  • @corycraft3701
    @corycraft3701 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    My dad used to do something similar to this back in the 70s and 80s using the old metal coffee cans and a roll of toilet paper. Didn't have to use dirt or a 2nd can because the toilet paper soaked up the alcohol so well and was much more solid than cotton balls. Used it in our tree stands deer hunting for heat

    • @johnbull1938
      @johnbull1938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@tahoe7779 #10can/pint paint can/105 ounce can. take cardboard core out of toilet paper. i use 91% rubbing alcohol, regulate by number of aluminum foil wads on top of toilet paper ... the more surface area covered, less heat.

    • @nude_cat_ellie7417
      @nude_cat_ellie7417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How long did it burn for?

    • @face1647
      @face1647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How long does it burn?

    • @face1647
      @face1647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How long does it burn

    • @Bluepeacocks88
      @Bluepeacocks88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johnbull1938 paint can great idea since has the lid !

  • @karensheehan2878
    @karensheehan2878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I live in Australia. In mostly temperate climate but winter can go from -4c to +30c. Minus four is nasty. no way to acclimatise. Heavy moisture in air means fires don't draw. Kerosene heaters are G8. Economical, heat one room at a time then slightly open doors to next living space and heat that room and so on. Give fast immediate warmth but do need air ventilation to prevent suffocating. Can cook on them. A full tank runs for 8 hrs on low. Can be found in camping stores. Also camping stores have butane gas heaters too. They work well but I don't use due to too many leftover canisters going to landfill. Also. A big pot of water brought to boil, turned off and left on stove puts out heat to keep a room warm. Reboil when cold. I experiment to save cash. Good luck. Thinking of you as you are about to enter winter. God Bless.

  • @joydeep.ghosh_
    @joydeep.ghosh_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ur the smartest I found regarding chaffing fuel, camping stoves or sternos online, but ur the smartest. Btw 4 guyz who doesn't know yet, chaffing fuel can give u 5 hours of cooking.

  • @FknNefFy
    @FknNefFy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I’m curious how long they burn for… Do you know you can just bring Crisco too and it last for a really long time?

  • @daisysantana7909
    @daisysantana7909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you! For now on I will be saving cans

  • @marsse360
    @marsse360 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    OMG! The easiest and safest emergency stove that I never seen before and I have been looking for several options

  • @_keke_justbuilt_diff
    @_keke_justbuilt_diff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Know this don't ever give up GOD is With You

  • @vidanaps714
    @vidanaps714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a valuable tool to learn how to live off the grid send much love wherever you are dear! Thank you 💜🙏🏽💜🙏🏽💜🙏🏽💜🥰🥰🥰🥰Stayed bless

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome

  • @tcar02d
    @tcar02d 9 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Baking soda can has a plastic lid, And can be put on once the can cools.

    • @nude_cat_ellie7417
      @nude_cat_ellie7417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Or the smaller cans from freeze dried long term foods (the one smaller than the #10 can)

  • @atlasshrugged7475
    @atlasshrugged7475 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The cast iron frying pan was a good to use because of weight balancing, heat distribution and it holds the heat better.

    • @derindawalker9849
      @derindawalker9849 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Copper bottom pans work just as well as iron cast!

    • @tahoe7779
      @tahoe7779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And the flame doesn't hurt cast iron. Those pans are beasts in the kitchen and out in the wild when camping.

  • @dallasron51
    @dallasron51 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Excellent ! This is what I needed last week. I had all this stuff, too. Thanks !

  • @sunshinesunshine94
    @sunshinesunshine94 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    And this is why people shouldn't freeze to death, this is an amazing idea and YOUR AMAZING for sharing it with everyone !!!!!!!

  • @benalexander9907
    @benalexander9907 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love thy neighbors. We are in this together. Try and be kind to everyone you mite get further in life. JS

  • @michaelblackwell7408
    @michaelblackwell7408 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have a tiny wood stove in my camper that has a 2" flue and hard to get going because there's low draft.
    Now I have an awesome source for it.
    Plus it will be safely contained.

  • @nb4749
    @nb4749 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thanks! That's a great emergency back up stove.

  • @heidimisfeldt5685
    @heidimisfeldt5685 3 ปีที่แล้ว +209

    🥚🍳🥘 Best place to do this, is inside the kitchen sink. 🔥🔥🔥

    • @beholdheiscomingonthecloud5526
      @beholdheiscomingonthecloud5526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@kevinspliid8509 Keep it and make the alcohol stove. Double insurance

    • @dogmom468
      @dogmom468 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Or inside your oven for things that cook longer?

    • @striderm8389
      @striderm8389 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Great idea! Thatz a pretty big flame..

    • @heidimisfeldt5685
      @heidimisfeldt5685 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@dogmom468
      🌺🌸 Things that cook longer are done under normal circumstances, when the lights are out, you conserve whatever little alternative energy and resources you happen to have.
      THE ONLY SAFE WAY TO USE THE OVEN, IS WITHIN WHAT IT IS DESIGNED FOR. No alternative nothing in the oven inside a house.
      🌻🍀 Look up solar oven, can be build at home, or purchased, for outdoor use, you can even bake a turkey in it, if you have enough daylight, like in the summer. A solar oven works even in the snow, in the midst of winter, as long as you have plenty of sun shine.

    • @smilenein
      @smilenein 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@heidimisfeldt5685 I have one and on a sunny day it will get to 350 degrees even 380. I cook a package of chicken leg quarters in my dutch oven in it for my dogs all the time. Have even baked cookies and brownies in it.

  • @bohotumbleweed8319
    @bohotumbleweed8319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Travelling I used to cook on this for many,many months,everyday.

  • @robinbjorge9329
    @robinbjorge9329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mind boggling! Fantastic! I am not a survivalist or a handy person so I super appreciate videos such as this. I can do this! Thank you!

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @Sunshine-qk1cs
    @Sunshine-qk1cs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    GOD BLESS YOU FOR SHARING. 🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸

  • @changenow6002
    @changenow6002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love learning new things! Thank you! This is very useful

  • @2000talon
    @2000talon 9 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    Good cheap stove, probeley sand around the sides would work as well .

    • @mspat8195
      @mspat8195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      &/or pea gravel for a bit of stability.
      💞~👵

    • @annwithaplan9766
      @annwithaplan9766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      2000talon - I was going to ask the same thing.

    • @annwithaplan9766
      @annwithaplan9766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mspat8195 - Why would pea gravel be more stable than sand? Thanks.

    • @mspat8195
      @mspat8195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@annwithaplan9766 note the "&/or" just another resource.
      I see where it reads kinda iffy.

    • @annwithaplan9766
      @annwithaplan9766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mspat8195 : )

  • @dr.ronota7613
    @dr.ronota7613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow. You have no idea. My lights electricity has been off for almost a month. This is very helpful. A God send idea. I've subscribed today. Thank you

  • @johnk3071
    @johnk3071 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great..thank you!! You never know..with the way the world is today!!

  • @sonilynn6791
    @sonilynn6791 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Thank you! This is so simple that even I can do this. I'm trying to find all types of things I can use in an emergency.

    • @pamelapurla7137
      @pamelapurla7137 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Get cans of corned beef hash and cook with eggs if you like and/or add some veggies of your choice. When the SHTF big time, slice spam and sautee 'til crispy ... ditto canned corned beef.

  • @Av-do9dc
    @Av-do9dc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This brought back memories of when I was a girl scout..👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

    • @jasonrussell7085
      @jasonrussell7085 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are you a boy now?just curious by how things are nowadays..

    • @Av-do9dc
      @Av-do9dc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jasonrussell7085 Huhhhhh

    • @jasonrussell7085
      @jasonrussell7085 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm sorry. I was playing.. just making a joke about how things are nowadays..

  • @sinjin6219
    @sinjin6219 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    you can also use perlite instead of cotton. Perlite can be found in lawn and garden centers, etc.

    • @StrongnBeautiful
      @StrongnBeautiful 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it cheaper than cotton balls or something?

    • @edmoran869
      @edmoran869 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StrongnBeautiful
      It would outlast you. It won't burn up.

  • @lyndavonkanel8603
    @lyndavonkanel8603 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Vaseline on dryer lint is excellent for starting a fire, too. And it's free! The lint, I mean.

  • @joycebowen8958
    @joycebowen8958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You. We were in dire straights for a few weeks last winter here in Texas and many of us were I'll prepared this would have perhaps saved a great many of us the distress we were under. Making some of these to keep in my prepper kit!

  • @cocacolafiesta
    @cocacolafiesta 9 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That's awesome! Glad you're making more videos!

  • @monieluvs4125
    @monieluvs4125 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This mini stove is pretty awesome! It reminds me of chafing dish fuel gel, which I used to cook when there was a power outage. And I felt as thrilled as you did cooking your eggs 😋
    The only adjustment I would do is add aluminum foil (if it was available) to keep it in place instead of the dirt. I'm sure that would give it the the right amount of tension to hold it in place.
    Thank you for sharing! You made it super simple! This is absolutely one of the easiest ways to cook in an emergency.
    And I like the fact that it can be reused. That's the best part! You are very resourceful.
    I'll be testing this puppy pretty soon, it really outweighs trying to punch holes out of thick can of whatever, lol. I appreciate your easy tutorial, stay safe out there, God Bless ❤

  • @angelahenderson5359
    @angelahenderson5359 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love it. I was wondering how to cook food if I ever lost power

    • @patrickkirwan3353
      @patrickkirwan3353 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      newspaper, wood and a lighter.

    • @judydistefano1648
      @judydistefano1648 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I got a sun oven. I cooked a bag of beans in the front yard in 1 and half hrs. With the help of the sun.loved it. And banana bread

    • @Bluepeacocks88
      @Bluepeacocks88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@judydistefano1648 saw another YT video that used black bucket, small grate at bottom and dark colored pot with lid and solar shade to direct sun. Actually baked small loaf bread inside the pot in tin like for mini breads. On my list to make

  • @dianewoods560
    @dianewoods560 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow!!! My mind is blown. This is like magic. 😳 thanks for sharing.😳😳😳😊

  • @cathymckinley2066
    @cathymckinley2066 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ALL I can say is BRAVO, And Thank You So much

  • @tracymiller833
    @tracymiller833 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Awesome ideal...but may I suggest that you remove the paper from the cans...

    • @coreyboldt9604
      @coreyboldt9604 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good idea

    • @Lannan3067
      @Lannan3067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same idea that I was thinking...you are so right!! Good observations.

  • @shellyfoster1995
    @shellyfoster1995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you. I might need that one of these days. That is a great idea. Already have everything here at home.

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perfect! 🔥🔥👍

  • @artistcarolinateresita7803
    @artistcarolinateresita7803 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Looks like most delicious cooked egg ever. 😍 Great tip.

  • @adrianavaca2417
    @adrianavaca2417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow thank you for sharing this valuable emergency resource.

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      i'm glad i could help you 😉 ✔

  • @amybroussard8404
    @amybroussard8404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so easy. I’m a widow and this will come in handy!!! Thank You!!

  • @PREPFORIT
    @PREPFORIT 9 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    AWESOME ! - added to my Survival playlist. Thanks !

  • @sharinnature
    @sharinnature 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I can't wait to do this💙

  • @kimartist
    @kimartist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Cool! I'm looking for a simple way to heat water for coffee due to our frequent (short) power outages!

  • @charlenelynch6505
    @charlenelynch6505 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent. Thank you for some much needed information. God bless you 🙏💙

  • @dianemcginnis6163
    @dianemcginnis6163 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How wonderful I have of that. So in the days if needed . Praise the Lord. Thank you , Bless you .. a new watcher

  • @jude7321
    @jude7321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love your idea, that's awesome! Maybe you could make one of those in a paint can and you'd have a lid to close it up to save your alcohol from evaporating.
    GREAT IDEA! your light bulbs on💡smart guy.
    Jude from Kentucky ✝️ 🥀 🐎

  • @pattrell5257
    @pattrell5257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This is the most simplistic version that I've seen so far. Your version translates easily to any size can, because you just add cotton balls until you fill it up. Thank You!
    QUESTION: How much alcohol do you use? And, how long will it last, if I wanted to use it like a heater?

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      hi there. the alcohol use varies. they burn a couple hours at a time 🙂

    • @karenbaxter5402
      @karenbaxter5402 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@desertsun02 thank you I was trying to find the answer and avoid all these people bickering over politics 😭 sad to post a video to help people and it becomes political . I appreciate you sharing your knowledge ❤🙏⚘

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @Karen Baxter yes, seems sometimes people post on politics no matter what the topic of the video. but it's all good.🙂

    • @AD-53
      @AD-53 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@desertsun02 where do you buy alcohol like that, this is a serious question as I have no idea where to buy it

    • @domcizek
      @domcizek 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AD-53 WALMART, CVS, WALGREENS,

  • @777steelerfan
    @777steelerfan 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Going to try this ASAP! Very cool

  • @mjackson7809
    @mjackson7809 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. I am doing this tonight. You are a lifesaver, God bless you. Brillant person. So. I went to home depot and bought sand and then used two cans I had cooked with, and it worked so easily. Since I did not have a lot of cotton balls it lasted only 30 mins, but it was relaxing to watch it and I felt that I had achieved something. I did not use new cottonballs, but used some old cotton from a blanket my dog had torn up and it was suitable.

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i'm glad i could help you!

  • @Peachy08
    @Peachy08 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are the things they should teach in school.

  • @kevinwillingham901
    @kevinwillingham901 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Amen my brother amen

  • @efstathiagiftopoulos4496
    @efstathiagiftopoulos4496 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's amazing! Wow!
    Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @happycat0411
    @happycat0411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video! Could be used to heat a small room as well or a person who needs to keep warm in their car during the winter. As a cheaper fuel alternative I seen a person use vegetable oil instead of rubbing alcohol. I guess if money is really tight one could use vegetable oil as a substitute for alcohol but vegetable oil is harder to get the flame started.

  • @bullitt7544
    @bullitt7544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Totally MAD MAX !
    I love it.

  • @merazhroberts
    @merazhroberts 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So happy I stumbled up on this

  • @rayjackson6917
    @rayjackson6917 3 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    This is always good when you’re in a real fix, and need to cook up some dinner. For the purpose of heating though you might want to add a 8” clay terracotta pot, and place it upside down over the flame. It’ll heat up a small room in no time at all. 😉

    • @pinkrose5796
      @pinkrose5796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks for the idea! Always good to know if the heat ever guess off:)

    • @lynet1998
      @lynet1998 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@pinkrose5796
      A low flame. Don't know if alcohol burns too hot for a clay pot?
      Videos on TH-cam using small, round, tea lights under clay/terracotta pots

    • @GotrekGurninsson
      @GotrekGurninsson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      The clay pot adds nothing. A BTU is a BTU. Burning the fuel open vs covered puts out the same amount of heat.

    • @yaakovina
      @yaakovina 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@GotrekGurninsson this needs to be made into a science experiment.👍🧐

    • @margaretweber3931
      @margaretweber3931 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@yaakovina MythBusters already did it

  • @barbaraherrera3984
    @barbaraherrera3984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    🥳 awesome sauce 👏.. you don’t understand how much you have helped out so many people with your DIY can stove !! This method is economical and budget friendly for those who are on limited income plus it gives you some warmth during a crisis. Thank you with all my heart ♥️ ... you may have just saved me and my family, and thousands more from another Texas winter freeze ☃️❄️🥶 .

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad I could help ✔🔥🔥

    •  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its The Lord's Angels guiding knowledge and ideas to God's Children

  • @GlorymaNazario
    @GlorymaNazario 9 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Excellent idea! I wanna know how much time does the stove can still burning with alcohol in average? Your ideas is awesome!

    • @ortiz11039
      @ortiz11039 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      It lasts about an hour and a half

    • @beholdheiscomingonthecloud5526
      @beholdheiscomingonthecloud5526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@ortiz11039 Thank you!

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I also wonder if you can relight it after you put it out, or does the alcohol evaporate away (probably?)

  • @ajsgramma
    @ajsgramma 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing. I have a small alcohol stove & we made instant coffee, oatmeal, eggs & warmed up soup.
    This would burn even longer & several, side by side would make it easy to heat water in a bigger pan for washing.

  • @nunyabiznez1025
    @nunyabiznez1025 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You NEVER seize to amaze me! Thank you for sharing!

    • @desertsun02
      @desertsun02  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks! and thanks for watching! 👍