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Document how to remove, clean, and replace the shower drain filter,
with the five step photos moved into content/infrastructure/images/.
Note that some shower drains differ and to ask management for help (and
to flag undocumented designs). Link from the water page and the
infrastructure index.

Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.8 (1M context) <noreply@anthropic.com>
2026-06-27 23:48:56 +02:00
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# Chickens & Ducks # Chickens & Ducks
Our flock includes chickens and **4 runner ducks**: Tango, and 3 others (names TBD — candidates: Polka, Pinto, Skippi, Rio, Silo, Pippi). Our flock includes chickens and **4 ducks**: Tango, and 3 others (names TBD — candidates: Polka, Pinto, Skippi, Rio, Silo, Pippi).
## Daily Routine ## Daily Routine

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|------|-------|-------------| |------|-------|-------------|
| Early | Personal Time | Individual coffee/tea/breakfast — yoga, meditation, hike, etc. | | Early | Personal Time | Individual coffee/tea/breakfast — yoga, meditation, hike, etc. |
| 11:00-13:00 | AM Work Block | Meet together to set out on focused work-related missions | | 11:00-13:00 | AM Work Block | Meet together to set out on focused work-related missions |
| 13:00-15:00 | Karma Yoga | Karmic chores and household upkeep | | 13:00-15:00 | Karma Yoga | Collective food prep, other karmic chores, and lunch clean-up |
| 13:30-14:30 | Meet & Eat | Team meeting during lunch for practical, non-charged subjects — space for announcements of shared agenda or changes | | 13:30-14:30 | Meet & Eat | Team meeting during lunch for practical, non-charged subjects — space for announcements of shared agenda or changes |
| 15:00-19:00 | PM Work Block | Second work session — continuing missions from the morning or personal project time | | 15:00-19:00 | PM Work Block | Second work session — continuing missions from the morning or personal project time |
| 19:00-20:00 | Supper | Your own responsibility — cook what you want, gather if you like | | 19:00-20:00 | Dinner | Prepared for the whole group — eating by 8 at the latest. Attendance is optional |
| Late | Free Time | Games, movie/documentary, fire gathering, music, etc. | | Late | Free Time | Games, movie/documentary, fire gathering, music, etc. |
## Afternoon Optionals ## Afternoon Optionals
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## Meals ## Meals
- **Lunch (~13:00):** Cooked by our chef — we gather to eat. Community handles clean-up. - **Lunch (~13:00):** We gather to prepare a collective meal together
- **Supper (~19:00):** Your own responsibility — cook what you want, gather if you like - **Supper (~19:00):** A sign-up sheet is available for anyone who wants to take on the culinary quest
- **Shared meals** are inclusive to everyone present — vegetarian (inclusive of honey & local eggs), gluten-free, and nut-free - **Shared meals** are inclusive to everyone present — generally vegetarian/vegan, gluten free, nut free
- **Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese** are your own responsibility - **Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese** are your own responsibility
## Karma Yoga / Deep Clean Days ## Karma Yoga / Deep Clean Days

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Daily upkeep follows a "karma yoga" approach — if you notice it, nurture it. See [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]] for the daily rhythm including the Karma Yoga block (13:00-15:00). Daily upkeep follows a "karma yoga" approach — if you notice it, nurture it. See [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]] for the daily rhythm including the Karma Yoga block (13:00-15:00).
### Daily Tasks ### Daily Tasks
- Karma Yoga block (13:00-15:00) — karmic chores and household upkeep - Collective food prep and lunch clean-up during Karma Yoga block
- Dishes, kitchen tidying, general upkeep - Dishes, kitchen tidying, general upkeep
- [[../animals/chores|Animal chores]] — alpaca cleaning at 11 AM and 8 PM, poultry coop open/close - [[../animals/chores|Animal chores]] — alpaca cleaning at 11 AM and 8 PM, poultry coop open/close
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- Ash removal - Ash removal
## Kitchen Duties ## Kitchen Duties
- **Lunch (~13:00):** cooked by our chef — vegetarian (incl. honey & local eggs), gluten-free, nut-free. Community handles clean-up. - Shared meals are prepared collectively (see [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]])
- **Supper (~19:00):** your own responsibility — cook what you want, gather if you like - Lunch (~13:00): communal meal, generally vegetarian/vegan, gluten free, nut free
- **Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese:** your own responsibility - Supper (~19:00): sign-up sheet for cooking — attendance is optional
- Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese are your own responsibility
## Cleaning Schedule ## Cleaning Schedule

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## Property Location ## Property Location
- **Name:** Château de Bénac (Faun's Castle) - **Address:** Rue Grand Rue de Bellissen, Benac, 09000 Foix
- **Address:** 456 Grand Rue de Bellissen, 09000 Bénac, France
- **GPS Coordinates:** 42.9537, 1.5266 - **GPS Coordinates:** 42.9537, 1.5266
- **Map:** [OSM](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=42.9537&mlon=1.5266#map=15/42.9537/1.5266) / [GMaps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7aQtQEc88CXM7huy9) - **Map:** [OSM](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=42.9537&mlon=1.5266#map=15/42.9537/1.5266) / [GMaps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7aQtQEc88CXM7huy9)
- **Land:** 11 hectares of rolling meadow and woods (established spring 2025)
- **Nearest major road:** *TBD* - **Nearest major road:** *TBD*
## Getting to the Property ## Getting to the Property

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- [[electrical|Electrical & Circuit Breakers]] - [[electrical|Electrical & Circuit Breakers]]
- [[water|Water System]] - [[water|Water System]]
- [[shower-drain-cleaning|Cleaning a Shower Drain]]
- [[heating-system|Heating System Overview]] - [[heating-system|Heating System Overview]]
- [[internet|Internet & Communications]] - [[internet|Internet & Communications]]

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---
title: Cleaning a Shower Drain
description: How to remove, clean, and replace the shower drain filter to keep water draining freely
aliases:
- shower drain
- drain cleaning
- slow drain
- clogged shower
tags:
- infrastructure
- water
- cleaning
- maintenance
---
# Cleaning a Shower Drain
If your shower is draining slowly or standing water builds up around your feet, the drain filter is probably clogged with hair and soap residue. Cleaning it takes a few minutes and no special skills.
> [!tip] Do this regularly
> Hair and soap scum build up over time. Cleaning the filter every few weeks (or whenever you notice the water draining slowly) prevents bigger clogs and keeps the pipes clear.
## What you'll need
- A flat tool to lift the cover — a flathead screwdriver, butter knife, or similar
- A pair of pliers (needle-nose work best) to grip the filter
- An old toothbrush or rag, and a bin for the gunk you pull out
> [!note] Different drains, different parts
> The drain shown here has a **metal cover plate** over a **removable plastic filter cartridge**. Some showers on the property have a different drain design (a simple grate, a screw-in cover, a bottle-trap, etc.).
>
> **If your shower drain doesn't look like the one in these photos and isn't documented here yet, ask management for help** rather than forcing anything — and let us know so we can add it to this guide.
---
## Step 1 — Remove the cover
Slide your flat tool under the edge of the metal cover plate and gently pry it up. It just sits in place — it isn't screwed down — so it should pop out with light leverage.
![[shower-drain-1-remove-cover.jpg]]
## Step 2 — Lift out the filter
Underneath the cover is a white plastic filter cartridge seated in the drain collar. Grip the small post (or the edge) in the centre with your pliers and pull straight up to lift the whole cartridge out.
![[shower-drain-2a-remove-filter.jpg]]
![[shower-drain-2b-remove-filter.jpg]]
## Step 3 — Clean the filter
This is where the clog lives. Pull off the trapped hair and soap buildup, then rinse the cartridge thoroughly under a tap and scrub it with the toothbrush until the openings are clear. Put the gunk in the bin — **don't push it back down the drain.**
![[shower-drain-3-clean-filter.jpg]]
## Step 4 — Replace the filter (mind the orientation)
Drop the clean cartridge back into the drain.
> [!important] Orientation matters
> The cartridge has a rubber seal (O-ring) near the top and an angled / shaped end — it only seats correctly one way round. Line it up and press it in until it sits flush, then put the metal cover plate back on top. If it won't seat flat, lift it out and turn it before pushing again — don't force it.
![[shower-drain-4-replace-orientation.jpg]]
Run the water for a few seconds to confirm it drains freely. Done.
---
## Still draining slowly?
If the drain is still slow after cleaning the filter, the clog is further down the pipe. **Don't pour harsh chemical drain cleaners down it** — see the [[water#Septic-Safe Practices|septic-safe practices]] note. Ask management for help instead.
See also: [[water|Water System]]

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## Water Source ## Water Source
- **Type:** Spring water (on-site source) - **Type:** *TBD (municipal/well/other)*
- **Treatment / management:** A **phytopurification system** (plant-based greywater treatment) is planned as part of Phase I eco-building - **Provider (if municipal):** *TBD*
- **Provider (if municipal):** N/A - **Account Number:** *TBD*
- **Account Number:** N/A
## Main Water Shutoff ## Main Water Shutoff
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- Space out laundry loads - Space out laundry loads
- No harsh chemicals - No harsh chemicals
## Drains
- Shower draining slowly? See [[shower-drain-cleaning|Cleaning a Shower Drain]].
## Winter Precautions ## Winter Precautions
- Know which pipes are vulnerable to freezing - Know which pipes are vulnerable to freezing

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# Spaces # Spaces
The property covers **11 hectares of rolling meadow and woods** (established spring 2025) at Château de Bénac. Below are the named buildings, accommodations, studios, and outdoor areas residents will encounter. Guide to the buildings, rooms, and areas on the property.
## Buildings ## Buildings
### [[main-building|Temple's Main Building]] ### [[main-building|Main Building]]
Primary living/working space and event space — houses the apartments, rooms, and most communal areas. *TBD: Primary living/working space*
### [[outbuildings|Outbuildings]] ### [[outbuildings|Outbuildings]]
Circus Barn, Greenhouse, stables (coming soon), Dependance, and the natural cabins. *TBD: Barns, sheds, workshops, etc.*
### [[workshop|Workshop]] ### [[workshop|Workshop]]
Rules, organization, cleaning, tools, and safety in the workshop. Rules, organization, cleaning, tools, and safety in the workshop.
## Accommodations ## Indoor Spaces
Canonical names you'll hear residents use. "Coming soon" means the unit is being finished — not currently available. ### Living Areas
- *TBD*
### Apartments (ensuite bathroom, private kitchenette) ### Bedrooms / Sleeping
- *TBD*
| Name | Status | ### Kitchen
|------|--------| - Location: *TBD*
| **QILIN** | Available | - Equipment: [[equipment/kitchen/|Kitchen Appliances]]
| **Phoenix** | Coming soon |
| **ALICORN** | Coming soon |
### Rooms (ensuite bathroom, shared kitchen) ### Bathrooms
- *TBD*
| Name | Status | ### Studios / Workspace
|------|--------| - *TBD*
| **KELPIE** | Available (with work desk) |
| **Brownie** | Coming soon |
| **Golem** | Coming soon (with work desk) |
### Cabins (natural / lightweight build) ### Common Areas
- *TBD*
| Name | Status |
|------|--------|
| **The Zephyr** | Coming soon |
| **Shinook** | Coming soon |
| **Xocomil** | Coming soon |
Plus a **4-bed dorm caravan**.
## Studios & Workshops
- **Yoga / movement room** (100 m²)
- **Co-working office** and drawing room
- **Carpentry workshop** (50 m²) — see [[workshop|Workshop]]
- **Professional kitchen** with food processing lab
- **Sewing / textile** studio
- **Circus Barn** — aerials, climbing wall (also a 2-bedroom apartment in the upper level)
- **Metal welding & glass workshop**
- Pottery & mosaics studio (coming soon)
## Outdoor Spaces ## Outdoor Spaces
See [[outdoor|Outdoor Areas]] for details. ### [[outdoor|Outdoor Areas]]
Gardens, farm areas, gathering spaces.
- **Wellness Nook** — sauna, fire circle, cold plunge pools
- **Mad Hatter's Tea Party Table** — outdoor potluck table
- **Greenhouse** (with bathtub and pool)
- **Animal pond**
- **6-hectare grazing pasture**
## Property Map ## Property Map
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| What | Where | | What | Where |
|------|-------| |------|-------|
| Main entrance | *TBD* | | Main entrance | *TBD* |
| Kitchen | Temple's Main Building | | Kitchen | *TBD* |
| Bathroom(s) | *TBD* | | Bathroom(s) | *TBD* |
| Laundry | *TBD* | | Laundry | *TBD* |
| Wood storage | *TBD* | | Wood storage | *TBD* |
| Trash/recycling | *TBD* — see [[waste-collection|Waste & Recycling Collection]] | | Trash/recycling | *TBD* |
| Tool shed | *TBD* | | Tool shed | *TBD* |
| Parking | *TBD* | | Parking | *TBD* |

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--- ---
title: Temple's Main Building title: Main Building
description: Guide to the main building — apartments, rooms, and communal spaces description: Guide to the main building and its rooms
aliases:
- main-building
tags: tags:
- spaces - spaces
- building - building
--- ---
# Temple's Main Building # Main Building
The main living and event building at Château de Bénac. Houses the apartments and rooms, the professional kitchen, the yoga / movement room, and most communal areas. ## Overview
## Apartments *TBD: Description of the main building*
Each apartment has an **ensuite bathroom**, **private kitchenette**, **queen bed**, **work desk**, and is **south-facing**.
| Name | Status |
|------|--------|
| **QILIN** | Available |
| **Phoenix** | Coming soon |
| **ALICORN** | Coming soon |
## Rooms
Each room has an **ensuite bathroom**, **double bed**, **garden views**, and a **shared kitchen**.
| Name | Status |
|------|--------|
| **KELPIE** | Available (with work desk) |
| **Brownie** | Coming soon |
| **Golem** | Coming soon (with work desk) |
## Communal Spaces in the Main Building
- **Professional kitchen** with food processing lab
- **Yoga / movement room** (100 m²)
- **Co-working office** and drawing room
- **Sewing / textile** studio
## Floor Plan ## Floor Plan
*TBD: Add floor plan image or description* *TBD: Add floor plan image or description*
## Rooms
### Ground Floor
*TBD*
### Upper Floor(s)
*TBD*
### Basement (if applicable)
*TBD*
## Key Infrastructure in This Building ## Key Infrastructure in This Building
| System | Location | | System | Location |
|--------|----------| |--------|----------|
| Electrical panel | *TBD* — see [[electrical]] | | Electrical panel | *TBD* - See [[electrical]] |
| Water shutoff | *TBD* — see [[water]] | | Water shutoff | *TBD* - See [[water]] |
| Heating | *TBD* — see [[wood-fire-heater]] | | Heating | *TBD* - See [[wood-fire-heater]] |
| Fire extinguisher | *TBD* | | Fire extinguisher | *TBD* |
## Building-Specific Notes ## Building-Specific Notes
*TBD: Quirks, features, or important notes about this building* *TBD: Any quirks, features, or important notes about this building*

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--- ---
title: Outbuildings title: Outbuildings
description: Barns, sheds, workshops, cabins, and other structures description: Barns, sheds, workshops, and other structures
tags: tags:
- spaces - spaces
- buildings - buildings
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# Outbuildings # Outbuildings
## Workshop ## Overview
*TBD: List and describe outbuildings on the property*
## Buildings
### Workshop
- **Rules & organization:** see [[workshop|Workshop]] - **Rules & organization:** see [[workshop|Workshop]]
- **Carpentry workshop** (50 m²) - **Location:** *TBD*
- **Manager:** posted on the main board in the workshop - **Manager:** posted on the main board in the workshop
- **Location:** *TBD*
- **Access:** *TBD* - **Access:** *TBD*
## Circus Barn ### Storage Shed
- Houses **aerials** and a **climbing wall**
- Upper level is a 2-bedroom apartment
- **Location:** *TBD*
## Metal Welding & Glass Workshop
- **Location:** *TBD* - **Location:** *TBD*
- **Purpose:** *TBD*
- **Access:** *TBD* - **Access:** *TBD*
## Pottery & Mosaics Studio ### *Other Building*
- Coming soon
## Greenhouse
- Includes a **bathtub** and **pool**
- **Location:** *TBD*
## Stables
- For the horses (coming soon)
- **Location:** *TBD*
## Cabins (natural builds)
| Name | Status |
|------|--------|
| **The Zephyr** | Coming soon |
| **Shinook** | Coming soon |
| **Xocomil** | Coming soon |
## Dorm Caravan
- 4 beds
- **Location:** *TBD*
## Dependance
- Coming soon
- **Location:** *TBD*
## Storage Shed
- **Location:** *TBD* - **Location:** *TBD*
- **Purpose:** *TBD* - **Purpose:** *TBD*
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## Safety Notes ## Safety Notes
*TBD: Safety considerations for outbuildings* *TBD: Any safety considerations for outbuildings*

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## Farm Areas ## Farm Areas
- **6-hectare grazing pasture** for alpacas and (future) horses *TBD: Describe farm areas, fields, etc.*
- **Animal pond**
- **Greenhouse** with bathtub and pool — see [[outbuildings#Greenhouse|Outbuildings: Greenhouse]]
- **Crops:** Lady Godiva pumpkins, blueberries, salads, herbs, pick-your-own berries; medicinal and edible hedgerows
## Gathering Spaces ## Gathering Spaces
### Mad Hatter's Tea Party Table
- Outdoor table used for **potlucks** and shared meals
- **Location:** *TBD*
### Wellness Nook
- **Sauna**, **fire circle**, and **cold plunge pools**
- Hosts the monthly Sauna Soirée (first Sunday)
- **Location:** *TBD*
- **Rules:** *TBD*
### Outdoor Seating ### Outdoor Seating
- **Location:** *TBD* - **Location:** *TBD*
### Fire Pit (if applicable)
- **Location:** *TBD*
- **Rules:** *TBD*
## Practical Areas ## Practical Areas
### Wood Storage ### Wood Storage