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Posted by Mike (Montreal, Quebec) on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 9:07PM :

In Reply to: heat source for a garage posted by FRANKO on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 7:47PM :

Franko,

I installed a hydronic heating system in my 20'x50' shop and wouldn't live without it. Heat from the floor is the most stable and natural; no more cold feet or roids from sitting on the floor!

Best is to install the tubing before you pour the slab but you can always do an "over-pour" by laying 3-4" of concrete over your existing slab.

Cost wise, if you do the job yourself, it is very reasonable; I came out at 1600$CAN for the whole heating system, about the cost of a forced air system without the fire hazard! My design uses a simple oil-fired water heater.

As a suplementary heat source I have a 30A electric heater suspended close to the overhead door to bring temperature quickly back up when I open it in the winter. I also have a woodstove but that is more to be romantic than anything else!

Regards,

Mike



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