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Careful. High mass can be a problem in spaces
that are NOT continuously occupied since there is usually some lag associated
with bringing the mass up to a comfortable temperature. The original post
asked for something to overcome this lag in addition to providing
backup.
This doesn't mean a radiant system (either high
mass or low mass) won't work. But you do need to think through the
details.
--Mike
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Thursday, January 24, 2002 12:50
PM
Subject: Re: [GBlist] Heating backup for
masonry fireplace
With all that thermal mass, why not
use radiant heating of some sort? There's some fine units that look like
baseboards available - or my favorite, in floor radiant. If you're only there
on weekends, I'd also recommend a tankless water heater. There are
tankless heaters that can also handle recirculating water from your
radiant heat system.
Regards,
Darren
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