We have a (domestic) dehumidifier in our garage which seems to reduce the
humidity dramatically. How much the reduction is due to the heating and how
much the dehumidifier I couldn't say -but at this time of year in the Uk we
do collect several gallons of water every week that would otherwise be
hanging around in the atmosphere.
I second Nigel's comments about cheap kitchen units and floor paint- we also
put in a plastic vapour barrier on the walls and ceiling.
Buy (or acquire) some cheap carpet too- it helps the insulation and makes
the workshop a much nicer place to spend half your life in.
Nice Idea about the Champagne too!
Bill & Sue
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From: owner-europa@post.aviators.net
Subject: RE: Heating the shop
Forwarded from the bounce bin. Message is from
Jeremy Davey <jdavey@avantgo.com>
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Can I bounce some thoughts off all the experts out there, please?
I've got plans for just this arrangement of electric heaters, plus
dehumidifier(s), in my garage (which is detached from the house by 30ft,
with two walls party to other garages). I also plan foam-backed dry lining
on walls and ceiling, with draught excluders and insulated backing on the
doors.
Having killed all the draughts, I understand I'll then need to install air
extraction for use during composite work.
I figure if I don't get the environment right first time, it'll cost me far
more in the long run in both rework and energy costs. A nice cosy workshop
when I'm not doing composites will be nice too.
Can anyone comment on this plan? Is it all necessary, and have I missed
something?
I'm not sure if the dehumidifiers are necessary - has anyone tried them in a
composite workshop in the UK climate and measured the results?
Regards,
Jeremy
Jeremy Davey
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