Is there a tabel, nomogram, or some directive regarding standards for supplying heat to a given square foot area or cubic foot area of a room in a home?
I am wanting to supply adequate heat to a look-out basement in a home that is new construction, well insulated with a usable area of about 600 ft sq.
I have installed 2 six inch round duct supplies overhead (wasn't possible to run down the wall) about 12 ft apart to the area in question and have a return duct in place.
I am thinking about adding electric baseboard heat or a gas or electric fireplace to supplement as it would seem that the supply that I have is unlikely to be adequate. It is not possible to add additional duct work in the area.
Does anyone know of some rule of thumb or guide for calculating functional heat needed for a given area?
A vented or ventless gas fireplace would seem to fit the need well, since electric takes time to heat up and gas will be very quick.
Thank you.
I am wanting to supply adequate heat to a look-out basement in a home that is new construction, well insulated with a usable area of about 600 ft sq.
I have installed 2 six inch round duct supplies overhead (wasn't possible to run down the wall) about 12 ft apart to the area in question and have a return duct in place.
I am thinking about adding electric baseboard heat or a gas or electric fireplace to supplement as it would seem that the supply that I have is unlikely to be adequate. It is not possible to add additional duct work in the area.
Does anyone know of some rule of thumb or guide for calculating functional heat needed for a given area?
A vented or ventless gas fireplace would seem to fit the need well, since electric takes time to heat up and gas will be very quick.
Thank you.