Air supply/ Discussions

Wood Burning Stove - Do We Need A Cold Air Vent to Safely Operate?

...supplyofairfor good combustion (which also minimizes the risk of producing carbon monoxide). A freshairsupplyfor a wood stove also increases the ability t...

Posted by Regina Vigil Feb. 15, 2021, 3:11 p.m. Wood stove and biomass heat 2 Responses

循环板热适合在一个超级隔热的家里吗?

...airHRV with integrated hydronic heat loop, essentially an improved forcedairheating system. My concern is that the slab will be uncomfortable to bare feet (a...

Posted by Andrew Wright Feb. 3, 2021, 3:26 p.m. Delivery: radiant, forced-air and decentralized 1 Responses

Is it possible to reconcile installing a wood stove in a airtight, super-insulated house?

...airly confident theairbarrier continuity can be maintained but when the stove is not in use it would represent a significant heat loss. We talk a lot about ai...

Posted by rick seward Dec. 23, 2018, 2:49 p.m. Wood stove and biomass heat 1 Responses

Slab on Grade for House in Grand Rapids MI - Can I get Prefab form kits & Assistance easily?

...supplya kit and assistance to a local builder? The house will probably have a partial basement but the slab section, ideally with your hotairradiant heat sys...

Posted by Greg Hooks Nov. 20, 2019, 3:35 p.m. Slab on Grade 1 Responses

What can I use as an air barrier under an old wood floor with no sub floor?

...airflow through the floor. A bit of insulation would be a plus. I think it should also allow moisture to pass through. I would rather put it between the floor j...

Posted by Mimi Costley Nov. 6, 2021, 11:11 a.m. Air and vapour barriers 1 Responses

Will air heated floors work in a northern climate?

...airheated slabs vs hydronic? I understand hydronic is able to carry more energy in the medium, but also like the idea of having a system that only hasairmovi...

Posted by Matthew holmes March 22, 2022, 9:59 a.m. Slab on Grade 1 Responses

如何降低地下室的高氡水平?

I have a house to sell, I already have contract. we stayed 13 years in that home with full finished basement. In Radon test result is 7.5pCi/L . What should we...

Posted by Uma Parekh May 22, 2020, 11:54 a.m. Healthy indoor air quality 1 Responses

How well does the Legalett air heated floor work when pouring concrete?

...airpipe system I was wondering if you have to vibrate the concrete mix to ensure noairpockets? What is the thickness of the pipe- sch40 or more like sdr26? H...

Posted by Israel Sword 2020年3月28日上午6点26分 Slab on Grade 1 Responses

How do you keep a house cool in summer without air conditioning?

我们建了一个带阁楼的小木屋。R-40和R-60的地板和天花板都隔热很好我们离开了电网,有一口井和一个手动水箱,p…

Posted by Teresa Roper Oct. 15, 2021, 11:48 a.m. Heating and cooling 1 Responses

Do you have suggestion for non-toxic closet design company, or materials?

We are renovating a house, and moving in fairly soon. We live in Southern California, and I want to avoid toxic materials, particularly in the bedrooms. Can't ...

Posted by Nicole Lucas Haimes Oct. 11, 2019, 10:51 p.m. Materials and resources 1 Responses

Does using T & G wood plank instead of drywall affect where we put the vapor & air barrier?

...airbarrier . I won't go to far off on a tangent but please see this page about WRBs (weather resisistent barriers) asairbarriers , because you could go with ...

Posted by Sue Colbourne Nov. 9, 2019, 6:16 p.m. Walls and ceilings - interior surfaces 3 Responses

How to improve the water quality in my old Mobile home?

...airout. This works for drinking water at least, just pour a jug and let is sit out for a couple of hours; it should improve in taste as the gas evaporates. T...

Posted by Ann Meacham Nov. 26, 2020, 7:17 p.m. Drinking water and treatment 1 Responses

Can you install tubing under a slab on grade foundation to extract heat in winter?

Can tubing for a ground source heat pump be put under a slab on grade prefab form foundation kit to extract winter heat? We generally recommend people check wi...

Posted by Jennifer Cole Aug. 28, 2019, 11:34 a.m. Slab on Grade 1 Responses

What should I look for if I want to buy a slab on grade house?

I'm looking to buy a house build on a slab-on-grade . What should I be looking for in terms of insulation? Thanks, Terry Where is the house, and do you know ho...

Posted by terry northcott March 25, 2019, 11:02 a.m. Slab on Grade 1 Responses

Can you elevate a slab on grade foundation?

明年我要在安大略省的帕里湾北部建一个家。我想要一个高出地面三英尺的平板地基。I'd like to have a wrap ar...

Posted by Raoul Lions 2019年7月27日下午2时47分 Slab on Grade 4 Responses

What is the best way to deal with a drop ceiling in a high humidity room?

...airtight" barrier layer into 2x4s (no nails in theair). Suggestions on this approach or other ideas? Much appreciate it as i am homeowner trying to get educat...

Posted by steve Roberts Dec. 24, 2019, 8:01 p.m. Walls and ceilings - interior surfaces 1 Responses

你能把旧的楼板基础换成空气加热楼板吗?

...airheated radiant floors is intended for new home construction, though you could raise a house and build a basement with one. So – on the off chance you have...

Posted by Mike Molloy Nov. 7, 2019, 8:44 p.m. Slab on Grade 1 Responses

Can you help me choose between a slab on grade and pressure treated wood foundation?

...air: Clean indoorairquality Removing dust and moisture from homes Choosing safe paints and finishes Choosing eco-friendly sustainable counter tops ...

Posted by Margot Simonot May 20, 2019, midnight Slab on Grade 1 Responses