{"id":1046,"date":"2021-08-29T18:09:04","date_gmt":"2021-08-29T21:09:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/powertoolbase.com\/?p=1046"},"modified":"2022-11-18T14:23:24","modified_gmt":"2022-11-18T17:23:24","slug":"garage-heater-location","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/powertoolbase.com\/garage-heater-location\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Should a Heater Be Placed in a Garage?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Adding a heater is essential if you use your garage all year round for work projects. But knowing where to place the heater can make a real difference in the temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For maximum efficiency, a heater should be situated 24 inches from the back wall of the coldest corner of a garage. Pointing the heater downward at a 45-degree angle provides the greatest heat distribution. Always keep the bottom of the heater at least 72 inches away from any combustible items.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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This article is going to show you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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An in-depth look at heater placement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
What size heater is needed need for your space<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Which type of heater is best for you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
What is the most efficient way to heat a garage?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The best place for your heater in a garage depends on the kind of heater you have. If you are using a gas garage heater, experts suggest that it should be vented. It’s therefore preferable if these heaters are mounted to the ceiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s a condition precedent that you already have cut a hole in your roof where the fumes venting tube will be placed. After hanging your heater from the ceiling joists and inserting the vent tube through your roof, waterproof it using a weather ring and sealant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, if you’re using an electric heater, your best bet is to install them on the wall or the roof. As you install them, remember to keep a floor-to-heater distance of six to seven feet. To determine the proper floor-to-heater distance, check your heater’s user manual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remember that every 100 square feet of space needs 1,000 watts of energy. This means that if you have a 500 square feet garage, it will need a 5,000-watt heater to have the room adequately warmed up. It’s a different story if you have a space heater. There are two things you need to remember in choosing the right spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First, ensure that the space you intend to heat up is confined because space heaters are not designed to heat an entire space. Secondly, you need to position them in an area where moisture won’t reach them. Moisture and dampness can permanently damage your heater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n