Radiant Heat for 660 sq. ft. Monoslab
sanchomurphy
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I am designing a 660 sq. ft. cabin in Zone 7 with FPSF 4″ concrete monoslab. I hope to use radiant heat but I am looking for a system that will minimize the size of support components. Our utility closet is already packed with a water heater, pressure tank, and a water softener. We want to be all-electric as well.
Thanks ahead of time!
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The heating and cooling load drive all things HVAC. What is on top of that slab matters more than what is under it.
A cabin sounds like you may plan to use only infrequently, and have the ability for a quick warm-up.
Resistance heat in the slab itself or under a tile overlay would be simple to install, and have little exterior equipment but take more energy than other options, including air and ground sourced heat pumps.