mike93lx
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Working in 40-50 degree temps is uncomfortable, yes.
But I'll grab my bootstraps and toughen up
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But I'll grab my bootstraps and toughen up
You wear boots when it's 40?
I can't help but wonder if they're is a conversion factor at play here...
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I think the highest I've ever turned the thermostat in the garage or shop is 55*. Normally 50* feels darn nice.
It's probably the superior windows
Just doesn't make sense to me to heat a shop 65+ degrees. Why would you want it that warm?
Are you taking a nap out there? Or walking around in t shirt and shorts?
mike93lx
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i never said 65. i just said i dont want to work in 40-50 degree temps indoors.
If you enjoy it, absolutely go for it
Good catch. I scrolled back in my Emporia Vue history and accidentally got the kWh from one year and the cost from another.
We do have low electric rates but not that low. (Energy only rates are 5.4 cents off peak and 15.8 on peak this year, up from about 4.2 cents off peak a few years ago) All in costs in Feb 2023 was 144.5 kWh ($11.54), 2024 was 356 kWh ($26) and 2025 was 487 kWh ($33).
I moved into my shop office in early 2024 and used an electric fireplace for heat the past two winters. I wish I had detailed energy usage for the fireplace to compare to the new mini split. I installed the mini for the much needed AC but the lower heat cost this winter will be a bonus.
mike93lx
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Conversion factor?
I think it's just a disagreement about comfort with some people not understanding that their desired temp is not what everyone else desires.
Snapped-off
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At what temperature can one no longer wear boots?
MichaelP
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If you can run a natural gas line there and the ceiling height permits, install a IR radiant heater tube and be done with it.
Yes, it'll be more expensive initially, but the difference in your utility bills and efficiency/convenience of the setup will make you happy, and you'll never regret making this decision.
Yes, it'll be more expensive initially, but the difference in your utility bills and efficiency/convenience of the setup will make you happy, and you'll never regret making this decision.
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Wrench97
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Sometimes when laying on a creeper the nap just happens.......
Make sure to crack a window if using a fuel burning heater...
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reader2580
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I suppose those of you that think 40F is comfortable for working also think 100F is fine for working too.
I have used a friend’s heated shop a few times. 55 to 60 is good when actively working.
I have used a friend’s heated shop a few times. 55 to 60 is good when actively working.
WisJim
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I mentioned earlier that I use a 1500 watt electric heater for my shop space. I might not have emphasized enough that it is a WELL INSULATED space, spray foam with good small windows and well sealed doors that only open to other unheated inside space. The secret to low heating (and cooling) expense, in my opinion, is good insulation and careful sealing of the space. So far the OP hasn't really specified his location or the kind and quality of insulation.
He needed a fan for circulation.My Dad had a place "up north" in Michigan. BIG, uninsulated garage/workshop. He had a wood burner in the center.
I asked him why he did not use the workshop more in winter. "Because my front side is freezing and my backside is burning !"
Geez, I set my shop temp to 70F when I am out there, but I generally don't work that hard and don't work up a sweat!
I generally have the TV running in the back ground and once in a while something good comes on and I will sit and watch it. when it is over, back to work, but work might be a strong word!
I have a 240v 6k watt heater in my 20x25 garage. Its about $8/day (0.12kwh) to run if I am running it on 6k high. My walls/ceiling are insulated, but not the garage door. I can get the air to 70°, but some of the steel surfaces are still cold to work on. My tinker time is on the weekends, so I am "off peak hours" and its anywhere from 1 to 10 hrs/day.
Someday I'd like to have a natural gas furnace as my gas line runs right along the garage wall footer, but for now the 240v electric works well.
Someday I'd like to have a natural gas furnace as my gas line runs right along the garage wall footer, but for now the 240v electric works well.