Heating Needed??

rebellad

Was supposed to get my heating on this week but due to unforeseen circumstances it looks like it will be at least 2 weeks before we get it on now. I have my carepenter lined up to do the second fixing, install laminate flooring and install my kitchen. The house has been plastered inside for nearly 3 months now. My question is this would it be ok to start the second fixing and put the kitchen in (White high gloss kitchen) or do I have to wait to have the heating on for a while??

Carlow52

u could consider renting a dehumidifier for a few days if u are concerned about imbedded damp.

use with care as u can easily over do it.

I presume all the pipe work is in place and pressure tested for leaks

rebellad

Well it seems quiet dry inside - I have been leaving the windows and doors open to help dry it out. There is underfloor heating so all the pipework has been installed.

Carlow52

tks:

IMO opinion, with UHF and laminate going on over it, which will have a vapour barrier underneath, I would use the dehumidifier to dry it out gently if u cant get the heating going.

I am by nature cautious, hence the advice.
U can rent it say for a day and try it out with all doors and windows closed run it overnight and see what u collect

sinnerboy

Hire a concrete moisture meter . This has little studs on it - like a sports boot ( no prongs - thats for timber / plaster ) . Thats your best guide . you don't want your finishes to be damaged

Can you not generate heat with a temp immersion + cylinder to "start up " the UFH now ?

Rule of thumb - 1mm per day for concrete to dry out - with a 75mm screed you are about there - but don't "wing it"



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rebellad

Thanks guys, Sorry I should have specified that it's a problem getting connected to the ESB that is holding the heating connection up. We are using an Air to Water heating system so until we get the ESB sorted we can't get the heating going.

sinnerboy

no way to heat cylinder off temp supply ? ( I suppose you may have considered that already )