by Minnie Bell
How can I make the floor of an addition warmer without heated floors?
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There is a stepdown into the addition. It is above crawl space.
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Johnavallance82
on Dec 14, 2017
Independant heaters -
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Cindy Corean
on Dec 14, 2017
Use an area rug during the coldest time of year, then roll it up and stash it away for the rest of the year. -
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Mogie
on Dec 14, 2017
Throw rugs. Wear socks. Add a nice fire place for some added warmth. -
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Amanda
on Dec 14, 2017
Yes a heater would work. I have a large bedroom that was added on that is so cold. I purchase a electric fireplace that I run in winter. If the addition is not carpeted adding rugs would help too. -
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27524803
on Dec 14, 2017
The floor of the addition may not be insulated... and since you have access thru the crawl space.... you can insulate it... not really easily, but it CAN be done... that should help make the space less cold.The other thing you can do is build a floor on top of the existing one deep enough to insulate that space.... but in floor heating is really the best option. -
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Phil
on Dec 14, 2017
did you insulate the crawl space? And what about the skirting around that room? Is there any? -
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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on Dec 14, 2017
How was the addition insulated during the building phase? Was the addition built to code? Since you have crawl space, I would insulate underneath and beef up the attic insulation too. Put down rugs, get a space heater and have plenty of throws and pillows handy. Call your energy provider, they can give you a free inspection and make suggestions to keep the room warm in winter and cool in summer. Good luck!
Johnavallance82
on Dec 14, 2017
Cindy Corean
on Dec 14, 2017
Mogie
on Dec 14, 2017
Amanda
on Dec 14, 2017
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