ᐅ What is the appropriate size for a utility room housing gas and solar thermal systems with a buffer tank?
Created on: 2 Aug 2015 09:18
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daytonaHello,
what would be the approximate minimum size for a utility room housing a gas and solar thermal combination system with a buffer tank?
Is it true that, because of humidity, washing machines and dryers should not be placed in the same room as the condensing boiler system?
what would be the approximate minimum size for a utility room housing a gas and solar thermal combination system with a buffer tank?
Is it true that, because of humidity, washing machines and dryers should not be placed in the same room as the condensing boiler system?
You already see some mentions of having the dryer and washing machine in the same room... but is that really practical? We will also have the heating system and appliances in one room.
The space requirement is somewhat individual – if you plan carefully (which probably requires good planning), about 5 m² (54 ft²) might be enough. However, if you prefer to have everything together in one room, including a drying rack, possibly an iron, a freezer, and maybe a shoe cabinet for garden shoes, then around 12 m² (130 ft²) would be recommended. Of course, anything in between—or even more space—is certainly possible.
The space requirement is somewhat individual – if you plan carefully (which probably requires good planning), about 5 m² (54 ft²) might be enough. However, if you prefer to have everything together in one room, including a drying rack, possibly an iron, a freezer, and maybe a shoe cabinet for garden shoes, then around 12 m² (130 ft²) would be recommended. Of course, anything in between—or even more space—is certainly possible.
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Bauexperte2 Aug 2015 10:42Good morning,
To be honest, I never understand why there’s such a fuss over every centimeter of a utility room...
A reasonably usable utility room should not be smaller than 8.00 sqm (86 sq ft). There are good reasons to allow enough space in front of a boiler or distribution panel. Enough room so, for example, an electrician can safely move backwards in case of an emergency without hitting their head on any built-in parts. This naturally means that if you want to accommodate a washing machine, dryer, and similar appliances, the room shouldn’t be less than 10.00 sqm (108 sq ft); 12.00 sqm (129 sq ft) would be better.
Please also consider the technicians who will need to perform maintenance later on—and your budget! If fittings have to be removed first to carry out maintenance or repairs, the service charge can quickly become more expensive than expected.
Regards,
Bauexperte
daytona schrieb:
What would be the approximate minimum size for a utility room housing a gas-solar thermal combination system with a buffer tank?
Is it true that, due to humidity, washing machines and dryers should not be placed in the same room as the condensing boiler system?
To be honest, I never understand why there’s such a fuss over every centimeter of a utility room...
A reasonably usable utility room should not be smaller than 8.00 sqm (86 sq ft). There are good reasons to allow enough space in front of a boiler or distribution panel. Enough room so, for example, an electrician can safely move backwards in case of an emergency without hitting their head on any built-in parts. This naturally means that if you want to accommodate a washing machine, dryer, and similar appliances, the room shouldn’t be less than 10.00 sqm (108 sq ft); 12.00 sqm (129 sq ft) would be better.
Please also consider the technicians who will need to perform maintenance later on—and your budget! If fittings have to be removed first to carry out maintenance or repairs, the service charge can quickly become more expensive than expected.
Regards,
Bauexperte
Our utility room is just under 4m2 (43 sq ft). But it doesn’t include a washing machine or dryer. You can access all the equipment without having to remove anything else or twist yourself around. And regarding the space in front of the distribution board, there is a regulation that must be followed.
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Bieber081512 Aug 2015 23:09Bauexperte schrieb:
To be honest, I never understand why there’s such a fuss over every centimeter of the main building area... Most of the time it comes down to money... For us, it's 10 m² (about 108 square feet) for everything (connections, electrical, heat pump, controlled ventilation system, washing machine, etc.).
Bauexperte schrieb:
To be honest, I never understand why there’s such a fuss over every centimeter of a house ...?Are you sure you don’t understand it?
Technology is a necessary evil – the space saved in square meters (square feet) can be used for more room in the main living areas (as you so nicely put it).
The only ones who value extra space are either those who prefer to schedule around the washing machine or those for whom functionality due to common workflows is important.
Yvonne
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