I would like to install one in a new construction. It will have supplemental heat via thermal mass (earthbag/cob) but the home will be rather large (1800 - 2000sf...ish) compared to some of the cottages that I have seen, in terms of square footage.
Because of that I fear thermal mass may not be enough.
I do live in NC and our winters are not nearly as cold as the more northern states but it does get chilly.
As of now I have decided that the flooring will be concrete and would like to perhaps run piping directly below before pouring the concrete.
I dont however know if this is a good idea or not.
My questions are...
Through how long of a pipe will air from a rocket mass stove continue to travel / properly heat?
Is there a size of stove / pipe vs desired square foot of warmth ratio guesstimate out there?
Will concrete block the heat too much or will it just take a little longer than cob?
Any insight and information that you can provide will be greatly appreciated.
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