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06/10/2007 9:43 PM  
   
I need thermal mass requiring minimal interior space in a low cost passive solar home.  I'm looking at multiple layers (3) of green board or cement board.  Can someone offer advice on the choice of these or other (thin) solutions?
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06/29/2007 10:45 PM  
Have you considered putting your thermal mass into the floor? This would provide a large thermal mass and take up little or no interior space.
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06/30/2007 2:02 AM  
A company makes clear fiberglass water columns that store heat and look pretty cool.
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08/13/2007 2:25 PM  
What are the cost numbers? That is just as important and energy reducing figures. At what price? Does it have a decent payback? There are only so many people that want zero/very low energy consumption at a price that does not make financial sense.
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