[OPLINLIST] Keeping an old Carneige Library Warm

[Shannon Featheringill]

Thermal leak detector: We have a not-super-fancy but not totally cheap one
in our library of things. It doesn't go out a ton but it is very useful.
I've used it at the library a few times. I also put one in our ghost
hunting kit.

Heating ideas: Do you happen to have ceiling fans? If so, set them to
reverse to push warm air down.
Drafty windows? Consider heavy drapes to cut down on drafts. If they are
not drafty, letting the sunlight in might be a better option. If they are
VERY drafty, consider plastic weatherproofing film.
Seal any gaps with weatherstripping or draft stoppers (rolled up towels or
fabric can work in window sills or alternately, if you have a sewing club,
ask if they would take this on as a project. ) and/or door sweeps.
If it is within your budget, consider talking to your board about
contacting a contractor to add insulation/more permanent weatherproofing
measures.



Good luck!



On Thu, Jan 16, 2025 at 11:09 AM Cathy Morgan via OPLINLIST <
oplinlist at lists.oplin.org> wrote:

> Totally unrelated to Rachel's original post, sorry, but Chad, would the
> cheap one be something useful to add to our "Library of Things" do you
> think?
>
> Cathy
>
> Cathy Morgan, Director
> Canal Fulton Public Library
> 154 Market St. E.
> Canal Fulton, OH  44614
> 330-854-4148
> www.canalfultonlibrary.org
>
>
> On Thu, Jan 16, 2025 at 10:55 AM Chad Neeper via OPLINLIST <
> oplinlist at lists.oplin.org> wrote:
>
>> Not specifically insulation-related, but a thermal scanner could help you
>> identify the specific locations where you're having the worst heat
>> loss/cold infiltration issues to help you focus your efforts. These devices
>> range from a cheap $30 gun-style scanner at Home Depot to professional
>> level thermal imaging cameras at prices you probably don't want to pay. I
>> keep a cheap thermal scanner at home and we use it for all sorts of
>> random things ranging from heat/cold loss around my office/house to making
>> soap (heat-generating chemical reactions). Perhaps you or your staff have
>> one laying around that could be borrowed.
>>
>> WRT Styrofoam:  I've used bubble-foil insulation with great effect in
>> certain situations. (Think bubble wrap made out of aluminum.) Very
>> thin...less bulky than foam and might be useful in your situation.
>>
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>> On Thu, Jan 16, 2025 at 10:29 AM Rachel Henck Bentley via OPLINLIST <
>> oplinlist at lists.oplin.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Does anyone have any tips, tricks, or suggestions on how to cut down on
>>> the chill for our circulation area? Sadly, so far this winter, space
>>> heaters aren't quite doing the trick. My staff wants to put Styrofoam in
>>> the cupboards by the outdoor wall and windows and I thought I would see if
>>> anyone had other suggestions they have tried.
>>>
>>> Thank you!
>>>
>>> Rachel Henck Bentley
>>>
>>> Library Director
>>> Clyde Public Library
>>> 222 West Buckeye Street
>>> Clyde, OH 43410
>>> (419) 547-7174
>>> www.clydelibrary.org
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