Domestic hot water heating is not a new concept, and has in fact been a common plumbing solution for over one hundred years. In that time many articles and how-to’s have been written about the subject of, much of which is aimed at professionals and can be difficult for the lay-person to make sense of.
“Hot Water Supply and Kitchen Boiler Connections: A Selection of Practical Letters & Articles Relating to Water Backs & Range Boilers, Compiled from the Metal Worker” by William Hutton, despite its age, outlines the basic principles involved in domestic hot water heating and range boilers. There’s a multitude of diagrams, drawings, and explanations covering just about every detail you can imagine. It’s a dense read, and if you’re after a specific topic, we recommend flipping to its extensive index beginning on page 203 (211 in the PDF).
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