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    Apr 2, 2008, 03:40 PM
    Baseboard Heaters
    I am going to install some baseboard heaters in my basement and need to know how far off the floor do they get mounted or do they set right next to / on the floor? Any info on this I get is appreciated. Thanks.

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    Apr 2, 2008, 03:50 PM
    I typically mount them right on the floor to 1/2" up. If there is carpet I will go at least 1/2" off.

    In a basement I would do the same, unless there is ANY chance of flooding. Then go 2"-3" up.
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