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I am building room inside metal building to house my O gauge train layout. Building is 30x40’ with spray on foam insulation. Train room will be 17x38’ with sheet rock on walls. Other part of building will be 11.5x38’ and will house small rest room and workshop. What kind of heat and air system would you put in? One central air system for both sides? Two separate central systems? Through the wall systems like in a motel? Other? Thanks for your help.

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I would say depends on why kind of "workshop" you're doing.  If it's a dusty environment in the workshop I wouldn't think you want to add the same heat/air system.  There is not an air filter I know of that will catch all the wood shavings/saw dust.  On that note if it's just a tinker around work shop tie it all in.  PTAC (motel units) are ok, but if they break they can be a pain to repair.  At least with a furnace/condensing unit as long as you have the space are somewhat easy to service.  

Lot's of possibilities these days. One option to consider would be a ductless split system. The new systems can support several heads (indoor units), off of one condenser (outdoor unit). This would give you the ability to run what you need, when you need it. For a outbuilding this may be your best way to go. The units are all heat-pump ready and are super efficient and quiet. The indoor units are available as either wall or ceiling mount.

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Consult a local HVAC contractor in your area for more details.

 

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