modernlifeisANDY
Well-Known Member
Hey guys,
I have made the decision to migrate my rig to an all-electric, single-vessel BIAB rig. Currently, I use a BIAB propane setup using a 15.5 gallon keggle and a pump-in-a-toolbox with Camlock QDs. I brew out back, just outside of my bulkhead.
The main reason I want to make the electric switch is for the improved mash maintenance and the ability to brew indoors. That said, I know I need ventilation. My basement area has a door with direct access to an outside bulkhead. With the bulkhead open, stepping through the door in the basement wall puts you in fresh outside air.
Rather than put in any ductwork or a range hood, could I just use a wall mounted fan angled over my brewpot toward the open bulkhead? I figure that couple with my dehumidifier, this should work well.
Thoughts? I posted a diagram that might help illustrate the layout more.
I have made the decision to migrate my rig to an all-electric, single-vessel BIAB rig. Currently, I use a BIAB propane setup using a 15.5 gallon keggle and a pump-in-a-toolbox with Camlock QDs. I brew out back, just outside of my bulkhead.
The main reason I want to make the electric switch is for the improved mash maintenance and the ability to brew indoors. That said, I know I need ventilation. My basement area has a door with direct access to an outside bulkhead. With the bulkhead open, stepping through the door in the basement wall puts you in fresh outside air.
Rather than put in any ductwork or a range hood, could I just use a wall mounted fan angled over my brewpot toward the open bulkhead? I figure that couple with my dehumidifier, this should work well.
Thoughts? I posted a diagram that might help illustrate the layout more.