Heating our sailboat this winter in VA - HELP!

[ksanders]

I stay aboard much of the time in Seward Alaska in the winter. My temperatures generally get down into the 20’s with highs in the 30’s and 40’s.

I use a Wallas diesel forced air heater for heat. This has a fresh air intake as well, so I am getting a mix of recirculated air, and outside air. This keeps the humidity down pretty well.

I also have a plug in home depot dehumidifier that keeps the humidity down during really humid times, which is also warm weather times makong the furnace run less.

If you are serious about staying aboard during the winter you need a good quality diesel heater.