On Thu, 13 Jan 2005 16:18:33 -0500, S Viemeister
wrote:

Jimmy wrote:

I've got this flat that has no gas supply of its own.


What about (a) oil and (b)coal or coke? Obviously these are
potentially messier than gas, but what about the actual cost, both for
the initial installation and then the running costs? Has anyone used
these fuels for central heating and tapwater heating?


Oil will require an exterior storage tank. Will that be possible with your
flat?
Solid fuel will also require storage - do you have a suitable area?

Yes. There is room outside for a tank, provided it's not too massive.
How big does the oil tank need to be? Can it be positioned against the
building? Does it have to be within x feet of the road for filling
purposes?

Space for a coal bunker is also feasable. I have Victorian fireplaces
in two rooms that could be opened up to take a coke-burning boiler,
I'm guessing.

J