Originally Posted by
Jim Becker
Aside from the safety and other considerations that folks have already expressed, a single "passive" heat source for a space that's almost like a small bowling ally :) (14' wide but 40' long) may not be very efficient from the standpoint of heat distribution. It would most certainly need to be located in the middle for best results which is going to impact how the space is used for woodworking. If your insurance and local jurisdiction permits wood stoves, then the decision comes down to the practicality for the given space and your comfort with heating with that method.