I have recently acquired several new power tools for my WW hobby. My shop is a two car garage with a gas water heater in one corner. I am thinking of building plywood or MDF panels to "wall off" the heater from the adjacent tools.
The panels will not completely block air flow but will allow some space aound the sides, top and a small opening at the bottom for air flow to the burner. The panels will be used to hang hand tools such as clamps. The idea allows for moving the panels when servicing of the heater is required.
I have a DC system with temporary hose connections to the tools when being used. I am aware of possible dust explosion and hope the panels mitigate that awful possibility.
Anyone have experience with this situation? What am I missing?
Thanks
James Ross