Mark writes from Minneapolis, Minnesota: "I was interested in re-doing my basement with the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™, but I also wanted to add electric baseboard heat to the basement. Can electric baseboards be used with the Owens Corning basement finishing system? What other heating options would be available with the basement finishing system? I'd like to avoid radiant floor heating in the basement (to keep installation costs down)."

Answer: All types of heating systems can be used with the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ including the electric baseboard heating you are asking about. The only limitation is that the Basement Finishing System™ must not be exposed to temperatures over 160°F.

For additional information or technical assistance with the Basement Finishing System™, contact your local franchise. The franchise for your Zip Code (55408) is at 14650 Glenda Drive, Apple Valley, Minnesota 55124. The phone number is 952-891-3400. For franchises in other Zip Codes, call Owens Corning Customer Service at 1-800-Get PINK™ (438-7465).