Imagine that you came out of a warm bed or shower on a warm floor on a cold day. Here’s what happens if you have a radiant underfloor heating installed in your house. Radiant underfloor heating systems heat objects and people in the room directly with infrared radiation. This method of heating is much more […]
Depending on the type of system you choose, there are only a few key components that are needed to keep the system running. For hydraulic systems, all that is needed is a water heater or boiler, pipes in the floor, which are usually made of PEX pipes, and a water manifold, including all the necessary […]
There are two main styles of installing radiant underfloor heating – “wet” and “dry”. Both systems can use either hydraulic or electrical energy to heat the floor. The name of the installation is related to how the pipes or electrical wires are laid. Wet installation diagram Image How to Install Electric Underfloor Heating This video […]
Underfloor heating in comparison with other sources of radiant heating The floor is not the only place where you can install a radiant heating system. They can also be placed on the walls and ceiling. Underfloor heating is probably the most effective method, since in the living room the heat is distributed evenly. Underfloor heating […]
Although radiant heating has been around for thousands of years, many people still believe that it is a new technology, which in turn has led to several myths and misconceptions surrounding it. The first is how old it is, and most people believe it’s only been around for the last 20 years or so. Another […]
Costs of an air-heated underfloor heating system The cost of installing an air heating system is approximately $14 per square foot, which is similar to hydraulic systems. This does not include the cost of flooring installed above the ducts or the cost of a concrete slab. Underfloor heating system installation by Continal Underfloor Another fantastic […]
Types of radiant underfloor heating systems Three different types of radiant underfloor heating systems should be considered. Each has its own idiosyncrasies that can make it better or worse for your home. 1. UNDERFLOOR HEATING SYSTEM WITH AIR HEATING Air-heated systems are the oldest type of radiant heat, which was first used in China, Korea […]
Electronic water heating system In an electronic radiant underfloor heating system, wires or cables, and sometimes mats in small rooms, are laid either in a wet or dry installation under the floor. The system consists of several components, including floor sensors, a heating element – a mat or wires – and a thermostat. In small […]
Common problems with underfloor heating system with heated air The most common problem with this type of system is ductwork. Most ductwork corrodes over time inside the concrete, leading to problems in the future. Only one company currently produces non-corrosive air ducts that can be used in this type of system without constant problems. The […]
Cost of electric radiant heating systems There are several types of electric underfloor heating systems, so your exact costs may vary depending on what you choose. However, you can expect to pay around $20 per square foot for the system and installation. You’ll still save 10% to 20% on the average cost of electricity for […]
