Radiant floor heating is a cost-effective alternative to more traditional heating methods as it most efficiently distributes heat throughout the whole floor area. It works by using waterproof cables installed beneath the surface. The radiant floor heating system depends on radiant heat transfer, where heat is directly supplied from the floor level and absorbed by the people or objects inside the room.
Radiant floor heating system provides a stable blanket of heat that is much more comfortable as compared to the heat provided by forced-air systems, which warm the ambient air in different layers or levels. With radiant floor heating, the coolest air stays at the ceiling, therefore ensuring comfort and efficiency for those at floor level.
1. Unobtrusive, safe and invisible heating
Floor heating cables are neatly fixed under floor substrates, without compromising the aesthetic values of the room where the heating system is installed. Cables should always be double insulated for maximum protection.
This heating system not only provides warmth, but it also promotes a safe environment for children, and pets to wander around without any possibility of shock or electrocution.
2. Needs lower temperature outputs
The principle of floor heating is that it produces rising heat that pushes the cold air in the ceiling, unlike conventional heating systems, where warm air stays in the upper areas.
Also, floor heating warms the feet which subsequently warms the whole body without the need for high temperatures with low humidity that often leads to uncomfortable stuffiness.
3. Wide range of compatible floor substrate
As this floor heating system isn't visible, it allows homeowners, interior designers and architects to execute their design without worrying where heaters should be placed. The waterproof cables are compatible to use in almost all kind of floor substrates such as carpet, timber, ceramic tiles, porcelain, slate, limestone, marble, terracotta, wood, laminate, vinyl and stone.
It can also be used for in slab and in screed applications.
4. Clean, serene and silent environment
Floor heating only uses waterproof cables; it has no air ducts or vents that are typical for conventional heating systems which might produce noise. There is also no visible unit to clean for trapped dust.
5. Controlled thermostat for energy efficiency
Floor heating systems come with a choice of manual and programmable thermostats. This allows greater control for energy efficiency and expenditure while maximising the function of floor heating.
6. Easy installation
Floor heating kits are now available for simple and hassle-free installation. Kits are now actually set up for DIYers, with full instructions within, as well as multiple videos available online.
Floor Heating Disadvantage
There is limited time possible to consider floor heating as the heating choice for any area or room. Unlike some alternative heating systems, the cost to implement floor heating after a floor has been installed is cost-prohibitive. Therefore, floor heating must be considered before the flooring has been laid.
However, this can also be seen as an advantage, as this provides a sense of urgency for any potential customer - if they don't act now, it will be too late forever. If installed during this limited time frame, floor heating is a most cost effective heating choice; even though it is considered by most as a luxury item it does not cost like a luxury item.
For your next floor heating project, consult the heating experts at Coldbuster, providers of floor heating products and installation to the highest quality and standards.
Coldbuster Floor Heating supplies a broad range of floor heating materials, thermostats and portable heating products across Australia. Equipped with knowledge and expertise in installation, Coldbuster aims to be the company of choice for the leading industry specifiers for floor heating.
