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The Future of Energy-Efficient Heating: Low Water Temperatures
While we insulate homes to prevent heat from escaping outside, even the most well-insulated homes experience heat loss. This is because heat can be transferred through conduction, convection, and radiation. Conduction is the transfer of heat from one molecule to another through direct contact. Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids ... The Future of Energy-Efficient Heating: Low Water Temperatures
What Is Radiant Heat?
Radiant floor heating is the intelligent way of heating a home. Hydronic radiant flooring can now replace entire home heating systems. What’s great about these solutions is it provides a more energy-efficient method of warmth throughout every room. But what is radiant heating? We’ve put together a short list of FAQs that we often receive ... What Is Radiant Heat?
Pros and Cons of In Floor Heating
Winter is fast approaching and you may find yourself considering alternative forms of heat. While conventional forced air heating can get the job done, it leaves much to be desired, especially when it comes to comfort, efficiency, and sustainability. But have you considered an in-floor heating system? You may be surprised to find that they ... Pros and Cons of In Floor Heating
How to Choose a Radiant Floor Heating System
Cosmetic upgrades to a home can feel never-ending. There are so many styles, options, materials, and inspiration that it often leaves homeowners feeling overwhelmed. Similarly, if you’re looking to change or upgrade your homes’ heating system, it’s no longer a straightforward answer of installing a new HVAC system. Changing technology means that homeowners’ can weigh ... How to Choose a Radiant Floor Heating System
What To Know About Radiant Heat Installation
Radiant floor heating can be just the thing to keep your home warm and comfortable, any time of year. In many parts of the country, winter can be brutal, especially with things like snow storms, deep freezes, and big weather pattern changes. However, dealing with harsh cold weather realities should start in your home. Installation ... What To Know About Radiant Heat Installation
Best Flooring Over Hydronic Radiant Heat
If you’re considering upgrading or installing radiant heat into an existing or new build home, it’s important to understand the different types of flooring options. Most homeowners want to consider the best types of flooring over hydronic radiant heat to ensure that it works well with the home for the long-run. Radiant floor heating systems ... Best Flooring Over Hydronic Radiant Heat
2023 Guide to Floor Heating Systems & Radiant Heat
Upgrading your home with energy efficient features can be hugely beneficial for long-term savings, not to mention increasing the value and comfort of the home. Whether you’re undertaking a brand new build or embarking on a renovation, it’s important to consider the benefits of floor heating systems. Is it really a costly luxury? We can ... 2023 Guide to Floor Heating Systems & Radiant Heat
Subfloor for Radiant Heat
Winter comes faster than you think and preparing for extremely low temperatures now can make a world of difference. Homeowners use different types of heating systems. Some of the most common are boilers, heat pumps, and even space heaters. As technology advances, more and more homeowners are looking for and educating themselves on in-floor radiant ... Subfloor for Radiant Heat
Asking an AI about the Health Benefits of Radiant Floor Heating
“What are some of the health and medical benefits of using radiant floor heating in a home?” That was the question about the benefits of radiant heating submitted to both the ChatGPT4 and Bard AI chatbots. And here are the answers, completely unedited. First up, ChatGPT: Radiant floor heating offers several health and medical benefits ... Asking an AI about the Health Benefits of Radiant Floor Heating
Exploring Home Upgrades: Are Heated Floors Safe?
The latest trend in heating starts at your feet. Traditional heating options include furnaces, fireplaces, or gas heaters. Unfortunately, there are plenty of downsides to traditional heating, namely the waste of energy and the uneven heat dispersed through a home. Forced air heating that comes in through HVAC vents usually starts from the ceiling, working ... Exploring Home Upgrades: Are Heated Floors Safe?
Infrared Heat Advantage
How Radiant Floors Conquer the Ceiling Heat Trap Remember learning “heat rises”? Great for hot air balloons, not so much for your home. Forced air systems blast hot air, creating uncomfortable temperature pockets (think chilly downstairs, sweltering upstairs). Plus, that heat escapes out the roof, jacking up your energy bills. When hot air is pumped ... Infrared Heat Advantage
Solving Issues for Uneven Home Heating
Comfort levels in our home are always important, especially during harsh cold winter months. Our heating systems are in high demand when outdoor temperatures start dropping. But raising the temperature in your home to keep your indoor environment pleasant also increases stratification, creating uneven temperatures which can cause discomfort and frustration. Should you crank the ... Solving Issues for Uneven Home Heating
Zoned Comfort: The Radiant Advantage
Imagine a world where bedrooms feel like personalized havens, each at the perfect temperature for its occupant. A cool reading nook awaits in the afternoon sun, while the family room exudes cozy warmth for movie nights. This isn’t a futuristic dream, it’s the reality of radiant heating with zone control. Traditional forced-air systems often confine ... Zoned Comfort: The Radiant Advantage
Homeowner’s Guide to How Radiant Heat Works
One of the most effective ways to heat a home is using radiant floor heating, and there’s a rich history going back thousands of years backed with proven science. Today, radiant heating systems have taken a much more modern approach. Homeowners who are building a new home or remodeling an existing one can reap the ... Homeowner’s Guide to How Radiant Heat Works