Underfloor Heating
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Overview
- Very significant savings are achievable with Underfloor Heating, through the entire floor being heated to 18-20C, rather than a radiator being heated to 65C+. This lower operating temperature is much more efficient and cost-effective.
- In an Underfloor Heating situation, thermostats can be set at 2-3C lower, representing significant additional savings, since every one degree temperature reduction means a significant reduction on a fuel bill.
- An ideal indoor climate is created through an underfloor heating system, with the air temperature being always higher at floor level and decreasing steadily towards the ceiling.
- The high radiant component of underfloor heating, together with the temperature gradient of the heat output, provide a degree of thermal comfort within a well insulated building which far surpasses that of conventional heating.
- Radiant heat is the most direct form of energy, creating the gentle feeling of warmth experienced on a warm, sunny, summer's day.
- Underfloor heating is an ideal means of distributing the lower temperature heat generated by any of the heat pump systems.
Benefits
- More natural and comfortable heat
- Energy savings of up to 40% can be achieved
- No unattractive, intruding radiators
- Full use of floor space
- Any floor covering suitable including wooden floors
- Greater choice regarding furniture placement
- Quiet, cleaner dust-free environment
- Higher moisture content is kinder to skin
- Very suitable for those suffering from circulatory conditions and those with respiratory problems
- Risks from touching or falling against hot, sharp surfaces are minimised
- Heat concentrated exactly where needed
- Suited to installation at every storey level within a building
- Healthier more hygienic, since the warm floors are inhospitable environments for the allergy-causing dust mite
- Full zone and room control to maximise savings and facilitate choice in heat levels within a building.
Considerations
- Underfloor Heating is unlikely to suit older buildings, but is ideal for installation at the construction stage within new buildings.
- In new build situations, underfloor heating has the added advantage of affording greater flexibility regarding both room design and room furnishing.
- Room use, room height and room size will all impact on the underfloor specification. Kellys expertise and advice will ensure your preferences are best met.
- Customers can be assured of a quality product from Roth and a quality service from Kellys.