HYDRONIC UNDERFLOOR HEATING
Hydronic Underfloor Heating provides significant advantages over a traditional fan forced heating systems.
The system works by circulating low temperature water, normally between 35-55°C, through loops of plastic pipe work which are embedded within the floor structure. This effectively turns the whole floor area into a low surface temperature radiator. Warm water is then distributed to the pipe work laid within the floor from a manifold which is best positioned in a convenient central location such as under the stairs or in a cupboard. The Underfloor Heating system can be installed into most floor types and can be used with most floor coverings.
A fan based system lacks total efficiency as it transfers heat into the room at ceiling level. This results in the floor being the coolest part of the room and leaves a mass of warm air at ceiling level.
Alternatively, an Underfloor Heating system heats a room mainly by radiation. This is considered the most natural and comfortable form of heating – just like the sun.
Radiant energy emitted by the floor is partly reflected by each surface and partly absorbed. Where it is absorbed, that surface becomes a secondary emitter. After a while, all surfaces become secondary emitters. Furnishings themselves radiate energy and the room becomes evenly and uniformly warmed. The energy reaches into every corner of the room – no cold spot, no hot ceilings and no cold feet.
Benefits of Hydronic Underfloor Heating
COMFORT
The system uses radiant heat, the most comfortable form of heating, giving an even distribution of warmth over the whole room.
SPACE
The system is unobtrusive and space saving which means every square metre of floor and wall space can be utilized giving freedom of interior design.
ECONOMY
Underfloor Heating Systems are designed to operate at lower temperatures than fan forced systems. Coupled together with heat pumps, solar or condensing boilers, making it the economical way to heat your home, business or work place.
CONTROL
Unlike Traditional fan forced systems, Underfloor heating allows each room to control the heat source. This reduces energy usage whilst improving comfort levels within the building.
SAFETY
There is no risk of injury from burns due to hot surfaces.
INSTALLATION
Hydronic Underfloor Heating is simple to install when building or renovating, requiring the minimum of installation effort and little maintenance.
ENVIRONMENT
Underfloor heating is suitable for use with the most energy efficient and environmentally friendly heating systems including condensing boilers, solar power and heat pumps.
HEALTH
Hydronic heating is recommended by organisations like Asthma Australia. That’s because hydronic Underfloor Heating systems don’t rely on forced hot air flow. Fan forcing hot air gives dust, pollen, pollutants and other airborne allergens wings. With high levels of these particles circulating, respiratory illness risk is higher. Airborne particles come to rest everywhere. And that means constant cleaning and vigilance to keep those at risk safe and healthy. So to keep a healthy home or work place warm, Hydronic Underfloor Heating is the ideal healthy Heating solution.