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Radiant Heat: An Innovative Option for Warmth
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Author: Olivia Rodriguez Radiant heat is an innovative, economical, energy-efficient, healthful way to provide heat to your home. With winter upon us and temperatures dropping, stepping on a cold floor is almost more painful than crawling out of bed in the morning. One solution becoming more popular is radiant heat. It is an innovative, economical, energy-efficient, healthful way to provide heat to your home. Radiant heat is simply a heating system placed underneath the floor. There are two types of radiant heat: electrical or hydronic. Both systems have a web of tubing under the floor, but each are heated in different ways. Electric systems obviously use electricity, and resemble thin electric blankets set into the floor. These are ideal for small spaces as they are easier to install. Hydronic radiant heat uses hot water to heat the water inside the network of tubes. A hot water heater or even solar power can be used to heat the water. Regardless of how the tubes are heated, the system is then topped with about two to four inches of concrete. The concrete then conducts the heat via the floor into the room. Other flooring can be placed on top of this concrete, but the benefit of this kind of heating system is that the concrete can be ready to be treated as is. Rather than install other kinds of expensive flooring, you can simply treat the concrete with the endless decorative options available. Ideal for basements, kitchens, or even bathrooms, concrete is more and more common as a durable, affordable, customizable option for flooring. Staining techniques are becoming more advanced producing beautiful results comparable to marble or wood flooring. Stamped concrete is another unique finish. But, the best part about a concrete floor is that it is ideal for radiant heat. While preventing you from installing expensive flooring, radiant heat will also save you money on your electricity bill. Older homes will sometimes still have vents on the floor, because as we all know, heat rises. Newer homes however, will have vents on the walls or more often, on the ceiling. This means it takes a lot more energy to create enough warm air to heat a room. Radiant heat will warm the space from the ground up, saving energy (and money!). Radiant heat is also a more health friendly than traditional heating systems. Even when filters are in tip top shape, normal heaters still circulate dust and other allergens. Those with allergies, or anyone interested in cleaner air, may wish to consider this type of heating option. While there are some do-it-yourself systems available, it's best to consult a concrete contractor about radiant heat installation. Whether you are working on a new construction project or a re-model, a professional can offer the kind of expert advice necessary about which method is best for your needs, spacing and installation challenges, zoning issues, and more. Whether you choose an electrical system or a hydronic system, radiant heat is a unique, economical heating option. A radiant heat system will heat your home from the ground up, providing a treat for your feet, and ultimately your wallet.
Helen Walker. ConcreteIdeas.com - find and compare experienced concrete contractors in your area.
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