In the heating of homes or rooms, there is a difference between heating the air or increasing the comfort. In newly renovated homes or in new buildings, the level of insulation is such that heating is only becoming a question of topping up on the heat losses and that is where comfort heating starts becoming attractive.
Comfort heating focusses on providing warmth and maintaining a pleasant indoor environment. The goal is to create a cozy and consistent temperature that ensures comfort for the occupants. Radiant heat, which is similar to the sun’s warmth, plays a key role in comfort heating systems.
Electric underfloor heating, by its position in the floor construction, makes it possible to guarantee this comfortable warm feeling without needing to use unwanted energy when the room is not occupied. It is exactly this positioning of the electric underfloor heating (very close to the floor covering and with an insulation layer under the heat source) that makes this heating system so efficient and flexible. In an electric underfloor heating system, each room is equipped with a thermostat. The speed at which the heating is reacting, makes it possible to reduce the comfort temperature to its setback temperature when the room is not occupied. So choosing for smart thermostats (making it possible to detect presence in the room) means choosing for a system that guarantees low energy consumption.
The advantages of comfort heating through electric underfloor heating are:
- Energy efficiency
- Unlike radiators that heat the air, underfloor heating systems distribute heat evenly across the floor, making it possible to feel comfort at lower temperature
- The radiant property of the heating, makes it possible to reduce the target temperature even more
- Unlike hydronic systems, that let water flow in pipes under the floor, the electric variant, is made of thin cable or mats, and needs to heat way less mass resulting in a more efficient and controllable heat
- Space saving
- The heating is coming from the floor, so there are no radiators to accommodate
- Comfort through even distribution of the heat
- Radiant heat from underfloor systems ensures a consistently warm environment
- Unlike forced air heating, which can lead to fluctuating temperatures and drafts, underfloor heating provides even warmth from the ground up
- Health benefits
- Electric underfloor heating minimizes air movement, reducing the circulation of dust and allergens.
- It’s a healthier choice, especially for individuals with respiratory issues.
- Environmental Friendliness
- Electric underfloor heating often uses less energy and reduces carbon emissions compared to traditional methods.
- It’s compatible with solar panels and other renewable energy sources, contributing to a greener home
- Increased property value
- Installing electric underfloor heating can significantly enhance the value of your property, making it an attractive feature for potential buyers.
Choosing for electric underfloor heating is choosing for flexible and energy efficient comfort heating.
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