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Radiant Floor Heating as a Key to a New Build's or DIY Project's Success

Radiant floor heating is one of the most versatile forms of domestic heating available to professional and DIY enthusiast alike. Today's technology has made radiant floor heating affordable and easy to fit in almost any situation imaginable: from bathroom to paths, radiant floor heating can be the practical and affordable solution.

Radiant floor heating systems are ideal for large open areas and are substantially more effective than traditional radiators which heat the periphery of a space and rely upon convection currents to spread warmth. Because heat is emitted by every sq mtr of floor space, hot and cold spots are eliminated and droughts caused by air currents significantly reduced. Consider the floor space available and the room layout - how close will the nearest radiator be situated. If the room is too big will there be cold spots? Radiant floor heating may be the solution or form part of a composite solution.

Systems are also eminently suitable for situations where available wall space is at a premium. For bathrooms and kitchens etc where domestic appliances and cupboards rightly have priority for wall space over radiators, underfloor heating systems can provide the warmth whilst freeing wall space for the essential conveniences of modern life. Also consider the flooring material - stone and tiles can be practical, but can be cold and detract from the comfort of the room.

Radiant floor heating is, of course, not a panacea for heating but it is adaptable and easy to install either in a new build or as part of a retrofit DIY project.