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Is radiant flooring an option if you have an existing concrete floor?
Radiant flooring is an option if one has an existing concrete floor. The radiant flooring system is installed underneath the concrete floor to heat the concrete.
How can one install radiant floor?
There are different methods of installing radiant flooring depending on whether you prefer under floor radiant heat or an above floor system. There are many videos on YouTube that can help with your installation either way.
What type of floor is best for heat insulation?
Polystyrene or Heated flooring
What kind of floorings can go over radiant heat?
The floor you can install on top of the radiant heat is Tile and hardwood floor.
Does radiant floor heating work as well as radiant ceiling heating?
The answer is no. Radiant ceiling heating does not work as well as radiant floor heating in that heat rises so having heat in the ceiling will not be as efficient as heating in the floor.
Why is radiant floor heating better then central heat?
Radiant floor heat is considered by many to be better than central heat because it is much better for our environment. Another reason is that is cost less to heat your house using radiant floor heat than central heating.
What is the best way to heat your house?
Garn WHS with radiant floor heating. simple, effective, economical.
Can radiant floor heat alone is enough heat too heat up a house by itsself?
it depends of your house. if it has more than one floor then it might not. it also depends on how many rooms has radiant floor
What type of flooring is 2nd best over radiant floor heat?
What is best? Well, it is a fit between efficiency and comfort.You can cover a radiant floor with practically anything, but generally less is more.Bare concrete will transfer heat at the lowest design water temperature,followed by vinyl, tile, engineered wood, marble, engineered bamboo, oak, maple, thin carpet and pad and cork in typical installed thicknesses.Low design temperatures mean lower fuel bills, especially when a condensing boiler is used as the heat source.Most suppliers will have an R value for their product which is a critical design detail that must be determined before starting any radiant floor design.
What is radiant heat, how is it made, and where does it come from?
Radiant heat is wonderful. It takes heat from an energy source--such as electrical coils in a ceiling--and warms the surrounding area gently. In the case of ceiling radiant heat, the warmth gradually spreads through the room. Radiant heating in a floor is a better choice because heat rises.
DIY Electric Radiant Heat Flooring?
Choosing electric radiant heat flooring can be a convenient and cost-effective way to heat your home. Many flooring systems are now available that homeowners can install themselves. Here are a few pointers on these systems and their advantages. Most electric radiant heat flooring systems are designed to be laid onto the subfloor. This is done in one of two ways: laying a pattern of loose wire over the floor held in place with tiny clips, or laying a plastic or rubber mat or mesh with the wire embedded in it over the floor. Loose-wire installation is good for areas that have odd shapes or curved walls. Installing mats is much easier and similar to laying vinyl floor tiles. Loose-wire electric flooring is further held in place with lightweight concrete or self-leveling compound. Electric mat flooring is laid on a layer of thin set or stapled to the subfloor. In most cases, electric mats are covered with thin set or self-leveling compound to provide a smooth surface for your floor covering. Also, subfloors must be insulated to prevent the electric heat from moving downward rather than up into the room. Concrete subfloors will need an underlayment of cork or insulation board. Some mat systems come with a special layer of aluminum that reflects the heat upward. Although almost any floor covering can be used with electric radiant heat, ceramic tile or other “stone-like” materials are recommended. Ceramic tile stores heat longer and can heat a room more evenly. Wood laminate and engineered flooring can be used but the manufacturer’s specifications for maximum temperature must be followed strictly in order to prevent warping and preserve the warranty. Carpeting and hardwood flooring are also possible but the thicker these materials are the more they act as insulation trapping heat in the subfloor. Although radiant floor heating is not the perfect heating solution in areas where electricity rates are highest, it is generally no more expensive than leaving your lights on all day for six months out of the year. With its low-cost installation and nearly-zero maintenance, electric radiant heat flooring can provide you with warmth and comfort for the life of your home.
Do you need oxygen barrier pex for in floor radiant heat?
hahahahahahahha, yes
