What is In-Floor & In-Slab Heating?
In-floor heating, also known as in-slab, radiant heating, or in-screed heating, offers more benefits as a hydronic heating system over other alternatives. In summary, in-floor heating is the process by which heat is dispersed through various pipes installed beneath your home’s floor, typically prior to the house being built.
In-Slab Heating Process
Hydronic slab heating is an energy efficient and cost effective form of in-home heating, where the pipes that carry heated water are typically laid during the time of the home being built. With this in mind, in-floor heating installation consists of laying down heating coils or water-insulated tubing beneath the desired area’s flooring. Its method includes heating water with a gas boiler, which is then distributed through concrete flooring in an upwards cycle. This allows for an even, regulated heat temperature throughout the home while eliminating any form of forced air similar to regular ducted heating. Hydronic in slab heating is the perfect heating solution for large open spaces such as dining, living and kitchen areas with a concrete slab beneath them.
In-floor heating is an effective method of heating a home as the upwards cycle of heat from the floor helps to ensure that it warms every area and surface within the vicinity of which the heating is located. Radiant heating shows beneficial properties particularly for those who suffer from asthma or asthmatic symptoms, simply by removing the factor of air ducts from your home, you also remove a key source and distributor of dust particles. To learn more about how your home heating system can impact your asthma, read our blog about about it – here.
At Hydrotherm Hydronic, we offer in-floor heating installation for new build and pre-built homes. Get in touch for a quote at [email protected], or speak to one of our experts on (03) 9464 4622 today!
