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The Radiant Heating Blog

Expert guides, system comparisons, and installation know-how on hydronic radiant floor heating, from the people who engineer the panels.

Insulation Under Floorboards
Energy & Operating Strategy

Insulation Under Floorboards: The Key to Warmer Floors and Lower Energy Bills

Floorboard Insulation: Keep Floors Warm and Cut Energy Costs When your home’s floors feel cold underfoot, even with the heat running, it’s a clear sign that...

radiant vs convection heater
System Comparisons

Radiant vs. Convection Heating: Which Is Better for Your Home?

Which Heating Works Better for Homes: Radiant or Convection? When it comes to heating your home, two common options are radiant floors and convection heaters. Both...

Insulate concrete floor from cold
Concrete

How to Insulate a Concrete Floor from the Cold

Best Ways to Keep a Concrete Floor Warm and Insulated Cold concrete floors can make any space feel unwelcoming, whether it’s a basement, garage conversion, or...

How Long Should It Take To Heat A House By 2 Degrees
Radiant Heating Basics

How Long Should It Take To Heat A House By 2 Degrees

What Affects How Fast a House Heats Up? Raising the temperature in your home by just 2 degrees might sound simple, but how long it takes...

Troubleshooting & Repair

PREVENTING, TROUBLE SHOOTING AND FIXING THE RARE PROBLEMS OF RADIANT FLOOR HEATING

How to Prevent and Fix Rare Radiant Floor Heating Problems Radiant underfloor heating systems offer some of the most efficient and comfortable heating available—Major problems are...

basement heating options
Applications

Basement Heating Options: How to Choose the Right System for Comfort and Efficiency

Choosing the Best Basement Heating System for Comfort and Efficiency Basements are notoriously cold, especially during the fall and winter months. Whether you're finishing a basement...

underfloor insulation for wooden floors
Radiant Heating Basics

Underfloor Insulation for Wooden Floors: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right

When it comes to energy efficiency and home comfort, underfloor insulation for wooden floors is one of the most overlooked upgrades. Whether you’re installing radiant heating,...

Hydronic Systems

Is Ecowarm Worth It? Don’t Confuse Our Hydronic Radiant Panels with Electric Plug-In Heaters

If you've searched for “Ecowarm” online recently, you may have noticed some confusing results. There’s a growing number of reviews and listings about a small electric...

Hydronic Systems

What Is Water Underfloor Heating? Everything You Need to Know

Water underfloor heating, also known as hydronic radiant floor heating, is one of the most energy-efficient and comfortable ways to heat a home. Unlike forced air...