Radiant underfloor heating systems offer some of the most efficient and comfortable heating available—but like any mechanical system, they can occasionally need attention. Whether you’re dealing with uneven heating, system pressure loss, or a full zone that won’t warm up, understanding the basics of underfloor heating repair can help you avoid costly service calls and […]
Radiant floor heating has become one of the most desirable home upgrades in recent years—offering silent, energy-efficient comfort that starts from the ground up. Among the available options, electric radiant floor heating stands out as a relatively affordable, low-profile solution for small areas like bathrooms.. But how do you know if it’s the right system […]
ABOUT THE MANY RADIANT PANELS OFFERED BY WARM BROTHERS INC. The Rationale Behind a Diverse Product Line WBI’s commitment to providing comprehensive radiant heating solutions is evident in its diverse product lineup. The company’s product range is designed to address the varying needs of different construction projects, including new builds, remodels, and retrofits. By offering […]
A Geeks Guide To The Radiant Electromagnetic Spectrum While radiant heat can be felt when you are on a radiantly heated floor, it usually can not be heard and can not be seen. This makes it hard to visualize what it really is. In physical terms what is radiant heat? Wonderfully, thermographic cameras help us […]
Snow and ice buildup on driveways is more than just a winter inconvenience—it’s a safety hazard, a liability, and a time-consuming chore. Whether you’re tired of constant shoveling or simply want a safer, maintenance-free surface, a heated driveway is an investment that offers comfort, safety, and long-term value. In this guide, we’ll walk through the […]
A heated bathroom floor is more than just a luxury—it’s one of the most sought-after upgrades in modern remodeling. Nothing says comfort like stepping onto warm tile after a shower, especially during the colder months. Whether you’re building a new home or upgrading an existing space, radiant floor heating in a bathroom can dramatically improve […]
IN SEARCH OF THE IDEAL CONTROLS FOR HOT WATER RADIANT FLOOR HEATING There’s nothing like beautifully calibrated hot water radiant floor heat to bring comfort to your spaces or home. In my mind, the ideal control system for hot water radiant floor heating would have the following features: It could be configured and its parameters […]
In September of 2019, my partner Morgan Muir and I had the privilege of working with former HGTV celebrity Anthony Carrino (Kitchen Cousins, with his real-life cousin) to do a special radiant heat installation deep dive for Season One of their new show on The Build TV. Anthony’s a fun, knowledgeable production professional—not only as […]
“You Can Feel It”: The Unspoken Comfort of Radiant Heat “It is not warm air that makes you comfortable, but warm everything.” — James Cutler, Faia “You can feel it the moment you walk into a room.” — Hilary Mackenzie, AIA “Tell them it’s like the sun indoors.” — John Fantauzzi, Industry Innovator More than […]
This blog is designed, in a commonsense way, to explain how different radiant panel types respond at different rates when charged with warm water. It will explore the applicable uses of different types of hydronic radiant panels and applicability of different controls to each type. Example of a high mass hydronic radiant panel system in […]
Our Company, Warm Brothers Inc. has just introduced a much faster and more convenient insulation solution for installing radiant heat in a concrete slab than was available when I was a young installer. I want to introduce this product to you; explain why you do not want to install it in the old way and […]
How does thermal heat affect your level of comfort? To fully understand the advantages of radiant panel heating, it’s necessary to understand “thermal comfort”. Although most people know when they’re comfortable, few of them know why. “Comfort professionals” need to understand what factors affect thermal comfort and how to create an interior environment that ensures it exists. Floors […]
Tom Tesmar is a legendary pioneer in the introduction of Euro style modern radiant heat to North America. We think Tom says it best. Thermodynamics is not just a good idea….it’s the law. The output of a radiant floor is limited in two ways. First, the maximum surface temperature of a radiant floor is limited to around […]
Cost Effective Installation of Tile Over Radiant Floor Heating Boards This radiant floor heating article is designed to communicate a quality and cost effective method of installing ceramic tile over radiant floor heating board systems. The system shown below is straight forward and avoids using unnecessarily expensive and complex products. Overview of Materials: All materials […]
The Upside of Radiant Heat in Floors Ask almost anyone in the heating trade about radiant panel heating and they’ll probably start describing tubing embedded in floors. Radiant floor heating is by far the biggest part of the radiant panel market. It’s an excellent approach in many projects ranging from residential all the way up […]
Cost Effective Installation of Tile Over Radiant Floor Heating Boards This radiant floor heating article is designed to communicate a quality and cost effective method of installing ceramic tile over radiant floor heating board systems. The system shown below is straight forward and avoids using unnecessarily expensive and complex products. Overview of Materials: All materials […]
I grew up in a house with an addition with radiant floor heating. My mother was a Frank Lloyd Wright fan and so the new wing on our house had radiant floor heating with tubing in concrete covered with a thin cork floor. Frank Lloyd Wright was an early proponent of radiant floor heating. I […]
Article written by Morgan Muir I am writing this article so that architects and builders can learn more about radiant floor heating, and to provide a tool for introducing clients to radiant floor heating, and why they should choose Ecowarm RadiantBoard.
Hydronic Radiant Heat Compared to Forced Air Heating Systems Hydronic systems are inherently more efficient than forced air due to basic physics – water is far superior to air as a material for absorbing heat. Coupled with a low water temperature supply product like Ecowarm you will enjoy the superior comfort of radiant floor heat […]
Article featured on Plumbing & Mechanical Engineer Magazine May Edition Matt Millard, owner of Performance Mechanical in Edgartown, Massachusetts, loves to experiment with new technologies. His career has spanned commercial piping and mechanical and residential heating systems. He currently installs plenty of efficient air-to-air heat pumps but recently wanted to step up to hydronic radiant […]
