Underfloor heating for your home

Radiating floor

When the winter season arrives and even before we have to consider what will be the method that we will use to heat our home, since cold and humidity not only affect us physically but also spoil things at home. That is why we have to think of some of the ways to heat the house.

We currently have many ways to add heating in the home. One of the lesser known but becoming increasingly popular is underfloor heating. That is why we are going to see what the advantages of this soil are and what it exactly consists of, to see if it is the alternative we need.

What is underfloor heating

The underfloor heating is a heating system for the home that consists of plastic tubes through which hot water circulates all over the house. Although we call it flooring because in the vast majority of houses it is placed on the ground, this system can also be placed on walls. The idea of ​​putting it on the ground is more suitable, since the heat tends to rise. In this way we will notice heat on the floor but it will perfectly heat the rooms. This floor is installed under the pavement and a layer of mortar. That is why it is a system that has advantages and disadvantages that must be taken into account.

Advantages of underfloor heating

The underfloor heating is a type of heating that really uses little, since the pipes are thin and carry little amount of water that it also heats up between 36 and 40 degrees, versus 70 or 90 degrees for heaters. This makes it a type of heating that can be maintained even with renewable energy, since it does not consume as much energy as other alternatives. In this sense, it can be said that it is much more ecological and that it is also economical, although when installing it we do spend a little more.

Radiating floor

On the other hand, it offers us the possibility to decorate without taking into account heating elements. With other systems we have to think about how to cover the radiators or where to install a fireplace. In this case it is an installation that is under the floor, which allows you to decorate without worrying about this type of thing. If we have a small room at home it is a great alternative because we will not have to leave space for the heating elements.

The underfloor heating has another advantage that other systems do not have. It is that the water that circulates through the tubes can circulate both at high and low temperatures, so that in summer we can use cold water to cool the environment a bit and enjoy the feeling of freshness. We would have two systems in one.

Another advantage that is always talked about with this type of flooring is that the feeling of comfort is much greater than with other heaters. The heat comes from the ground so that in the feet we will have a sensation of heat, more than in the head, which gives us greater well-being. In addition, it is an ideal type of heating for high ceilings, since the heat is distributed much better and does not accumulate in the upper area.

Disadvantages of underfloor heating

Radiating floor

The main disadvantage of this type of installation is precisely that we must raise the floor and create an installation that it is very expensive if we compare it with other types of systems heating. That is why today there are still few houses that use underfloor heating. It is quite expensive to cover a large house with this floor and carry out the entire installation. However, we must always think that we can also save in the long run with the use of this type of heating, since it uses water that can be heated with renewable energy.

When installing it is necessary always consult a specialist, since it is a system that has a complicated installation that not just anyone can do. In this case, we must look for someone to assure us that they will do a good job, even if the cost is higher. In addition, it must be taken into account that any breakdown would sometimes mean having to lift the floor, so this is also an added expense. In other systems, failures do not require as much cost or specialized personnel.

Why stay with underfloor heating

If we can afford the expense of installing the underfloor heating, it is one of the best alternatives today to have heating at home. This type of flooring gives us a great comfort at home and you also have to take into account savings what is done in the long run, especially if it is combined with some renewable energy such as solar.


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