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Radiant Heat Articles
- Choosing The Right Boiler for Your Radiant
Heating System
Choosing the right boiler is a major consideration when installing a radiant heat system.
For the utmost of efficiency a combination boiler that heats your water as well as your
home is your best bet. Listed here are three of the most superior boilers on the market
today and a brief comparison to help you select the model that best suited to your
needs.
- Tips For Handing Your Radiant Heat
Tubing
When installing a radiant heat system, if the tubing isn’t handled or protected
properly you could create more trouble than it’s worth. From rolling out the tubing
to treatment of the bends, this article covers what you need to do in order to have a
stress free installation.
- Types of Staple-Up Radiant Heating
Systems
For existing homes, a staple-up radiant heat system has become quite popular, but like all
products a staple-up radiant heat system needs to be installed correctly. Listed here are
some additional products to consider that will maximize your heating efficiency and save
you money when heating your home.
- Do's and Don'ts of Radiant
Heating with Hardwood Floors
If you’re installing hardwood flooring in conjunction with a radiant heat system you
need to be absolutely careful in dealing with moisture. There are certain steps to be taken
and materials to use that will ensure a trouble free and long lasting installation.
- Failing to Protect the Tubing
Bends
The tubing in a radiant heat system can quite tricky to work with. Many times a trouble
free installation is plagued by punctures and cracks as the tubing changes direction. in
the radiant tubing.
- Warmboard™ Vs. Staple Up
As people explore the possibility of installing a radiant heat system, many compare a
staple-up radiant heat system to a Warmboard™ system. Both have their advantages and
disadvantages, but this article will give you some pointers on choosing the correct system
for your home.
- Radiant Heating and Radiant Barriers
Radiant barriers have many applications, but are especially useful when installed with a
radiant heat system. Think of them in the same way as you would cooking foil. The
reflective properties of a radiant barrier will reflect the heat towards your living space
and make the heating of your home much more efficient. Here are a few things to consider
when selecting an appropriate radiant barrier…read more.
- Insulating Foundations
Many homeowners forget an important part of heat efficiency – insulating their
foundation. If you have invested in a radiant heat system, you will want to make sure that
you cover all the angles that create a tightly sealed and well-insulated home. Your
foundation may not be adequately protecting you from the outdoor elements? Learn
why…
- Radiant Heat and Foam
Boards
Foam products, such as spray foam and foam boards are an important part of your
home’s energy efficiency. Foam products can be used to block moisture and insects as
well as prevent rot. If you are installing a radiant heat system, these foam products are
important to include – learn why!
- Radiant Heat and Ceramic Floor Tile
Making sure your ceramic floor tile is installed correctly takes a little know-how, however
when combined with a radiant heat system, it can be even more complex. There are certain
materials and procedures that must be done in order for a crack free installation.
- Improperly Testing Your Radiant Heat
System
Directly after installing a radiant heat system you will need to test it to make sure that
it has been set up correctly and will function efficiently. Many installers fail to test
radiant systems properly, which can result in a costly overall. This article will instruct
you on the proper way to test a radiant heat system so you have a trouble free
installation.
- Radiant Heating Cost
Skyrocket
When installing a radiant heat system the size and spacing of your tubing become very
important. With inadequately sized tubing your boiler will need to work overtime in order
to heat your home. To make sure you end up with a cost effective system learn more about
the do’s and don’ts of radiant heat.
- Snow Melting Troubles
A radiant heat snow melting system is becoming a popular way to maintain a clear and easy
to manage walkway or driveway. But as with all products, there are certain considerations
needed to make sure your installation a complete success. This article will start you off
on the right track.
- Radiant Heat and Concrete – Why
proper curing is so important
Many radiant heat systems are embedded within concrete. Yet, when doing a thermal mass
installation, to avoid cracks and shifting, the curing process and conditions need to be
favorable. With a basic understanding of concrete, and what it needs to cure properly, you
will clearly understand the importance of letting your concrete dry at its own pace. Here
are a few tips for you.
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