“Radiant systems run beneath the floor,” says Ross McCord, creative/brand manager for Warmboard, manufacturer of hydronic radiant floor heating panels. “The floor heats up and releases that ...

Radiant heating systems generally come in three options: air-source, electric, and hydronic, each offering its own unique benefits and niche uses. This article will examine those benefits and explore ...

“A hydronic radiant floor-heating system must be specially designed for each house, but minimally, you want at least one linear foot of tubing per square footage in the home,” he said. “When ...

In addition to the air-quality benefits, hydronic radiant floor heating systems do not require ductwork, so it provides greater architectural freedom for building design, including expansive ceilings ...

We ended last month's column (p. 36) having looked at the individual wire core circuit type of electric radiant heating system. I failed to mention that although this product was intended for use as a ...

The actual installation of radiant floor heating will cost you about $6-15 per square foot. Price varies according to which type of system you choose -- hydronic or electric.

I am a homeowner working on a renovation of a house and preparing the radiant heat system. I have spoke with two contractors and the two offer completely different approaches. The two have been well ...

Radiant heat systems, whether electrical or hydronic, can be placed in wall sections but are most commonly used in floor applications. Radiant layouts can be retrofit under flooring where the ...

“A hydronic radiant floor-heating system must be specially designed for each house, but minimally, you want at least one linear foot of tubing per square footage in the home,” he says.

Hydronic radiant floor heating is quiet. The water running through the tubing in the floors silently distributes warmth throughout a space without any noise. The mechanical-room parts, such as a ...