Under floor heating is not a new concept as it was first used by the Romans. They understood the benefits of invisible radiant heating. In some European countries it accounts for 70% of new heating installations. Today more and more of us are choosing to either build our own home or improve our existing homes and are using underfloor heating instead of traditional radiators.
An under floor heating system heats mainly by radiation. This is the most natural and comfortable form of heating (just like the sun).
Radiant energy emitted by the floor is partly reflected by each surface and partly absorbed. Where it is absorbed, that surface becomes a secondary emitter. After a while, all surfaces become secondary emitters. Furnishings themselves radiate energy and the room becomes evenly and uniformly warmed. The energy reaches into every corner of the room – no cold spot, no hot ceilings and no cold feet.
Under floor heating also has the benefit of low maintenance with no requirement to have radiators. The heat is concentrated where it is most needed for human comfort and energy efficiency.