Post by Christopher on Dec 1, 2009 11:13:24 GMT -6
How long does a radiant house take to heat up from a cold start?
Most radiant floor heat systems will take about a day to come up to full temperature.
The reason for this is due to how the radiant heating system stores energy. Before a radiant floor can emit heat into a space, it first has to raise the floor temperature. Depending on your floor construction and the initial floor temperature, this start up time could be anywhere from a few hours to a few days.
For example, slab on grade floors will see the largest start up time, mainly because they have the greatest mass.
What type of maintenance is required for my radiant heating system?
Most maintenance centers on the pumps and boilers.
For the most part, the pumps used today are maintenance free. They use water to lubricate the bearings, which allow for more quiet, efficient life span. In general, these pumps have an estimated life span of 10 years.
Most boiler installers will offer a yearly maintenance package, which includes cleaning and general up-keep. Different boiler types will require different maintenance.
What type of floor coverings can be used over a radiant heat system?
Most floor coverings can be used over a hydronic heating system, keeping in mind that the system is designed for that particular covering.
Tile is the most efficient, since it is the most conductive. Hardwoods come next, and then carpeting. Even vinyl or linoleum can be used. Typically the only design variance between these floor coverings is supply temperature.
Most radiant floor heat systems will take about a day to come up to full temperature.
The reason for this is due to how the radiant heating system stores energy. Before a radiant floor can emit heat into a space, it first has to raise the floor temperature. Depending on your floor construction and the initial floor temperature, this start up time could be anywhere from a few hours to a few days.
For example, slab on grade floors will see the largest start up time, mainly because they have the greatest mass.
What type of maintenance is required for my radiant heating system?
Most maintenance centers on the pumps and boilers.
For the most part, the pumps used today are maintenance free. They use water to lubricate the bearings, which allow for more quiet, efficient life span. In general, these pumps have an estimated life span of 10 years.
Most boiler installers will offer a yearly maintenance package, which includes cleaning and general up-keep. Different boiler types will require different maintenance.
What type of floor coverings can be used over a radiant heat system?
Most floor coverings can be used over a hydronic heating system, keeping in mind that the system is designed for that particular covering.
Tile is the most efficient, since it is the most conductive. Hardwoods come next, and then carpeting. Even vinyl or linoleum can be used. Typically the only design variance between these floor coverings is supply temperature.