In winter, floor heating and air conditioning can be said to be a must-have artifact for every household.
Among them, floor heating can be described as people's "favorite", many people decorate, the first choice is to install floor heating.
However, with the development of the times, floor heating seems to have gradually withdrawn from people's sight.
In fact, this is inseparable from the floor heating itself.
Installation costs
With the arrival of winter, many families have started to use underfloor heating to stay warm and enjoy the comfort it brings.
We can't deny that underfloor heating has a number of distinct advantages.
It can dissipate heat through ground radiation, so that the indoor temperature is evenly distributed.
Not only that, the operation noise of floor heating is extremely low, it will not affect the rest of the family, and its service life is more than 50 years, which is more economical and durable than other heating equipment.
However, despite the many advantages of underfloor heating, many homes are shy away from it due to its difficulty in repairing.
It is important to know that although the probability of a floor heating pipe rupturing is very small, once it happens, the repair process will be very cumbersome.
For example, when refitting underfloor heating or interior decoration, if the underfloor heating backfill is not dealt with in time, or the work of chiseling and nailing on the ground may lead to damage to the underfloor heating pipes.
Not only does this require the ground to be removed for restoration, but it can also incur high repair costs.
Besides, the maintenance of underfloor heating is also an issue that cannot be ignored.
After long-term use, the floor heating pipes may be blocked, resulting in air accumulation and affecting the heating effect.
In order to keep the underfloor heating functioning properly, users need to maintain the underfloor heating regularly, but this means that they need to pay a certain maintenance fee every year.
However, many users do not have the ability to clean the floor heating by themselves, so they must hire professionals to provide door-to-door service, which undoubtedly adds additional expenses.
Due to the various troubles caused by floor heating maintenance, many users are often hesitant to worry about the damage of floor heating when faced with the decision of whether to install floor heating, which further weakens the competitiveness of floor heating in the market.
Faced with these problems, many families are hesitant to choose whether or not to install underfloor heating.
Not only that, but some people say that after turning on the floor heating, the indoor air in the home is dry and the accompanying dust is very obvious.
After the underfloor heating is turned on, the problem of household dust cannot be ignored
It is important to know that floor heating is to dissipate heat through the ground and use the downdraft to transfer heat to the indoor space, which has a unique characteristic, that is, the way the air flows changes.
However, this downdraft can cause the indoor air to gradually become drier, which can cause a number of problems.
When the air is dry, the dust tends to become lighter and float in the air, especially the underfloor heating can also cause dust to rise up on the ground and under the floor, making the indoor dust problem even worse.
The fact that cleaning tools such as robot vacuums and washing machines also collect more dust during the cleaning process also confirms this problem.
This is not only because underfloor heating makes it easier for dust to float, but also because the heat from underfloor heating can bring up dust under the floor, making household cleaning more difficult.
For example, some of the dust problems that could have been solved by opening windows for ventilation may require more frequent and thorough cleaning under the influence of underfloor heating.
Not only that, but underfloor heating can also trigger the so-called "house dust" phenomenon.
Since we can see noticeable dust when sunlight hits the home, this indicates that the use of underfloor heating does exacerbate the dust problem in the home.
What's more, this flying dust poses a potential risk to human health.
Dry air and dust can cause respiratory diseases such as asthma and allergic rhinitis, and prolonged inhalation of these dusts can also have adverse effects on other organs such as the lungs.
To combat this, there are a few things we can do to improve indoor air quality.
For example, clean regularly, especially during underfloor heating, install air purifiers and humidifiers to keep indoor air moist, and minimize window openings during the winter months to reduce the ingress of outdoor dust.
Although floor heating has brought people a comfortable heating experience, it has also brought the problem of household dust, so people have gradually begun to stop installing floor heating.
It occupies the floor height of the house, making the house look very oppressive
For many homes, underfloor heating is an ideal way to heat your home because it provides even and comfortable warmth.
However, there is one key factor that must be taken into account before choosing underfloor heating – floor height.
It is important to know that the installation of underfloor heating will undoubtedly affect the floor height of the house, which in turn will affect the comfort of living.
The various components of a floor heating system require a certain amount of space to complete their function, and this includes anti-corrosion materials, reflective films, reinforcing mesh, heating lines, and backfill concrete.
The total thickness of these materials can vary from a few centimeters to a dozen centimeters, depending on the specific installation method and the type of material chosen.
For example, a typical water underfloor heating system may require at least 10 centimeters of space, and such an increase in space will not only affect the visual layout of the room, but may also limit the placement of furniture and human movement.
Ceiling height has a significant impact on people's emotions and psychology, a spacious interior space can be relaxing and pleasant, while a low space can be oppressive and uncomfortable.
Compared to other functional areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, etc., living rooms and bedrooms often require sufficient ceiling height to provide a comfortable environment.
When the ceiling height is limited, there can be some practical distress.
For example, a low ceiling height can make it difficult to walk, restrict furniture placement, and make small homes more crowded, all of which can affect the convenience of everyday life and the comfort of living.
In order to cope with the problem of low floors caused by underfloor heating, it is actually possible to consider using non-traditional heating systems, such as radiators, and it is also a feasible solution to maximize the use of limited space through innovative design.
For example, you can use a high-end wall cabinet or wall-mounted storage solution, or incorporate open storage into your overall décor.
Although underfloor heating has many advantages, such as saving space and improving comfort, its impact on floor height cannot be ignored.
When choosing underfloor heating, we need to comprehensively consider the actual situation of the house, weigh the pros and cons, and make the most suitable choice for ourselves.
The emergence of new heating alternatives
In this era of rapid change, technological evolution and market response are undoubtedly key factors in measuring the life cycle of any product.
In recent years, the heating field on the market is simply a "fairy fight", and major businesses have launched a new heating system, which has gradually weakened the selectivity of floor heating.
For example, the advent of air source heat pump technology has revolutionized the heating industry.
This technology not only has higher energy efficiency but also has a much lower environmental impact by absorbing heat energy from the outside air.
This undoubtedly poses a direct challenge to the traditional floor heating market, forcing the relevant manufacturers to continuously innovate and upgrade their products and services.
Not only that, but the application of solar heating systems is becoming more and more extensive.
As a clean and renewable energy source, the use of solar energy shows great potential in the field of heating.
Solar heating systems are not only environmentally friendly, but also significantly reduce energy bills in the long run, a trend that will undoubtedly bring new growth points to the heating industry.
With the rise of the Internet of Things and smart homes, intelligent control heating systems are also beginning to emerge, allowing users to remotely control the heating system to optimize energy use and improve the comfort of life.
This intelligent, personalized heating solution will undoubtedly meet the higher needs of modern consumers.
And the baseboard radiator, also known as the baseboard heating radiator, is also an innovative heating system.
Compared with traditional radiators, baseboard radiators not only have excellent heating performance, but also echo people's needs for home aesthetics and ease of use.
This heating system blends harmoniously into the home décor and does not require construction and alteration of the floor, avoiding the additional costs and hassles of structural damage and large-scale renovations.
In terms of indoor temperature, the baseboard radiator has the characteristics of rapid heating, and users can adjust the heating temperature according to actual needs to achieve a balance between comfort and energy saving.
Not only that, but the way the baseboard radiators are installed is also unique.
It is installed around the baseboard of the room, occupying the horizontal space of the wall without causing large areas of obscuration, which has the dual advantages of aesthetics and practicality.
Especially for those families who have a certain requirement for the perfect pursuit of decoration style and furniture placement, the baseboard radiator has become an ideal heating choice for people with its harmony with the decoration and decoration.
What's more, the functional upgrade of the baseboard radiator makes it a heating method in line with the trend of modern smart homes.
It can be said that with the improvement of public environmental awareness, people have put forward higher requirements for the environmental performance of heating systems, which has prompted heating equipment manufacturers to continuously optimize their products to reduce carbon emissions and meet more stringent energy efficiency standards set by governments and related agencies.
The implementation of these standards will further promote the development of the heating industry in the direction of more efficient and energy-saving.
Although traditional underfloor heating systems still have a place in the market, with the advancement of technology and the evolution of consumer needs, new heating solutions such as air source heat pumps, solar heating systems and intelligent control heating systems are gradually changing the landscape of the industry.
The development of floor heating systems, from the initial rise to the current change, reflects the continuous evolution of market demand, technological progress and consumer perception.
True warmth is not only the warmth under our feet, but also requires us to think deeply about our future lifestyle.