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Is Coldbuster floor heating cost effective?

What people have to say about Coldbuster efficiency

Due to 1 mm design I could add this as underfloor heating under laminate flooring on concrete in my dental practice. Patients and staff love it, never cold feet any more. And very energy efficient, room temperature can be lower with same comfort

My rug heater is great, cheap to use, and most of all clean, no more dusty air. The cat won’t get off it when it’s on.

There was always a chill in the front of the house and now we only have it set for 17 and there is no longer a chill. I haven’t noticed an increase in energy cost.

This was a very efficient and straightforward transaction with a helpful representative – quick delivery – all good.

Our lounge room has become a very snug enjoyable space where we take our slippers off and warm our bodies. The Coldbuster is an efficient and economical way to heat the room and has replaced our old oil burner. All our visitors have been most impressed with how quickly the Coldbuster warms the lounge room without the addition of an ugly heater or costly fireplace.

Most effective type of heating for the area it is needed for, and to complement other existing heating. Easy to install, nice and warm. Expensive to run. Does exactly what it says on the tin – it keeps my house warm…

Excellent Performance. Simple Installation. Economical and reactive (quick response) heating. Good, but difficult to programme.

Very effective, running costs a little higher than expected. Installed along with new carpets, no installation problems. Have programmable 7-day timer switches, manual switch/thermostat would suit better.

At 280w, heating in my ensuite is both efficient and convenient with the set and forget timer switch. I took great pleasure in throwing out my 2000w fan heater. I also connected my towel heater to the Cold Buster timer so all the heating devices operate together.

Good for local heating under computer desk
Works well (floor mat) – had good feedback from my clients in testing it. Personally, I find it is good, but interestingly it makes my feet feel colder on top (probably the difference in hot and cold between the sole of foot and top of foot). I offer this as a solution to clients as an alternative form of personal heating in office and reception spaces (I am an energy consultant), due to the low running cost and effectiveness of heating the body directly.

Excellent Performance. Simple Installation. Economical and reactive (quick response) heating.

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Insulation Quality: Walls, roof, and floor insulation significantly impact heat retention.

Windows and Doors: Quality and type (double-glazing, seals) affect heat loss and gain

Flooring Material: Different materials (tile, wood, carpet) have varying thermal conductivity.

Subfloor Insulation: Insulating beneath the heating elements reduces heat loss to the ground.

Heating System Design: Layout, spacing, and type of heating elements influence heat distribution.

Room Size and Shape: Larger and irregularly shaped rooms require more energy to heat uniformly.

Ceiling Height: Higher ceilings may need more energy for effective heating.

Furniture Placement: Large furniture can obstruct heat distribution.

Outdoor Temperature: Colder external temperatures require more energy to maintain indoor warmth.

Sunlight Exposure: Rooms with more sunlight can benefit from passive solar heating.

Thermostat Settings: Desired temperature settings and how often they are adjusted.

Occupancy Patterns: Frequency and duration of room use affect heating requirements.

Air Leakage: Drafts from poorly sealed windows/doors and other gaps.

Ventilation System: Mechanical ventilation and air exchange rates impact temperature stability.

Energy Source: The efficiency and cost of the electricity used for heating.

System Efficiency: The efficiency rating of the electric floor heating system.

Thermostat Type: Programmable, smart thermostats can optimize heating schedules.

Zoning: Ability to control heating in different zones/rooms independently.

Supplementary Heating: Use of additional heaters or fireplaces can affect overall temperature.

Room size (compared to heater size)

Insulation/ventilation

Floor substrate

Window Areas and Aspects

Ceiling height

These are some of the factors that may influence the temperature in your home.

Coldbuster will guide you based on our experience so you can achieve an efficient and comfortable heating system in your home with Coldbuster electric floor heating.