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Coldbuster DIY underfloor heating systems are designed to be used in all areas of your home to provide you comfort underfoot. Whether you are building a new home or simply renovating or extending an existing property, Coldbuster floor heating can help design a floor heating system to suit your needs.
Coldbuster floor heating is suited for:
Coldbuster floor heating can be used on:
Coldbuster floor heating can be installed under just about any new floor finish available on the market today:
Coldbuster DIY in floor heating is classified as an appliance and can be installed by any competent person. Once your heater is installed, simply call your electrician to connect the heater & thermostat to a RCD (safety switch) protected circuit. It really is that simple.
To find out more about how Coldbuster DIY floor heating can be used in your home, send us your floor plans. We use these drawings to plan and create a floor heating system for your home heating needs. We will provide you with a comprehensive floor heating layout and quote completely FREE of charge.
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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.
