Radiant Floor
Radiant flooring is growing in popularity and is an excellent choice for its comfort and economy. These systems operate efficiently and effectively at relatively low temperatures common with solar energy systems.
Radiant floors circulates solar hot water through pipes embedded in the floor. There are great advantages, radiant systems are virtually maintenance freelack of dust and allergens common with the typical natural gas /duct systems, the temperature stays very stable, the environment is very comfortable since the floor is never chilly.
Most radiant heating systems rely on a solar thermal panels to heat a boiler which transfers the high temperature to a liquid that is then piped into some heat transfer device, like a baseboard radiators, or radiant floor, wall or ceiling panels. Baseboard radiators and most old fashioned radiators actually work on the principal of convection, whether by the radiators heat air that is then circulated throughout the room by convection.
Radiant floor heating has been refined in Europe for 50 years, but it has only just begun to catch on here in the States over the last decade. They are relatively easy to retrofit into existing buildings and can be easily incorporated into new construction.
Call Sun First at (415) 458-5870 to determine if a radiant system is a sensible option for your home or business.
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