If it sits over a cement floor, then no. If it is a nailed down floor, then you can, but you still have to install a cement board.
Absolutely, but you have to be aware that it will raise your floor level and you might have a problem with door jambs and levels of flooring from one from room to another.
Garn WHS with radiant floor heating. simple, effective, economical.
Yes, it must be a glue down wood or a floating wood floor.
To install hardwood, first you need a bare floor, then you install the lined paper barrier, then you nail in the hardwood strips, sand it down, and then add a finish such as poly.
The floor you can install on top of the radiant heat is Tile and hardwood floor.
Radiant flooring is an option if one has an existing concrete floor. The radiant flooring system is installed underneath the concrete floor to heat the concrete.
To effectively install radiant heat under a wood floor for optimal warmth and comfort in your home, you should first ensure proper insulation and choose the right type of radiant heating system. Next, install the radiant heating system according to manufacturer instructions, making sure to evenly distribute the heat. Finally, cover the system with a suitable underlayment and install the wood flooring on top. Regular maintenance and monitoring of the system will help ensure its efficiency and longevity.
To effectively install radiant floor heating under hardwood flooring, follow these steps: Consult with a professional to determine the best system for your space. Prepare the subfloor by ensuring it is clean and level. Install the radiant heating system according to manufacturer instructions. Test the system before laying the hardwood flooring. Lay the hardwood flooring over the radiant heating system, leaving expansion gaps. Monitor the system regularly to ensure proper functioning.
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The answer is no. Radiant ceiling heating does not work as well as radiant floor heating in that heat rises so having heat in the ceiling will not be as efficient as heating in the floor.
One disadvantage of radiant heating is that it can be more expensive to install compared to traditional heating systems.
it depends of your house. if it has more than one floor then it might not. it also depends on how many rooms has radiant floor
A disadvantage of radiant heating is that they can be expensive to operate. Another disadvantage is that the space that is using radiant heating can become overheated if a thermostat is not used.
The Energy government website has a very thorough article on what radiant heating systems are as well as their advantages. Garden Web has a page of customer reviews for various floor heating sytems.
One can find reviews on hydronic radiant floor heating from these sources: Building Green, Department of Energy, Green Building Advisor, Scientific American, Old House Web, House Needs, Back Woods Home.
Radiant floor heating is an excellent choice for bathrooms. It creates more of a spa environment. They are cost efficient and have thermostat control.