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Feeling the wrong temperature at the wrong time of the day from your radiant system? It’s called “overshoot.”
It’s a common issue with high mass systems. They produce too little heat in the morning, so you turn up the heat. As the day warms, and the interior of your house gets too warm, you turn the heat off – but the high mass continues to produce heat for several hours. The only solution ... Feeling the wrong temperature at the wrong time of the day from your radiant system? It’s called “overshoot.”
Energy savings features on thermostats don’t work with radiant heat. Except when they do.
In many states, programmable (set back) thermostats are required to allow for energy savings at night when you are sleeping. But this is a problem with high mass radiant systems because it takes too many hours to reduce their heat output. Fast response Warmboard works quite well with night time set back, saving additional energy ... Energy savings features on thermostats don’t work with radiant heat. Except when they do.
Our nation’s capitol has no shortage of incredible homes. Take a look at some of Warmboard’s projects in Washington D.C.
Our nation’s capitol has no shortage of incredible homes. Take a look at some of Warmboard’s projects in Washington D.C.
I’m using warmboard and for our new home build in Salt Lake City but wanted to put off finished flirting for sometime after move in.
I’m using warmboard and for our new home build in Salt Lake City but wanted to put off finished flirting for sometime after move in. Since it’s not bare wood will the inspector sign off on the occupancy permit with just warmboard R installed? Thanks Every jurisdiction does things a bit differently. And each area ... I’m using warmboard and for our new home build in Salt Lake City but wanted to put off finished flirting for sometime after move in.
America’s oldest state, Virginia, has given Warmboard some incredible projects, with incredible results.
America’s oldest state, Virginia, has given Warmboard some incredible projects, with incredible results.
Why is Warmboard only available with 12″ tubing spacing? We’ll tell you.
It’s a question we hear often, and it generally comes from those accustomed to using thin slab systems. This type of radiant heat often requires tubing to be installed every 6 inches (or closer) in order to provide sufficient heat. Warmboard is able to use tubing every 12 inches because of our superior conductivity. In fact, ... Why is Warmboard only available with 12″ tubing spacing? We’ll tell you.
I live in Penticton British Columbia, Canada. Do you have professionals that you know that can advise and install Warmboard in my area?
I live in Penticton British Columbia, Canada. Do you have professionals that you know that can advise and install Warmboard in my area? Absolutely. You can reach out to Mike Ellis who is based in BC. His number is 604.302.0157. Or email mellis [at] warmboard.com. You can also call our main office in California 1.877.338.5493 and be ... I live in Penticton British Columbia, Canada. Do you have professionals that you know that can advise and install Warmboard in my area?
Take a look at some of our projects in the glorious state of North Carolina.
Take a look at some of our projects in the glorious state of North Carolina.
High Mass versus Low Mass in a Radiant System
Slab heating systems Limitations In the past, radiant heat had a good reputation for comfort once the floor reached the correct temperature. But the high mass systems which were common in the 1950’s took many hours (or days) to reach the correct temperature. Given a blank sheet of paper, no engineer familiar with the laws ... High Mass versus Low Mass in a Radiant System
Here’s a small batch of photos from projects in New Hampshire.
Here’s a small batch of photos from projects in New Hampshire.
Conductivity is king. Thermal Mass is outdated
Imagine stepping into a sun-drenched room, the warmth radiating from the floor beneath your feet even as the golden light fades through the window. This feeling of cozy comfort, lingering long after the sun has set, is the magic of thermal mass in action. The term “thermal mass” is often used when discussing radiant heat. ... Conductivity is king. Thermal Mass is outdated
Looking for a rural or coastal oasis? Maybe some of our projects from the great Connecticut will inspire you!
Looking for a rural or coastal oasis? Maybe some of our projects from the great Connecticut will inspire you!
Warmboard in Brownstone Applications
Warmboard radiant panels are ideal for use in a Brownstone, offering numerous benefits to the architect, builder and homeowner. When renovating or retrofitting a Brownstone, there are a few factors to consider when upgrading the heating system. Adding Warmboard to your Brownstone project not only solves structural and logistical problems, it creates the most comfortable ... Warmboard in Brownstone Applications
How to manage Sound Attenuation with Warmboard
Sound attenuation may required to attain code ratings or to mitigate sound issues for a client. The best practice in residential, multi-family and light commercial applications is to have the floor/ceiling assembly evaluated by one of several testing methods. Common methods of testing include field or lab testing, software modeling and estimating. Each method offers ... How to manage Sound Attenuation with Warmboard