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Warmboard-S installation in Corvallis, Oregon.
Warmboard-S installation in Corvallis, Oregon. #radiantheat #oregon #corvallis #warmboard See more radiant heat projects in North America.
Thermal Mass is outdated. Conductivity is king.
Often times the term “thermal mass” is used when discussing radiant heat. The concept of “thermal mass” originally made sense in the 1960’s and 70’s during the trend of designing passive solar homes. A dark colored pour made of Portland cement, or gypsum concrete, would sit beneath south facing windows and soak up the sun’s ... Thermal Mass is outdated. Conductivity is king.
Parasitic Heat Loss? Learn how the design of a system limits its performance and efficiency
Energy efficiency has always been one of the key reasons for building a home with radiant heat. Given the rapidly escalating cost of energy, the efficiency of radiant has never been more important. One of the downsides to forced-air heating is “parasitic loss” – a term that refers to energy loss due to inherent inefficiencies ... Parasitic Heat Loss? Learn how the design of a system limits its performance and efficiency
Bob Vila on Home Heating and Stratification
Bob Vila on Home Heating and Stratification Traditional forced-air heating systems often create uneven temperatures in multi-story homes, with hot upstairs rooms and cold downstairs areas, due to the way heated air rises and the system cycles on and off. This inefficiency leads to increased energy consumption and higher utility bills, exacerbated by heat loss ... Bob Vila on Home Heating and Stratification
Case Study – Butz & Klug Architects Boston Home
Case Study – Butz & Klug Architects Boston Home A beautiful home featured in Boston Home Magazine features Carlisle Wide Plank Flooring and Warmboard Radiant Heat Read More
A couple photos from a Warmboard-R project in Vancouver.
A couple photos from a Warmboard-R project in Vancouver. Warmboard-R is typically used in remodel/retrofit applications. The panels install directly over existing subfloor or slab. Panels measure 2 x 4′ and are 13/16″ thick. They offer the fastest response, best performance and lowest energy use.
10 years ago, actor and activist Adrian Grenier installed Warmboard in his home in New York. He moved recently and is doing a sustainable remodel of the new property. He chose Warmboard once again.
10 years ago, actor and activist Adrian Grenier installed Warmboard in his home in New York. He moved recently and is doing a sustainable remodel of the new property. He chose Warmboard once again.
Heating a Room with High Ceilings – Bob Vila
Heating a Room with High Ceilings – Bob Vila Since hot air rises, heating a room with high ceilings can be costly. Rather than settling for a chilly space or a huge bill, consider another option. Read More Bob Vila talks about the downsides of forced-air heating, and specifically how that affects comfort ... Heating a Room with High Ceilings – Bob Vila
New ranch home in progress near Brighton, Colorado.
New ranch home in progress near Brighton, Colorado.