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1). Failing to Protect the Tubing Bends For decades, in-floor radiant heating systems have been extensively used in Europe. Many people that have chosen a radiant heating system are aware of how comfortable, quiet and cost-effective radiant heat is to operate. Yet, with poor design and installation of a radiant heat system certain areas of your home may be cold, while other... 2). Insulating Foundations Even if your home seems to be tightly sealed and well-insulated, if you have a foundation that’s not insulated properly, you will experience a large loss of heat. Foundation insulation can result in lower heating costs and may help avoid water vapor condensation problems. Poor foundation installation can make below grade ... 3). Radiant Heat and Concrete – Why proper curing is so important To stop concrete from cracking, the first thing to understand about concrete is that it reacts to moisture. The moisture within it creates a chemical reaction that hardens the concrete. Many people believe that once concrete appears lighter in color, with a hard surface that it is dry, but in reality concrete takes at least seven days... 4). Radiant Heating and Radiant Barriers If you have a radiant heat system, radiant barrier foil is an ideal way to maximize your radiant heat efficiency.  Radiant heat is heat that is transmitted from a heat source through space and a radiant barrier is designed to reflect that heat towards your living space. Radiant barriers are made from materials that are po... 5). The Do's and Don'ts of Installing In-floor Radiant Heating System with Hardwood Flooring When considering radiant heat, the reluctance to install hardwood floors over radiant heat systems was from the original technology, launched more than 40 years ago. With radiant heat, to compensate for poor insulation, radiant heat temperatures were higher than normal causing excessive expansion and contraction in hardwood floors, whi... 6). Types of Staple-Up Radiant Heating Systems Under-floor radiant heat is ideal for homeowners that want to take advantage of the clean, even heat of a radiant heat system, but without the additional cost and labor of replacing your entire floors. Under-floor radiant heat systems are installed underneath the current sub floor between the floor joists. This kind of installation is... 7). Warmboard Versa Staple Up Many people are confused over the choice between Warmboard™ and a staple up radiant heating system. This article should help to set you straight. A Warmboard™ system combines a structural subfloor with a complex radiant panel into one straightforward radiant heating system. It’s basically a strong, broad, weather-resistant, 4' X 8' sh...