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Consider installing roof deicing when you re-shingle

For Minnesota, the winter of 2011-2012 was nothing like the winter of 2010-2011. Winter temperatures were above normal and snowfall was at a record low.

Converting a garage into a living space

We meet with hundreds of contractors in the building construction industry, and many of them are telling us that they are busy with remodeling projects. More and more homeowners are making improvements to their existing homes rather than building a new one. [...]

Trade show frequently asked questions about underfloor heating products

The number of people that attend home improvement trade shows never ceases to amaze me – especially when you factor in the state of the economy. [...]

Heating a dog house with underfloor radiant heat

It’s a dog’s life.

Be honest, now – how many guys out there have been “in the dog house” a time or two over the course of your marriage? Perhaps some of you have been left in the dog house permanently – or worse – brought to the dog pound to find a new home or be put down! OK, OK; this is where the wives start to chuckle, and think, “hmmm…” [...]

Add radiant heat when installing wood flooring in your home

There is no better time to install an electric radiant floor heating system than when you’re changing out your floor coverings. [...]

Insulating concrete slabs for radiant floor heating systems

Investing money in the right type of insulation will save you money in the long run. Regardless if your new home or addition is utilizing a form of radiant floor heating, it would be wise to invest in slab insulation. As covered in earlier blogs, heat moves to cold. Insulation helps to slow down the thermal transfer of heat, allowing us to remain more comfortable and have lower energy costs. [...]

Comparing radiant underfloor heat products

You get what you pay for!

How many times have I found that out the hard way when buying cheap products or services that ended up costing me more in the long run? Not only would I lose out on my initial investment of the product that failed, I also needed to re-invest into a new product that would hopefully last longer than my original, cheap choice.

Radiant heating system choices for new construction projects

When building a new home, garage or workshop, there are basically three forms of radiant-underfloor heating systems to choose from: hydronic (water based), electric cables (high voltage) and a mat system (low voltage). [...]

Using radiant-floor heating in a workshop

A workshop can be defined as a place where a craftsman or artisan performs their work. I think the term should be changed to something like “Man Utopia.” [...]

Tips to ensure your underfloor heating products are safe to use

The easiest way to explain safety concerns regarding under floor radiant heating systems is to first differentiate between hydronic system safety and electric system safety. [...]

Solutions to melt your roof's ice dams and your headaches away

Winter is around the corner, and if this year’s winter is anything like last year’s, some homeowners will have more to be worried about than just paying their heating bills and keeping warm. Ice dams were a prevalent problem last year due to the large amount of snowfall. [...]

STEP Warmfloor™ receives Greener Product certification

HeatMyFloors.com recently received exciting news about one of our most innovative products, STEP Warmfloor™. [...]

Healthy heating

There is just no comparison between forced air and under floor radiant heating when it comes to healthy living. [...]

Multiple uses for STEP Warmfloor

The number of applications that the STEP Warmfloor product can be utilized for never ceases to amaze me. Its name speaks for itself regarding using the product under tile, carpet and wood floors, but did you know it can be used for even more applications? [...]

How does underfloor heating differ from forced air?

Did you know that there are three methods of heat transfer? These heating methods are conduction, convection and radiation. Conduction occurs through direct contact of surfaces that differ in temperature, like a stove-top burner transferring heat to a pot or pan. Heat is transferred through convection by circulation. This is the process used by forced air furnaces, which push hot air into a room. That air rises, cools and falls back down, and eventually returns through the ductwork to be reheated and redistributed throughout the home. [...]

Can I use underfloor heating to heat my entire home?

When it comes to heating a home, under floor radiant heating is the most comfortable choice. However, forced air heating systems have dominated the market for many years, and it seems that this trend will continue. Forced air heating systems are popular because of their relatively low installation costs and in my opinion, they have remained popular because HVAC contractors are comfortable with installing these systems. [...]

What flooring types does underfloor heating work with?

High temperatures have the potential to ruin many flooring types, but in most installation cases, it’s just not necessary to put out that much heat. Think about it: Why is it necessary to install a high temperature cable system that can reach 120 degrees or higher when all that is needed is 75-80 degrees to heat the floor? [...]

Can underfloor heating be installed by a do-it-yourselfer?

The above question comes up quite often from homeowners that attend local trade shows. Everyone is looking to save money by tackling home improvement projects on their own. The question really comes down to this – if you are a do-it yourself (DIY) type of person, what level of experience do you have, and do you feel confident that you can do the project correctly? [...]

Get the most out of your wood floors with an electric underfloor heating system

One of the most sought after features in a home for prospective buyers is wood flooring. Why? Because they are beautiful, durable and natural. [...]

The role of insulation in electric underfloor heating systems

Insulation plays a vital role in preventing heat loss for electric underfloor heating systems, just as it does in the walls and ceilings of your home. Some people believe the myth that because heat rises there isn't a need to insulate underneath an electric heating system. If this were true, then the sun would do a very poor job of providing warm, radiant sunshine to planet Earth. Heat always goes to cold - always. It is hot air that rises. [...]

My tile floor installation project

Do you ever get the handyman bug? Or, is it just a push from your significant other to start a project?

For me, I realized a couple weeks ago that something was in the air. (You know you better start preparing yourself when your wife is thumbing through the local home improvement magazines and paying more attention to the DIY channels on television.) [...]

Welcome to HeatMyFloors.com’s blog!

There are many reasons to visit HeatMyFloors.com: the great products, the interesting testimonials from past customers and now an informative blog with expert information! [...]