Underfloor heating with Aerothermal vs. Electric Radiant Foil
Which is the best option?
Many of our clients, when planning their efficient heating project with electric underfloor heating, ask us about underfloor heating systems with aerothermal energy. Like any heating system, aerothermal underfloor heating has its advantages and disadvantages. Here we tell you everything about underfloor heating systems.
How does the aerothermal underfloor heating system work?
Aerothermal radiant floor heating is a heating system that combines radiant floor technology with an aerothermal heat pump. The heat pump extracts energy from the outside air and transfers it to water, which circulates at low temperature through pipes installed under the floor. This system provides uniform and efficient heat, taking advantage of a renewable energy source. However, it requires a considerable initial investment, regular maintenance, and may be less efficient in very cold climates.
Renewable and efficient energy
Aerothermal energy extracts up to 70% of its energy from the outside air, making it a virtually renewable source. It also offers high performance with low power consumption and lower CO₂ emissions than conventional systems.
No fuel or storage
It doesn't require tanks or refills with diesel, propane, or biomass. By not using flammable fuels, it reduces risks and eliminates storage management. It's a safer and cleaner solution.
Uniform and comfortable heat
Aerothermal heating operates at a low temperature, distributing heat gently and evenly across the floor, ensuring a pleasant and consistent environment throughout the room.
Disadvantages of underfloor heating with Aerothermal
❌ Maintenance
This system requires being subscribed to a maintenance contract to ensure its correct functioning and efficiency in the long term.
❌ refreshing soil
In areas with high humidity, cooling flooring can cause condensation, creating droplets because the floor is colder than the air in the home.
❌ Permissions
Depending on the size and situation of the home, it may be necessary to obtain special permits for installation, especially in apartment buildings.
❌ High investment
The aerothermal system requires a high investment for its installation. The current regulations (CTE) require a high level of insulation, which entails a large investment in air conditioning.
❌ Thermal inertia
Aerothermal underfloor heating has a lot of thermal inertia, since the concrete floor must acquire the necessary temperature to transmit the heat to the final pavement, which takes time.
❌ Electricity
An increase in the contracted electricity power is required to ensure the efficient operation of the aerothermal system.
❌ Performance
The 70% used as a renewable source decreases over time, affecting the energy efficiency of the system in the long term.
❌ Visual and sound impact
The external pump necessary for aerothermal energy has a visual impact and generates noise (between 45 dB and 65 dB). The indoor unit also requires sufficient space for installation.
❌ Climatic zone
It is not advisable in very cold areas, since its performance drops considerably above 5ºC (between 30% and 40%), affecting its efficiency.
The best alternative: Electric Radiant Foil
The radiant foil heating system consists of installing thin sheets of heating material under the floor. These sheets, powered by electricity, emit heat evenly and efficiently. When heated, the radiant sheet distributes heat evenly from the floor to the rest of the room, providing constant thermal comfort.
Cecather electric underfloor heating offers multiple advantages compared to other heating systems. It provides uniform heat distribution, is low consumption, requires no maintenance and is compatible with all types of floors.
In addition, its installation is simple and quick, guaranteeing optimal comfort and greater energy efficiency in your home.
Advantages of Cecather electric underfloor heating
✔️ Low consumption heating
The latest generation Cecather electric radiant foil system is efficient and significantly reduces energy consumption compared to other systems, providing superior thermal comfort and savings on the energy bill.
✔️ Fast and flexible ignition
Turn on the rooms you want and when you want quickly, without long waits. Cecather electric underfloor heating allows precise and quick control of the temperature in each room, offering flexibility and comfort at all times.
✔️ Smart control with WiFi
Control of each room with chronothermostats via Wi-Fi. With the Cecather electric radiant folio system, you can adjust the temperature of each room from your mobile device, ensuring efficient and personalized use of heating.
✔️ Controlled temperatures
Temperatures of 27-29ºC in soils controlled by electronic probes. The Cecather electric radiant foil system guarantees uniform and comfortable heat, with optimal temperatures electronically controlled to ensure maximum comfort and efficiency.
✔️ Compatibility with all types of floors
Compatible with all types of floors: wood, flooring, laminate, vinyl, ceramic, etc. The Cecather electric underfloor heating adapts perfectly to any type of surface, providing homogeneous heat.
✔️ Invisible and integrated into the design
The Cecather electric radiant foil system is installed under the floor, without visible radiators or ducts, allowing you to maximize the available space and maintain a clean, minimalist aesthetic in any room. Ideal for contemporary interior design projects.
✔️ with hardly any works
In renovation projects, our heating system, combined with laminate flooring, takes up less than 2 cm of thickness.
✔️ Zero maintenance
Total absence of maintenance and breakdowns. The Cecather electric underfloor heating system requires no maintenance, eliminating the worry of breakdowns and reducing additional costs, making it a very practical and economical option.
✔️ Healthy heating
Does not dry out the air. Cecather electric underfloor heating provides pleasant warmth without drying out the air, which is beneficial for health, especially for people with respiratory problems or allergies. It is recommended by the WHO.
✔️ Suitable for humid areas
Suitable for wet areas: bathrooms, kitchens, etc. The Cecather electric radiant folio system is ideal for all areas of your home, including wet areas, guaranteeing a warm and comfortable environment in any room.
“At Cecather, we are committed to offering heating solutions that combine efficiency, comfort and sustainability. “Our electric underfloor heating is a smart investment for the modern home, providing uniform heat, maintenance-free and adaptable to any type of floor.”
– José Luís, co-founder of Cecather.
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