Hydronic Heating
Once you experience the constant warmth and comfortable heat of a hydronic heating system, you will understand why it is quite simply the "ultimate" heating solution.
Free from cold draughts and noisy fans hydronic heating is a far superior system to any other form of heating on the market and can be installed as ‘traditional’ panel radiators or as a floor heating system
Hydronic heating has the rare ability to distribute a constant temperature throughout your home allowing for a more flexible and economical room-by-room heating solution, which can be very important in homes with sensitive and hi-tech electronics, antiques and artifacts. No flames, no fumes.
Similar to the sun’s rays , radiant heat warms objects rather than air by natural convection and radiation. It doesn't dry out your environment , gives uniform temperatures throughout your home and allows you live like it's summer all year round!
Efficient - Clean - Silent
Efficient
While
the initial installation cost is between 2-3 times more than a ducted
heating system you will soon discover that this is quickly recovered as
the running costs are lower, due to high efficiency boilers running on
natural gas. The new condensing range of boilers such as the Murelle
Green Planet offer even greater efficiency up to 92.4% (80 degrees
Celsius) and 96.3% (50 degrees Celsius).
Underfloor
heating requires much lower temperatures (45-50 degrees Celsius) for a
comfortable climate making it one of the most efficient forms of
hydronic heating. Hydronic underfloor (or slab heating as it is often
referred to) is a much more environmentally friendly alternative to
electric underfloor heating, with the added bonus of significantly lower
running costs.
The
electricity usage in a hydronic system is minimal.Wall hung boilers
having electronic ignition on start-up and the small, economical pumps
require very low amounts of electricity to operate.
Radiators
are rated to industry standard according to the areas they are located
in. For example optimum heating for a bedroom is 18 degrees, hallways
20, living areas 21 and bathrooms 23. This rating system allows valuable
energy savings by limiting unnecessary heating in some areas , while
still maintaining a uniform temperature throughout without draughts and
hotspots. The ability to turn off radiators in rooms which are not in
use and more sophisticated zoning systems can offer even great
efficiencies.
On average a hydronic central heating system will cost around 20% less to operate than a ducted heating system in a house with 2.7m ceilings. Simply set the wall thermostat and forget about it. Maintenance is seldom required with a hydronic heating system as most of the working parts are in the hot water boiler. High quality manufacturing with long term warranties ensure your hydronic system will be around for generations to come.
Clean
With
one in 8 Australians affected by asthma, a heating system which doesn't
circulate dust through the air is a must. Allergens transferred around
the home can also be a major cause of discomfort and irritation along
with airborne bacteria. Ducted central heating systems, can be a
breeding ground for dust mites, allergens and bacteria that can
circulated around the house.
For
these reasons, hydronic heating has long been the preferred choice of
consultants and engineers for heating in the health industry.
Slab
heating is the ideal, dust free way to heat a concrete floor in a new
home as it is completely hidden, leaving your home with valuable wall
space.
Make your home a healthier one and let your family breathe easy with a hydronic central heating system.
Silent
Silence is a clear advantage of hydronic heating, letting radiant and naturally convective heat warm your home in peace and quiet.
Gas Ducted Heating
Ducted gas systems keep your home as warm as you want it – no matter how cold it gets outdoors!
Ducted gas heating provides instant warmth.
Ducted gas heating heats your whole home – delivering lovely warm air through unobtrusive vents in the ceiling or floor.
You get fingertip control – increasing or decreasing the temperature to suit you and your family.
How it works - Low Emissions - Zoning
How it works
Ducted
central heating comprises a central heating unit, which is connected to
a series of outlets positioned strategically throughout your home.
These outlets, or ducts, are installed either in the floor or ceiling.
The location of the heating unit depends on your house. If your house is
built on a concrete slab, the unit is installed in the roof. If it has
space underneath or a very low roof line, the unit is installed outside
or under the floor. The ductwork, which connects the outlets to the
heating unit, is neatly tucked away out of sight.
The heating unit draws air from inside your house into a return air grille. From here it then flows into the heater where it's warmed, and then on to every room of your home via outlets, in the form of warm, gentle air.
Low Emissions
Australian Gas Association research found that gas ducted central heating produced just one third of the emissions of heating produced by black coal-generated electricity. (Source: Assessment of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Natural Gas, Australian Gas Association, 2000).
Zoning
If
you’re looking for even greater efficiency, you can upgrade to a zoning
system (upgrades available with all four, five and six star systems).
Remember that it’s easier and more-cost effective to do this when the
system is first installed.
With
intelligent zoning options, you can have different temperatures in
separate zonesso the living areas can be warmer than the bedrooms – and
you can even switch zones off completely, saving money. Each zone can
have its own controller (hardwired to the wall or remote) or be
controlled by a central controller, giving you total control over the
individual comfort levels throughout your home.
If you’re interested
in upgrading to zoning, it is important to talk to a specialist at
CoolHeat. We will work with you to plan the zoning system so it best
suits your needs and lifestyle.