Radiant underfloor heating from a hydronic installation has many features and benefits.  Here are a few:

Let’s start by mentioning that radiant underfloor heating, provided by both hydronic and electric installations, is a much better solution than forced-air central heating systems.  

For one, the underfloor heating systems are nicely hidden away whilst forced-air systems feature a collection of unsightly ductwork, vents, and plenums that are all visible. 

Additionally with underfloor heating systems, heat radiates from the floor giving you a comfortable warmth that won’t blow dust around like forced air heaters, a significant benefit for allergy sufferers.

A hydronic heating system is a complex system to install compared to its electric counterpart. The capital investment for the hydronic system is significantly more than an electric system. Up-front costs such as a boiler, pumps and manifolds with valves can have an impact on any home renovation or construction budget. However once installed, a hydronic system can last well over 30 years with costs recuperated due to the lower operating costs.  

By comparison, an electric underfloor heating system is relatively easy to install and competent DIYers can attempt to install themselves.  Nevertheless, a qualified electrician will need to wire the system.

Operating costs for electric underfloor heating can be unpredictable due to the use of electricity, though with a programmable thermostat you can adjust usage to suit your lifestyle and budget.    

Another factor to consider is the size of the room. In essence, hydronic underfloor heating is recommended for rooms that are more than 60 m², due to the initial investment. With smaller rooms such as bathrooms, an electric underfloor heating installation may be a better option.

These are some of the considerations when thinking about installing underfloor heating for your renovation or new construction. 

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We’ll offer you the perfect solution based on budget and particular requirements.

This integrated and innovative energy solution prioritises renewable energy sources for a variety of uses in your home.

#6 – The Solamander Hydronic Hub (aka the “Hub”) achieves an optimum and comfortable heating on demand.

Customers ask us: Why should I install Electric Underfloor Heating? Here’s what you should consider!

Do you hate getting out of the shower and feeling chilled again as soon as you step onto the cold tiles? With good quality underfloor heating, you won’t have to experience discomfort any longer!

Underfloor heating systems are ideal for bathrooms (in addition to kitchens and open entertainment areas etc.) and work well under almost any hard floor surface. Bathroom floor heating radiates up through the floor and provides comfort underfoot while gently managing the room temperature.

You may have heard that most people regard the kitchen as their favourite room – but we’re here to turn that around.  After all, the kitchen may be the central hub where families prepare meals and swap after work pleasantries, yet it’s the bathroom where you really get your “me time”.  Perhaps your humble bathroom has only dropped down your list of favourites because it has stopped inspiring you. Need some serious bathroom design ideas to get your bathroom really singing in 2020? You got it!

1. Rain Shower

It’s no wonder you’re not getting your bathroom inspiration under your tired old showerhead.  However, don’t just get a new one – consider really ‘singing in the rain’ by simulating a beautiful, gentle and warm tropical downpour with a rain shower head.  After a long day or a hard workout, you will never have felt so calm and refreshed.

2. Funky basin

If there’s something you’ve noticed about a truly cool bathroom these days, it could just be the basin or sink.  Sadly basin designs have remained fairly stagnant for years, but now the sink is the scene of one of the best bathroom design ideas you could possibly adopt. Let’s take the ‘spoon sink’ amazingly elongated all the way to the ground, or grooved basins that will fascinate everyone from ages 3 to 99 or how about the minimalist ‘slabs’ sink with coloured recesses – and so, so much more!

3. Underfloor heating

Brrrr … especially in winter, but even after a relaxing bath or shower on a lovely day, that freezing cold bathroom floor can really be uninviting.  One bathroom idea we recommend the most is underfloor heating. You may think this form of heating is not suitable for wet areas or for heating bathroom tiles – but you may not have seen what Devex Systems can offer you! And it’s not just the bottom of your feet that will be all snuggly – this amazing form of heating will also gently heat up the entire temperature of the bathroom. You want it, don’t you!?

4. Recessed walls

There’s something all the best bathroom design ideas for 2020 have in common and that’s style coupled with minimalism.  Think about it: wouldn’t it be cool to get rid of your bulky floating shelves? It can be achieved with recessed walls, giving you somewhere to put all your vital bathroom accessories in a truly stylish, minimalistic 2020-style bathroom.

5. Honourable mentions…

Almost no list could be complete of all the possible bathroom designs turning heads in 2020. But what about innovative skylights? Or clean, round pebble stone?  Hardwood floors instead of tiles? Huge, floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall mirrors? Big sliding doors that mean you can mingle with the outside world while bathing?

With a bit of planning and a little saving, all of these bathroom ideas for 2020 are achievable.

Is our bathroom inspiration missing anything? Just like you, here at Devex Systems we also think outside the box, so we’d love to hear from you.

Experts will tell you that you should aim to get $2.50 to $3 back for every $1 spent on a bathroom renovation (Australian Property Investor 2019).

However, the pleasure of having a room in your house that represents pure luxury and a haven of relaxation might outweigh any potential ROI – or sometimes, the ROI is a happy by-product. Melburnian homeowner Julie Vulin knew what she wanted and was involved in every step of her bathroom upgrade. The underfloor heating installed by long-time customer Mick Keavy included our X mat.

The TS 500 thermostat, nicely tucked away inside the cabinet to the right of the vanity, controls the system. Julie also credits Antonio Cusano from LG Creative Kitchens and Frank Iaria from Mint Kitchen Group for their skilful work. For more information visit our electric underfloor heating page.