Safety is always a prime concern for parents when selecting a home heating system. Traditional central heating can present multiple risks to small children. For instance, the high temperatures required to heat radiators mean that any exposed piping, as well as the radiators themselves, can be hot to touch and scald the soft skin of little ones playing in proximity.
Additionally, wall radiators are bulky, hard and often include sharp edges. As a result, if children lose their balance nearby, an accident can easily occur.
Underfloor heating (UFH) presents no such threats to home health and safety. All equipment is tucked neatly out of sight where no child can encounter it. Even if it was, underfloor heating systems run at far lower temperatures, which means the water flowing through pipework is only warm.
UFH has additional benefits for households with children. It warms floors up evenly, providing a comfortable surface for kids to play on whether they are completing puzzles, engaging in games, or drawing pictures and watching cartoons.
Unlike radiators which use convection heat, UFH supplies mainly radiant warmth. An added advantage of this operation is that dust, pollen, pet hair and other particles are less likely to be disturbed, making for a cleaner and healthier environment.
Whether you plan to add UFH to a playroom or your whole house, we can help. Contact our expert team here at FastWarm for equipment, and benefit from our free design service and specialist advice.
