Radiant Flooring

Uponor manufactures radiant flooring, which uses the floor as a hydronic radiator. The system can be installed under any surface — including tile, marble, wood, carpet and concrete floors — and is expected to save up to 40 percent in energy cost when compared to other heating methods, according to the manufacturer.

The systems circulates warm water through PEX tubing embedded in the floor radiates heat up through the floor. The warmth near where the people are, not up at the. It does not circulate dust or allergens, which will improve the indoor air quality of the building, according to the manufacturer. Ducts or vents require little maintenance.