Is radiant floor heating only for new construction?
Radiant floor heating systems can be installed in remodeling and retrofit projects as well as in new construction. The type of radiant system used would be determined by the circumstances of construction. Typically the Climate Panel System would be installed above the subfloor when there is no finished floor in place. In situations where an existing finished floor is to remain undisturbed, the radiant system would be installed below the subfloor using the Heat Transfer Plate System. Q: Will radiant floor heating damage my hardwood floors? A: A low temperature constant circulation Viega Climate Panel System installed by one of our trained contractors is designed to work safely and successfully with wood flooring. However, if not installed and controlled properly, radiant heating can harm wood floors. The floor surface temperature of a radiant heating system does not get above 85F. A typical sunroom hardwood floor with the sun shining on it gets hotter than a properly controlled radiant
