Some facts you didn’t know about Infrared Heating

You’ve probably searched the web for some key information about infrared heating. Well, you’ve come to the right place. Below are the key features of infrared heating that will make you want to convert your premises heating system.

Are heat lamps safe?

Yes, infrared heat lamps are 100% safe for anyone to use and can be placed anywhere on any property.

Infrared heating does not emit carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, therefore, it keeps the air clean inside the house. Shortwave infrared heating has proven to be one of the most effective systems as the radiation is easily absorbed into objects for optimal heat. While this infrared heat is similar to that generated by the sun, it doesn’t actually produce UV rays which are harmful to our bodies.

Is infrared heating cheaper than gas?

Infrared heating is much cheaper than gas. This is due to the way infrared heats a room. The heat is transferred to people/objects within the space and to other surfaces of the building, so savings can be up to 50%.

Unlike convection heating which heats the air first and the heat is also lost through air currents, infrared heating is not displaced by air currents. It also heats up a room faster than gas central heating. Gas heating can often take around 30 minutes before occupants can begin to feel the heat, while infrared heats objects, not the air, which means the heat is felt immediately.

Also, when we look at running costs, infrared heating is significantly cheaper than gas because it takes 1/3 more energy to heat a room using convection heat. An infrared heating system is a great alternative to a heat pump as it may be more efficient because it has a lower initial cost. Also, air source heat pumps have lower power than infrared heating panels.

Is infrared heating efficient?

Infrared heating is very efficient. There is no distributed heat loss like other heating systems and they do not suffer the same loss in efficiency. This is because 100% of the electricity used by infrared heaters is converted into heat, meaning you could save up to 50% compared to other heating systems. In addition, infrared heat lamps produce heat quickly and warm up the room as soon as they are turned on. Therefore, there is no need to wait for the room to warm up. This results in greater savings on energy bills.

For infrared lamps to have the full effect on the efficiency levels of your property, you need to select the right size ones to ensure that the room is heated properly and is not wasting energy. After purchasing the product, it will be necessary to install it in the most suitable place in the house. Additionally, infrared heat lamps can be easily added to your existing heating system so that your home can easily reach a comfortable temperature without increasing your energy bills.

How many infrared lamps do I need?

This really depends on how insulated your home is and also the size of your rooms. Infrared heaters can heat an entire room. In fact, they can heat any property, even bars, restaurants and hotels.

In simple terms, we are unable to tell you exactly how much infrared heating would cost as it depends on the size of your rooms and how well each room is insulated as with any heating solution. The better your home is insulated, the better it will retain its heat, and therefore the less time it will have to be on.