Radiant Floor Heating News - Press Releases
November 25, 2008 Energy Saving Electric Floor Heating Systems from ThermoSoft International Corporation Reduce Heating Costs Up to 40% During Winter
ENERGY STAR approved thermostats and ThermoFloor electric floor heating systems achieve up to 30-40% energy savings compared to conventional gas forced-air heating systems.
Buffalo Grove, IL (MarketWire) November 25, 2008 - With winter quickly approaching, and the cold weather already in full swing all around the US and Canada, many people are already feeling the chilly effect on their heating bills. But heating your home doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg says ThermoSoft International Corporation, a market leading manufacturer of do it yourself radiant floor heating systems.
"Our floating floor electric underfloor heating systems are more efficient because warmth is concentrated near the floor, not the ceiling, heating only the rooms where you need the warmth when you want it," said Dr. Eric Kochman, President of ThermoSoft International Corporation. "This can save consumers up to 40% in energy costs, something everyone can appreciate during this economy."
Unlike forced hot air systems, which blow hot air from the ceiling, radiant floor heating systems heat the home in the most efficient way possible, from the floor up. The floor is consistently comfortable, without hot spots or cold drafts, and when your feet are warm, your whole body is warm. Dust, pollen and other allergens can also be disturbed with a forced hot air system, so electric floor heating systems are preferable for those with allergies.
ThermoFloor radiant floor heating systems should last a lifetime, and ThermoSoft floating floor warming systems are warranted for 10 years, making them a great, money saving investment for any home.
ThermoSoft manufactures ThermoFloor radiant floor heating system for laminate and floating wood floors, and ThermoTile radiant floor heating system for tile floors. Both systems are installation friendly and ship same day or next business day.
ThermoSoft offers factory-direct prices, same day shipping, lifetime technical support and free installation floor plans. For more information on heating your home with ThermoFloor, visit www.thermosoft.com.
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ThermoSoft International Corporation, incorporated in 1996, headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is a leading USA manufacturer of UL and ETL listed electric radiant floor heating systems for all types of floors and the exclusive manufacturer of heating systems utilizing patented FiberThermics® technology. Over 1,000,000 households in the U.S. and Canada enjoy Thermosoft's electric heating products.
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July 29, 2008 Summertime - the Best Time for Do It Yourself Floor Heating
Energy saving, easy-to-install electric floor heating systems from ThermoSoft International Corporation
Buffalo Grove, IL (MarketWire) July 29, 2008 - At the height of summer, heating your home may be the furthest thing from your mind, but summertime is actually the best time to install an electric floor heating system says ThermoSoft International Corporation , a market leading manufacturer of do it yourself radiant floor heating systems.
"Summer is the best time for homeowners to work on improving their property, and the decision to install a radiant floor heating system must be made before remodeling or starting new construction," said Dr. Eric Kochman, President of ThermoSoft International Corporation. "We recommend that our customers install their electric floor heating systems during the summer, well before the cold icy winter hits."
While most traditional floor warming systems must be imbedded in cement or require additional underlayment padding under the floating floors, ThermoSoft International Corporation offers a revolutionary floor warming system for floating laminate and engineered wood floors. This electric floor heating system , marketed under the brand name ThermoFloor™, installs directly under laminate, wood and engineered wood floors without cement and also replaces the generic foam pads that are normally laid under these types of floors.
"ThermoSoft floors are a great DIY project for anyone," said Kochman. "Simply roll out ThermoFloor™ heating pads, route the lead wires to power, duct tape the seams, and lay the floor. There is no easier way to achieve a warm floor than with ThermoFloor™."
ThermoFloor™ operates on standard household voltage, and the ENERGY STAR approved energy-saving programmable controls help ThermoFloor™ achieve up to 30-40% energy savings compared to conventional gas forced-air heating systems.
For more information on heating your home with ThermoFloor™, the electric floor heating system that thousands households in the U.S. and Canada enjoy, visit www.thermosoft.com .
About ThermoSoft International Corporation:
ThermoSoft International Corporation , incorporated in 1996, headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is a leading USA manufacturer of UL and ETL listed electric heating systems for different applications. ThermoSoft offers factory-direct prices, same day shipping, lifetime technical support and free installation floor plans.
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May 8, 2008 BUFFALO GROVE, IL. - Thermosoft International Corporation, a market leading manufacturer of electric radiant flooring, offers a revolutionary floor warming system for floating laminate and engineered wood floors. Where most traditional floor warming systems must be imbedded in cement, this new system, marketed under the brand name ThermoFloor™, installs directly under laminate, wood and engineered wood floors without cement. ThermoFloor simply replaces the generic foam pads that are normally laid under these types of floors. Roll out ThermoFloor heating pads, route the lead wires to power, duct tape the seams, and lay the floor.There is simply no easier way to achieve a warm floor than with ThermoFloor.
3-in 1 System Heats, Insulates and Suppresses Noise.
ThermoFloor Saves Energy.
Thermosoft International Corporation, incorporated in 1996, headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is a leading USA manufacturer of UL and ETL listed electric radiant floor heating systems for all types of floors. Thermosoft offers factory-direct prices, same day shipping and lifetime technical support.
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September 11, 2006 WHAT ABOUT THE COST OF RADIANT FLOOR HEAT?
Will it affect my heating bill?
There is no such heat loss with electric radiant floors. Forced-air heating systems create ascending air flow that concentrates the warmth in the upper part of the room (at the head level) leaving the feet cold. The natural response is to compensate for the discomfort by setting the central thermostat at a higher temperature.
Numerous publications point out that radiant floor heating systems create sufficient thermal comfort with the thermostat set 5-7°F lower than forced-air heating systems. For example, the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) reports a "comfortable" temperature is 70°F. Forced air systems must be set at 75°F to feel this warm, whereas with radiant floor heating, you can set your thermostat to 66°F and feel comfortable. This reduces your energy costs substantially. According to ASHRAE (standard 55-1992) for each 1 degree F that you set your thermostat lower, you will reduce your heating bill 4-5%. So, warm floors installed in a substantial part of your home can reduce your heating costs up to 30-40%.Of course, your savings will be commensurate with the amount of warm floors installed. You should not expect noticeable savings if you install warm floors only in small areas of your home.
Assuming there are no savings, the cost to run radiant floor heating in a 15 S.F. bathroom floor with an electric radiant floor heating mat generating 12 Watts per S.F. would be 36 cents for a 24 hour day based on a utility rate of 8.3 cents per kilowatt hour. However, since the heat generated by the warm floor in the bathroom will circulate with your central heating system, your overall heating costs will not necessarily be 36 cents higher because your central heating system may cycle less often. In addition, using programmable thermostats with your radiant floor system will help save energy by automatically adjusting temperature up or down or turning the floor on or off during times of the day when the room is not occupied.
How much does radiant floor heating cost and where can I buy it?
At Thermosoft, our goal is to make heated floors, which were once considered a luxury found only in custom homes, fully accessible to all homeowners and do-it-yourselfers. Warm electric radiant floors are increasingly becoming a necessary part of comfortable and healthy living in North America.
Make the right decision on time and enjoy your heated floors!
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September 1, 2006 ARE HEATED FLOORS SAFE?
Safety is most important for manufacturers and homeowners alike. Electric radiant floor heating systems are constructed to eliminate any possibility of electric shock and some eliminate exposure to electro-magnetic field (EMF). For example, our ThermoTile™ brand of radiant flooring is very likely the safest electric radiant floor heating system in the western hemisphere because it satisfies the highest European and Japanese safety standards where electric floor warming has been utilized for decades. ThermoTile's heating cable system has four polymer coatings that withstand repeated mechanical, thermal, and current loads. The system is completely hermetically sealed from moisture. The heaters are doubly protected from short circuit and current shock by a ground wire and a ground shield that completely encapsulates the heating element.
We have given special attention to the elimination of EMF in our ThermoTile radiant flooring system. ThermoTile heating cable consists of two parallel wires whereby the electric current "runs" in opposite directions causing current superposition and cancellation of the electro-magnetic fields in the two wires. Moreover, the two parallel heating elements are encapsulated with a special metal foil that completely suppresses residual EMF and electro-static emissions that could interfere with other appliances in your home. People concerned about EMF should look for manufacturers displaying "ZERO EMF" on their products to be assured of EMF elimination.
Most manufacturers recommend connecting electric radiant floor heating systems to a circuit protected by ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in wet areas. The GFCI will cut off the electric current in the rare event that there is current leakage due to mechanical damage of the cable. Also look for electric radiant floor heating systems that comply with the safety standards of Underwriters Laboratories in North America (as indicated by the cULus symbol) as well as the European safety standards (as indicated by the CE symbol).
Not only are radiant floors safe, they provide thermal comfort and help to prevent minor colds and rheumatic diseases. Heated flooring is particularly helpful in maintaining good health in young children and the elderly who are more susceptible to the common cold. Modern medicine has determined the ideal temperature for human comfort is between: 75-79 degrees F at foot level and 68-72 degrees F at head level. In times past, people would say "Keep your feet warm, and your head cold." Such heat distribution can be realized only with the help of warm floors.
Another important factor in the health aspect of heated flooring is the absence of air convection which blows dust and allergens around the room. The absence of blowing air is very favorable for people who suffer from allergies. Other advantages of electric radiant floors are that they do not deplete the oxygen like gas heaters and high temperature convection heaters.
Warm floors can be a very safe and environmentally friendly way of heating your home!
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August 1, 2006 WHY INSTALL WARM FLOORS IN YOUR HOME?
How many times have you stood barefoot on an icy bathroom or kitchen floor on a cold winter morning? Although you may be absolutely delighted with the look of your tile floor, wouldn't it be nice if it wasn't so cold? Well, where there is a need, there is a way to meet it.
In European countries, heated flooring has long been an accepted part of any comfortable dwelling. With the rising cost of energy, alternative heating systems have become increasing popular in North America. For example, during the last five years, the square footage of electric radiant floor heating installations has increased 600%. Any homeowner would gladly agree to have a warm bathroom or kitchen floor. Unfortunately, many people are not aware of the availability, ease-of-installation and affordability of electric radiant flooring. The decision to install a floor heating system must be made before remodeling or starting new construction. Many people regret that they were not well informed about heated floors at the right time. That is why we would like to explain why an electrically heated floor is reasonable and efficient.
In our experience, we have discussed radiant flooring with numerous floor installers and homeowners. Following are some of the common questions people ask when they consider how to create home comfort with radiant flooring while taking into account the family budget.
Where does it make sense to install an electric floor heating system?
Are heated floors durable?
How difficult is it to install a floor heating system?
What warranty is provided for heated flooring?
We hope that we have answered the main questions of interest to people who may be considering warm floors for their homes. At Thermosoft, our goal is to make heated floors, which were once considered a luxury found only in custom homes, fully accessible to all homeowners and do-it-yourselfers. Warm electric radiant floors are increasingly becoming a necessary part of comfortable and healthy living in North America.
Make the right decision on time and enjoy your heated floors!
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October 22, 2004 ThermoSoft's Advanced Floor Heaters Promise Comfort, Durability & Savings
Thermosoft International Corporation introduced its FiberThermics® technology to the tile floor heating market with a new, electronic, floor heating system that is easy-to-install, safe and durable. Do-it-yourselfers and professional installers will appreciate the simplicity and commercial grade quality of this radiant floor heating mat. Thermosoft's tile floor heaters are installed in a thin layer of cement before laying the tile and connected to a variety of available thermostats for maximum energy savings. Thermosoft's floor warming mats are listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) and marketed under the ThermoTile™ and ThermoFloor™ brand names.
Russ Dunn, Vice President of Marketing for Thermosoft stated, "Anyone who has experienced the shock of stepping onto a cold bathroom floor in the morning will appreciate this new product. Thermosoft's market entry leverages our fully integrated U.S. manufacturing base and the latest worldwide advancements in electric radiant heating technology. Our goal is to make underfloor heating, which was once considered a luxury, more widely available to homeowners particularly do-it-yourselfers. We offer low prices and a lifetime warranty to back up our product's superior positioning."
Thermosoft also manufactures ThermoFloor™ radiant floor warming pads designed specifically for laminate flooring. Thermofloor combines Thermosoft's advanced FiberThermics® heating technology with the insulating and sound barrier properties of an upgraded underlayment for floating floors. What's more, ThermoFloor's one-step installation does not require any cement.
FiberThermics is the trade name for Thermosoft's new generation of textile-based heaters. The patented and patent-pending heaters conduct electricity through textile fibers and special alloys specifically designed for heating. What makes FiberThermics unique is its innate thermal cut-off capability that assures homeowners of maximum durability and safety.
Thermosoft International Corporation, headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, USA, was incorporated in 1996 to commercialize FiberThermics heating technology for application to a wide variety of consumer and commercial warming products in the household, automotive, healthcare and industrial markets.
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