Journal of Indoor Environmental Quality

Heating for the Heavenly

Photo Credit: AskaDAvid

"He said the only solution to the church's present problem was to put a new floor in, with underfloor heating, and use the outer aisles with wood and glass to make them meeting rooms. It would mean removing pews and creating a foyer for the church while youth and disabled facilities would also be incorporated." Excerpt from "Plan for church at heart of community" by TERRY REEVE Copyright © 2007 Archant Regional. All rights reserved.

RBc: The only solution "new floor with underfloor heating"...now who are we to argue with the soon to be blessed flock.  Warm floors for the youth and disabled...sounds Heavenly.

Thoughtful Things That Add Up And Make A Difference To The Quality Of Your Stay.

"...with the underfloor heating, giant beds made with fine linen and spacious bathrooms equipped with Molton Brown miniatures and Alpine essential oils. "The best holidays are full of little, thoughtful things that add up and make a difference to the quality of your stay in a place," says Justine. Excerpt from Hitting the Heights, by Pauline Diamond, Auslan Cramb & Richard Bath

RBc: Words to focus on..."quality of your stay".
Great Old Cover Shots from Gonzo and Comfort Magazine

Visit HER HOME today.

“Set aside for a moment comfort, versatility and efficiency. If you suffer from allergies, that may be all the reason you need to consider radiant heat! Indoor air quality is improved because dust and allergens aren’t circulating through the ductwork and the registers, as with forced air heating. Households with radiant floor heating host 50 to 80 percent fewer dust mites, according to the Association for Applied and Experimental Research of Allergies. That means you can be more comfortable in your new home, pay less and breathe free in the bargain!” Excerpt from Heat for the Feet, HER HOME magazine.

RBc: I’ve been following Linda Reimer and HER HOME magazine for several years and it has become one of my top recommended sites. Linda, president of Design Basics Inc., recognized a need to publish a magazine for women in the dreaming or planning stage of building a new home or remodeling their present home. Why? Because research shows 80% of homebuilding and remodeling decisions are made by women, and she was amazed there wasn't a single women's magazine on the newsstand at the time with this focus. More than that, she and her friends Susan Conbere and Kate Fried understand the diversity and dynamics in the word comfort and have done a marvelous job presenting the benifts of radiant heating in Heat for the Feet.  I would suggest you spend some time over there where you can read the article and a lot more. Visit HER HOME

Pennsylvania Library A Must Read

"Reduction of air infiltration through the use of concrete walls and insulated windows will significantly reduce operating costs and enhance indoor air quality and maximize natural daylighting. Low-E double-glazing; energy efficient mechanical systems, including radiant floor heating and operable windows; and the possible use of a geothermal heating system will also contribute to a LEED rating." Excerpt from Frederic Schwartz Selected to Design Pennsylvania Library Openness and connection to nature, as well as historic relevance, were important factors for the design jury. by Meaghan O'Neill Interior Design · March 15, 2007 Read more about this radiant heated library.

RBc: As an avid fan of higher learning this project is top notch in my books.

Origins of Ondol

“Gudeul refers to an under-ground heating system, or to the floor or room that is heated by the system. Folklore expert Son Jin-tae presumes that “gudeul” originates from “guun dol,” or “baked stones.” “Ondol,” or warm stone, was created by a combination of Chinese characters to describe “gudeul” before hangul was invented.” Excerpt from A warmer backside for Asia by You Sang-chul, Asia news editor at the JoongAng Ilbo., Copyright by Joins.com, Inc.  Photo Credit: Korea Tourism Organization, All Rights Reserved 

RBc; History shows the Koreans using this style of heating over 23 centuries ago. As noted by Wendy Croix, Interior Design School Review Columnist on a Business Week interview with Korean design professor Lee Kun Pyo, the, “Traditional Korean homes, even the poorest, have heated flooring--the “ondol gudeul” --an interior feature Western designers now think of as a luxury for upscale homes.”

This is another example of us North American’s taking the most basic stuff - make it expensive and tag it as a luxury item…it just doesn’t have to be this way.

Discuss this topic at our online forum.

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Common Ground

I want our readers to meet John Vastyan, whom I've known for several years. John specializes in marketing communications and business-to-business PR, serving the radiant heat, hydronic, geothermal, plumbing & mechanical, HVAC and broad construction markets. His website has a wealth of information in the articles he's published. John has also worked with our current Carlson Holohan Industry Award of Excellence Winner, Mr. Dave Yates.  Spend some time there, you'll be glad you did.  Visit Common Ground

Another school reaches the top

"While the designs have still be finalised, following discussions with parents, staff and the local communities, they will all be constructed to make the most of natural light and ventilation. All will boast Scandinavian standards of insulation, an innovative lighting management system linked to ambient levels of daylight, underfloor heating and the ability to conserve and use rainwater." Excerpt from "Council appoints preferred bidder for major schools project" Source: Aberdeen City Council

RBc:  "...discussions with parents, staff ..." - always produces better environments for occupants.

Jeff Howell says....

"If you still insist on heating your conservatory, then the most efficient way is to have a solid floor with underfloor heating." Excerpt from On the level: can I heat my conservatory? © Copyright of Telegraph Media Group Limited 2006. Article written by Jeff Howell Author of the The Builders' White Boots

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So there ya have it....

"From the Inside Out, which contains case studies of schools and children’s centres that have participated. One of the shining examples in the booklet is the Jubilee Sure Start Centre in Tulse Hill, London. Out of their consultation with the children and staff came a building designed with underfloor heating and toilets that are colourful and spacious enough for adults." Excerpt from Pupils drawn to grand designs, SCHOOLS should involve children. Obvious, isn’t it? Not so obvious when it comes to building design though, according to School Works, an education advisory body.  Copyright 2006 Times Newspapers Ltd.

RBc: So there ya have it...when it comes to having a roof over your head - involve your kids...maybe you'll end up enjoying comfort only these school kids appreciate!

Here It Is - The 2007 Radiant Heated Allure

Folks, check out this baby! Among a gazillion creature comforts, it comes with Massage/heated driver and passenger seats with adjustable headrests, and Radiant Floor Heating!

RBc: Surely if you can get a radiant heated coach you must be able to get a radiant heated home? No? Not offered by your builder? Pity!

We can answer your questions online.

We'd love to help you out and its easy. All you have to do is register and post your question online at our help forum.  Here's the link. http://www.healthyheating.com/bb2/index.php
See you soon.

Mark Your Calendar!

Special Event #1, Open House Invitation from National Research Council Canada.

James T. Reardon, Ph.D., Senior Research Officer for the Indoor Environment Research Program at the Institute for Research in Construction invites industry participants with a stake in indoor environmental quality to an open house at the Ventilation Research House facility. This radiant and forced air heated home has just been fitted with advanced interior monitoring equipment including a three dimensional robotic thermal imaging system and was the topic of discussion in our nation wide October 2005 conference call.  You can still download the researchers’ slides from this URL:

http://www.healthyheating.com/Conference%20Calls/ACM-PERD-030-July2005-ForDiscussion.pdf.

Thursday, November 9th, 2006 (NEW DATE)
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Please RSVP by
Phone: (613) 993-9700
Fax: (613) 954-3733
e-mail: James.Reardon@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Special Event #2, 60 minute RPA Webinar on the Human Factor in HVAC
For the very first time, this key note address on indoor environmental quality for an aging population will be brought to you live via the internet. Historical trends in HVAC systems, consumer priorities in purchasing, demographics and the consumer price index, rising energy costs, the influence of women and the shifting role of interior designers in housing, consumer trust issues with the building industry, human physiology, thermal comfort standards and measurement methods. This public webinar is for consumers and industry decision makers.
A www.healthyheating.com presentation.

Thursday, November 16th, 2006
12:00 noon EST and again at 8:00 pm EST (MAKE NOTE OF THE TIME ZONE)
Register online at http://www.radiantpanelassociation.org