radiant ceilings in new construction

bld999

Hi Pros,



I have a sip panel building in my future [once I can quit attending to bilge pumps] and was wondering about your opinions re: pex radiant in drywall ceilings compared to pex in concrete slab on grade, and staple-up with alum plates for a second floor. This is a western Washington location, and I am considering an Altherma ht. pump.



This is largely residential, [~2500sf] some shop space that will be much cooler, etc. Not much detail yet, mostly in my head. I never hear much about radiant celings, and am interested in the apparent quick response times vs. sog installations.



Thanks for your thoughts.





Don

Gordy

Radiant ceilings are great

 Have them love them. Don't have to worry about floor coverings hampering output. Supply temps are low for a well insulated home.  I only use 105* average water temps in a 50's construction home. But you can also have higher outputs compared to radiant floors ( higher surface temps) If need be. Response time is quick. I would still do radiant floors with tiled areas, and baths. I have rooms with both radiant ceilings, and floors.



Gordy

Mark Eatherton

I agree with Gordy.

I have radiant ceilings, floors walls and windows in two of my houses. I lOVE the radiant ceilings. And when its REALLY cold outside, the floors below the radiant ceilings ARE warm.



And using the Altherma, you present yourself with the possibility of being abel to do radiant cooling as well. An excellent combination IMPO.



Do the calculations, and make sure it is doable.





Also consider Radiant via Warmboard R Panel. Excellent company, and excellent product.



ME