How does a ComfortTile electric radiant floor compare to a hydronic (water based) radiant floor?
In general, hydronic radiant systems work best in larger areas or for whole houses. You need space in your floor for the tubes and room in your mechanical room for a water heating appliance and the pumps, valves and fittings that accompany it. Hydronic systems allow you pick your lowest cost fuel, which might be natural gas, oil, propane, solar, or electric. ComfortTile is limited to electric. If you have a smaller area to warm, like a master bathroom, kitchen, entryway or sunspace; ComfortTile is a better choice. ComfortTile is simpler than hydronic, takes up less space, goes in faster and for small areas, the per square foot cost is much lower. Once the system is installed, your floors will feel wonderful regardless of the approach you choose.
