Heat Zone blog
Practical guides on choosing, installing and running electric heating, written for installers, builders and homeowners.
How much does underfloor heating cost to run?
A simple way to estimate what an electric floor will add to your power bill, with worked examples for a bathroom and a living area.
Under-tile mat or loose cable: which one?
Both sit under your tiles and both use the same heating technology. The difference is in the room shape and the installation.
Choosing the right output: a W/m² guide
Why 150 W/m² suits one bathroom and 200 W/m² suits another, and what the floor covering has to do with it.
Why the thermostat matters as much as the cable
The thermostat decides comfort, running cost and whether your floor finish is protected. Here's what to look for.
Keeping driveways and ramps free of ice
How snow and ice melting systems work, where they're used in Victoria, and why the controls matter most.
Protecting water pipes from frost
Burst pipes are expensive. A self-limiting heating cable and a simple thermostat prevent them.