Built-in floor convectors: reviews and tips. Convector electric, built in the floor

The desire of each property owner is a heating system that does not violate the harmony of the interior. In particular, if it concerns rooms with large panoramic window apertures - stained-glass windows. After all, in this case we are talking about the attractiveness of the building as a whole. One of the options for solving such problems are floor convectors built into the floor.

Varieties

In fact, convectors can be different, and their differences depend on different characteristics.

So, depending on the heat source used for the functioning of the heater, the following types of convectors are distinguished:

• Gas.
• Water.
• Electric.

In our country, the most popular are the electric heating appliances, which, depending on the design, are divided into the following types:

• The wall.
• The floor.

Let's consider in more detail the heating convectors built in the floor, their design features, the principle of operation, disadvantages and advantages.

Principle of operation

These heating appliances are also known as radiators built into the floor, but this name is not entirely correct, since the principle is based primarily on convective heating, and radiant heat exchange is considered only a side effect. Built-in floor convectors, connected to the heat source, heat the cold air flowing into their housing, which as a result of the increase in temperature is directed upwards and forms a heat curtain.

Design features

If we talk about the design of these devices, then most often they are presented in the form of a decorative lattice. This structural element is considered to be the only component of the device that is located in sight. During operation of the convector, the grate is practically not heated. It can safely move around or touch it without fear of getting burned. The main parameters of the grating are the area of its surface and the ratio to the overall size of the gaps, which must ensure unimpeded circulation of the required volume of air.

Materials used for making the grid can be used to provide the necessary strength and durability. As a rule, artificial and natural stone, wood, metal and other materials are used for the production of this element. The creativity of designers also lies in the possibility of choosing the color of the grate, the size of its slots, and the texture of its surface.

Benefits

Built-in floor convectors, like any other heating appliances, are not ideal and, in addition to their shortcomings, also have a number of undeniable advantages. Consider the positive and negative aspects of these devices to determine whether it is worth buying such devices for your home. Let's start with the advantages.

Security

Despite the large area, the heating element of this heating device has a relatively low heating temperature. This allows the use of these convectors to heat any premises (including children's rooms, since the child can not damage the appliance and burn) and even use it as the main heating system of an apartment or house. In addition, convectors have special modes that automatically turn off this device in the event that the temperature exceeds the normalized value.

Do not require monitoring

Traditionally, built-in convectors are referred to standard equipment capable for a long time to maintain the set temperature in the room and without requiring monitoring and monitoring.

Do not overdry the air

The design of these heating devices, as well as their operational mode of operation, are designed in such a way as not to overdry the air in the room, which is very useful for human health and beauty.

Uncomfortable

Another undeniable advantage of convectors is the possibility of using them in rooms with high humidity. Compared to other radiators, all modern electric and water convectors built into the floor are protected from moisture and splashes. In this regard, they can be used in rooms with a high humidity regime.

Easy installation

Convectors are very easy to install on almost any surface, only a few screws are required to install them.

disadvantages

These heaters have a single drawback, which consists in the banal lack of space for their installation.

Care

Since these devices are located at the lowest point of the room, they are prone to clogging with dust particles. In particular, this applies to appliances integrated in the floor, which are placed in front of the entrance doors. Over time, in addition to dust, dirt accumulates in their buildings from the street. All this prevents the normal circulation of air, reducing the efficiency of the convector. To prevent these problems, convectors built into the floor should be inspected periodically and cleaned if necessary with a vacuum cleaner.

Tips for choosing

At the heart of the work of this heating device is convective draft: the device takes cold, heavy air, in the lower levels it heats, and then it rises up through the end grate.

Convector electric, built in the floor and equipped with a fan, which forces forced air to circulate, is characterized by a high coefficient of efficiency (about 95%). This device is equipped with a heat exchanger, which uses electric heating elements.

Convectors built into the floor, the price is set by the manufacturer and depends on many factors - the materials used, brand fame, additional equipment and many others. Therefore, the cost varies from 29 000 to 178 000 rubles.

Selecting these devices is necessary depending on your needs and the specific room. The main thing is heating or cutting off the cold air flow from the glazing. If a device is required that is capable of heating the room to the required temperature in its entirety, its power must compensate for the thermal losses through the enclosing structures. When installing a convector in order to eliminate condensate on the window openings, its power should be calculated depending on the design features of the glazing.

Floor convectors: reviews

To date, the construction market offers heating appliances of all kinds of brands. Therefore, consider the feedback of consumers, not focused on the types of devices, but on their manufacturers.

For example, the company "Delonghi" produces relatively inexpensive electric convectors. Reviews of consumers about them are generally positive, given their really low price.

Built-in convectors in the floor of "Varmann" from the largest Russian manufacturer are of high quality at the level of European standards. At their manufacture the unique hi-tech equipment on drawing of invoices of a granite, a marble, a tree and a powder paint on an aluminum profile of decorative lattices is used.

The company "Gorenje" produces various convectors, but this manufacturer still has the most demanded gas heating appliances. Feedback about these devices is also positive, however, compared to the previous versions, they are somewhat more expensive.

If you want an affordable, simple model with no frills, then you can choose to choose from such a manufacturer as "Noirot". About such convectors, reviews, as for the most simple devices, are also quite good.

As for the negative comments on these radiators, they are mostly found on devices such as Selena, Ballu and Timberk. All this equipment from Chinese manufacturers.