Your conservatory may be the most underrated room in the house
Many conservatories are only used a few months a year.
During the summer, they become a natural gathering place for family and friends. But when autumn comes and the temperature drops, the door is often closed again. The outdoor space instead becomes an area that people pass by on their way to the garden.
It doesn't have to be that way.
With the right heating solution, the conservatory can be transformed from a seasonal room into one of the most used rooms in the home. An extra living room with a view of the garden. A home office with natural light. A place for morning coffee in early spring or long dinners long after summer is over.
As the Nordic region's leading specialist in infrared heating, Infracenter helps thousands of homeowners get significantly more use out of their conservatories, winter gardens and glazed balconies every year. Experience shows that it is rarely about creating tropical heat in the middle of winter.
It's about extending the season and making the outdoor space a natural part of the home.
How is the outdoor space used before and after infrared heating?
For many, the biggest win isn't about more degrees on the thermometer.
It's about having a room that is used significantly more often.
| Before infrared heating | After infrared heating |
|---|---|
| Mainly used June–August | Used from early spring to late autumn |
| Cold floors and furniture | More comfortable surfaces and more even heat |
| Empty most of the year | An active room in everyday life |
| Limited use | Living room, dining room or home office |
| Often too cold in the evenings | Significantly longer evenings in the outdoor area |
When the right infrared heating is installed, the outdoor space often becomes a natural part of everyday life instead of a room that is only used during a few summer months.
Get an extra room without expanding the house
Many people invest in a conservatory to gain more space.
The problem is that the surface area is not fully utilized if the temperature limits when the room can be used.
When the outdoor space is comfortably warm, its use often changes completely. It becomes a natural place for dining, working, relaxing or socializing with family and friends.
Many customers say that after installation, the outdoor room becomes one of the most used rooms in the house.
This is also why infrared heating has become so popular. The goal is not just to raise the temperature a few degrees. The goal is to get more out of the investment that has already been made.
That's why infrared heating is perfect for conservatories
Traditional elements primarily heat the air. In a conservatory with large glass areas, the warm air is quickly cooled by cold glass surfaces.
Infracenter's infrared heating panels work differently.
Instead of first heating the air, people, floors, walls and furniture are heated directly. The heat is then stored in the room's surfaces, creating a more even and natural feeling of warmth.
The result is a conservatory that feels warmer, cozier and significantly more usable for most of the year.
The biggest mistake is often the floor
When customers contact us, the question is almost always about which heater they should choose.
In reality, it is often the floor that determines the end result.
If the conservatory has an uninsulated concrete floor or if the stone slabs are laid directly on the ground without insulation, a large part of the heat will be conducted away through the structure. This makes it more difficult for all types of heating systems to create an even and comfortable temperature.
Therefore, we often recommend carpets, wooden decking or other insulating materials that help reduce heat loss.
The less cold that comes from below, the better the warmth is experienced.
Extend the season by approximately 200W per square meter
After thousands of installations, we have seen that around 200W per square meter often gives the best results in conservatories and glazed balconies.
The goal is not just to raise the temperature in the air. The goal is to heat up floors, furniture and other surfaces that affect perceived comfort.
| Outdoor area | Recommended power |
|---|---|
| 5 m² | 1000W |
| 8 m² | 1600W |
| 10 m² | 2000W |
| 15 m² | 3000W |
| 20 m² | 4000W |
| 25 m² | 5000W |
| 30 m² | 6000W |
The table is a general guide. Glass surfaces, insulation, ceiling height, direction and desired temperature always affect the final power requirement.
It's also important to have realistic expectations. Extending the season is one thing. Creating shorts weather in the middle of January is something else entirely.
How much power do you have available?
The most common question is often not about how much power is needed.
It's about how much power is actually available.
| Fuse | Maximum available power |
|---|---|
| 10A | about 2000W |
| 16A | about 3600W |
| 2 × 10A | about 4000W |
| 2 × 16A | about 7200W |
In many cases, the existing electrical installation will suffice. In other cases, it may be worth having an electrician install an additional group to get even better results.
The goal is always to get as much comfort as possible based on the available conditions.
Which products are best suited for conservatories?
Standard series – discreet and elegant
Infracenter's Standard series of infrared heating panels is a popular choice when you want a stylish solution that blends into the environment.
The panels can be mounted on the ceiling or wall and provide even and comfortable heat that is perfect for conservatories and winter gardens.
Dark Heater – design and comfort in the same product
Dark Heater has become a favorite with many customers who want to combine stylish design with high comfort.
It is available in both black and white and retains its color even during operation without a disturbing orange glow.
Dark Heater is particularly suitable for conservatories, glazed balconies and other environments where both design and comfort are important.
Do you have an open conservatory or an open terrace?
If the outdoor space is very open or if you want to heat a balcony where the wind has a major impact, the conditions change.
In these environments, we often recommend the Outside Heater 2000W from Infracenter.
It uses short-wave infrared heat which works significantly better in windy environments and is therefore a popular choice on open balconies, terraces and outdoor dining areas.
More power does not automatically mean higher electricity consumption
Many people believe that higher power automatically means higher energy consumption.
That's not how it normally works.
If the outdoor space has sufficient power, the room will heat up faster. When the desired temperature is reached, the thermostat turns off the heating.
The result is often:
Faster heating
Higher comfort
More comfortable floors
More even temperature
More use of the outdoor space
In many cases, a slightly higher installed power provides better comfort without automatically increasing energy consumption.
That's why thousands of customers choose Infracenter
Since 2014, Infracenter has specialized in infrared heating.
Today, we are the market leader in infrared heating in the Nordic region and sell several thousand infrared panels to private individuals, companies and commercial businesses every year.
Our recommendations are based on experience from real installations and many years of work on finding the right solution for each environment.
Why customers choose Infracenter
Market leader in infrared heating in the Nordic region
Own quality products
Up to 10 years factory warranty on selected infrared panels
High comfort and long service life
Solutions for conservatories, winter gardens and glazed balconies
Specialists in infrared heating since 2014
Thousands of satisfied customers every year
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about heating conservatories
Can the outdoor space be used in the winter?
Yes, but the result depends on insulation, glazing, ceiling height and installed power. With properly dimensioned infrared heating from Infracenter, many conservatories can be used for a significantly larger part of the year.
How much power do I need in my conservatory?
As a rule of thumb, we recommend approximately 200W per square meter.
Is it better to choose a little too much power?
Yes. In most cases, this provides better comfort and faster heating. Once the desired temperature is reached, the thermostat automatically regulates the heat.
Can I use infrared heating on a glazed balcony?
Yes. Infracenter's infrared heating panels and Dark Heater are often used on glazed balconies where you want to extend the season.
Is infrared heating energy efficient in conservatories?
Yes. Because the heat is directed at people and surfaces, the energy is used where it is most beneficial.
Why choose Infracenter?
We develop our own quality products with a focus on comfort, energy efficiency and long life. In addition, we offer up to 10 years of factory warranty on selected infrared panels.
Make the outdoor space one of the best rooms in the home
Most conservatories are built with a dream of having more space, more light and closer to nature.
With the right infrared heating, that dream can be used significantly more days a year.
When the outdoor space becomes warm enough for morning coffee in April, dinner in September and relaxation during the first chilly evenings of autumn, it's not just the temperature in the room that changes.
The entire use of the outdoor space changes.
And that's exactly why so many people choose Infracenter.