"Does infrared heating use a lot of electricity?"
This is one of the most common questions we get at Infracenter. At the same time, it is rarely the most important question.
The real question is often why so many customers choose to install infrared heating panels even though they already have geothermal heating, air/water heat pumps or other modern heating systems.
The answer is simple.
They want greater comfort, better control over temperature and a smarter way to use energy.
As the market leader in the Nordic region and the largest specialist in infrared heating, we have helped thousands of customers create more comfortable indoor environments with our own products since 2014. Experience clearly shows that the right heat in the right place is often more important than producing as much heat as possible.
That's why more and more people are choosing Infracenter's Standard series of infrared heating panels.
Do all rooms really have to be the same temperature?
Most traditional heating systems are based on a central heat source that heats the entire house.
Regardless of whether the heat comes from geothermal energy, an air/water heat pump, district heating or pellets, the basic idea is the same. The entire house is heated as a coherent system where the temperature is often relatively similar between rooms.
The problem is that the family rarely uses all rooms equally.
The living room is used every day. The kitchen is often the natural gathering point of the house. Meanwhile, guest rooms, hobby rooms, storage rooms and other spaces remain empty for much of the year. Yet many people continue to heat these rooms to almost the same temperature as the rest of the house.
With Infracenter's Standard series, things work differently.
Each room has its own thermostat and can be controlled individually. You decide what temperature you want in the living room, bathroom, bedroom or guest room. This means that energy is used where people actually spend time instead of heating empty rooms unnecessarily.
| Room | Recommended temperature |
|---|---|
| Bedroom | 17–19°C |
| Living room | 20–22°C |
| Kitchen | 20–22°C |
| Bathroom | 22–24°C |
| Guest room | 15–18°C |
| Storehouse | 10–15°C |
| Hobby room | Adapted according to use |
It's not just smarter. It's often significantly more economical.
| Traditional heating | Standard series from Infracenter |
|---|---|
| Same temperature in large parts of the house | Individual temperature in each room |
| Central control | Room-by-room control |
| Heats even empty rooms | Energy is used where people live |
| Limited flexibility | Full control over comfort |
| Often higher basal temperature | Temperature adjusted as needed |
Family sitting in the living room while other parts of the house are not in use.
High comfort can mean lower energy consumption
Many people are surprised when they discover that they can lower the temperature in the house without it feeling colder.
The explanation is that Infracenter's infrared heating panels don't just heat the air. They also heat floors, walls, furniture and people directly. When these surfaces become warmer, the entire room is perceived as more comfortable.
This means that many people choose to maintain a slightly lower temperature than before while maintaining or even improving comfort.
A temperature drop of just one or two degrees can make a big difference to energy consumption over an entire year.
When this is combined with individual temperature control in each room, you get a heating system that uses energy much smarter than many traditional solutions.
The heat stays where it is most useful
Traditional elements primarily heat the air.
The problem is that warm air rises towards the ceiling while floors, walls and other surfaces often remain cold. When doors are opened or the ventilation is working, some of the heated air disappears and the heating system has to start over.
Infrared heating panels work in a different way.
When the heat hits walls, floors, furniture and other materials, the energy is stored in the building. These surfaces then continue to emit heat for a long time. The entire room becomes a heat reservoir.
The result is a more even temperature, greater comfort and a heat that feels significantly more natural than traditional convection heat.
Drier walls can be an unexpected saving
When people compare different heating systems, they often focus on energy consumption. But there are other costs that also affect the economy.
Moisture, condensation and mold can cause extensive damage to both residential and commercial properties. Remediation and restoration are often significantly more expensive than the heating itself.
Because Infracenter's infrared heating panels heat walls, floors and other surfaces directly, they help keep building materials drier and warmer.
This is one of the reasons why infrared heating has become a popular choice in, for example:
Older house
Cellar
Garage
Storehouse
Stable
Conservatory
For many, infrared heating is not just about warmth and comfort. It is also about protecting the property in the long term.
Many of our customers already have geothermal heating or air/water heat pumps.
If infrared heating were expensive and inefficient, people with modern heat pumps would never buy infrared heating panels.
But they do.
Every year we help customers who already have geothermal heating, air/water heat pumps or district heating to complement their existing systems with Infracenter's Standard series.
The reason is simple.
They want greater comfort where they actually stay.
Many people choose to let their existing heating system provide basic heating while using infrared heating panels to create a more comfortable temperature in, for example, the living room, bathroom, home office or other rooms where the family spends the most time.
It is clear proof that infrared heating is about much more than just heating.
It's about comfort.
That's why so many people choose the Infracenter Standard series
When customers contact us for the first time, it is often the Standard series that we recommend.
The reason is simple. It is designed to deliver what most people are really looking for:
Even and comfortable heat
Individual temperature control
High comfort
Discreet design
Easy installation
Long service life
The Standard series is used today in everything from villas and holiday homes to offices, restaurants, yoga studios and commercial properties.
The panels are developed based on experience from thousands of real installations and built to deliver the comfort that customers expect year after year.
Not all infrared heating panels are created equal
Many people think that an infrared panel is an infrared panel.
It's not that simple.
Two panels with the same output can give completely different results depending on construction, choice of materials, temperature, heat distribution and quality.
That is also why we have developed our own products instead of just selling standard solutions from other manufacturers.
When we describe the benefits of infrared heating, we base our work on products that we ourselves stand behind and know work in real life. That is an important difference.
Up to 10 years factory warranty – one of the longest warranties on the market
When you invest in a heating system, you want to know that the products will last over time.
That's why Infracenter offers up to a 10-year factory warranty on selected models in the Standard series.
It is one of the longest warranties on the market and a clear proof of the confidence we have in our products.
We know that our infrared heating panels last because they are developed to deliver the same high level of comfort year after year in both residential and commercial environments.
Infrared heating and solar cells – a smart combination
More and more property owners are now producing their own electricity using solar cells.
This makes infrared heating an even more interesting option.
Because Infracenter's infrared heating panels are powered by electricity, they are easy to combine with self-produced solar electricity. You avoid boiler rooms, water pipes and complicated installations while gaining full control over the temperature in each room.
For many customers, the combination of solar cells, smart thermostat control and infrared heating is a natural step towards a more energy-efficient home.
Summary – how much electricity does infrared heating consume?
The real question is not how much electricity an infrared heating panel uses.
The real question is how efficiently the energy is used.
When each room gets its own temperature, when heat is stored in walls and floors, when comfort increases and when empty rooms no longer need to be heated unnecessarily, the whole way of thinking about heating changes.
That's why more and more people are choosing Infracenter's Standard series. Not just for the warmth, but for the comfort, control and the feeling that the energy is being used where it is most beneficial.
Frequently asked questions about infrared heating and energy consumption
Does infrared heating use a lot of electricity?
With the right dimensioning and individual temperature control, energy can be used very efficiently because each room is heated according to its actual needs.
Can I control each room separately?
Yes. Each room can have its own temperature using individual thermostats.
Is infrared heating a good complement to geothermal heating?
Yes. Many customers use Infracenter's infrared heating panels to increase comfort in the rooms where they spend the most time.
Does infrared heating work together with solar cells?
Yes. Infrared heating panels are very easy to combine with self-produced solar electricity.
Why does Infracenter offer up to a 10-year warranty?
Because our products are developed for a long lifespan and we have great confidence in their quality, performance and durability.