Many homeowners experience that their home feels cold even though the thermometer shows the correct temperature. The floors feel cool, some rooms feel less comfortable and the comfort does not meet expectations.
In many cases, the problem is not that the temperature is too low.
It's about how the heat is experienced.
After several thousand installations of infrared heating panels, Infracenter has seen the same thing time and time again. When floors, walls and other surfaces feel cold, many people experience that the entire home feels colder than it actually is.
This is also why cold floors and cold feet are one of the most common comfort problems in Swedish homes.
That's why Infracenter sees the same problem in thousands of homes
Since 2014, Infracenter has helped customers across the Nordic region create a more comfortable indoor climate using infrared heating panels.
Over the years, we have delivered several thousand panels to villas, holiday homes, offices, hotels, yoga studios and commercial properties.
Even though the buildings look different, the same question recurs time and again:
"Why are we freezing even though the temperature is right?"
Experience from thousands of installations shows that the answer is often about cold surfaces rather than the number of degrees on the thermometer.
Comfort is about more than air temperature
When people describe a home as warm or cold, it's rarely just about the air temperature.
The temperature of the floor, the temperature of the walls and how evenly the heat feels in the room affect comfort at least as much.
This is why two homes with the same temperature can feel completely different.
This is why some homes feel warmer than others
| Factor | Impact on comfort |
|---|---|
| Warm floors | Higher comfort |
| Even temperature in the surfaces | More comfortable indoor climate |
| Cold floors | Lower perceived temperature |
| Cold walls | The body gives off more heat |
| Cold draft from window | Increased sensation of cold |
| Warm surfaces in the room | Increased well-being |
When floors, walls and furniture maintain an even temperature, many people find that the entire home feels more comfortable.
Cold floors affect comfort more than many people think
Cold floors are one of the most common reasons why people feel cold at home.
When the floor feels cold, the body loses heat to the surroundings. The result is that the entire body can feel colder even though the air temperature is completely normal.
Many people therefore try to solve the problem by raising the temperature throughout the house. In practice, it is often the comfort of floors and surfaces that needs to be improved.
Many people get colder with age.
All people experience temperature differently.
Age, activity level and how much time you spend sitting affect how warm a room feels.
Many people notice over the years that cold floors, cold walls and cold surfaces are experienced as more bothersome than before. Therefore, an even and comfortable indoor climate often becomes more important as we get older.
That's why many customers choose infrared heating panels from Infracenter.
Infracenter's infrared heating panels are developed to contribute to high comfort by heating floors, walls, furniture and other surfaces in the room.
When these surfaces store heat, many customers experience that the home feels more even, cozier and more comfortable to live in.
That is also why our panels are used in everything from villas and holiday homes to hotels, offices, yoga studios and commercial properties throughout the Nordic region.
The floor becomes an active part of the heating
When infrared heating panels are used, the heat is absorbed by the floor and other surfaces in the room.
The floor then becomes an active part of the heating instead of a surface that constantly feels cool.
For many customers, this is one of the most appreciated effects of infrared heating because it increases comfort throughout the room.
Temperature and comfort are not the same thing
A common misconception is that comfort is only about how many degrees the thermometer shows.
In practice, the experience is affected at least as much by the temperature of the floor, walls and other surfaces.
The same temperature can provide completely different levels of comfort
| Situation | Perceived comfort |
|---|---|
| 22°C air but cold floors | Lower comfort |
| 20°C air and warm surfaces | High comfort |
| Cold feet | The whole body feels cooler |
| Warm floors | More comfortable indoor climate |
| Uneven temperature in the room | Lower well-being |
| Even temperatures in the surfaces | Higher comfort |
That's why many people find that their home feels more comfortable when floors and other surfaces maintain an even temperature.
How much power is needed in homes?
As a rule of thumb, we usually expect around 100 W per m² in modern and normally insulated homes.
Example of dimensioning
| Living space | Recommended installed power |
|---|---|
| 10 m² | approx. 1,000 W |
| 15 m² | approx. 1,500 W |
| 20 m² | approx. 2,000 W |
| 25 m² | approx. 2,500 W |
| 30 m² | approx. 3,000 W |
| 40 m² | approx. 4,000 W |
Why do we count on approximately 100 W per m²?
Many people are surprised when they see that we often calculate around 100 W per m² when sizing infrared heating panels.
The reason is that we want to ensure high comfort and that the infrared waves reach all the way down to the floor, walls and other surfaces in the room.
It is when these surfaces begin to store heat that the big difference is felt. The floor becomes more comfortable to walk on, cold zones are reduced and the temperature feels more even throughout the room.
Cold floors are one of the most common reasons why people freeze even though the thermometer shows the correct temperature. That's why we dimension our systems to provide sufficient power so that the infrared waves reach where they are most beneficial.
The table shows the recommended installed power to achieve high comfort. However, this does not mean that the panels operate at full power all the time. Once the desired temperature has been reached, the thermostat automatically regulates the heat according to the current needs of the building.
High comfort and energy-efficient heating
When comfort is improved through warmer surfaces and more even temperature distribution, many customers experience that the home feels comfortable even at a slightly lower air temperature.
This is one of the reasons why Infracenter's infrared heating panels have become a popular option in modern homes where both comfort and energy efficiency are prioritized.
Quiet heat without drafts
Infracenter's infrared heating panels work completely silently and without moving parts.
Many people appreciate the calm and pleasant indoor climate that occurs when heat is distributed evenly throughout the home.
Why customers choose Infracenter
Infracenter is today the Nordic region's leading specialist in infrared heating panels.
Since 2014, we have helped thousands of customers create better comfort in residential and commercial properties.
Advantages of Infracenter
✔ The Nordic region's leading specialist in infrared heating panels
✔ Own products developed by Infracenter
✔ Several thousand installations every year
✔ Comfortable and even heat
✔ Up to 10 years factory warranty
✔ Stylish design for walls and ceilings
✔ Solutions for both homes and businesses
✔ Expert knowledge in infrared heating since 2014
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about cold floors and cold feet
Why am I freezing even though the temperature is right?
It is often due to cold floors, cold walls or other surfaces that affect how the temperature is perceived.
Can infrared heating panels contribute to warmer floors?
Yes. Many customers find that floors and other surfaces feel more comfortable when they are heated and store heat.
Are cold floors common in Swedish houses?
Yes. Cold floors are one of the most common comfort issues that homeowners experience during the colder months of the year.
Do I need to raise the temperature throughout the house?
Not necessarily. In many cases, the problem is cold surfaces rather than low air temperature.
Why choose Infracenter?
Infracenter is the Nordic region's leading specialist in infrared heating panels and has helped thousands of customers create a more comfortable indoor climate since 2014.
Summary
Cold floors and cold feet are often a sign that the comfort of the home can be improved, even when the temperature according to the thermometer is correct.
After several thousand installations, Infracenter has seen that warmer surfaces and more even temperature distribution often have a major impact on how a home is experienced.
With Infracenter's infrared heating panels, many customers choose to invest in a more pleasant indoor climate, greater comfort and a heating solution that is used and appreciated every day.