Compare Infrared Heating vs Other Options

Compare Infrared Heating vs Other Heating Options

This comparison hub provides a clear overview of how infrared heating compares with other common heating systems used in UK homes and commercial buildings. It is designed to help you understand where infrared performs best, how it differs from alternative technologies, and which options may be more suitable for different usage patterns.

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Infrared heating vs air source heat pumps

Air source heat pumps can deliver high seasonal efficiency when used for steady, whole-home heating with well-designed emitters and insulation. Infrared heating is particularly well suited to intermittent or zone-based use, such as bathrooms, extensions, studios, garden rooms, and high-ceilinged spaces, where reducing total run-hours and wasted warm air is important.

Infrared heating vs traditional systems

Compared with gas boilers, radiators, and storage heaters, infrared heating delivers fast radiant comfort with minimal disruption. It avoids air stratification and cold spots and is well suited to retrofits or single-room upgrades. Unlike convection heating, infrared targets people and surfaces directly, creating quicker perceived warmth with independent room control.

How to choose the right system

Step 1: Calculate the correct wattage for each room using our Wattage Calculator.
Step 2: Match the system to how you heat your space. For continuous, whole-home heating, heat pumps may suit some properties. For zoned or part-time heating, infrared systems can reduce overall running hours.

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Next steps

Work out wattage: Use the Wattage Calculator for each room.
Learn the basics: Read the Infrared Heating Guide.
Browse products: Explore all infrared heaters or infrared panels.

Exceptional Infrared Heating Solutions and Service

I recently purchased infrared heating panels from Infrared Heating Supplies and couldn’t be happier. The products are of high quality, heating my space efficiently and evenly. The customer service team was incredibly helpful, answering all my questions and guiding me through the selection process. Delivery was prompt, and the installation instructions were clear. I highly recommend their products to anyone looking for reliable and effective heating solutions.

Highly recommended

As a charity we were so grateful to receive all the help and advice from Infrared heating supplies , we couldn't recommended the company more highly. From the quote so we could apply for funding to the installment, nothing was too much trouble.

Great service, very helpful with information and updates on delivery. Would use again.

I bought the lighting / heating panel for the renovation of my bathroom which has yet started. Tested the unit & the only problem was in pairing the remote control, but once done worked very well. It was well made & the design will fit in well with what I want to achieve. Remains to be seen how it performs in situ, but I am impressed so far.

Really helpful and knowledgable team, were very happy to help over the phone advising us on the right product for our project