Radiator versus floor heating, what is better?

Question

having hard time deciding what is better, old fashioned radiators or underfloor heating system.

Answer 1

Radiant heat, hands down, is best!  

Answer 2

There's no question that floor heating is cheaper in the long run than radiator heating (although carpeting will decrease the savings), but otherwise the choice is mainly personal preference. I don't think anyone can't say which is "better" - it depends on what you like.

Many people love the feeling of a crisp, cool floor on their feet in the morning (I do - I detest floor heating for this very reason). Others who prefer a warm floor would also prefer underfloor heating. Aesthetics are another concern - some people hate radiators, while others like well-kept-up copper radiators.

Answer 3

Go with the underfloor heating. It is distributed evenly and wonderful!

Answer 4

Hydronic radiant heat is the best heat by far, the second best  is good old fashioned  hydronic cast iron radiators . Mass is the key . the floor becomes a giant radiator  , therefore   the floor is essentially a giant radiator . i am sure you will get someone to say that  forced warm air will be the best heat you can get , but that is just nonsense . the inital cost of radiant is expensive but the comfort level is awesome . and the efficency  is  unbeatable.