How to heat your room efficiently: the best solutions and their prices

A clear and practical overview to help you find the ideal heating solution for your bedroom: the right temperature, balanced comfort, controlled energy use, and everyday safety. Whether your bedroom feels a bit chilly or you’re building or renovating and unsure which heating system to choose, here’s a summary of the available options – their comfort levels, pros and cons, and estimated costs.

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Recommended bedroom temperature

• In living areas, the ideal temperature is usually around 20 °C, but that can be too warm for a bedroom – 17 °C is often more comfortable for sleeping.

• For infants, it’s best to keep the room between 18 °C and 20 °C, as babies are less able to regulate their body temperature.

Main heating solutions

1. Radiators

   • A common and efficient choice that quickly warms up a room.

   • They allow you to adjust the temperature in each room individually.

   • However, they can take up space, may not always look appealing, and sometimes provide less even heat distribution compared to other systems.

   • Approximate cost: from €120.

2. Underfloor heating

   • Operates at low temperatures (typically between 35°C and 55°C for water-based systems).

   • Provides gentle, even warmth that rises from the floor – very comfortable and pleasant.

   • It’s also discreet, as nothing occupies wall space.

   • However, it takes longer to heat up, costs more to install, and not all floor coverings are suitable.

   • Approximate cost: €32–61/m².

3. Wall heating

   • A variation of water-based heating, with pipes integrated directly into the walls.

   • Also works at low temperatures, ensuring even heat distribution and good comfort.

   • It shares the same benefits as underfloor heating – space-saving and visually seamless.

   • On the downside, it requires major construction or renovation work and responds more slowly to temperature adjustments.

   • Approximate cost: €32–61/m².

Sizing & practical tips

• To calculate the required heating power for a radiator, multiply your bedroom’s floor area by the ceiling height to get its volume. A common rule of thumb is around 70 W per cubic meter to reach approximately 18°C.

• The level of insulation plays a key role – the better the insulation, the less power you’ll need.

  
  

Pros and cons to keep in mind

Solution	Pros	Cons
Radiator	Heats up quickly, adjustable, affordable	Uneven heat distribution, takes up space
Underfloor heating	High comfort, even warmth, aesthetic	Expensive, complex installation
Wall heating	Space-saving, consistent warmth	Heavy installation work, slower response time
Convector / portable electric heater	Low initial cost, fast heating	High energy use, less comfort
Infrared heater	Direct, rapid heating	Limited effect on overall room temperature
Air-to-air heat pump	Versatile, energy-efficient	High upfront cost, variable performance

conclusion

The best choice depends on your needs, budget, and level of insulation.

• For long-lasting comfort, integrated systems like underfloor or wall heating are ideal.

• For occasional or quick heating, electric or infrared heaters are convenient – though they consume more energy.

  
  

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