Hydronic Balancing DIY – Step 5: Volumetric Flow Calculation

by Martin Schlobach | Last updated: Nov 20, 2024 | 0 comments

In the fifth step of the”Hydronic Balancing DIY” series, we will calculate the volumetric flow for each radiator in the example building. In the previous steps for hydraulic balancing, we recorded all the important data and can now process it. Tip: You can...

Hydronic Balancing in Comparison: Static vs. Dynamic vs. Adaptive vs. Thermal

by Martin Schlobach | Last updated: Apr 5, 2024 | 2 comments

In today’s article, I’ll try to explain the differences between static, dynamic, adaptive (automatic) and thermal hydronic balancing. I’ll also explore the following question: Is automatic hydronic balancing possible with smart radiator thermostats?...

Hydronic Balancing DIY – Underfloor Heating and Floor Warming

by Martin Schlobach | Last updated: Feb 9, 2024 | 0 comments

This article is about the difference between underfloor heating and floor warming in the series “Hydronic Balancing DIY”. As I suspected underfloor heating in the kitchen of our example building and couldn’t find any documentation, I asked the...

Hydronic Balancing DIY – Step 4: Calculate Radiator Output

by Martin Schlobach | Last updated: Feb 3, 2024 | 0 comments

In the fourth step of the “Hydronic Balancing DIY” series, we will focus on how to calculate radiator output for existing radiators. We need the radiator output to determine whether the installed radiators are sufficiently dimensioned for the desired...

The Big Overview: Adapters for Thermostatic Valves

by Martin Schlobach | Last updated: Apr 12, 2024 | 22 comments

You have probably just bought a new thermostat and are trying to attach it to your radiator valve. But somehow it doesn’t work. The solution seems simple: You need an adapter for your radiator valve. However, as there is a veritable jungle of valves, it is not...