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Decision Guide
Use this guide to quickly decide whether this product is the right fit for your room, installation type, and heating goals.
Best for
- Homes wanting heating with no visible emitters
- Rooms with limited wall space
- Renovations where floor height cannot increase
- Extensions and garden rooms
- Multi-zone smart heating layouts
- Modern minimalist interiors
Not ideal for
- Rooms where ceiling cannot be accessed or modified
- Situations needing instant hot air blast heating
- Areas exposed to moisture or outdoor conditions
- Very high ceilings without appropriate design planning
How it works
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Description
The iHelios Infrared Ceiling Heating Film Kit is a complete, room-ready solution for radiant ceiling heating. It bundles infrared heating film with the core installation essentials (depending on selection), delivering comfortable warmth from above by heating people and surfaces directly. Ideal for homes, offices, extensions, and retrofit projects where you want invisible, space-saving heating.
What’s included in the kit?
Kit contents vary by configuration/variant selected on this page. Typically includes:
- Infrared heating film (300 mm wide) sized for your layout
- Installation essentials (cabling, fixings)
- Thermostat and reflective insulation sold separately
Please check the selected variant for the exact included items.
Why ceiling infrared heating?
Ceiling installation keeps floors and walls free and can be ideal where floor build-up is limited. Radiant heat travels into the occupied zone, supporting even comfort without drafts.
Key benefits
- Invisible heating (concealed above ceilings)
- Even radiant comfort across the room
- Room-by-room thermostat scheduling
- Quiet, low maintenance system (no moving parts)
Technical specifications
- Heating technology: Carbon-based infrared radiant heating film
- Supply voltage: 230–250 V AC
- Maximum surface temperature: 50 °C
- Control: Designed for use with electronic thermostat regulation & scheduling
- Film power output (per linear metre): 66 W
Installation guidance
Intended for concealed installation above ceilings as part of a complete system. Electrical connections must be completed by a qualified electrician and installed in accordance with applicable regulations and supplied iHelios guidelines.
EcoDesign & ErP Lot 20 compliance
Designed to support compliance with the EU EcoDesign Directive (ErP) Lot 20 when installed as part of a complete system. Pair with appropriate electronic thermostat control (scheduling and temperature regulation) to support improved seasonal efficiency.
Overall ErP performance depends on system configuration, control class, and correct installation.
Certifications & compliance
- Manufactured in accordance with applicable UK and EU electrical safety standards
- UKCA and CE-conform components suitable for compliant installations
- Designed for use with thermostat control to meet modern safety and efficiency requirements
Frequently asked questions
Is it visible after installation?
No—concealed above the ceiling finish.
Do I need a thermostat?
Yes—recommended for safe, efficient regulation and scheduling.
Can it be primary heating?
Often yes—subject to heat-loss, insulation, coverage and correct design.
Designed as a reliable infrared heating film UK system for underfloor and ceiling heating installations.
Running Cost Calculator
System Information
Solar & Battery (Optional)
Reducing Your Running Costs
Reduce the running costs of your heating using these below tips
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Adequate Insulation
Ensure adequate insulation.
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System Zoning
Zone the system into rooms such as kitchen, lounge, hallway and WC. This will allow independent control of these areas in which areas may be used more frequently than others.
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Thermostat Programming
Thermostat programming is an essential step when using your infrared heating system. Having the system scheduled to run at higher temps at key points within the day and lower temperatures when the room is not being used can save on the pocket.
This calculator provides estimates based on typical infrared heating performance. Actual costs may vary depending on insulation, usage patterns, and local energy rates. Solar generation assumes UK average of 2.7 kWh/kWp/day with 50% alignment ratio. Battery efficiency assumes 90% round-trip efficiency. Consult with an energy professional for precise calculations.