Can you imagine stepping out of bed in the morning and feeling heat radiating from the floor? Though they may see luxurious, radiant flooring systems are not just for the rich and famous, they have actually been around since ancient Roman times. In addition, as decadent as they sound, radiant floor systems can be surprisingly energy efficient, too. Rather than conditioning air and forcing it through ducts to heat your home, radiant flooring relies on the simple science of infrared radiation; heat is transferred from the floor surface directly to the air above. The floors not only feel warm to the touch, but also keep the room a consistent, comfortable temperature in the winter. Think of it as if you are turning the entire room into a radiator that does not burn to the touch.