Although there are many types of heat-delivery system for the home, they are all either mainly convection or radiant in the way they do their job.
Convection heating systems circulate heated air around a room, taking with it allergen-containing dust particles. Radiant heating, however, warms the air directly and so does not disturb the dust. Radiant heating is also preferred because it prevents "cold spots", thus reducing mould growth and dust-mite numbers.
Forced-air heating systems
These systems have a poor reputation for blowing dust around. However, if you regularly vacuum, there should be less dust to become a problem. Remember to maintain and clear a forced-air system regularly, especially the ducting, to prevent the build up of dust, mould, and bacteria.
Conventional radiators
As long as you vacuum regularly underneath and behind the units to prevent dust building up, conventional radiators, which heat mainly by convection, can be satisfactory in a low-allergen home.
Underfloor heating
In underfloor heating, heated water is passed through pipes laid under the floor. The heat is mainly radiant, so that the air and, therefore, dust is left undisturbed. Underfloor heating makes hard-surface floors, and may possibly keep carpets too dry for house-dust mites (and mould). It is best installed when a house is being built, or when a floor is being laid as part of rebuilding, such as a house-extension project.
Radiant skirting (base) boards
This method of radiant heating can be installed in existing homes. The normal, solid skirting (base) board is replaced with a hollow one containing either heated-water pipes connected to a boiler or electrically heated pipes. The heated skirting (base) board radiates heat evenly through the room and does not disturb dust.
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