A garden room should feel like a real part of your home — not a cold outbuilding you only use in summer. iHelios infrared heating gives garden rooms, garden offices, gyms, studios and annexes fast, comfortable warmth without radiators, pipework or bulky wall heaters.
Our ultra-thin infrared heating film can be installed beneath suitable floors or within ceiling build-ups, creating an invisible heating system that warms people, surfaces and the room fabric directly. For modern insulated garden rooms, this means quick comfort, clean design, smart control and no wasted space.
Why iHelios Infrared Heating Works So Well in Garden Rooms
✔ Instant Comfort Infrared warms people & surfaces, not the air — perfect for on/off heating.
✔ Ultra-Thin Fits beneath laminate, LVT, engineered wood, or into ceilings.
✔ Low Running CostsGreat thermal efficiency in small insulated spaces.
✔ No Radiators More usable wall space, better interior design.
✔ Works Off-Grid Can run from PV, battery.
WHY HOMEOWNERS GARDEN ROOM BUILDERS CHOOSE iHELIOS
For Homeowners:
A premium, modern heating system that keeps your garden room usable year-round — without bulky radiators or costly electric convectors.
For Trade:
iHelios helps you offer a high-value, low-installation-time upgrade that customers love.
- Cuts install time by 40–60% vs traditional heaters
- Pre-cut rolls for your standard room sizes
- Clear wiring diagrams and technical support
- Boosts your product spec sheet and customer satisfaction
Best Heating Options for a Garden Room
| Option | Good points | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Fan heater | Cheap and fast | Noisy, dries air, heat disappears quickly |
| Oil radiator | Simple plug-in option | Slow warm-up and takes up space |
| Electric panel heater | Easy to install | Visible on the wall |
| Air-to-air heat pump | Efficient heating and cooling | Higher installation cost and visible indoor unit |
| iHelios infrared film | Invisible, silent, smart controlled | Best planned during build or refurbishment |
APPLICATIONS
Our electric infrared heating film offers:
How Infrared Heating Works?
Instead of heating the air and losing warmth through draughts and glazing, infrared heats people and surfaces directly. In a well-insulated garden room, this means faster warm-up, more stable comfort and lower running costs. For you as the builder, it means a slim solution that integrates with your floor or ceiling build-up without redesigning your structure.
Garden Room Heating for Builders and Installers
iHelios is ideal for garden room builders who want to offer a clean, modern heating upgrade without radiators, pipework or bulky heaters. We can support trade partners with product advice, heating calculations, installation guidance and supply options for standard garden room sizes.
If you build garden rooms — whether 10 a year or 500 — we support you with:
Trade pricing & margin protection Technical design & heat loss calculations
Installer/electrician training
Marketing assets & support for your showroom
Model-by-model heating packs ready for your brochure
STANDARD HEATING PACKS FOR GARDEN ROOMS
- Underfloor or ceiling infrared foil kit (sized to your floorplan)
- Smart or digital thermostats – wireless or wired options
- Optional Plug in battery solar integration for low-running-cost packages
- Installation diagrams for timber studios, SIPs and pods
- Full technical support for your installer or electrician
Yes. Infrared is one of the best heating options for garden rooms because it heats surfaces and people directly, not the air. This makes it fast, efficient and perfect for small, well-insulated spaces.
Typically within 5–15 minutes, depending on insulation and room size. Infrared delivers radiant comfort much faster than panel heaters or convectors.
Absolutely. iHelios foil works perfectly with timber-framed studios, SIPs, log cabins, insulated pods and composite buildings. The installation depth is less than 6 mm, so it integrates seamlessly into floors or ceilings.
DIY-friendly installation is possible for confident users, especially in dry rooms. However, we recommend a qualified electrician for final connections and certification to meet local building regulations.
iHelios infrared heating works under:
Laminate
LVT
Engineered wood
Carpet (with correct underlay)
Vinyl (with correct stability layer)
Yes. iHelios pairs perfectly with:
- Solar PV
- Home batteries
- Off-grid systems
This allows extremely low running costs and can make the garden room energy-positive.
Yes. Compatible thermostats allow Wi-Fi, app, and voice assistant control for full heating automation.
No ongoing maintenance is needed. Unlike water-based systems, electric film has no moving parts or fluids. It’s designed for long-term use and reliability.
Infrared is extremely safe — no combustion, no fumes, no risk of leaks or burns. All iHelios foil is UKCA/CE certified