Radiant heating for church: gentle warmth and heritage preservation

Efficiently heat the nave, choir, and chapels without altering the architecture

Churches, cathedrals, and chapels are historic places often difficult to heat. Large volumes, vaulted ceilings, ancient materials, and heritage conservation impose constraints that make classic solutions ineffective or unsuitable. Electric radiant heating offers a respectful and efficient solution by targeting worshippers and usage zones directly, without damaging the building’s integrity.

Why choose radiant heating for a church?

Radiant heating works by emitting infrared rays: it heats people and surfaces without warming all the air in the building, which is crucial in a tall, poorly insulated space:

• Immediate, targeted warmth on pews and worshippers
• No air movement: protects artworks and antique furniture
• No impact on humidity or materials
• Discreet installation: wall or ceiling mounting with minimal visual impact
• Low energy consumption through zonal heating

Application areas in a church

• Main nave and pews
• Choir and altar
• Side chapels
• Entrances and narthex
• Adjacent parish rooms

What type of radiant heating for a church?

• Short wave (IR-A): for very open and cold areas (nave)
• Medium wave (IR-M): for gentler radiation in chapels or choir
• Discrete models: matte black, white or custom colours to blend with architecture

Recommended power by area

• Pews and individual bays: 1,500 to 2,400 W per zone
• Choir and altar: 1,800 to 3,000 W depending on area
• Side chapels: 1,200 to 2,000 W depending on attendance

Installation advice

• Wall or balcony mounting at 2.5 to 4 metres height
• Targeted orientation on seating or celebration zone
• Use of specific supports for listed buildings
• Suitable IP rating if humidity or condensation present (minimum IP44)

Heritage preservation and public building standards

Our heating solutions comply with the specific constraints of historic places:

• Low visual impact: customizable colours, discreet cabling
• No risk to frescoes, paintings or old woodwork
• Conforms to public building safety standards
• Smart control options (service schedules, event scenarios)

Also to discover

• Heating for places of worship: mosques, temples, oratories
• Heating for marquees and outdoor events

Looking for a solution to heat your church without altering its historic charm? Contact our experts for a tailor-made project respectful of architecture and heritage constraints.