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Underfloor Heating

An Introduction to Underfloor Heating

Underfloor heating warms a home via durable, flexible tubes laid beneath the floor. It's both efficient and cost-effective, providing several benefits over traditional radiators.

The ideal underfloor heating system for you hinges on several considerations, such as the nature of your project, your existing heating setup, and your primary energy source.

  • Compatible with most homes.
  • Enhances energy efficiency.
  • Frees up room space.
  • Offers the comfort of warm floors.
  • Allows precise temperature control across different areas of the home.

How Underfloor Heating Works

    • Less energy used than radiators20%
    • Efficient at point of use100%

Underfloor heating transforms the floor into a large, efficient, unseen heat source. It operates with heating tubes or cables beneath the floor that warm up, radiating heat upwards. Warm water systems use durable, flexible tubing, whereas electric variants employ cables.

Its coverage across a vast surface area allows for lower water temperatures than radiators, enhancing efficiency, particularly when paired with a heat pump. This method also evenly distributes heat, eliminating cold spots in the room.

Underfloor Heating or Radiators?

While radiators have traditionally dominated home heating choices, they might not be the most efficient option available.

A typical UK household using radiator heating produces approximately 2,745kg of CO2 annually. In contrast, a water-based underfloor heating system can operate with about 25% greater efficiency, reducing CO2 emissions to just 686kg per year.

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Underfloor Heating FAQs

1Is Underfloor Heating Cost-Effective?
Yes, underfloor heating can lead to significant energy bill savings, especially when paired with renewable sources like Biomass and Air Source Heat Pumps. By utilizing the natural principle of heat rising from the floor, efficiency is maximised.
2Can Underfloor Heating Work with Any Floor Finish?
Absolutely. Underfloor heating is compatible with all floor finishes, including carpet, vinyl, wood, tile, stone, and laminate. Specific flooring types might need particular systems, so checking with the flooring manufacturer for compatibility is advised.
3How is Underfloor Heating Controlled?
Underfloor heating is controlled via a thermostat, allowing you to monitor energy consumption, manage running costs, and tailor heating schedules to your lifestyle. For rooms with consistent heating needs, basic thermostats offer year-round temperature control.
4Does Underfloor Heating Provide More Space for Decoration?
Indeed. Since the system is installed beneath the floor, eliminating the need for radiators, you gain additional space to decorate your room without constraints.
5Is Underfloor Heating Easy to Install?
Yes, our underfloor heating systems are designed for quick and easy installation, typically completed within a few hours. This process is especially streamlined in new constructions when the system is integrated during the building phase.
6Is Underfloor Heating Energy Efficient?
Underfloor heating is highly energy-efficient, operating at lower temperatures than radiators but achieving the same level of warmth and comfort, thereby saving money and contributing to environmental preservation.
7Is Underfloor Heating Safe?
Underfloor heating is very safe. By being installed under the floor, it saves space and eliminates the risks associated with low-level hot surfaces and sharp edges, making it a safer option for homes with small children and nurseries.
8Does Underfloor Heating Distribute Heat Evenly?
Yes, underfloor heating spreads warmth evenly across the floor, eliminating cold spots in the room. This even distribution is achieved by laying insulation boards throughout the room during installation.
9How Quickly Does Underfloor Heating Warm Up?
Underfloor heating can warm up swiftly thanks to the insulation boards, ensuring the room heats up quickly so you're not left in the cold for extended periods.
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