Underfloor Heating Systems
Experience the ultimate in heating technology with our expertly designed underfloor heating systems. Our expert team will help you find the ideal solution for your home or business needs. Services include design, supply and installation.
BESPOKE UFH HEATING SYSTEMS
Explore the benefits of expertly designed underfloor heating systems. Our tailored systems provide efficient, even heating across your floor space, offering both comfort and energy savings for homes and businesses. We design and install systems suited to every type of building, ensuring reliable performance with quality materials and the latest technology. Whether you’re upgrading an existing space or starting a new project, our underfloor heating systems are designed to meet your requirements.
What is Underfloor Heating?
With early systems developed by the Romans, the concept of underfloor heating is not new. Today modern underfloor heating systems are becoming increasingly popular due to the many advantages they have over standard radiator systems. In simple terms a strong flexible pipe is laid within the floor in a series of loops. These loops are then coupled to a central manifold above ground. The manifold is connected to the overall heating system and warm water is blended to the correct temperature and passed through the underfloor pipework. As a result, the heat from the pipes is transferred into the entire floor, effectively turning it into a large, efficient, and invisible heat emitter. Moreover, underfloor heating can be installed in any property by utilising different flooring systems.
What Are The Benefits Of Underfloor Heating?
Underfloor heating offers a blend of comfort, efficiency, and modern design that’s unmatched by traditional heating methods. Unlike radiators that create hotspots, underfloor heating provides consistent warmth throughout the room, eliminating cold spots and allowing for more efficient energy use. This efficient heat distribution not only creates a comfortable environment but also reduces energy consumption and heating costs, making it a highly economical choice over time.
For homes and commercial spaces alike, underfloor heating frees up valuable wall space, allowing greater design flexibility and a cleaner aesthetic. It integrates seamlessly with renewable energy sources like heat pumps and solar power, providing an environmentally friendly, future-proof solution. With benefits in comfort, savings, and eco-compatibility, underfloor heating continues to be the preferred choice for forward-thinking property owners.
More Efficient
Underfloor heating can be up to 25% more efficient when compared to radiators.
Comfort
Heat gently emits from the floor, creating a warm and comfortable feeling underfoot
Space Saving
Radiators are not required where underfloor heating is installed, therefore freeing up space
More Control
Underfloor heating allows better use of heat across different rooms within the home
Health
Heat from the floor creates less movement of dust, leading to a healthier environment.
Flexiblity
In addition, there are multiple options for installing underfloor heating in any property
ECO
Importantly, underfloor heating is designed to run at a lower temperature compared to radiators, thereby enhancing energy efficiency
Renewable
Underfloor heating is the perfect combination for heat pumps and other renewable solutions, offering a sustainable heating option.
What Is A Wet Underfloor Heating System?
Wet underfloor heating, also known as hydronic or water-based underfloor heating, is a system that uses heated water circulated through a network of pipes installed beneath your floor. This gentle and efficient heating method allows warmth to rise evenly across the entire room, creating a comfortable environment without the need for radiators or other visible heating sources. Wet underfloor heating is an ideal solution for new builds, extensions, or renovation projects looking to integrate efficient and space-saving heating.
What Are The Benefits Of Wet Underfloor Heating?
One of the main advantages of wet underfloor heating is its efficiency. By operating at lower temperatures than traditional radiators, it can reduce energy consumption, making it a cost-effective heating solution for larger spaces or whole-home systems. Additionally, it pairs well with renewable energy sources like heat pumps, further reducing energy bills and your environmental footprint. This even heat distribution not only enhances comfort but also minimises dust circulation, promoting a cleaner and healthier indoor environment.
Heated Floors are specialists in water-based (wet) underfloor heating systems. Our clients benefit from a range of UFH services which include full system design, supply and professional installation if required.
UNDERFLOOR HEATING SYSTEM TYPES
Selecting the right underfloor heating system is essential to achieve lasting comfort and efficiency. At Heated Floors, we understand that each project is unique, requiring a tailored approach that considers the building type, flooring material, and specific heating needs. Our expert team will guide you through choosing the most suitable system, whether electric or water-based, to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency.
Solid Floor System – Clips and Rails
Underfloor heating pipe is fixed to pre-laid insulation (for example, Celetex) using either 60mm clips, adhesive backed clip and rail or a combination of both. Once laid and pressure tested the pipes are covered in typically 60-65mm of screed. This is generally considered as the most efficient form of underfloor heating with the conduction and heat storage abilities of the screed layer.
Solid Floor System – Fixing
An alternative to a Clips and Rail system is to use a Castellated Panel or Fixing panel system to secure the pipes. Once laid and pressure tested the pipes are covered in typically 60-65mm of screed. This is generally considered as the most efficient form of underfloor heating with the conduction and heat storage abilities of the screed layer. Castellated panels can also be provided with a thin layer of insulation on the under side where additional floor insulation is required.
Plate System
Aluminium diffuser plates are used to hold the pipes and conduct heat to create a more even temperature in timber joisted floors. Where the original joists are set at mostly 400mm centres then it is possible to lay the plates directly between the existing joists for minimum rise in floor levels. Any notching to existing joists must comply to building regulations. It is advisable that the plates are in direct contact with the floor decking and insulation is required below to avoid downward heat transfer.
Pug System
An alternative to the plate system is to use a ‘Pug’ system. This is useful when joist spacing is irregular or not at the right centres and a rise in the finish floor level is not possible. This can require more work to install, but does provide one of the best results on a suspended floor as it acts in the same way as a screed, where the sand/cement mix act an efficient conductor and a thermal store. Support is required below the insulation and a sand/cement mix is laid over the pipes and between the joists.
Overlay light System
1250x600x20mm foiled xps insulation panels, routed for 16mm pipe set at 150mm centres with three cross runs. These high-quality panels are best suited for floating floor applications and are not suitable for direct tiling over. Best practice is to apply a levelling compound to the floor substrate prior to laying the panels, and then to fit either a structural floor decking or a suitable engineered wood/laminate. Transit panels set at 50mm centres are also available to ease installations. (Typically allow 1.5 panels per 1sqm.)
Overlay Solid System
1200x600x20mm Cement faced xps insulated panels, routed for 16mm pipe set at 200mm centres. The panels require a solid base and should be stuck down with a flexible tile adhesive prior to laying and pipe. Once set, the panels are suitable to tile over, again using a flexible tile adhesive. Transit panels set at 50mm centres are also available to ease installations. (Typically use 1.5 panels per sqm)
EXPERT UNDERFLOOR HEATING SERVICES
Heated Floors provides a comprehensive technical design service to help customers plan their UFH projects with confidence. We are a local supplier with most underfloor heating systems and products kept in stock. Therefore, ready for same-day collection or next-day delivery. For added convenience, we also offer expert installation services to ensure a professional setup.
Bespoke Designs
Our technical team can provide comprehensive advice on flooring options, layout, and product selection while fully designing and quoting your project. Whether you have basic plans to provide or need us to arrange a site visit, we’ve got you covered.
Supplier
Heated Floors offers a variety of underfloor materials to suit any application or project. Not only does our comprehensive range offer quality, but it also provides competitive prices. Customers can order a bespoke system or individual items, such as controls, pipes, manifolds, and more.
Installation
When it comes to installation, testing, commissioning, and aftercare, Heated Floors can manage every aspect. Benefit from highly experienced UFH installers and commissioning engineers to work closely with you and your contractors.
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