Underfloor Heating Systems and Solutions

Underfloor heating is quickly becoming the number 1 energy-efficient heating system for homes across the UK. Underfloor heating gently warms people and objects in the room from the ground up making it the most pleasant form of heating.

We are an underfloor heating company offering the best systems in the UK. With a range of electric and water kits, there is a floor heating system to suit any project.

How Does Underfloor Heating Work?

Well, essentially it works by heating your floor, essentially turning your floor into a radiator. There are 2 types of underfloor heating.

Wet systems use a series of pipes under the floor while electric systems use cables. Both systems are embedded into the floor to heat your room from the ground up. This means the heat is evenly distributed and eliminates any cold spots!

What are the Benefits of Underfloor Heating?

• More Comfortable than Radiators: Underfloor heating provides a much more even form of heat which radiates through the floor. Not only does this feel more natural, but it also eliminates any cold spots in the room and doesn't feel stuffy. You can also enjoy the luxurious feeling of walking barefoot on your lovely and warm floor!
• Low Running Costs: UFH is extremely efficient which is why we are seeing new-build homes with underfloor heating installed as standard.
• Frees Up Wall and Floor Space: Say goodbye to radiators taking up space in your rooms and having to arrange your furniture around them. Because underfloor heating is under the floor, there are no exposed heating elements in the way.
• Safer than Radiators: Floor heating systems are safer for children and perfect for pets. They're even good for those who suffer from allergies! Because underfloor heating rises from the floor, air circulation of dust and mites is heavily reduced. This makes the air cleaner, and not having heating elements exposed prevents children from touching hot heating surfaces.

Which System is Best for Me?

The suitability of electric or water underfloor heating depends on your preferences and your project specifications.

Water floor warming systems are generally the preferred choice if you are completely ripping up your floors or if it is being installed in a new build project. However, water systems can be costly and require a lot of work to install, especially in a renovation project.

Electric systems are ideal for smaller areas or renovations as floor level rises are kept to a minimum, and installation is typically quicker and easier.

Electric Systems

There are a range of electric underfloor heating systems such as heating mats, cables and decoupling membrane kits. They offer fast heat-up times and have little impact on floor heights.

• The heating wire is connected to mains electricity supply.
• Ideal for smaller rooms such as bathrooms or in renovation projects.
• Fast to install and set up.
• Little to no impact on floor heights.

Water Systems

Our range of wet underfloor heating systems are ideal for use in new build projects or complete renovations. The low running costs and longevity of the systems make them the perfect choice and utilise manifolds and underfloor heating pipes to distribute warm water installed in your subfloor.

• Uses heating pipes in underfloor circuits to evenly distribute heat.
• Great for new builds and renovating large areas.
• Low long-term running costs.
• Ideal with heat pumps and traditional heat sources.

We offer an entire range of underfloor heating supplies to suit any floor type or room. Get in contact with us today for a free quote and we will give you the best underfloor heating system for your needs.

What is the Cost of Underfloor Heating?

Floor heaters offer lower long-term running costs than your traditional radiator heating system. They help to lower your energy bills while helping the environment, which is an important factor to consider.

The cost of a system really depends on a few key points and which system you are looking at installing. Electric underfloor heating costs less to install, but the running costs are typically higher, especially with the current energy prices in the UK.

Wet systems on the other hand tend to be more expensive to install but offer lower running costs long term.

A great way to make sure your ufh system is running efficiently is to make sure you have adequate insulation and that you are using smart thermostats or heating controls to manage your heating. Use our Room Size Calculator to estimate your requirements more accurately.