Underfloor Heating Systems
Underfloor heating is a way of heating a home through strong and flexible tubing that is embedded in the floor. It is efficient and affordable, offering numerous advantages over radiators.
There are various types of underfloor heating systems available. The best underfloor heating solution for you will depend on a range of factors including your project type, your current heating system and energy source.
Screed floor pipe fixing methods
Suitable for new builds and extensions, screed floor pipe fixing systems are typically used on ground floor levels. Heat is transferred from pipes encased in screed to the finished floor level. Underfloor systems are constructed over a slab or oversite base with edge insulation fitted around the perimeter to allow for expansion and contraction, as well as to stop heat conduction from the floor to wall.
Timber floor pipe fixing methods
Suitable for new builds, extensions and renovations, timber floor underfloor heating pipe fixing systems are typically used on upper floor levels. Pipe is installed into single or double grooved aluminium spreader plates that transmit heat evenly across the finished floor surface. For existing floor structures install between battens and for new floors, fix between existing joists. If the floor can be raised, floors can also be counter battened to make installation even easier.
Existing floor pipe fixing methods
Suitable for retrofit projects, existing floor pipe fixing systems can be used with timber, suspended or solid floors. High-density grooved foil-faced panels hold underfloor heating pipe firmly in place and can be laid directly on top of existing solid floors, under the floor between timber joists or over the floor between battens.
Low-profile pipe fixing methods
Suitable for retrofit projects, low-profile underfloor heating pipe fixing systems are used to keep overall floor height build up to a minimum, without compromising heat output. There are a variety of options available for either timber or screed floor applications.
