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Retrofitting with underfloor heating is all about upgrading for comfort and efficiency, and to do this most effectively, we recommend that every customer invest in underfloor heating insulation for their system. This allows your system to work to its full potential, providing a high level of heat output at a more cost-effective rate. In this guide, we’ll be going through all the reasons why underfloor heating insulation is so important. We’ll give you all the information and advice you need to be able to make an informed decision when it comes to purchasing insulation for your retrofit project.

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is: ‘What type of flooring can you use with underfloor heating?’. There are many things to consider with each option, so it’s important to fully understand what types of flooring are suitable for underfloor heating. The most commonly used flooring types for underfloor heating, in order of popularity, are:  Tiles/natural stone – Porcelain, ceramic, granite, marble, travertine etc. Vinyl – Karndean, Amtico etc. Engineered wood – usually 14mm-18mm Solid wood – 22mm max Carpet – max 2.5 tog rating But why are some more popular than others? There are many things to consider when choosing flooring for underfloor heating, such as thermal conductivity, insulation properties, style, etc., all of which ultimately affect your decision.  Let’s take a closer look at the 5 most popular flooring choices for underfloor heating, exploring how well suited they are, as well as which flooring types you might want to avoid.

We often get asked the question, “….how much is it per m²?” It is difficult to give an accurate answer without specifying the system to the exact requirements of each individual, for example: Our 1 port kit (£299.97+vat with thermostat) will cover: 20m² with 200mm pipe spacing 15m² with 150mm pipe spacing Or 10m² with 100mm pipe spacing (which is often used for conservatories, heat pump use etc.)

All of our kits, with the exception of the single room thermostatic valve kit would require a separate room thermostat. The thermostatic valve kit measures the return water temperatures to open and close the mechanical valve.

If you’ve started looking for a new underfloor heating system and are wondering if you can get underfloor heating for joisted floors, this guide will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision. At UFH1, we specialise in providing underfloor heating systems for all flooring types, including traditional timber joists and modern floor joisting systems.

The cost of underfloor heating depends on the size of the installation and the individual conditions in your home. The cost of installing underfloor heating in your home depends on your answers to several questions. Do you have the necessary skills to install the system yourself, or will you require professional installation? How big is the area where the heating system will be installed? What type of system will be installed? Wet underfloor heating systems, in which hot water produced by your boiler is pumped through pipes laid beneath the floor, are often more expensive to install than dry underfloor heating systems, in which electric wires supply the heat. However, wet systems are more efficient and therefore have lower running costs.

Underfloor heating can be fitted underneath carpeted floors, but there are some factors that you need to take into consideration to work out whether underfloor heating is a good choice if you have carpet. If your carpet is too thick and insulating, you won’t feel the benefit of the underfloor heating because the heat will not be able to penetrate through into the room. Instead, the heat will be trapped beneath the carpet where it could cause overheating.

Wooden floors have enjoyed a boom in popularity in recent years, with more home owners than ever recognising the advantages of a floor that is easy to clean,durable and attractive. If you are considering installing a heating system underneathyour wooden floor, there are some factors that you should take into account beforeyou go ahead with the installation. Wood is an insulator, which means that it slows down the transmission of heat produced by the underfloor heating system, reducing the system’s efficiency. However, wood is less insulating than other flooring types such as carpet. The heat transmission characteristics of the wood can also be beneficial in that wood holds onto heat for a long time after the underfloor heating system is turned off, which means that the room will be kept warmer for longer by the underfloor heating system. The floor will feel pleasantly warm but not hot underfoot.

Choosing the right underfloor heating kit for your one-room setup depends on a couple of factors such as room type, room size, pipe spacing and desired heat output. In this guide, we’ll help you find the perfect UFH kit for your one-room project, so you have all the necessary information before making a purchase.

Our products are manufactured in Europe and meet the highest possible accreditations in underfloor heating. We offer industry leading warranties based on the following: 50 year pipe warranty 10 year manifold warranty 2 year pump warranty