Underfloor heating offers a range of benefits that sets it apart from traditional radiator systems. It’s a stylish option that adds to the value of your property, it’s quiet in operation and does not circulate dust and allergens around the room. It’s also great for rooms that can be difficult to heat using other forms of heating, especially if there’s limited wall space.
A system of pipes is embedded into the floor to distribute the heat from a boiler or heat pump. This heat is carried through primary pipework to one or more distribution manifolds where it’s then pumped into underfloor piping circuits designed to heat specific areas of the floor.
These underfloor heating systems are available as wet and electric systems, with wet systems connecting to a boiler while electric systems connect directly to the power supply. In either case, they’re designed to be as energy-efficient as possible to reduce the amount of fuel used for heating.
Underfloor heating systems have a long lifespan and need minimal maintenance, making them an excellent choice for many homes. This is especially true when they’re installed using specialist polyethylene underfloor heating pipe such as Layflat. This is a highly durable, high-quality, Kitemarked and BBA certified product that’s specially designed to be used in UFH applications. It features an inner barrier that prevents the ingress of oxygen molecules and eliminates corrosion, giving it a very high lifespan. In addition, it’s easy to handle and is available in coil lengths of between 25m and 300m. This allows plumbers to use the same material for multiple plumbing projects, increasing commercial viability and reducing product wastage. Underfloor heating pipe
