Underfloor - Dry
Underfloor heating is probably the most efficient form of heating a building. There are many types of underfloor heating mainly dry or wet. Dry or electric is most practical in small areas like kitchen and bathrooms or where “wet” or centrally heated underfloor heating is impractical - usually due to cost of installation, which is in small areas.
With dry or electric there are different methods of heating the floor, either buried in a screed or laid on insulation on top of screed or wooden floor. It can be beneath tiles, flooring or carpet. The heating can be a freeform cable or cable attached to matrix matting. Each room can have its own independent time and temperature settings, in effect an individual zone.
As the electric cables are heated they dissipate heat to their surrounding area.The overall heat distribution within a room makes for a more comfortable living environment. As the heat rises upwards it warms the whole body making it feel warmer at a lower temperature. Because of this effect thermostats can be set to a lower temperature, say 18℃ as opposed to 21℃, further saving energy. Another key design factor is to ensure correct heat output to the room without overheating the floor surface temperature. This can break up the screed, crack tiles and is uncomfortable on the feet for the occupants. As experienced installers of Underfloor heating we have full Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance and guarantee all our work, parts and labour for 12 months.
Underfloor heating reduces fuel consumption, cuts costs and cuts carbon emissions, saving money and the environment. It may give a property a higher score on its energy performance rating (see below) and may help achieve a higher level on the code for sustainable homes (see below) on new build properties.
We are experienced installers and we Specify, Design, Install and maintain our domestic underfloor heating systems to best suit your individual situation and requirements.
For further independent consumer advice and information please see:
www.planningportal.gov.uk/buildingregulations/greenerbuildings/sustainablehomes
