How Is Underfloor Heating Controlled?
Underfloor heating is monitored and controlled by thermostats, which help to maintain a constant temperature throughout the property, or in individual zones (rooms). To choose your desired temperature, you can manually set it on the thermostat and make sure it is always placed 5ft above the floor on an interior wall, and away from windows to ensure it gives an accurate reading.
How Long Does Retrofit Underfloor Heating Take To Warm Up The Room?
When it is first turned on it will usually take around 2-3 hours to heat up a medium size room, however the type of floor covering you have chosen will have an impact for the time it takes to heat up. The best type of floor coverings are tile and stone as they are very good conductors and will give the best heat transfer in the least amount of time.
What Flooring Is Suitable For Underfloor Heating?
For the best heat transfer hard surfaces such as ceramic or stone tiles, vinyl, and engineered wood are the most efficient. Carpet can also be used on top of underfloor heating as long as the tog does not exceed 2.5.
What Is The Maximum Temperature For Underfloor Heating?
The maximum temperature depends on the floor covering used. Kindly refer to our Temperature Guide available on our Knowledge Centre to discover the maximum temperatures suitable for different floor coverings.
Is Underfloor Heating Cheaper To Run And More Efficient Than Radiators?
Yes, underfloor heating uses 15-40% less energy than traditional radiators, therefore resulting in significant cost savings (up to 15% for the average family home).
Underfloor heating is a far eco-friendlier and cost-efficient solution for a warmer home.