Underfloor Heating Installation usually refers to the installation of electrical heating systems under a floor.



When considering electrical underfloor heating, the correct type of installation is required, as floors are constructed from various types of materials, and these need to be taken into consideration when undertaking such a project. Installation is determined by the type of floor and the type of system to be used. The three main types of system include:
  • Cables for tiled floors
  • Cables for for mats, carpets etc
  • Carbon film for wooden floors
A typical installation for a cable system on a concrete sub-floor would be: concrete sub-floor followed by flexible tile adhesive; insulation; cable system; more flexible tile adhesive, and then finished with the desired tiles.



Underfloor heating insulation can be carried out by specialist installation companies, or any competent DIY enthusiast.

Floor preparation is an important process when installing any underfloor heating system. Floor preparation for a cable heating system will include :
  • Concrete sub-floors - new concrete should be allowed to dry or cure naturally, and a thin layer of levelling compound may be applied if the floor is uneven.
  • Wood sub-floors- wood floors should be level and clean, and over laid with the appropriate plywood boarding if necessary.
  • Primer and or sealant may need to be used on both concrete and wood floors to enable good adhesion of the adhesives.
With underfloor heating the heat from the system will radiate both up through the floor and down into the wooden or concrete sub-floor. For this reason some form of thermal insulation is generally required, and a good quality thermal barrier between the heat source and the sub-floor can significantly improve the performance of any system. A good quality and thick insulating material will give better results, speeding up the warming process and saving money on electricity costs.

Underfloor heating is fast becoming popular. They are easy to use and once installed will provide many years of maintenance free heating. These systems are proving very popular because of their space saving qualities, there's no unsightly radiators, boilers or other heating appliances, and the heat is evenly distributed throughout the room. There are several different types of system. Most of them are powered by electricity, but some systems may even use hot water, however this requires a completely different type of installation.

Underfloor heating installation is mandatory in regions which experience extremes of winter season. But how can one get the right deal when it comes to these systems? It is an expensive up-gradation in both home renovation or building a new home. Here, we will be discussing how one can include it in one's home construction plans.

From installation to finishing, underfloor heating systems are of primary importance during the construction of homes. Hence, one can make use of some techniques and tips that must be considered during construction of the house. One must plan the installation and placement of pipes very carefully. For example, while installing the heating system in one's bathroom, one must be careful about the placement of the shower and the underfloor heating.

One must have more outlets in the pipes that are directly beneath the entrance of the shower cubicle so that as soon as you step out of the shower you feel warm. In the areas that will not be used often, there must be lesser number of pipes and fewer outlets. In this way, your bathroom will be warm and properly heated. The distribution of pipes, therefore, must be appropriate.

You must decide before beginning the construction of your house what type of heating you want in your house. There are two common types. One is the heating mats which has a self-adhesive mesh to which heating cables are attached. The other choice is the cabling kit which consists of lose cables as well as a thermostat programmer. The mat option is easier to install but the one with thermostat programmer is also very popular as it allows uniform heating.

Among the sub-floor heating too, there are three types of systems available. In all the three systems, pipes are installed under the floor but the source that causes the heating is different. For example, there is one in which heated water is passed through the pipes. These pipes then let out heated steam from small holes and heat the floor. In the other one, heated gas is passed through the pipes. In the third one, the pipes are heated with the help of electricity. Nowadays, electric heating systems are the most popular.

These heating systems help one in saving on bills as heat is conserved inside the room by this system and that is why it can cause heating faster. For optimal use, one must distribute these pipes throughout the home so that the whole house gets heated up simultaneously and at a much faster rate.

Underfloor heating installation does not need much maintenance and also does not spoil the décor of the room as it is not visible at all. So, get it installed to have a cosy warm winter this year.