Everything you need to know when buying electric underfloor heating
What is electric underfloor heating?
Electric underfloor heating is the simple and most efficient way to heat your home. Suitable in any room and under any floor finish (plus with the added benefit of not needing a radiator) it will heat your room from the ground up, eliminating cold spots to provide a more comfortable living space for everyone.
You can install Thermonet electric underfloor heating under any floor finish
TILE | STONE
Tile and stone floor finishes are perfect for electric underfloor heating because they have a high thermal mass and high thermal conductivity. This means that they can deliver radiant heat quickly and retain heat well creating the perfect spread of heat.
A layer of insulation should always be included to minimize downward heat loss and maximize the efficiency of your electric underfloor heating system.
WOOD
We recommend using engineered timber or laminate floor finishes with electric underfloor heating. Engineered timber is manufactured to withstand temperature fluctuations eliminating the potential for warping and discoloration.
Always check with your floor finish manufacturer for recommendations on maximum temperature, and use temperature limit settings on your control.
CARPET
A carpeted floor can work effectively and efficiently with your underfloor heating system however we always recommend that you consult the carpet manufacturer to ensure the chosen carpet is suitable for use with your underfloor heating system. Your carpet and underlay must have a maximum TOG rating of 2.5 to maintain efficiency.
VINYL
Vinyl floor finishes perform extremely well with electric underfloor heating and are becoming increasingly popular. Most vinyl brands are now recognizing the suitability and popularity of electric underfloor heating and have successfully tested and manufactured vinyl flooring to be compatible. Please check with your manufacturer to be sure.