Choosing the best underfloor heating system for screed floors can, at first glance, seem a minefield of considerations and technical information.
Clockwork Underfloor Heating designs and installs a range of underfloor heating systems. Working with our sister company, Clockwork Screed, we specialise in underfloor heating systems for screed floors.
Types of underfloor heating systems
To begin, let’s explore the types of underfloor heating systems available.
Primarily, there are two types of underfloor heating system; wet and dry.
- A wet underfloor heating system is a network of pipes laid in an evenly spaced, loop configuration, through which hot water is controlled and pumped by a boiler or renewable alternative such as an air source heat pump.
- A dry underfloor heating system is powered by electricity. It consists of a series of heating cables, ribbons and films. Loose wire configurations are often selected for irregularly shaped rooms, mat systems are ideal for tile and stone floors, and foil mat systems are designed for laminate flooring.
Dry underfloor heating systems are cheaper to install, while wet underfloor heating systems are cheaper to run.
What are screed underfloor heating systems?
A screed underfloor heating system has the pipework or electric cables embedded within liquid screed. The screed acts as a thermal mass that absorbs the heat and distributes it evenly across the floor surface. The screed also provides a smooth surface onto which a final floor covering such as vinyl, engineered wood or tiles can be laid.
The best underfloor heating system for screed floors
When deciding between different underfloor heating systems, the best underfloor heating system for screed floors with a large surface area is usually considered to be a wet system due to the low running costs. For new builds, electric screed systems are often preferred due to their energy efficiency for smaller spaces, and cheaper installation.
The best screed for underfloor heating
It is widely agreed that the best screed for underfloor heating is liquid screed, such as the cementitious liquid screed supplied by Clockwork Underfloor Heating.
Free flowing liquid screed fully encapsulates the pipework thanks to its self-compacting properties. This eliminates the chance of heat escaping through air pockets which would impact the efficiency of the UFH system.
Benefits of liquid screed for underfloor heating
Some of the benefits of liquid screed for underfloor heating are:
- Thin application – because liquid screed is so strong, it can be laid very thinly; as little as 25mm in depth. For underfloor heating, 40mm is the standard application for enhancing the responsiveness of the underfloor heating system
- Uprated underfloor insulation – the space saved by the thin application of screed provides room for uprating the underfloor insulation. Insulation underneath the UFH system is essential for avoiding loss of heat down into the subfloor
- Even distribution – the thin application of liquid screed facilitates an even distribution of heat throughout a room
- The formulation of liquid screed is designed to deliver exceptional thermal conductivity, enhancing the performance of the UFH system.
Clockwork Screed: Experts in the design and installation of the best underfloor heating systems for screed floors
Clockwork Screed would be delighted to assist with your UFH project. Get in touch by calling 0161 546 6945 or complete an online enquiry form.
Plan, Insulate, Heat and Screed
Our 4 Step Process
1
Planning & design
2
Lay insulation
3
Install underfloor heating
4
Pour liquid floor screed
PROJECT FOCUS
High end Residential, Manchester
We planned and installed an underfloor heating system into a contemporary home in Manchester. Not only that, we finished the installation with a smooth, even and high quality liquid floor screed.
Our team worked with the end user’s architect, ensuring the home benefitted with a visually striking but also inherently comfortable and environmentally conscious heating solution.
The client now enjoys an enhanced living experience, reduced energy bills, and an aesthetically uncompromised living space that flows through the whole house.
See What Our
Customers Say
“From our initial consultations to the flawless installation, Clockwork’s team demonstrated not just technical prowess, but a nuanced understanding of architectural essentials.
Their underfloor heating system effortlessly merged into our designs, preserving every ounce of spatial aesthetics while embedding an unperceivable, yet palpably comforting warmth throughout the residence.
In Clockwork, I found more than a solution provider; I discovered collaborators who understand, respect, and enhance the architectural journey. Their integrative approach, precision, and unyielding commitment to quality have made them my go-to partners for all underfloor heating needs.”
D. Smith
Architect, Cheshire
Why work with us
For your Underfloor Heating Project?
Expertise in underfloor heating: Specialists in underfloor heating installation for residential and commercial needs.
Unique advantages: Providing distinct benefits over traditional heating methods to both homeowners and businesses.
One-stop solution: Offering a comprehensive four-step process (Plan, Insulate, Heat, & Screed) for a streamlined underfloor heating solution.
Collaborative approach: In partnership with our sister company, Clockwork Screed, ensuring a unified solution for insulation, underfloor heating, and screeding.
Simplified project management: Eliminating the complexity of dealing with multiple suppliers, facilitating a smoother and hassle-free project execution for architects, contractors, and homeowners.
