Choosing the right underfloor heating system is essential for producing the distribution of heat you need, meeting your budget and achieving environmental goals.
Choosing the right underfloor heating system
Clockwork Underfloor Heating can help with choosing the right underfloor heating system.
There are several underfloor heating systems to choose from, depending on whether a wet underfloor heating system or dry underfloor heating system is most suitable:
- A wet underfloor heating system is connected to a boiler and circulates warm water from the central heating system through a continuous network of plastic pipes. Wet underfloor heating systems supplied by Clockwork UFH are:
- Screed systems
- Low profile systems
- Suspended floor systems
- A dry underfloor heating system is essentially an electric system that consists of heating cables, ribbons and films. Dry underfloor heating systems supplied by Clockwork UFH are:
- Loose wire configuration systems
- Matting systems
- Foil mat systems
How to choose the right underfloor heating system for your project
If you are an architect, property developer or contractor, it is critical you choose the right underfloor heating system on behalf of your client. Likewise, if you are a homeowner you will need the most suitable underfloor heating system for your needs.
So, how do you choose the right underfloor heating system for your project? Firstly you need to decide between a wet and dry underfloor heating system. Your decision will depend on your budget, your environmental commitment and the size and location of the room to be heated. A further consideration is the type of floor finish you want in the room.
Budget – installation vs running costs
Wet underfloor heating systems cost more to install than dry systems, but they are cheaper to run because they consume less energy by heating at lower temperatures than dry systems or traditional radiators.
Dry underfloor heating systems are cheaper to install, particularly for retrofit projects in existing homes.
The underfloor heating system’s impact on the environment
The superior energy efficiency of wet underfloor heating systems is further enhanced when connected to a renewable heat pump.
Size and location of the room
Wet underfloor heating systems are ideal for larger rooms and spaces, while small rooms are cheaper to heat with electricity.
If the room is located where there is no connection to the central heating system, it is usually more cost-effective to opt for a dry system.
Your choice of flooring
Wet and dry underfloor heating systems can be installed under a range of flooring types, although ceramic and stone tiles are the most effective due to their excellent heat transfer properties.
Dry matting systems were designed for tile and stone floors, while the dry foil mat system was designed specifically for laminate flooring.
For wet systems, vinyl, laminate, carpet and rugs are not usually recommended. Vinyl and laminate should only by exposed to temperatures under 27°, and carpets and rugs insulate and trap heat rather than distribute it.
Clockwork UFH – underfloor heating specialists
Clockwork UFH are your underfloor heating specialists. Get in touch for help with choosing the right underfloor heating system for your project.
FAQs
Do you offer a free underfloor heating consultation?
Yes. Call us on 0161 546 6945 to discuss your project.
Do you plan and design bespoke underfloor heating systems?
Yes we use CAD (computer aided design) software to plan and design the most suitable bespoke underfloor heating system for each project.
How long does it take to install an underfloor heating system?
It depends on the size of the room, the type of system selected and whether new flooring needs to be installed. We can provide an estimate of how long it will take once we have all the relevant information.
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.
