Effortless warmth from the ground up.
Underfloor heating delivers consistent, gentle heat throughout your home – no radiators, no cold spots. It’s an energy-efficient way to stay warm and comfortable, whether you’re renovating a room or planning a new build. With electric and water-based systems available, there’s an option to suit every space.
How underfloor heating works?
Underfloor heating runs heating cables or warm water pipes beneath your floor, radiating heat evenly across the entire surface. Once installed, it gently warms the room from the ground up, improving comfort and freeing up wall space.
There are two main types of underfloor heating – electric and warm water (wet). Both work by running either heating cables or flexible pipes beneath the floor surface.
Once the system is switched on, it evenly heats the floor, creating consistent and comfortable warmth throughout the room.
Choosing the right system
Electric heating is simpler to fit and works well for small spaces, but tends to cost more to run.
Water systems are more efficient over time, but require deeper installation and are best for larger or newly built areas.
We recommend speaking to a qualified installer to ensure your home, floor type and insulation are all considered.
Which heating to choose
Deciding whether to install electric or water underfloor heating depends on the property and the homeowner’s preferences.
Let’s take a closer look at the two types of underfloor heating and why you might choose one over the other.
Electric underfloor heating
Easy to install and great for retrofits or single-room projects, electric systems are ideal for bathrooms, kitchens and awkwardly shaped spaces.
Options include:
- StickyMat systems use ultra-thin cables attached to a self-adhesive mesh for quick, secure installation and even heat.
- Heating mats provide fast, uniform warmth and can be laid over timber or concrete subfloors.
- Loose wire systems are ideal for intricate spaces and curved areas.
They're best paired with heat-conductive floors like tile, stone or marble.
Warm water underfloor heating
Water-based systems are perfect for new builds or full renovations, offering long-term energy savings and low running costs. Pipes are laid into screed and connected to your boiler or heat pump via a manifold system. They work with a range of heat sources, including gas, solar and renewables, and are ideal for whole-home heating.
Pairing with heat pumps: Water systems are highly efficient when powered by heat pumps, using lower temperatures to reduce energy bills and carbon emissions by up to 40%.
Smarter controls for energy savings
Every system should be controlled by a thermostat with a floor probe, ensuring safe, steady temperatures. By directly measuring the floor temperature, the thermostat ensures that the floor temperature remains constant and can not rise beyond the specified limit.
Advanced options like the 4iE smart thermostat learn your habits and suggest energy-saving changes, like turning off earlier before you leave home, helping you save up to 40% on heating bills when paired with a heat pump.
