meaning significant savings can be achieved. These savings increase as time goes on, meaning installation of underfloor heating continues to deliver benefits even a decade after installation. This is due to an underfloor heating system being able to work with low water temperatures, mak- ing it particularly suited for condensing boilers and heat pumps, resulting in reduced energy con- sumption and lower heating costs. Additionally, properly designed underfloor
heating solutions incorporate multiple heating zones, which allows the end-user to control more than one system in the house. This results in a tailored heating solution, allowing different rooms to be heated at various temperatures to ensure rooms are not unnecessarily heated which provides the end user with complete con- trol of the heat output in their home.
Adding value to a more comfortable building
Underfloor heating systems can be installed into both new-build properties and retrofitted to older homes, meaning there is a wide range of build- ings that can have a system installed. Ensuring people are made aware of the flexibility of underfloor heating is important, as are the gains from installation. Arguably the biggest and most lucrative reason underfloor heating should be considered is the added value it brings. Homes with underfloor heating command a
higher resale than homes with standard radia- tors thanks to the luxurious properties and benefit
of adding more space to rooms. As underfloor heating is unobtrusive and saves significant space – with most homes saving up to 15 per cent of floor and wall space that would have been taken up by radiators – each room can be utilised, giving end users more freedom in the design of their interiors. In addition to adding value to a property,
underfloor heating generally brings more comfort to the end user as the heat can be dis- tributed to suitable preferences. As cold air is denser than warm air – meaning the cold air will be pulled downwards by gravity – having traditional radiators means cold air is always pooled around the floor, and conversely the warm, less dense air is at ceiling height. However, with underfloor heating, the warm air starts on the floor and rises making it more com-
fortable to end users and ensures the warm air is not wasted. Additionally, the silent-running properties of underfloor heating means the end user experiences reduced noise, providing added comfort, while the fact that underfloor heating covers the whole floor means there are no cold spots in a room which may have previ- ously occurred with conventional radiators. As more people consider underfloor heating,
it is important for self-builders and end users to understand the benefits of the various systems. While price may be a difficult hurdle to over- come, the overall benefits show that the initial cost is simply an investment to a long-term sig- nificant gain. As with many products, there are some better than others and it is important to ensure the system installed is reliable and, more importantly, futureproof.
Enq. 207 Easyflow UFH and screed
Easyflow is dedicated to providing its clients with the very best UFH systems, complimented by flowing screeds offer- ing higher flexural and compressive strength, improved surface flatness and greatly improved heating perform- ance. Quality products and good advice ensure that you get the best possible results from your heating system. Once your UFH and screed are installed you will be provided with a two year workmanship guarantee that in the rare chance that any defects
occur, Easyflow will cover all call out and labour costs. For more information, please visit the company website.
0845 0179 700
www.easyflow.org.uk Enq. 209 Developers choose DEVImat for their luxury home
Electric underfloor heating (UFH) from Gaia has been installed throughout the private residence of the directors of Lifestyle Design & Build. The DEVImat system is a popular choice for installa- tion in bathrooms, shower rooms and other locations where rapid warmth is required all year round, including in the summer months when the main heating system is switched off. Installed just below the surface of the floor, the DEVImat electric coils respond quickly, producing a warm surface promptly
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when required. However, it is equally suitable for use in other locations, including under carpeted floors in living rooms and bedrooms. The system was combined with 8mm and 12mm insulating boards to create level floors.
Enq. 210 64 selfbuilder & homemaker
www.sbhonline.co.uk
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