UNDERFLOOR HEATING
WHICH IS BEST?
The experts at ThermoSphere provide a straightforward guide to choosing between electric and wet underfloor heating systems.
Thinking about underfloor heating? It’s a smart way to eliminate cold floors and enjoy consistent, comfortable warmth. Before you start, you’ll need to decide between electric and wet (hydronic) underfloor heating.
Neither system is automatically better – the right choice depends on your space, budget and how you’ll use it. Let’s look at how each works and when one may be more suitable than the other.
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Wet systems tend to be best suited to heating big spaces and large renovations where floor levels can be planned in advance. The pipes require a certain floor depth and are typically embedded in screed, meaning they are easier to install before flooring is laid.
Electric systems are ideal for new builds, retrofits and smaller spaces or single-room projects. They require minimal floor build-up and can be fitted directly beneath tiles, stone or other finishes. This makes them a popular choice for bathrooms,
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