1. Take complete control – only heat the rooms you need to
Traditional heating systems with a simple on/off function are incredibly inefficient, providing unnecessary heat to rooms/areas that you may not be using. Underfloor heating systems, by contrast, are designed to provide heat to individual areas (zones) using programmable thermostats, which gives the homeowner complete control over which rooms are heated and when.
2. Spend less on your energy bills
Compared to a radiator system that uses high water temperatures (somewhere between 70-80°C), underfloor heating is a much more energy efficient system which only uses a water temperature of between 35-50°C, resulting in savings on your energy bills.
Pair your underfloor heating system with smart controls to have full control over your energy spending – you can see exactly how much you are using and how much it’s costing you. Individual zone controls are recommended if you’re looking to reduce your energy bill, so you are only using heat where required, turning down or off the heating in rooms that aren’t being used.
3. Constant, comfortable, and no cold spots
Hot and cold spots are a common problem with traditional radiator systems. Underfloor heating systems resolve this issue through pipe work which is laid at consistent spacings across the room: in essence, a large radiator that covers the full floor surface area. The even distribution of heat ensures consistency across the entire space, increasing the comfort of your home.
4. Let the interior design of your new home take priority
There is no need to factor in those space-consuming radiators when designing your room layout, resulting in complete freedom with your plans and a more aesthetically pleasing space. There’s also no need to worry about potential hazards, particularly with children in the home, when it comes to accidental burns or injuries from the sharp metal.
Once your underfloor heating system is installed, you’ll barely even notice it – it’s out of sight and the noise that comes with a traditional radiator system is non-existent. Almost no maintenance is required, other than the quick and simple recommended annual review to ensure optimum performance of your underfloor heating system.
5. Plenty of choice when it comes to your floor covering
Contrary to popular belief, all floor coverings are compatible with underfloor heating systems, such as tiles, laminate, vinyl, solid wood, and even carpets. We have an article dedicated to specific various types of floor coverings suitable for underfloor heating, which you can read [here].
6. Banish harmful bacteria in your home
Traditional radiator systems use convection heating to warm up your home, causing pollen and harmful bacteria to circulate freely in the home, which can be linked to ill health. You can make a huge improvement to the air quality in your home by swapping to an underfloor heating system which is a form of radiant heating, meaning the harmful bacteria and pollen can no longer circulate as freely.
7. Lower your carbon footprint – the simple way to make a difference
Currently, heating is the single largest contributor (almost one third) of all household emissions in the UK. Swapping traditional radiators for a more energy efficient heating system, such as underfloor heating and heat pumps, reduces your individual environmental impact and is much kinder to the planet.
