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Which Floors Suit Underfloor Heating Systems Best?

The Best Floors for Underfloor Heating

Buying a brand-new floor is not essential because it may provide a better heat source. Always choose what you prefer. After all, you have to live with it. Some floor coverings act as better conductors for underfloor heating, but whichever one you select, you’ll still benefit from its effectiveness and comfort.

Here we discuss the following:

• Hard Surfaces

• Carpets and Rugs

• Polished Screed

Hard Surfaces

These are considered the best for underfloor heating, particularly stone or ceramic tiles, as they transfer the heat from the system upwards more efficiently. These are perfect for hallways, kitchens and bathrooms. Vinyl, linoleum, solid woods and laminates will also provide a decent heat source, with the timbers and laminates more suited to living and bedroom areas.

Bear in mind that some coverings, particularly wood and laminate flooring, must acclimate to the new underfloor heating system. For vinyl and linoleum, a fitted sensor can regulate heat buildup and prevent heat damage to the surface.

Carpets and Rugs

Carpets will still allow heat to flow upwards, but the effect may not be as favourable due to their thickness and the added underlay. That’s not to say they won’t work, so if they’re your preferred choice of floor covering for your Winchester property, you’ll still reap the benefits of having both warmth and softness beneath your feet.

Our professional plasterers at Andover Plastering recommend avoiding polyurethane or felt underlays, as they may slow heat transfer.

Please contact us for other recommendations and advice from our staff regarding our dry lining, plastering or rendering company services.

Polished Screed Flooring

Underfloor heating will work remarkably well for renovations and new builds where floor screeding or liquid screeding has been installed and polished to a high finish. The screed is an excellent thermal conductor, so you won’t need to keep your thermostat set high during the colder months. These systems are only available for ground-floor heating, but as we spend most of our days downstairs – for those of us who don’t live in bungalows - clients will certainly experience the cost-effectiveness of modern flooring.

Please let us know if you wish to visit any previous sites in Winchester or the surrounding areas where we’ve successfully conducted our underfloor heating installations, dry lining, floor screeding, liquid screeding and rendering company services. At Andover Plastering, our team of knowledgeable and committed plasterers will be delighted to escort you. Reviews and testimonials are also available for your consideration.