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Underfloor Heating Under Laminate

Discover the powerful combination of laminate and underfloor heating

What is underfloor heating under laminate?

Underfloor heating under laminate flooring is a heating system that is installed beneath a laminate floor surface that works to provide consistent warmth across any room. Laminate is a popular choice for underfloor heating due to its ability to conduct and distribute heat efficiently.

Benefits of laminate underfloor heating

Even heat distribution
Even heat distribution
Unlike radiators that can create hot and cold spots, underfloor heating will provide consistent warmth across the whole room, eliminating draughts and making your entire place feel comfortable.
Free up wall space
Eliminate radiators
Say goodbye to radiators, reduce the movement of air and dust that traditional radiators can cause, leading to improved air quality - ideal for allergy sufferers.
Energy Efficiency
Energy efficient
Underfloor heating for laminate floors are designed to be highly energy-efficient, using a lower temperature when compared to traditional radiators. By distributing heat evenly, these systems also reduce energy waste, saving up to 15-20% on heating bills.

Types of underfloor heating systems for laminate floors

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Choosing the right underfloor heating system for laminate

Room size

The floor size of your project will play a significant role in deciding on the best underfloor heating system for your project.

For smaller rooms, such as a bathroom or a kitchen, an underfloor heating foil is often the ideal choice due to its easier installation and faster warm-up time.

For larger areas, such as an open plan laminate-floored living area or a laminate-floored conservatory, water underfloor heating is the recommended choice due to its lower running costs.

Floor height

The available thickness or height of your floor build-up with underfloor heating installed will be a big influence on your final choice.

With electric underfloor heating foil, it has a much lower profile overall and so is ideal for renovations, adding little to no overall floor height to your room.

On the other hand, water underfloor heating systems typically have a bigger build up, adding extra height to the floor. This is an important consideration if your room has low ceilings, doors you want to avoid altering, or if you're concerned about creating uneven floor heights between a room with underfloor heating and one without. Water-based systems are ideal for new builds or when integrated into an extension, where changes to the floor structure are more easily accommodated.

Budget

Budget is an important factor when choosing an underfloor heating system.

With electric underfloor heating foil you'll find it has a lower upfront cost and is easier to install, making them a budget-friendly solution for smaller rooms or renovations, however can be slightly more expensive to run over time.

Water underfloor heating has a higher installation cost, but is more cost-effective in the long term due to lower running costs. Running costs can be next to nothing when paired with a renewable energy source such as a heat pump, making it an efficient and sustainable heating solution.

Energy efficiency

If energy efficiency is a priority in your home or project, water underfloor heating connected to a heat pump is often the best choice.

Electric underfloor heating foil is more suited for areas where quick heating is needed, but will consume more electricity if part of a full-house heating set up. However, if you have solar panels installed, the cost of electric will be significantly reduced, offsetting the energy consumption with the electricity generated by your renewable energy source, making it a more cost-effective option for your home in the long term.

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Can underfloor heating be used under laminate flooring?

Yes - underfloor heating can be used under laminate flooring. Laminate is a suitable material for underfloor heating because it has good thermal conductivity, allowing heat to be efficiently distributed throughout the room. Both electric and water-based underfloor heating systems can be used beneath laminate flooring.

However, it is important to ensure that the system is properly installed, with the surface temperature not exceeding 27 degrees Celsius to prevent damage to the laminate.

Do you need underlay for laminate underfloor heating?

For laminate flooring with underfloor heating, it's important to install an insulation board beneath the system. This acts as both underlay and insulation, helping to improve heat efficiency. Products like ProWarm™ ProFoam Insulation Boards are ideal for this purpose, as they help to reflect heat upwards, ensuring better energy efficiency and a more evenly distributed warmth throughout the room.