Screeded system
A stapled underfloor heating system is a cost-effective and efficient wet (hydronic) heating solution where heating pipes are secured directly to insulation boards using staples. This system is commonly used in new builds or major renovations where a screeded floor finish is planned.
Key Components
High-density insulation bords (such as as PIR or EPS) placed beneath the pipes to prevent downward heat loss.
A wet screed (sand-cement or liquid anhydrite) is poured over the pipes to provide a solid, heat-conductive surface, which is typically 50-75mm thick, ensuring good thermal mass for heat retention.
Compatible with tiles, engineered wood, vinyl, laminate or carpet (maximum TOG recommendation is 1.5 TOG including underlay). Typically 16mm or 20mm diameter PEX / PE-RT or multilayer composite pipes. Laid in a serpentine or spiral pattern for even heat distribution. Secured using U-shaped staples or clips, driven into insulation.
Key Features & Benefits
- Cost-Effective: Simple materials and quick installation make it an affordable solution.
- Strong Heat Retention: Screed acts as a thermal mass, ensuring efficient and prolonged heating.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for large areas, new builds, and renovations with sufficient floor height.
- Ideal for Heat Pumps & Boilers: Works well with modern heating.
Applications
- New build houses / apartments and extensions
- Large open-plan areas
- Projects where a screeded floor finish is planned
- Spaces where heat retention is a priority
Grooved Overlay System
Our grooved overlay option is a low-profile, retrofit-friendly solution designed for installation over existing floors. It consists of pre-routed panels that securely hold heating pipes in place, ensuring efficient heat distribution.
Key Components
Typically made from high-density polystyrene, chipboard, or gypsum board
Pre-formed grooves accommodate the heating pipes in a precise layout
Some panels include an aluminium foil layer to enhance heat transfer.
Applications
- Home renovations and retrofits
- Apartments and properties with floor height constraints
- New-builds where a screed-free option is preferred
Our overlay boards are compatible with tiles, laminate, engineered wood, and carpets (maximum TOG recommendation is 1.5 TOG including underlay)
Key Features & Benefits
- Low-Profile Design: Making it ideal for retrofits with minimal impact on floor height.
- Quick Installation: Dry-fit panels reduce installation time compared to traditional screed systems.
- Efficient Heat Distribution: Groves ensure optimal pipe positioning for even heat output.
- Compatible with Heat Pumps & Boilers: Works efficiently with modern heating sources, enhancing energy savings.
- Minimal Disruption: Can be installed over existing floors, avoiding major construction work.
Aluminium Plates System
pipes are fitted within specially designed aluminium plates that help distribute heat evenly across the floor surface. This system is commonly used in joisted floor constructions, making it ideal for both upper floors of new builds and retrofit projects.
Key Components
Aluminium Heat Spreader Plates made from thin-gauge aluminium for excellent heat conductivity. Designed with preformed channels to hold the heating pipes securely in place. Typically installed between timber joists.
Heating Pipes are Laid into the preformed grooves of the aluminium plates to ensure maximum heat transfer.
Insulation Layer Placed below the aluminium plates to prevent downward heat loss and improve efficiency. Common materials include mineral wool, PIR or EPS.
Subfloor or Floor Decking In joisted floors, plywood or chipboard is laid over the plates to support the final flooring.
Floor Covering Compatible with engineered wood, laminate, tiles, and carpets.
Key Features & Benefits
- Fast Response Time: Aluminium plates spread heat quickly and evenly, ensuring rapid warm-up times.
- Energy Efficient: Works well with low-temperature heating sources like heat pumps.
- Low-Profile Solution: Adds minimal height compared to screed-based systems.
- Lightweight & Dry Installation: Ideal for timber-framed buildings and upper floors where a wet screed isn’t suitable.
- Versatile Application: Can be used in both joisted and floating floor setups.
Applications
- Timber joisted floors (e.g. suspended floors in older properties)
- Floating floor installations where screed is not feasible
- Upper floors and loft conversions
- New builds & retrofit projects
Cradle & Batten System
Key Components
Adjustable Cradles made from plastic and composite materials support the
battens and allow for precise height adjustment, making it ideal for levelling uneven subfloors.
Engineered Timber Battens are placed across the cradles to form a stable base
for flooring. Spaces between battens allow for heating pipes and insulation placement.
Underfloor Heating Pipes installed in aluminium heat diffuser plates or an overlay board within the batten voids for even heat distribution.
An Insulation Layer positioned below the heating pipes to reduce downward heat loss and improve efficiency.
Floor Decking which is typically cement board, screedboard, plywood or chipboard laid over the battens.
Floor Covering compatible with engineered wood, laminate, vinyl, tiles or carpet
Key Features & Benefits
- Adjustable Floor Height: Ideal for projects requiring floor levelling or increased void space for services.
- Excellent Acoustic & Thermal Performance: Often used with acoustic insulation, making it great for multi-story buildings.
- Fast & Dry Installation: No need for screed, reducing, installation time and avoiding long drying periods
- Energy Efficient: Works efficiently with low-temperature heating sources such as heat pumps.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for new builds, refurbishments, and commercial properties.
Applications
- Commercial buildings & offices requiring raised floors
- Residential retrofits where floor height adjustment is needed
- Multi-story apartments & hotels for enhanced acoustic insulation
- Heritage buildings where a dry installation is preferred over screeded systems
Electric Heating Mat System
An electric mat underfloor heating system is a thin, easy-to-install solution that uses pre-spaced heating cables embedded within a mesh mat. This system provides efficient and uniform heat distribution and is ideal for both new builds and renovations, particularly where wet underfloor heating is not feasible.
Key Components
Heating Mat consisting of a flexible mesh with pre-attached heating cables which are available in various wattages. The mat can be cut and shaped for custom layouts.
Insulation Board (optional) Foam or tile backer boards installed below the heating mat to reduce heat loss and improve efficiency. The board is essential when installed over concrete Subfloors.
Adhesive or Self-Levelling Compound is used to fix the mat securely to the Subfloor. A thin layer of self-levelling compound can be applied afterwards to improve heat distribution and provide a level surface to lay a floor finish.
Floor Covering Compatible with tiles, engineered wood, laminate, vinyl and carpet (maximum TOG recommendation is 1.5 TOG including underlay).
Key Features & Benefits
- Ultra-Thin & Low-Profile: Typically adds only 2-5mm to the floor height, making it ideal for renovations.
- Fast Warm-Up Time: Direct heat transfer ensures quick and even heating.
- Easy Installation: Simple roll-out design with minimal disruption.
- No Need for Screed: A dry installation process reduces project time.
- Compatible with Renewable Energy: Can work with solar PV systems for sustainable heating.
Applications
- Bathrooms & kitchens where additional warmth is needed.
- Retrofit projects where floor height is a concern.
- Apartments and small rooms where wet underfloor heating isn’t practical.
- New builds seeking a supplementary heating solution.
