Surprising as it may seem, under floor heating has been used since the days of the Roman Empire as a form of central heating. Any type of gas fuelled boiler can be used to provide the heat for a under floor heating system. Pipes are usually run underneath the floor surface and the heat from the water passing through the pipes transfers directly into the floor.  Over the years technology, as you can imagine, has greatly improved the efficiency of this technique and if you have ever stepped onto a heated bathroom floor in the dead of winter you will feel it first hand or first foot for that matter.

A warm floor creates warm air convection and this in turn heats the surrounding living space. Under floor heating is an exceptionally straightforward but highly effective way of providing a comfortably warm indoor climate with an even distribution of heat.

Here are some reasons to choose a heated bathroom floor:

1. Comfort Heat radiating from the floor upwards is far more evenly distributed than heat that emanates from wall mounted radiators. Heat from wall mounted radiators is confined to a small area and rises upwards. This means that the warmer air stays around head height which does not tend to create the most comfortable feeling. Additionally, compared to traditional radiator systems there are no irritating noises arising from expanding and contracting pipes.

2. Cost effectiveness and energy efficiency Underfloor heating systems can give you a 15-40% energy saving over traditional heating methods.

3. Health Under floor heating helps to keep moisture content levels low which mean that house dust mites can be reduced. This will benefit anyone with asthma or breathing difficulties or any other allergies.

4. Ease of control With a UFH system, the temperature of each room can be controlled individually. Being able to adjust temperature settings in each room of the house is a major benefit for any family.

5. Space and Aesthetics Under floor heating saves space and offers heightened visual appeal in a home by eliminating the need for wall mounted radiators. Additionally, wet floors dry more quickly and décor is maintained due to a lack of damp walls.

Dream Kitchens uses Flooring Designs for all it’s flooring needs and they would be able to help you with any questions regarding the vast amount of under floor heating techniques.

DKDR Staff