At Radiant Flooring Systems we specialise in the installation state of underfloor heating (UFH) for any building. Our underfloor heating systems will allow you to have the ultimate comfort from your home or property.
Radiated heat will be evenly distributed throughout areas required for heat getting rid of cold spots and creating a warm cosy environment. With rising energy costs we know the importance of energy savings, helping reduce energy bills by our systems requiring lower water temperatures compared with more traditional methods.
If you are simply renovating your home or require UFH for an expansive area we can provide the perfect underfloor heating solution to meet your needs.
Traditional underfloor heating offers a versatile, efficient, and comfortable heating solution for virtually any type of building. It’s particularly well-suited to new builds or larger renovations, where it can be incorporated from the start.
Whilst not “green” in itself, underfloor heating becomes a very eco-friendly heating solution when paired with renewable energy or high-efficiency boilers and when installed in a well-insulated building with smart controls. By operating at lower temperatures and distributing heat evenly, it can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of heating your home.
If you’re aiming for sustainability, we can integrate UFH with solar-thermal systems or heat pumps, and we’ll ensure your insulation is up to scratch so you get the maximum benefit.
Radiant Flooring Systems offer a design and supply service for the installation of traditional underfloor heating for your property. Forget the need to have unsightly radiators or heating units that take up unwanted space, our UFH systems are laid discreetly beneath the floor, allowing you to have uninterrupted design freedom. Our wet underfloor heating systems are designed for maximum efficiency and long term performance. Our UFH can be connected to a boiler heat pump or solar panels, our systems provide reliable heating solutions.
Underfloor heating eliminates cold spots. Since the entire floor emits heat, you get a consistent temperature everywhere in the room. No more huddling near the radiator or shivering in a corner.
The ambient temperature from floor to ceiling differs only slightly, giving a cozily uniform environment. This is not only comfortable but can be healthier for your circulation and well-being.
It’s often said that floor heating “warms people, not the air” – you feel comfortably warm at a lower air temperature because your body is heated by radiant energy more directly, much like the warmth of the sun.
Thanks to its efficiency, underfloor heating can save you money on energy bills. Studies and real-world use have shown UFH can use 15-30% less energy than an equivalent radiator system.
Heated floors can save up to 35% energy in some cases, additionally, because underfloor heating can be easily zoned (each room with its own thermostat), you avoid wasting energy heating rooms you’re not using – something that’s harder to manage with a one-thermostat radiator system.
Overall, while the upfront investment for underfloor heating can be higher, the reduced heating costs can pay back over a number of years, and you’ll enjoy premium comfort in the meantime.
Unlike radiators, underfloor heating doesn’t rely on convection currents that circulate dust around the room. Radiators heat the air, causing it to rise and carry dust particles with it, which can aggravate allergies or respiratory issues.
Underfloor heating, on the other hand, primarily uses radiant heat and gentle conduction through the floor, so there’s no strong air flow stirring up dust. In fact, studies have found that underfloor heating significantly reduces dust mites and allergens in the indoor environment. The heat is evenly distributed at floor level, which prevents the constant movement of air.
Many allergy and asthma sufferers report a noticeable improvement when switching from radiators to underfloor heating. Plus, with no hot radiator surfaces, the air doesn’t get overly dry, helping maintain a comfortable humidity balance indoors. The result is a cleaner, healthier atmosphere for your family or employees.
Underfloor heating is completely hidden beneath the floor, freeing up your wall and floor space. You no longer need bulky radiators that dictate where you can place furniture or that spoil the clean lines of a room. This gives you much greater design freedom in your layout and décor.
Small rooms especially benefit from not having a radiator jutting out. With UFH, every inch of your space can be utilized and the heating system doesn’t impose on your interior style. It’s an invisible comfort – you only notice it when you feel the gentle warmth. This is one reason underfloor heating is so popular in modern high-end homes and renovations. It allows sleek, minimalist designs and uninterrupted wall finishes (great for large windows, full-wall bookcases, etc.).
Additionally, in bathrooms, no radiator means more wall area for tiles or storage, and the added luxury of warm tiles underfoot.
Traditional water-based UFH works well with a wide range of floor materials. It’s particularly effective under tile and stone (which conduct heat very well), but also works under engineered wood, laminate, vinyl, and even carpet (we’ll advise on suitable underlay and tog ratings for carpet).
During installation, we take into account the type of flooring to ensure optimal performance – e.g., spacing pipes closer for wood floors that can’t exceed certain temps. The versatility of UFH means you can enjoy warm floors in every room, whether it’s the living room hardwood, the bedroom carpet, or the kitchen tiles.
We will discuss flooring choices with you to make sure the system is designed to match.
If you’re considering underfloor heating for your home or business, whether as part of a new construction or an upgrade to an existing property, get in touch with RFS for a free consultation.
We’ll be happy to discuss your needs, assess your space, and propose the best solution – be it traditional in-screed UFH, a retrofit floor milling approach, or a low-profile system.
Our goal is to help you enjoy the luxury of warm floors and the practical benefits of an efficient heating system, all within a package that suits your budget and schedule.
Contact Radiant Flooring Systems today to find out how we can transform your space with expert floor milling and underfloor heating solutions.
Call us now on 07888 103330 or email us at radiantflooringsystems@gmail.com
Traditional underfloor heating is a time-tested, cost-effective, and eco-friendly method to heat your home or commercial space.
In a typical wet UFH system, a network of flexible pipes is installed across the floor area, embedded in a layer of screed or within specialized panels. Warm water flows through these pipes, turning your entire floor into a gentle radiant heat source. Because the heat rises evenly from the floor, you get a very uniform temperature throughout the room, eliminating the cold spots often experienced with radiators.
This even, radiant warmth provides superior comfort – imagine walking barefoot on a pleasantly warm floor in the winter, with no chill in the air. It’s a luxury that also happens to make practical sense for your energy bills.
At Radiant Flooring Systems, we have extensive experience designing and installing traditional underfloor heating across West Sussex, Surrey, London, and Kent. We tailor each installation to the property’s requirements – from pipe layout and spacing, manifold positioning, to choosing the right controls – ensuring your system is optimized for performance and efficiency.
Our team is fully qualified and works to the highest standards (we pressure-test all pipework and comply with building regulations). We use premium materials, like multilayer or PERT pipes with oxygen barriers that come with warranties up to 75 years, and reliable manifolds and pumps from reputable manufacturers. (Our UFH pipes are designed to last the lifetime of the building – they won’t corrode and are buried safely out of sight under the floor.
Meanwhile, the manifold and controls typically come with manufacturer warranties of 5-25 years, ensuring peace of mind on those components as well.) When you choose us, you’re not only getting top-notch products but also dedicated aftercare – we’re here to help with any questions on how to use your new system and we stand by our installation quality.
