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Underfloor Heating in Birmingham Discussed by Easyflow

 

It’s no surprise that underfloor heating is becoming a more and more popular heating system for many households. A viable and cost-effective heating solution, underfloor heating is a great alternative to traditional radiator based central heating systems. Easyflow are underfloor heating and liquid floor screed specialists and has offered underfloor heating in Birmingham for many years. We are committed to providing you with an innovative, quality underfloor heating and flooring solution. In this article, we will discuss the features of an underfloor heating system as well as the benefits of installing an underfloor heating system. Should you be looking to install underfloor heating in Birmingham or an underfloor heating system in Birmingham then enquire with Easyflow today or telephone our team directly now on: 0121 516 0138

 

The Principles of an Underfloor Heating System

 

Your underfloor heating system composes of a series of pipes integrated within the floor which circulates warm water from any heat source. This emits natural radiated heat that serves to provide a more comfortable and even temperature throughout the room. Pipes are connected to a centrally located manifold and individual rooms can be temperature controlled as required via their own thermostat. In comparison to traditional radiator systems, a water-based underfloor heating system is much more energy efficient and uses less energy to heat the room, resulting in you saving money on energy bills. This is because it runs at much lower temperatures compared to other more traditional heating systems and is a more sustainable option. With the increase in importance of sustainable house systems, a water-based underfloor heating system is the perfect system to use to heat your home.

 

EasyStandard Underfloor Heating System

 

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EasyStandard floors are one of the most popular of the floor constructions that we supply underfloor heating systems for. The EasyStandard system is the best choice for new screed floors offering the lowest running costs as the highest output underfloor heating system. This quick to install system can be used with traditional liquid screed and utilises Frankische pipe covered with a 100-year warranty. This system operates with pipes that carry warm water through your flooring while they are encased in screed or concrete.

 

The EasyStandard underfloor heating system is designed to be utilised with a solid floor is going to be installed in the property. This typically is used with normal screed or concrete but modern liquid screeds can speed up the installation process and increase the thermal output of the underfloor heating system. The EasyStandard heating system is compatible with low-temperature heat sources (air or ground source heat pumps for example) which is one of the major benefits of this heating system. With the many different screeds available including anhydrite liquid screeds along with traditional and mixed screeds, screeds consisting of 4:1 sand and cement should be between 65mm and 75mm thick. Modern liquid screeds can be laid much thinner allowing a minimum of 55mm.

 

Easy Joist Underfloor Heating System

 

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There’s a variety of installation scenarios in which you can use the Easy Joist system. Most commonly used on the first floor of new or older buildings and are likely to be used on older buildings where renovation work is being carried out. Due to the fact that the system is very lightweight, it is suitable for most joist types. With no thermal mass, these systems rely on heat spreader plates which are used to distribute the heat. This results in an underfloor heating system that heats up very quickly even from cold. This system is also fast to install due to the fact that the clips are nailed or screed to the joist edges and the fact that this system is so lightweight means that there is very little weight adde to the current floor. There is also no increase in the final floor’s height whilst also being suitable for low tog carpets. This system also uses Frankische pipe with a 100-year warranty. With no significant raising of the floor level, Easy Joist floors are perfect for projects that have existing joists with limited build-up heights. The pipe clip is 0.6mm in thickness with the heat spreader plate being 0.5mm thick.

 

Easy Panel System

 

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Being ideal for property refurbishment, the Easy Panel system is perfect for projects in which underfloor heating is needed but there is limited build up height available. This could be appropriate for older renovations and new builds. The Easy Panel system is available either in an unfoiled or foiled version to be used with aluminium heat spreader plates which are pre-grooved to accept a 16mm pipe which pushes into the grooves during the installation process. After the installation of the pipe, a structural floor is required to be installed over the top which can include real or engineered timber, screed replacement boards and a grove chipboard. Boards vary in build up height between 25mm and 80mm thick. When carrying out your project, building regulations will be able to advise you on the insulation thickness that you will need for your project. After the installation of the Easy Panel system is complete then a suitable floor covering needs to be installed over the top of the underfloor heating system which is usually around 18mm to 22mm.

 

Underfloor Heating Control Systems

 

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With the rise of the ‘Smart Home’ systems in which you can control appliances and systems in your home are becoming more and more popular. As a traditional central heating system utilises a thermostat to control temperatures in your home, you can also enjoy using a heating control system to have complete control of your heating system. The Heatmiser neoStat is 230v powered and is an ideal upgrade path for those that already use an existing mains powered thermostat. This control system operates in Timer or Heating Mode which can also be operated using remote sensors. The Heatmiser neoAir is ideal for those who are looking for a control system for their heating and hot water which is completely wire free (controllable by an App.) The Heatmiser neoHub Gen 2 – Neo System Internet Gateway with HomeKit Support handles the network communication between the neoStat, neoAir and neoPlug and this is the ‘brain’ of the Neo System. If you want to control your hot water and heating from your Smartphone then you will require this system.

 

Why Consider Thinking About Installing an Underfloor Heating System

 

When you are considering installing an underfloor heating system, there’s a few things that will make make you consider installing an underfloor heating system. If you are looking for extended space in your property such as open rooms or flooring then an underfloor heating system can be used to replace heating methods such as radiators to create more space in a room for example. The cost effective way of heating your room or rooms in your property makes underfloor heating systems highly attractive and the even heat distribution creates a wonderful, warm and inviting room for your family and for guests. The removal of radiators also benefits allergy suffers as there is less dust movement when using an underfloor heating system.

 

If you are thinking about implementing an underfloor heating system then you are able to include this within the design for a renovation or new design project. As underfloor heating systems can be planned into construction and renovation projects, an underfloor heating system can be installed alongside a construction or renovation project. Although it is arguably a more simple process to install an underfloor heating system in a property that is being constructed, you can still install an underfloor heating system in a renovation project and fully enjoy the benefits that this heating system provides.

 

Independent Heating System

 

One of the additional benefits of an underfloor heating system (due to running on a seperate thermostat) is that you are able to control rooms which are heated and rooms which are not being heated by your UFH system. This means that if you are in a room that generates a lot of heat such as your kitchen whilst cooking, you have the control to be able to deactivate your underfloor heating system to save energy. Also when considering your kitchen area or general maintenance of your home, you want have a large set of radiators to clean so this makes cleaning your home a bit easier as you don’t need to clean your underfloor heating system.

 

With correct installation of an underfloor heating system, little to no maintenance will be required after the system is commissioned and installed. There are some checks that can be carried out after an underfloor heating system is installed and this will maximise efficiency. Some maintenance that can be carried out is tasks such as checking the underfloor heating manifolds every year, checking the underfloor heating pipe (although this should not require any maintenance) and in the unlikely event of a blockage you can carry out a flushing of the system.

 

The Popularity of Underfloor Heating Systems

 

Underfloor heating systems are a highly popular form of heating in Europe and have become increasing rapidly in popularity in the UK. Although these systems were initially used predominantly in new-build properties or luxurious buildings such as hotels, they can be installed in renovation projects and any home, commercial or domestic project. As one of the leading providers of underfloor heating in Birmingham, Easyflow Ltd can supply, commission and install your underfloor heating system. With many years of experience in the underfloor heating and liquid screed sector, our underfloor heating specialists are readily available to help you install your underfloor heating system. With our wealth of experience, we are more than happy to discuss your design requirements, discuss the requirements that you may have for your underfloor heating system or discuss the various project requirements with you. Get in touch with a member of our underfloor heating team today to discuss what your requirements may be or to find out how you can benefit from installing an underfloor heating system in your home, commercial or industrial premises.

 

Enquire About Underfloor Heating in Birmingham Today

 

If you feel that you will benefit from installing underfloor heating in your property then why not go ahead and enquire with Easyflow today? Our complete package for underfloor heating and screed allows for us to support you in your underfloor heating installation from the first enquiry all the way up until your system is commissioned. This includes a bespoke design and we can offer a 2-year workmanship guarantee. This covers you in the rare chance that defects occur due to our installation process and this covers all call out charges and labour costs that are required to rectify any defects. Should you be considering underfloor heating solutions in Birmingham or underfloor heating in Birmingham then enquire directly with Easyflow today or telephone our team of experts directly now on: 0121 516 0138