Suitable for both new build and renovation projects, ‘wet’ underfloor heating is the most efficient way to provide space heating as it is up to 25% more efficient than traditional radiators. Heat is supplied directly to the floor as radiant heat (which is distributed evenly), creating a more comfortable environment than the convected air provided by conventional radiators. Generally running at around 45 degrees, as opposed to 80 degrees used in radiator systems, saves on energy and running cost, especially when used with a renewable heat source such as the Enviroair air source heat pump.

Envirofloor underfloor heating systems are suitable for a wide range of ground and upper floor constructions. Using the full range of system components it is simple to create individual heating systems to achieve required comfort levels. Envirofloor underfloor heating systems can be easily combined with radiator systems for extensions and conservatories, or to create a mixed heating system offering radiators on upper floors if desired.

A ‘wet’ underfloor heating system is like a giant radiator at floor level. A series of plastic pipes are connected to a heat source to circulate warm water throughout the floor to heat the space by producing radiant heat. Since the floor (the radiator) is so large and the heat is more evenly distributed, it only needs to run at a low temperature to heat the room.

This means that the water flowing around the floor needs to be at a far lower temperature than a traditional radiator system. More efficient to run than electric underfloor heating systems a wet’ system is also better suited to larger rooms and for use in multiple areas.

An underfloor heating system can work with a wide range of hot water sources, but the most efficient systems will incorporate renewable technologies such as air source heat pumps.

As underfloor heating systems run at a much lower temperature than radiators, an air source heat pump (which produces water at a lower temperature), is the most efficient way to power this type of heating system. The underfloor heating system works in exactly the same way as a radiator system does when linked to a boiler in a traditional heating system. The water and air temperature are controlled through the Enviroair air source heat pump controller which operates the entire heating system.

Enviroair air source heat pumps provide an economical and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional heating and hot water systems.