Why Use Underfloor Heating?

1. The Floor Becomes the Heater

Unlike traditional radiators, underfloor heating transforms the entire floor into a gentle, radiant heat source. Warm water circulates through continuous pipe loops beneath the floor, creating consistent, even warmth across the room while operating at significantly lower temperatures than conventional heating systems.

Key Benefits

• Even, comfortable warmth with no cold spots or draughts.

• Compatible with all floor finishes, including tile, stone, timber, laminate, vinyl and carpet (subject to suitability).

• Works with virtually any heat source, including gas, oil, LPG and electric boilers, while delivering exceptional efficiency when paired with Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) and Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHP).

• Continuous pipe circuits eliminate joints beneath the floor, minimising the risk of leaks.

• Virtually maintenance-free, providing decades of reliable, efficient performance.

• Lower operating temperatures improve energy efficiency and help reduce running costs while maintaining superior comfort.

3. Lower Temperatures. Greater Efficiency.

Underfloor heating provides exceptional comfort while operating at significantly lower water temperatures than traditional radiator systems. Its even radiant heat distribution allows rooms to feel comfortable at lower air temperatures, reducing energy consumption without compromising warmth.

Key Benefits

• Operates at lower water temperatures than conventional radiator systems.

• Comfortable living spaces can often be maintained with a lower room thermostat setting.

• Potential energy savings of 15–40%, depending on the building, insulation levels and heating controls.

• Improves condensing boiler efficiency by allowing the boiler to operate in its most efficient temperature range.

• The ideal partner for heat pumps, maximising the performance and efficiency of both Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) and Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHP).

• Lower running costs and reduced carbon emissions, making it a sustainable long-term heating solution.

5. Freedom in Design & Interior Planning

Underfloor heating gives you complete flexibility when designing and furnishing your space. Unlike traditional radiators, which can restrict furniture placement and influence room layouts, underfloor heating remains completely hidden beneath the floor, allowing you to use every inch of your room exactly as you choose.

Key Benefits

• Complete design freedom with no radiators limiting furniture layouts or interior choices.

• Maximises usable wall space, creating cleaner, more open rooms.

• Enhances modern interiors by removing visible heating equipment from the living space.

• Simplifies decorating, with no radiators to remove, paint around or work behind.

• Makes wallpapering and finishing easier with unobstructed walls.

• Supports construction programmes by allowing the heating system to be used earlier in a project to assist with drying and finishing processes.

• Creates a more streamlined, contemporary living environment without compromising comfort or performance.

7. Exceptional Quality & Long-Term Reliability

At RBT Underfloor Limited, quality is built into every component of our heating systems. Our PE-RT multilayer pipe is manufactured using advanced materials and precision engineering to deliver outstanding performance, reliability and longevity.

Constructed using Dowlex 2344 PE-RT material with a five-layer design and integrated oxygen barrier, each coil is produced under strict quality control procedures and individually tested to ensure consistent performance and reliability.

Key Benefits

• Premium five-layer PE-RT construction provides exceptional strength, flexibility and durability.

• Permanent 100% oxygen impermeability protects system components and ensures long-term performance.

• Individually tested pipe coils provide confidence in quality and reliability.

• Designed for continuous operation at 8 bar pressure and 60°C, exceeding the performance of standard single-layer plastic pipe systems.

• Exceptional safety margins provide dependable performance and a long service life.

• Flexible and easy to install, with excellent bending characteristics and minimal spring-back.

• Engineered for decades of reliable operation, making underfloor heating a dependable long-term investment.

9. Intelligent Control & Simple Management

Modern underfloor heating systems provide precise control over every room, allowing homeowners and building users to create the perfect comfort level while maximising energy efficiency.

Individual room temperatures are managed through wall-mounted thermostats, which control actuators on each manifold circuit. At the manifold, the incoming boiler or heat source water temperature is accurately regulated to provide the ideal operating temperature for the floor heating system.

Key Benefits

• Individual room temperature control allows each zone to be adjusted to suit personal preferences and usage patterns.

• Accurate heat regulation ensures the correct water temperature is delivered to the underfloor heating circuits.

• Simple electrical integration through a dedicated pump wiring centre, helping streamline installation.

• Intelligent pump management prevents unnecessary operation when all heating circuits are closed.

• Flexible control options including standard thermostats, digital programmable controls and advanced networked systems.

• Smart heating compatibility allows enhanced efficiency, convenience and remote management options where required.

• Complete control from design to operation, ensuring comfort, efficiency and ease of use.