The floor heating is one of the most advanced and favourite forms of space heating. Before you start considering a new floor and you already use the electrical space heating, you have to make the right choice of the underlay.
What are the advantages of floor heating? Let´s take a look at the greatest pluses including:
- Equal distribution of heat in the space
- Easy maintenance
- Long lifetime
- Substantial energy savings
- Suitable for any type of surface, including ceramic tiles
Underlays suitable for the floor heating
Your choice of the underlay depends mainly on what type of floor you wish to lay down. Every material has its special underlay. So if you want to for example opt for the vinyl flooring, you have to choose the underlay that is suitable for the vinyl. However, if you have an interest in the laminate flooring, then you will have to use the underlay that is suitable under the laminate.
Underlays under laminate, vinyl and wood floors compatible with the floor heating
The most favourite underlays under the floors with the floor heating belong the following types:
Silver underlay under laminate and wooden floors
The silver underlay under laminate and wooden floors is 2 mm thick. It contains ALU vapour barrier against moisture. It significantly improves the comfort of the laid-down floor and extends its life time. It is failure-free from the point of view of hygiene and the environment. It helps to create a pleasant connection between price and quality.
Golden underlay under laminate and wooden floors
The golden underlay under laminate and wooden floors is 4mm thick. It is fitted with ALU vapour barrier that prevents from vapour penetration that may cause damage to the floor. The underlay is made from polyethylene foam which extends the life time of the floor. In addition, it improves the comfort for walking. It reduces noise including footstep noise.
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Grey underlay under the vinyl floor
The grey underlay under the vinyl floor is a superb alternative for the floor with the floor heating. It instantly extends life time of your floor and makes your walking experience highly pleasant. Heat resistance of the underlay is 0.01 (m² K) / W and damping of a noise level up to 16dB.