North Leeds Plumbing & Heating – Home Improvement and DIY Advice

For tiled floors, underfloor heating is the best option, particularly in winter. Unlike central heating, underfloor heating will heat a cold tiled floor, providing more comfort.  Thermal insulation boards are ideal for tiled floors.  They are easy to manage and are suitable for both electric and hot water underfloor systems. Insulation boards are also waterproof and less likely to rot.

For tiled floors, you may wish to opt for Marmox tile backer boards, which are stronger than standard polystyrene boards.  Marmox thermal tile backer boards consist of waterproof polystyrene, making it ideal for rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms, which often have tiled floors.  They work particularly well with electric underfloor heating cables, allowing the floor to become warm in just a few minutes.

Marmox tile backer boards also work well with heating mats, which can be placed onto the board and then tiled over.  They are a great option if you are looking to save energy.  The differences in the thickness of the boards mean that you can find ones suitable for particular rooms, such as thicker ones for conservatories.  You can opt for thinner boards if you wish to keep your floor at a particular height.

Underfloor heating mats are a good option if you are looking for a product that is quick and easy to install.  Heating mats can easily be cut to fit most rooms.  They are ideal for tiled rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms.  For areas where a heating mat cannot be fitted, heating cables can be used. Both underfloor heating mats and cables can be connected to a thermostat.