Suitable Floor Coverings | Underfloor Heating

Floor Coverings

Important Please Note:

Although Nu-Heat Underfloor will work through most floor coverings, some are better than others at transferring heat. As part of the complete design process offered by Nu-Heat, we are happy to advise on suitable floor coverings. If you are planning on using a floor covering not listed, please send us an email for advice.


Solid Timber

Solid timber floor boards work well with underfloor heating.


Carpet

Underfloor heating can be used with most types of carpet. The following guidelines will help you get the best from your system.


Marble

Marble is a natural stone in a class by itself.


Rubber

Rubber flooring is durable, easy to keep clean, and has a long life cycle.


Engineered Board

Engineered board is made up of layers of real wood laminated together for a more stable product.


Vinyl

Vinyl flooring is easy to install and excellent for kitchens and bathrooms.


Slate

Slate is an extremely durable natural stone product.


Amtico

Amtico is a very practical and highly versatile floor covering.


Laminate

Laminate flooring is a very popular choice and is incredibly versatile.


Cork

Cork tiles for floors and walls provide warm, comfortable and durable alternatives to traditional coverings.


Limestone

Limestone tiles are a truly natural flooring option and can take on a variety of colours and surface markings.


Polished Screed

Polished screed is a simple, durable and often overlooked floor finish.


Traditional Parquet Flooring

Hardwood flooring blocks are a traditional material which can be laid in several different patterns.


Bamboo

Bamboo is an increasingly popular choice of natural wooden flooring


Flagstones

Flagstones are a natural material and will add sophistication to any home.


Marmoleum

Marmoleum is a natural product made from linseed oil, woodflour, pine rosin, jute and limestone.


Ceramic Tiles

Ceramic tiles are an excellent floor covering for use with Nu-Heat Underfloor heating.


Soft Woods

Soft wood floors, such as pine need special consideration regarding the width of boards.


Coir

Coir also known as Cocos, is a versatile natural golden fibre extracted from the protective husk of coconuts.


Laminate Tiles

Laminate tiles are simple to install, and extremely durable.

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