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Understanding the Energy Efficiency of Underfloor Heating 

Warmup’s range of electric and water floor heating systems and controls are a great way to help live in a more sustainable environment. In this informative guide, we’ll explain the ways in which a new floor heating system can reduce energy usage in your home by up to 35% compared to traditional heating solutions, helping to make our world a greener place for all. You’ll discover: 

  • How the radiant heat effect of underfloor heating reduces heat loss in your home 
  • How the lower temperatures used by floor heating systems conserve energy 
  • The ways in which Smart heat controls improve your heating’s performance 
  • The simple way to find your ideal Warmup system  

The three ways that a Warmup floor heating system can reduce energy usage in your home  

Underfloor heating is a cleaner, more efficient way to heat a home. Its innovative technology can help reduce your energy usage, lower your property’s carbon emissions and save you money on your energy bills too. So, if you’re thinking about upgrading your existing heating system or looking for a heating solution for your upcoming new-build project, then a Warmup floor heating system is a great idea. 

The enhanced efficiency of underfloor heating comes from a combination of three areas: the radiant heat effect of underfloor heating, the lower operating temperatures of our heating systems and their Smarter controls. This combined efficiency can reduce energy use in a typical UK home by up to 35%. Find out more about the sustainability of underfloor heating in our in-depth guide. 

1. Radiant heat effect helps to reduce heat loss 

Floor heating utilises radiant heat technology to warm a space. Radiant heat warms a room from the ground up and directly into the objects and people in the room, as opposed to radiators which just heat the air of the room. This is a much more energy-efficient heating method for contemporary homes as it uses less energy than traditional central heating methods to reach optimal comfort levels whilst reducing the kind of heat loss typically associated with radiator-produced heat.  

2. Lower temperatures for the same level of comfort 

Warmup’s water underfloor heating systems offer an energy-saving heating solution for larger projects. These systems require lower operating temperatures than radiators whilst still producing the same level of warmth in a space, which dramatically improves the efficiency of your heat source such as a gas-fed boiler or heat pump.  

Ground and air-source heat pumps are perfect for using with underfloor heating as heat pumps operate best at producing lower temperature water than traditional heat sources and with the lower temperatures required by floor heating, you can achieve a significant reduction in energy usage compared to boiler-powered radiators. Underfloor heating also uses a larger mass of water than radiator systems, which works more effectively with the limited cycles of heat pumps. Looking for more information about the compatibility of floor heating and heat pumps? Read our expert article to find out everything you need to know. 

Warmup’s electric underfloor heating systems offer 100% direct electric heat, with no energy wastage. The direct warmth provided by electric floor heaters means that they don’t require pipework to transfer heat from a heat source to the heating system, whereby more energy can be lost. Electric UFH can also be powered by low-carbon heat sources such as solar PV systems, making these systems some of the cleanest and most energy-efficient methods of heating.   

3. Smart controls for enhanced energy performance 

Warmup’s collection of Smart Controls and Smart Heating Support Services can dramatically improve the energy performance of a heating system. Through zoned heating which allows different areas of a property to be heated independently to each other to our SmartGeo technology which ensures a space is heated to the right temperature, at the right time, automatically, Warmup’s Smart Controls offer a more efficient way to manage a home’s heating needs. 

Multi-zone heating dramatically improves the energy-efficiency of a heating system by taking into account room occupancy levels and appliance use as well as the impact of solar gain and the ventilation of the space. If your heating system is not zoned, there is potential for overheating and underheating in each room, and in turn, significant energy wastage. Find out more about the benefits of zoned heating controls in our expert blog post. 

Our SmartGeo technology uses a unique combination of learning algorithms and location data to ensure that rooms are automatically heated as required and that the heating system is always running at its most efficient. And, when used with heat pump-connected floor heating systems, Warmup Smart Controls can be adjusted to operate with maximum efficiency, with the benefits of zoned control and reduced heat pump cycles.   

Will floor heating be suitable for my home? 

Thinking about installing a more sustainable heating system in your home? We offer heating systems suitable for use in any room and for installation with almost all floor finishes.  

For home renovation projects, one of our electric systems would be a great choice. Electric underfloor heating won’t raise your current floor levels and can be installed in a matter of hours. The DCM-PRO Heated Decoupling System is a popular choice in bathrooms and kitchens featuring tiled floors, helping to prevent them from cracking due to environmental temperature changes. Our VLo line of low-profile water UFH systems have also been specifically designed to be retrofit within existing properties. 

Building your dream home from the ground up? Water systems are perfect for larger projects and new-build constructions, including home extensions. Water systems typically require a more labour-intensive installation and as such, you should include the system’s dimensions within your architectural blueprints.  

Use our simple online quoting tool to find the best floor heating system for your home. We’ll show you which electric or water system is right for your needs, tell you exactly how much it will cost to purchase and how to order it.  

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Warmup offers an extensive range of electric and water floor systems compatible with all floor types, rooms and projects.

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  • ✓ Ideal for zones less than 25m²
  • ✓ Ideal for single rooms
  • ✓ Does not alter floor levels
  • ✓ Great for renovations

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  • ✓ Rapid auto heat loss calculations
  • ✓ Compatible with existing central heating systems
  • ✓ Great for new-builds

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  • ✓ Bespoke heating solutions for new-build projects and larger renovations
  • ✓ Dedicated team to work with you
  • ✓ World-class expertise in R&D, building regulations and energy performance
  • ✓ Detailed system layouts for each stage of the project

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