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Laying The Underfloor Heating Step 4. Turning Corners Step 5. Awkward Areas Step 6. Connecting The Thermostat Step 8. Electric Underfloor Heating Installation Guide.
The thought of leaving your toasty warm bed on a frosty morning is made so much easier with the knowledge that your bathroom floor is at the perfect temperature thanks to underfloor heating.
It's a great feeling and these days, more and more people are saving money by installing this underfloor technology themselves. Choosing underfloor heating as a way of heating your bathroom is a clever choice. You will see a reduction in the amount of energy you use to heat your bathroom and once it's down there little to no maintenance required. Another standout feature of underfloor heating is that it will open up the space in your bathroom because now there is no need to install a radiator on the wall.
This is fantastic for small bathrooms where space can be at a premium. Installing underfloor heating is a straightforward and simple process that any capable person can undertake themselves. Doing some if not all of the installation jobs yourself when renovating your bathroom can really help to save money and hopefully with this expert guide you can avoid the cost of hiring a professional for this task.
As always with our DIY guides it is important to take your time, plan carefully and have a keen determination to learn new skills. Please note that if at any point during the installation you feel you have bitten off more than you can chew or are unsure of anything at all then we recommend that you call in a professional. Please also note that connecting your underfloor heating to the mains electrical supply for your home should always be done by a part P qualified electrician.
The first thing to do before even ordering your underfloor heating is to measure the footprint of your bathroom floor accurately. There is no need to include underfloor heating under any of the permanent fixtures in your bathroom like a vanity unit, toilet or bath.
Also, bear in mind that you want to leave a gap of approximately mm 6 inches between your underfloor heating and any walls or permanent fixtures. Expert tip : order a little more underfloor heating than you think you might need to cover any awkward spaces in your bathroom see awkward areas below. Once you have made your order and it has arrived at your home then the first thing to do is to read the instructions that come with your underfloor heating.
Believe me when I tell you that 30 minutes spent getting to grips with the instructions now will save you hours later on when you get down to laying and installing your new system. Also, please note that this guide is not a substitute for the instructions you receive with your underfloor heating. The next thing that's really important is that your bathroom floor is as clean as possible. Getting your hoover around an installed underfloor heating set up is a real nightmare so get this job boxed off now to save the heartache later on.
Finally, after unpacking your underfloor heating and making sure all parts are present and accounted for you will now want to take an accurate resistance reading from the end wires that come off the underfloor heating mesh mat. You take this resistance reading to make sure that your underfloor heating is functioning as it should and also to make sure that no damage has occurred during delivery to your home. A resistance reading is taken using a multimeter and the figures you want to be getting from your system will be stated in your instruction manual.
Record the figures you take from the multimeter in your instruction manual because you will continue to take resistance readings throughout the installation process and it really helps to have your figures to hand at any time. If you have never used a multimeter before then don't fret, it's really straightforward and not at all dangerous. For more information find out about how to use a multimeter.
Step 2. Sub-floor insulation boards sometimes referred to as thermal boards or even backing boards are sheets of insulated board that are fitted underneath your underfloor heating. This is an optional step. Insulation boards are put in place to prevent the escape of heat from your underfloor heating going down into your floor boards rather than up and into your bathroom. Wet systems run hot water through pipes to create heat, whereas electric underfloor heating heats wiring beneath the floor to generate heat.
Traditional radiators need to be heated to a high temperature between degrees Celsius in order to heat up a room effectively, whereas floor heating only needs to run at a temperature of 29 degrees Celsius or less, depending on the floor finish.
This consumes less energy and keeps your energy bills far lower. Electric systems are easier to install and anyone with a bit of DIY knowhow can fit them. All you need to do is purchase an underfloor heating kit. Wet systems tend to be more expensive and take longer to install. They also need to be fitted by a trained underfloor heating engineer.
As we've already mentioned, a wet system tends to be more problematic to install than an electric system because of the general complexity of the system. It often means that the floor of the room has to be raised to accommodate it.
Because electrical systems are more compact, the raising of the floor if required at all will be minimal. Ensure that the subfloor is clear of any debris which might pose a risk to your heating system.
Simply file or cut away any sharp edges in the area so that there is no risk of damage to the pipes once they are installed. In many properties, a damp proof membrane will need to be added on top of the subfloor.
First, lay your underfloor heating insulation and ensure that it does not contain any large gaps. Place the insulation as neatly as possible and tape the joints to prevent screed from making its way underneath. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for laying heating mats. Make sure the wires are spread evenly across the entire area that you want to heat. You will also need to install a floor sensor to provide a temperature reading to your thermostat; this should ideally be placed close to the wall on which the thermostat is installed.
A qualified electrician should complete the connection of the system to the electrical mains if you're unsure. Screed helps improve the system's performance by keeping the heat insulated. First, make sure that the insulation is flat and the mats are securely fastened.
Next, lay sand and cement screed around 75mm thick on top of the mats. Allow the screed to dry naturally before the heating system is turned on, otherwise it may be damaged.
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