FEATURE: UNDERFLOOR HEATING | HIP
COMPLETELY FLOORED The number of underfloor heating systems, controls and configuration options available pose a daunting choice for installers. We have some guidance from leading underfloor heating manufacturer Polypipe on how to select the best water-based system for your project. THE IN-FLOOR SYSTEM
This system avoids adding height to the floor as it is fitted between existing joists – so is ideal in upper floor renovations or work in cellars. Between-joist systems are available in a wide range of formats, but it is worth investigating the pre-configured modular heating panels from Polypipe for the ultimate quick and easy installation.
THE OVER-FLOOR SYSTEM
Best used on existing solid or timber deck floors, these low profile systems are installed over the floor and are the go-to choice for whole house and single room projects. Polypipe’s unique Overlay® Plus range accommodates all types of projects, dependent on the final floor covering selection.
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KEY PRODUCTS:
■ Spreader Plates ■ OverlayTM Lite 15 ■ Modular Heating Panels
KEY PRODUCTS:
THE APPLICATION:
THE APPLICATION:
THE APPLICATION:
■ Overlay® Plus ■ Overlay® ■ Overlay® Lite 15
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Small room upgrades, renovations or retrofit projects
OverlayTM Lite 15
Overlay® Plus
A new dedicated website, www.polypipeufh.com, includes The Support Hub containing in-depth and comprehensive installation guides and videos and many other resources for installers setting out on their career.
www.polypipeufh.com 01709 772380 (technical team)
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Renovations, extensions and some new build projects
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Red floor plate
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■ Red floor plate ■ Clip rails ■ Staple system
New-build projects of whole houses, or perhaps just an extension or conservatory being added to the building
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KEY PRODUCTS:
THE BETWEEN-JOIST SYSTEM
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If working with a completely new floor, an in-floor system can be installed within a new solid or screeded floor surface. Polypipe offers three systems, including the unique red floor panel system and the established rail and staple systems, which fit directly onto insulation. The red floor panel system is designed for ease of installation, using plastic moulding to guide the path of the system’s pipes.
