Ask Builders
Add question
  • Questions
  • Tags
  • Builders
  • Help

Is it better to install tile or laminate over underfloor heating system?

Asked 11 months ago.
Active 10 months ago.
Viewed 1130 times.
  • laminate
  • tile
  • underfloor heating
3

I was actually thinking of installing laminate throughout the living space, but during the consultation they said that tile would be better for heating through an underfloor heating system. It heats faster and lasts longer, which is also cheaper in terms of consumption. Is this significant? I can install laminate myself, but it's a different story with tile.

asked 11 months ago
Author avatar
434Raginmar Mart
Author avatar

Answers

2

I don't notice any difference between tile and laminate. In our house, the laminate flooring is plugged in.

The underfloor heating works at such low temperatures anyway that you don't even notice that the floor is warm. I don't know the heat transfer coefficients, but with such a low temperature difference, I don't think there is much difference.

What I would never do is laminate flooring in the kitchen.

answered 10 months ago
Author avatar
187Commander Yellow
Author avatar
1

Tile is basically better than underfloor heating in terms of heat permeability and heat distribution.

Laminate (wood + impact sound insulation) certainly insulates against heat. It doesn't do much (necessarily). Most say they don't notice a difference. Some say it also doesn't insulate, it just delays heat transfer, meaning the laminate will be even more sluggish with temperature changes. Personally, I think there is less heat gain in the long run, even if it's only 0.5°.

answered 10 months ago
Author avatar
170JMitchell
Author avatar
0

Tile is better in that regard, yes.

Laminate is also suitable. Manufacturers indicate the product suitability for underfloor heating. It's also not a bad idea to glue the flooring together (if possible), this also improves heat transfer. And if additional impact sound insulation is used, make sure it is suitable for underfloor heating.

answered 10 months ago
Author avatar
260Magali J
Author avatar
Answer this question

Related

  • Can I install solid wood parquet on our underfloor heating?
  • What should I build my new patio out of – concrete or ceramic tile?
  • What kind of impact sound insulation for underfloor heating?
  • How reliable is tile installation without rails?
  • How quickly does light-colored grout stain in floor tile joints?
  • How do you fix an uneven grout on a tile?
  • What to choose – cement or anhydrite screed in new buildings with underfloor heating?
Log in Join
Privacy Policy・Terms of Service