Radiators and Underfloor Heating
Radiators or underfloor heating?
Choose what suits your building, then size it room by room.
System comparison
| Feature | Radiators | Underfloor heating |
|---|---|---|
| Flow temperature | 45–70 °C | 30–40 °C |
| Heat pump compatibility | Suitable if generously sized | Ideal |
| Installation in existing buildings | Straightforward | New screed required |
| Response time | Moderate | Slow |
| Use of walls and floor | Requires wall space | Walls remain free |
Frequently asked questions
Can radiators be used with a heat pump?
Yes. Radiators must be sized for a flow temperature of 45–50 °C. At this temperature, a room needs a radiator roughly two to three times larger than at 70 °C.
Can underfloor heating and radiators be combined?
Yes. Circuits that require different water temperatures are separated with a mixing valve or a dedicated circuit. In bathrooms, a towel radiator is often added to the underfloor heating.
Can underfloor heating be used for cooling?
To a limited extent. The water temperature is kept above the dew point to prevent condensation. If full cooling is required, fan coils or air conditioning are added.
Tell us about your project and we will get back to you
Simply tell us the building type, the approximate floor area and what you need.