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There are many advantages to having heating under the floor, which is why more and more people are opting for it.  Once reserved for the wealthy, DIY underfloor heating has now become a key element of many a homeowner’s renovation project.

Under tile heating is perfect for bathrooms and kitchens.  Tile floors help make the rooms easy to clean, but when stepping out of the shower or bath they can feel cold under foot.  Underfloor heating can put an end to that particular problem at a stroke.

Underfloor heating kits can be bought from many DIY stores and are easy to install by following the simple instructions.  They do not heat the floor to high temperatures, so there is no risk of being burned; instead they warm the floor to a comfortable temperature, so that walking around barefoot becomes pleasurable.  Thermostats are supplied with the kits, so you can set the temperature to suit yourself.  Cold winter days may mean setting the temperature just a little higher.

Underfloor heating is not designed to replace central heating radiators, as the heat given off is not sufficient to warm the whole room.  This makes for an extremely cost effective system, as the energy used is low when compared to other electric heating devices, such as fan heaters.  Another benefit of installing this system is that when the floor is wet, perhaps after it has been mopped, underfloor heating will gently dry it.  From a safety point of view, as the floor dries more quickly, the risk of slipping on a wet patch is considerably reduced.