Your heating system is the heart of your home. Here, a bubble plate underfloor heating creates a perfect solution for low energy consumption and still a nice temperature. Read in this article what options there are, how to install bubble plate heating and what to look out for when buying a bubble plate underfloor heating.
What is a bubble plate underfloor heating?
Bubble plate underfloor heating is a quick technique to have underfloor heating installed. The bubble plate features an insulation plate at the bottom and a bubble profile at the top. As the pipe is easily clamped between the studs, it stays firmly in place. Unlike milled-in floor heating, the specialist does not need to drill any trenches. The stud plate can also be conveniently cut to size and covered with both dry and wet filling layers.
What does stud plate underfloor heating cost?
The price of stud plate underfloor heating is on average £750 to £2,000. This cost includes installation of the floor heating by a specialist. When buying studded plate underfloor heating, 2 factors influence the price: the choice of main and auxiliary heating and the number of square metres. Check the overview below for the studded plate heating price, including installation costs.
| Main heating | Auxiliary heating | Price (including installation, materials and VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| To 10 m2 | To 20 m2 | £ 750 – £ 825 |
| To 20 m2 | To 40 m2 | £ 850 – £ 915 |
| To 30 m2 | To 60 m2 | £ 950 – £ 1.025 |
| To 40 m2 | To 80 m2 | £ 1,100 – £ 1,140 |
| To 50 m2 | To 100 m2 | £ 1,200 – £ 1,260 |
| To 60 m2 | To 120 m2 | £ 1,400 – £ 1.525 |
| To 70 m2 | To 140 m2 | £ 1,550 – £ 1,705 |
| To 80 m2 | To 160 m2 | £ 1,700 – £ 1.865 |
| To 90 m2 | To 180 m2 | £ 1,850 – £ 2,025 |
| To 100 m2 | To 200 m2 | £ 2,000 – £ 2.175 |
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Do you opt for main or auxiliary heating?
If you consider underfloor heating to be the main method of heating, you call it main heating. You soon use this in the living room, for example. The pipes are closer together here, so the room heats up faster. The underfloor heating costs in the living room are therefore higher. In a room that you do not always need to be heated, such as your bathroom, you use the bubble plate underfloor heating as additional heating. Here, the pipes are further apart, so the room heats up more slowly. The cost of bathroom underfloor heating is therefore lower.
What’s the difference with other types of underfloor heating?
You have a choice of two types with underfloor heating. It is possible to have the underfloor heating milled in or to place it on a bubble plate. Read the differences per type of underfloor heating here.
| Features | Milling | Mats |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Higher return over a longer period | Good cheaper to buy |
| Suitable for | Main heating or auxiliary heating | Main heating or auxiliary heating |
| Isolation | Floor retains its insulation value | The mats have insulation on the underside, so your floor is immediately perfectly insulated |
| Installation | Last installation, due to slots in the floor | Easy installation on the floor |
| Heating time | Short heating time, distance to floor is shorter | Somewhat slower warm-up time, distance to floor is longer |
Advantages of studded-plate-underfloor-heating
Nodded-plate-underfloor-heating has a number of advantages. Are you curious what these are Read all the advantages in a row here.
Easy to install
The installation of the underfloor heating plates is fairly simple. The specialist cuts the bubble plates to size easily. In addition, the bubble plates are easy to lay. The heating hose is then placed by the specialist between the studs. The specialist presses the hose between these studs, after which he already lays the floor.
Good for older floors
Do you have a home with an old cement floor? Then a studded plate underfloor heating is the ideal choice. This is because you do not need to cut trenches in the cement screed, but can simply place the mats on the floor. It is also possible, for example, to lay the studded plate underfloor heating under a wooden floor.
Fast and cheaper
Because of the relatively easy installation, the specialist installs the heating pipes quickly. This saves considerable time and thus costs. Moreover, studded plate underfloor heating prices are lower. Just keep in mind that the specialist usually has to remove the old floor first, before installing the studded plate underfloor heating.
Sustainable insulation material
The studded plate underfloor heating has a sustainable insulation material. So you will immediately save on your energy costs after having this underfloor heating installed. The plates also retain their original shape in almost every situation. This makes the bubble plate underfloor heating last a long time.
Placing bubble plate underfloor heating
For the installation of underfloor heating, it is wise to hire a specialist. He specialises in laying bubble plate underfloor heating and finishes it beautifully right away. Are you curious about how the installation of bubble plate underfloor heating works? Check out the step-by-step plan for having studded plate underfloor heating installed below.
Step 1: The specialist makes an installation plan
The specialist comes along to make an installation plan for the underfloor heating. On the basis of the dimensions, the existing pipes and connections, he examines how to place the bubble plate underfloor heating.
Step 2: Installing insulation
After determining the laying plan, the specialist installs additional insulation, which prevents heat loss. Thus, he places edge insulation against all walls. This insulation also helps with the expansion and contraction of screed. In addition, he places vapour foil on the floor and applies heating pipe insulation.
Stage 3: Laying the underfloor heating
When the insulation is in place, the specialist lays the mats on the floor. After this, he lays the heating pipes in the stud plates according to the snail shell pattern. He starts with the outer circle. Then he snaps the pipes easily into place. It is important that the pipes do not cross each other. This is bad for the heating hose.
Step 4: Testing underfloor heating pipes
When everything is in the desired place, the specialist tests the underfloor heating. For example, he closes the vents and performs a pressure test under 4 bar. In doing so, he checks that there are no openings. With a liquid test, he sees if there are any air bubbles in the system. Then the specialist finishes the studded plate underfloor heating with the desired floor covering. The thicker the floor is, the harder it is to get the room warm.
Handy tips for studded plate underfloor heating
You have now read a lot about studded plate underfloor heating. Are you planning to have this type of underfloor heating installed? Then check out these handy tips for the best choice.
Insulate under the underfloor heating
For the efficiency of the underfloor heating, it is a waste if a lot of heat escapes. Therefore, let as little heat escape as possible and insulate under the underfloor heating. The bubble plate often already contains an insulation layer. For complete insulation, the specialist will help you find the vulnerable spots in the house.
Choose a specialist with the right quality marks
There are many specialists who install underfloor heating. Within the industry, there are several quality marks with which an underfloor heating company guarantees a certain quality. Below is an overview of the quality marks.
- KOMO-keurmerk: This quality mark indicates that this company works according to the regulations in the construction.
- BouwGarant: companies with this quality mark have a certain level of reliability, craftsmanship and quality.
- Kiwa Nederland: installers who have Kiwa certification only provide underfloor heating that meets international controls and quality requirements.
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Want to be sure that the trade specialist delivers good quality? Then check out reviews about the subject specialist so that you can get a better understanding of how the company works. This will give you a more reliable picture and help you choose the best underfloor heating specialist.
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