Wet or Electric Underfloor Heating
May 18, 2024 Paul
Wet Underfloor Heating or Electric
We all know that every project is different. Many factors will determine which system you prefer.
| Electric System | Water System | |
| How it Works | Electric uses heating mats, foil or wires. This connects to your mains electricity supply. | Pipes get installed under your floors. Hot water gets pumped around the pipes by your heat source. |
| Type of Project | Electric is ideal for individual rooms or renovations | Water is ideal for new build projects & large areas |
| Cost to Install | Electric is cheaper to install than water | A wet underfloor heating kit is more expensive. Running costs are lower. |
| Running Costs | Electric is can be more expensive to run | Water is the cheaper to run as water costs less than electric |
| Time to Install | Electric is quick to install. Small rooms can take minutes to complete rather than hours. | Wet underfloor heating is more complex and takes longer to install. This is due to the number of components involved in setting it up. |
