Under tile heating is a type of underfloor heating. Underfloor heating is an efficient, relatively low cost method of heating, which contrasts with conventional forms of heating such as radiator systems or wood, gas, coal or oil burners, by emitting radiant – and thereby longer lasting – instead of convected heat.
In rooms with a tiled floor, it is common to use electric underfloor heating instead of the other most common type of water underfloor heating. Under tile heating can be either based on electric cables or mesh, or electric heating mats. Cables, mesh and mats are quite easy to install, being easy to cut into shape and size. Installation can be done on a DIY basis by use of an underfloor heating kit.
Electric heating mats are waterproof and also act as the first layer of insulation from the temperature of the ground beneath the room tiles. The benefit of using an electric heating mat is that it evenly distributes heat emission underneath the tiles.
In rooms that are being newly built, under tile heating can be an easy part of the construction process. The under tile heating mat can be rolled out, cut into shape, fitted and tiled over in a very short stretch of time. Single, double or multiple coiled heating mats can be used, depending on the requirements. In smaller spaces such as bathrooms or utility rooms, single coiled under tile heating mats may well be sufficient, whereas conservatories can require multiple coiled heating mats.
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