Polyplumb Consumer 18174.qxd
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Polyplumb Consumer 18174.qxd
FREE YOUR WALLS www.fr eeyourw alls.com REDEFINING HEATING SYSTEMS DESIGN FREEDOM Revolutionising Heating Revolutionise your interior design by freeing your walls of radiators and installing floor heating. Polyplumb floor heating systems open up a whole range of possibilities for you, and can provide a variety of systems – even suitable for single room projects. Free your walls with Polyplumb floor heating. 01 Free Your Walls Polyplumb floor heating allows you to free your walls of unsightly radiators, either throughout your whole house or in one specific room. It provides you with more useable wall space, offering you the freedom to design your room in imaginative and creative ways. Floor heating is ideal for rooms where there is already limited wall space, such as loft conversions, conservatories and bathrooms, allowing you to better utilise the areas usually restricted by radiators. The unique Polyplumb OverlayTM system is an ideal solution for single room extensions and retro-fit projects. This revolutionary system requires no digging – the environmentally friendly floor panels simply fit over your existing flooring. For more information on OverlayTM and the full range of Polyplumb floor heating solutions see page 5. Enhanced Aesthestics Freeing your walls of radiators provides you with unlimited scope to design the aesthetics of your room. This opens up a whole range of possibilities: for example fitting floor length curtains or having the option to re-position your furniture. Removing the inconvenience of radiators allows you to make the best possible use of the space available – offering you complete design freedom. Maintenance Free All Polyplumb systems are virtually maintenance free and are covered by the Polypipe 50 year guarantee (full details can be found on page 6). They offer a quieter solution than other leading products – resulting in a tranquil and relaxing, as well as warm and cosy, environment. Floor heating also eliminates the general need for maintenance and decoration. You no longer need to remove radiators to paint the walls, or paint radiators to match a new colour scheme. A Range of Solutions Polyplumb have a range of solutions to cover everything from new build properties and whole house renovations, to single room retro-fit projects or extensions. Our systems combine ease of installation with reliable long-term performance, and are produced by Polypipe, the UK’s largest manufacturer of floor heating products. Polypipe are also members of the Underfloor Heating Manufacturers’ Association (UHMA). Our products offer the benefits of floor heating to everyone – whatever the size or shape of your project. For more information on Polyplumb floor heating solutions 02 A COMFORTABLE LIFE Substantial Benefits Heating technology has advanced considerably in recent years, and floor heating is now an affordable and efficient means of heating your home. Floor heating is the most comfortable, energy efficient and clean form of room heating you can choose. Polyplumb systems create a gentle, even heat and lead to a healthier, allergy free and safer environment for everyone. 03 Comfortable Environment The environment created by floor heating is different to that produced by radiators. Floor heating systems emit gentle radiant warmth across the entire floor surface, ensuring the room is heated evenly, eliminating draughts and cold spots, and ensuring a warm comfortable environment. This warmth is then absorbed by people and the objects around them, and doesn’t need air movement to be effective. radiators actually create air movement and heat the ceilings first, producing a stuffy atmosphere. However, floor heating simply creates a warm zone about two metres from the floor level. This makes it particularly suitable for rooms with high ceilings. Energy Efficient Floor heating systems can be more economical to run than a radiator based system. As they demand a low temperature rise output from the boiler, they are ideally suited to achieving maximum economy from a condensing boiler or heat pump. However, floor heating is just as efficient with higher temperature heat sources, e.g. solar and solid fuel, where the correct water temperature can be set at the point of distribution. Whatever your heat source, floor heating can be installed. Clean, Healthy and Safe Heating a home through the floor doesn’t affect humidity levels, leading to a fresher atmosphere than in homes heated by radiators. Floor heating reduces the air circulation within the room; minimising airborne dust particles - providing a healthier and allergy free environment for the whole family. Securing your heating in the floor also prevents any potential hazards from radiators – such as sharp, protruding edges and extremely hot surfaces. Contact with radiators at their normal operating temperatures, which can be up to 80°C, can cause deep skin burns within minutes. lls.com a w r u o eey www.fr 04 KITCHENS FLOOR HEATING FOR EVERYONE Polyplumb have the answer Whatever type of house you live in and whatever type of project you’re working on, there is a Polyplumb floor heating product for you. The floor heating systems cover a range of needs; from large new build developments to individual self-build projects, and whole house refurbishments to single room DIY projects. Whatever stage of the building process you’re at there is a Polyplumb product to meet your requirements – even allowing you to install floor heating into existing rooms. Extensive Range We have a comprehensive range of traditional under floor central heating systems, ideally suited for new build properties, complete refurbishment projects or extensions. These systems work with all types of flooring; solid, suspended or floating. The revolutionary OverlayTM system is perfect for retro-fit projects or extensions, as there is no need to dig up your existing flooring. The environmentally friendly floor panels simply fit over your floor, and provide all the benefits of warm water under floor heating without any major disruption. The Polyplumb range has the ideal solution for your needs: whether decorating, renovating or building your home, requiring a whole house solution or a single room system. The next 05 Floor Overlay Pipes Plyboard Carpet Wall Easy Installation All Polyplumb floor heating systems can be installed quickly and easily. Our range of innovative products allow floor heating to be installed with minimal disruption to existing heating and electrical supplies, and are compatible with standard central heating boilers. The unique OverlayTM system can be installed by anyone with an understanding of DIY and plumbing. It can be fitted into existing spaces easily and practically, with most projects completed within a day. Piece of Mind Polyplumb products are covered by the Polypipe 50 year guarantee, which covers defects in materials or manufacture of the heating system from date of purchase, excluding Manifold and Control products*. All our systems are rigorously tested, and comply with current Building Regulations and relevant UK standards. * This guarantee only applies if the system is installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations contained within all Polyplumb installation documents and is used in a normal domestic operation. There is a network of Polyplumb Registered Installers across the country who can ensure your system is fitted according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. To locate your nearest floor heating specialist visit www.freeyourwalls.com Alternatively, if you require detailed installation instructions please visit www.ufch.com and request a Design and Installation Guide. OVERLAY SOLID SUSPENDED FLOATING Polypipe can also provide an excellent after sales service that can provide you with full technical support if any problems do arise, and ensure your system runs smoothly. The specialist technical hotline can be contacted on 01709 770000 to answer any queries you may have. 06 FLOOR HEATING SOLUTIONS OVERLAYTM Kitchen / Wet Room A Sheffield householder wanted a heating system for his conservatory that would provide him and his family with the freedom to use the room throughout the year. The conservatory had already been laid with a solid concrete floor, and covered with large slate tiles, meaning it would have been extremely disruptive to install traditional under floor central heating. The perfect solution was to install Polyplumb OverlayTM, a revolutionary floor heating system that is ideal for retro-fit projects. The panel system was laid directly over the existing solid floor, without the need for any digging, and is ideal for rooms where wall space is minimal or you require complete design freedom. The unique Polyplumb OverlayTM system allowed them to install floor heating in their conservatory directly over the existing solid floor, without the need for any digging. The system is ideal for single room retro-fit projects such as conservatories, as it can be installed in existing spaces quickly, easily and practically. The entire installation was completed in just over half a day and David was able to lay tiles over the system that evening. The OverlayTM system was connected to the main boiler, which also supplied the existing radiator based system throughout the rest of the house. The remainder of the house was heated through traditional radiators, but OverlayTM is easily connected to existing heating systems and the water is converted to a temperature and flow rate suitable for floor heating. alls.com w r u o y e e www.fr 07 Conservatory David Wilson Wolfe didn’t consider his heating options until he was well underway with a major renovation through the ground floor of his detached house in Sheffield. The new kitchen units had already been installed and there was also limited wall space in the shower room. The concrete floor had already been laid throughout both rooms as well. The owner and his family were delighted with the work and were impressed with how quickly the system was installed. They are now able to enjoy a warm and comfortable atmosphere at any time of the year, and make full use of the additional living space. Loft Conversion Mill Renovation OverlayTM is quick and easy to install and the system in St. Annes was up and running within two days. Radiators heated the remainder of the house, and the floor heating was installed with minimal disruption to the existing heating and water supply. One of the major benefits of OverlayTM is that it can be run in conjunction with your existing heating system and boilers – making it perfect for single room applications. Gareth decided to install a Polyplumb OverlayTM floor heating system, as the lack of any flat, straight wall space made it practically impossible, and expensive, to install a radiator based system. OverlayTM is ideal for retro-fit projects as the revolutionary system can be installed directly over existing flooring without any major disruption. The installation at the Mill was laid over a concrete base on the ground floor, and timber flooring upstairs. The owners of a large detached house in the upmarket area of St. Annes-on-the-Sea in Lancashire increased their available living space by converting their loft area into an additional bedroom. The available wall space in the new room was limited so they decided to install a Polyplumb OverlayTM floor heating system, which is ideal for rooms where there is minimal wall space for radiators. The owners decided to finish off their new loft conversion with modern wood laminate flooring. OverlayTM can be fitted under any type of floor covering, including carpet, timber, laminate, tiles or vinyl, as long as it is well insulated underneath. Unique and unusual renovation projects usually require an innovative solution to their heating requirements, and there can be none quite as unusual as the renovation of Blyton Mill in Lincoln into a modern family home. Gareth HewitsonMay discovered the curved walls and authentic feel of the property led to difficulties when considering how the Mill should be heated. The installation of OverlayTM has allowed the Mill to retain its authentic character, while still maintaining an effective heating system. It has proved extremely effective in providing a comfortable level of warmth in the Mill, as floor heating emits gentle radiant warmth across the entire floor surface, resulting in a pleasant and fresh atmosphere. 08 FLOOR HEATING SOLUTIONS SELF BUILD Self Build Peter from Sheffield took on the challenge of building his own home when he couldn’t find a property to meet his specifications. He decided to invest in Polyplumb floor heating throughout the entire four bed roomed property. During the building project Peter was impressed by the availability and ease of installation of the Polyplumb products, as well as the technical support they provided. It also meant he could schedule in the installation to suit him rather than vice versa. 09 FLOOR HEATING SOLUTIONS UNDER FLOOR HEATING Extension New Development As the floor joists were already exposed a suspended floor system was used, with insulation fitted in the joist voids to prevent downward heat loss. Battens were laid across the joists, and heat spreader plates positioned between the battens. The pipe was then simply walked into the pre-formed grooves in the plates. To reflect the uniqueness of the properties and to improve their marketability, Brinkley turned to the Polyplumb range of under floor heating products, including both floating ground floor and suspended first floor systems. Micky Skinner wanted to install floor heating in his new first floor extension – a total space of 6m x 7m, consisting of an additional bedroom, dressing room and ensuite bathroom. He decided to fit a Polyplumb under floor system due to its ease of installation and reliable long-term performance. In the living area tongue and groove boarding was laid ready for the carpet, and marble tiles were fitted in the bathroom. Polyplumb’s range of floor heating solutions will function efficiently under any type of flooring (carpet, timber, laminate, tiles or vinyl), as long as it is well insulated underneath to prevent excessive heat loss. Each room was fitted with its own thermostat, allowing complete freedom over the temperature in each room. The Polyplumb range incorporates a wide variety of control products, allowing the system to be designed to meet different needs and lifestyles. Under floor heating is ideal for new developments and Brinkley Homes have used Polyplumb systems through one of their recent developments in Belton, near Doncaster. The development consists of four and five bedroomed detached properties aimed at the luxury end of the housing market. The installation allowed the team flexibility in the building schedule, and meant that there was no need to remove fixed radiators to decorate. Brinkley Homes discovered that the installation was both simpler, and less expensive, than they had initially perceived. The properties include separate ground and first floor control zones, allowing buyers the ability to individually control the temperature on both floors. Floor heating provided buyers with more design freedom, without having to take unsightly radiators into account, allowing them to organise the rooms the way they want to. The system was installed in just under two days, and the end result was a smart and warm extension, with the under floor heating providing a comfortable and energy efficient form of heating. 10 STILL GOT COLD FEET? The range of Polyplumb floor heating systems has an answer to all your heating needs. Here are just a sample of the most frequently asked questions, but if there is anything else you need to know simply visit www.freeyourwalls.com or speak with one of our registered installers. Do I need to dig my floor up? No, with our patented Overlay™ system you simply lay the panels over existing solid or timber floors. It provides you with all the benefits of warm water floor heating, but without the inconvenience of installing traditional under floor central heating. Is floor heating easy to control? Yes, and the Polyplumb range incorporates a wide variety of control products: including single zone control, allowing upstairs and downstairs to be controlled separately; and individual room control, allowing you complete freedom over the temperature in each room. Can floor heating be used as well as my normal heating source? Yes, floor heating can be used as either the main or secondary source of a home’s heating. This will primarily depend on whether it is a new build property or a renovation project requiring under floor heating; or a single room retro-fit or extension using the Overlay™ system. They are all compatible with standard central heating boilers, and are especially suited to condensing boilers. All Polyplumb floor heating solutions can also be used as stand-alone systems, and work in conjunction with heated towel rails. Is floor heating expensive to install? No, generally Polyplumb floor heating solutions are quicker and cheaper to install than most other systems. As the installation of our floor heating is completed in one stage, it can reduce the cost, as well as the length of time the installers are on site for. 11 Is floor heating expensive to run? No, and in the long run it can be more economical to run than a radiator based system, as the water is kept at a lower temperature to produce the equivalent heat output. As floor heating demands a low temperature rise output from the boiler, this form of heating is ideally suited to achieving maximum economy from a condensing boiler or heat pump. Can I use floor heating in just one room? Yes, our unique Overlay™ system is laid over existing solid or timber floors and is ideal for single room retro-fit projects or extensions. The unique and innovative products within the Polyplumb range also allow our under floor heating to be installed in room extensions or refurbishment projects with minimal disruption to existing heating and electrical supplies. Will the system need maintenance? No, all Polyplumb floor heating systems are virtually maintenance free. All pipe used is covered by the Polypipe 50 year guarantee*. Are Polyplumb systems better than electric systems? Yes. All Polyplumb floor heating systems use warm water and emit heat across the entire floor surface, providing an even and comfortable heat throughout the room. As they are connected to your existing heating, they can be more economical to run than electric systems. * This guarantee only applies if the system is installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations contained within all Polyplumb installation documents and is used in a normal domestic operation. Can floor heating only be used with tiled or solid floors? Will floor heating make my feet ache? Will floor heating delay my building or retro-fit project? The Polyplumb systems are water based, meaning the temperature can be controlled much more easily, and houses are fully insulated underneath, meaning that there is no excessive heat loss. No. Polyplumb’s floor heating systems will function efficiently under any type of flooring – carpet, timber, laminate, tiles or vinyl, as long as it is well insulated underneath to prevent excessive heat loss. For further information on different floor coverings see page 13. No. If your project is planned correctly there is absolutely no reason why installing floor heating should delay the progress. Polyplumb floor heating systems can be quicker to install than many other under floor systems, and the unique Overlay™ system can be installed easily in most existing homes. No. This was a genuine problem with older floor heating systems, where electric elements were embedded in a concrete slab with no insulation. As the majority of the heat was escaping, the systems had to work harder and at higher temperatures to keep the room at a comfortable level – which led to people suffering from achy feet. 12 FLEXIBILITY AND CONTROL Any Floor Covering Choosing your floor covering might be one of the hardest choices you have to make when designing a room, and by using Polyplumb’s range of floor heating systems the choice is endless. Polyplumb systems work efficiently under any floor covering, as long as it is well insulated underneath: - 13 Carpet Timber Laminate Stone and ceramic tiles, marble or flagstones Vinyl Easy to Control However, each of these floor coverings has different thermal conduction properties, and harder surfaces, such as tiles and slate, offer better conductivity, and, therefore, better heat output rates. The Polyplumb range includes a number of control products, with options to suit a variety of lifestyle patterns. This allows you to source a complete floor heating system from one supplier. For additional information visit www.freeyourwalls.com or speak to your heating installer. You can choose a single zone system, allowing different levels of the house to be controlled independently, or individual room control for complete freedom. THE NEXT STEP So now you’ve decided that floor heating is for you and you have a specific project in mind, what next? The first step is to discuss your floor heating requirements in more detail with your heating installer. They will be able to determine if your project is suitable for floor heating and provide you with a detailed cost breakdown. To locate your nearest floor heating specialist from the Polyplumb Registered Installer Network visit www.freeyourwalls.com Alternatively, if you’re looking to install a system yourself Polyplumb floor heating products are available through leading plumbing merchants. You can search for your nearest stockist through www.freeyourwalls.com. OverlayTM packs can also be purchased in leading DIY stores. Free your walls today with a Polyplumb floor heating system and discover the next generation of warmth. 14 CI/SfB In6 52.0 Publication ConA41 Effective OCTOBER 2006 FM00318 Polypipe Building Products Broomhouse Lane Edlington Doncaster DN12 1ES Tel: 01709 770000 Fax: 01709 770001 2410 London Road Mount Vernon Glasgow G32 8XZ Tel: 0141 778 8822 Fax: 0141 778 2703 Dromore Road Lurgan, Craigavon Co. Armagh BT66 7HL Tel: 028 38 881270 Fax: 028 38 882344 www.freeyourwalls.com Information in this publication must not be reproduced in whole or in part without the permission of Polypipe Group. The contents are given in good faith and no warranty is given or implied in respect of such information. Polypipe Group reserve the right to amend this specification without prior notice and all transactions are subject to our standard Conditions of Sale. Polypipe, and are registered Trade Marks of Polypipe Group. All Polypipe products are protected by Design Right under CDPA 1988. 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