Choose the guide for your exact floor finish below. Each covers the required floor layers, subfloor preparation, whole-mat layout and checks before the floor goes on top. The build-up differs between carpet, tile, wood, laminate and vinyl, so confirm the complete construction before buying or fitting. Arrange a qualified electrician for electrical design, protection, testing, connection and commissioning. The amount of preparation and fitting time depends on the room and its existing floor.
Download the full fitting guide
The fitting guide covers room planning, floor constructions, Ribbon fitting rules, controls and electrical checks, performance, warranty conditions and current products.
Download the fitting guide (PDF)Free, no email needed. Use the guide alongside the supplied product instructions and your electrician’s installation plan.
Pick your floor type
- How to install underfloor heating under carpet
- How to install underfloor heating under tiles
- How to install underfloor heating under wood or laminate
- How to install underfloor heating under vinyl and LVT
More help
- The complete electric underfloor heating guide
- Underfloor heating with no screed
- Electric underfloor heating as primary heat
- Plan your room and see current product prices
- Shop Ribbon mats, thermostats and accessories
Not sure how much ribbon your room needs? Draw it in our free room designer. It works out the whole-mat layout for your space and gives you a price on the spot. The Ribbon carries a manufacturer warranty, with the period and conditions stated in AHT’s supplied certificate.
Prefer to talk it through first? Call us on 01244 822 918. We are based in Flint, North Wales, and we are happy to help you plan the job. Tell us your room size and floor type and we will tell you exactly what you need.
See the heating and flooring samples
A closer look at the demonstration samples. Confirm the complete floor build-up, controls and installation requirements for your chosen products.
