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Quick-Step floors: ideal for underfloor heating and cooling

Optimal comfort with Quick-Step floors and underfloor heating

Quick-Step floors offer comfort, durability, and perfect compatibility with all underfloor heating and cooling systems. Whether laminate, vinyl, or timber flooring, these floors ensure efficient temperature control while enhancing the beauty and longevity of your home. Plus, with QuickHeat, we offer our own electric underfloor heating solution for the ultimate comfort experience.

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Why underfloor heating & cooling with Quick-Step?

Quick-Step floors are the perfect match for underfloor heating and cooling, offering both efficiency and comfort. Our floors are compatible with heat pumps and low-temperature heating systems, making them ideal for laminate with floor heating, vinyl with floor heating or timber floors with floor heating. With superior heat conduction, Quick-Step floors provide energy efficiency and help maintain the ideal temperature year-round—warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Plus, thanks to their long lifespan and reliable warranty, you can enjoy the benefits of Quick-Step flooring for many years to come.

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Which Quick-Step floors are suitable for underfloor heating and cooling

 

When installing a floor in combination with underfloor heating or cooling, it is important to follow the specific guidelines for each floortype.

 

  • Underfloor heating laminate flooring

    Laminate floors and floor heating

    All Quick-Step laminate floors can be used in combination with ‘low temperature’ underfloor heating and underfloor cooling. Always make sure that you install your laminate flooring ‘floating’ and make sure to pick the right underlay.
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    All Quick-Step laminate floors can be used in combination with ‘low temperature’ underfloor heating and underfloor cooling. Always make sure that you install your laminate flooring ‘floating’ and make sure to pick the right underlay.
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  • Underfloor heating vinyl flooring

    Vinyl floors and floor heating

    Vinyl is an excellent thermal conductor, and therefore particularly suitable for installation over ‘low temperature’ underfloor heating and underfloor cooling. There is something for everyone in our luxury vinyl collections.
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    Vinyl is an excellent thermal conductor, and therefore particularly suitable for installation over ‘low temperature’ underfloor heating and underfloor cooling. There is something for everyone in our luxury vinyl collections.
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  • Underfloor heating wood flooring

    Wood floors and floor heating

    Our wood flooring is also compatible with 'low temperature' underfloor heating. There are two ways to lay it: floors can either be glued down or laid ‘floating’, make sure to pick the right underlay. The choice is yours!
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    Our wood flooring is also compatible with 'low temperature' underfloor heating. There are two ways to lay it: floors can either be glued down or laid ‘floating’, make sure to pick the right underlay. The choice is yours!
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Frequently asked questions about Quick-Step and floor heating

Can I combine laminate and floor heating?

Yes, you can absolutely combine laminate flooring with underfloor heating or cooling systems. This pairing offers both ease of installation and a comfortable walking experience, making it a practical choice for long-lasting comfort in your home. However, it's always a good idea to check local regulations before proceeding, as requirements may vary depending on your location.

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Which Quick-Step floor conducts heat the best?

Quick-Step vinyl floors have the lowest thermal resistance of all Quick-Step floors and are excellent thermal conductors, making them perfectly suited for underfloor heating. However, our laminate and wood floor ranges also offer suitable and cost-effective options.

Is floor cooling also possible with Quick-Step floors?

Yes, floor cooling is possible with Quick-Step floors, but it requires careful control. Because organic materials like wood and parquet are sensitive to moisture, condensation must be avoided. The cooling system must include dew point regulation and safety sensors that automatically stop cooling if condensation starts. The cooling water temperature must never drop below 18–22°C, depending on humidity, and room thermostats should not be set more than 5°C below the room temperature. If these conditions are not met, damage may occur and the Quick-Step warranty becomes invalid. Read the installation instructions carefully.

Is Quick-Step flooring compatible with all kinds of underfloor heating systems?

Yes, Quick-Step flooring is compatible with most types of underfloor heating systems, including both hot water and electrical systems. It can be installed on wet systems, where the heating elements are incorporated into a screed, as well as on dry systems, where they are installed on a dry base floor.

The underfloor heating must always be installed in accordance with the supplier’s instructions and in line with generally accepted rules and regulations to ensure optimal performance and to protect your Quick-Step floor.