Vinyl and LVT (luxury vinyl tiles) Flooring with Underfloor Heating

Vinyl and LVT flooring work well with Wunda underfloor heating systems and are becoming increasingly popular. It’s important to always check with your supplier that the flooring you choose works with underfloor heating. Some vinyl and LVT flooring need to be limited to a maximum floor temperature of 27 degrees. This will be done by the floor probe that is supplied for each zone that uses this type of flooring. If you have any questions about underfloor heating with vinyl floors or are looking for a quote, our team is always on hand to help.

Installing Underfloor Heating with Vinyl Flooring

When installing Vinyl or LVT flooring over the Wunda Rapid Response® system, two methods are recommended due to the thin nature of these floor finishes. Always consult your flooring supplier for specific guidance.

Method 1 (Recommended):
After pressure testing the system, lay Wunda Duo Board with a vapour barrier, then install the LVT or vinyl on top. This method is quicker and simpler.

Method 2:
After pressure testing, prime the boards with an approved primer and pour a 10mm layer of levelling compound. Once dry, install the flooring. This method is often required for wet rooms, bathrooms, and ensuites.

Approved levelling systems:

Ultra ProLevel Ultimate with Ultra Prime It Multi Surface Primer
Mapei Ultraplan Renovation Screed with Mapei Eco Prim Grip

Ensure all unused pipe channels have the aluminium cut away and are filled with compound. Levelling materials are not supplied by Wunda but are readily available.

For more information or assistance, consult your project manager or refer to our installation guides.

Wunda Rapid Response® floor coverings information guide

This guide provides instructions on how to install your chosen floor finish onto Wunda Rapid Response underfloor heating boards. Whether you’re working with tiles, wood, laminate, carpet or LVT the guide ensures compatibility with the heating system while maintaining efficiency and durability. It covers best practices, preparation steps, and installation techniques to help you achieve a seamless and long-lasting result.

Wunda Rapid Response^® floor coverings information guide

Installation summary video for Vinyl and LVT

This video shows how to install Vinyl and LVT over Wunda Rapid Response® underfloor heating. Follow the instructions for a smooth, efficient fit that ensures lasting comfort and top heating performance.

Wunda Duo Boards Installation Guide

The Wunda Duo board system consists of 2 layers of HDF (high density fibre) boards. The Bottom board is 3mm with an adhesive coating for the top board (4mm) to adhere to. It is an easy to use solution when floor coverings (e.g vinyl) require a smooth flat surface before being laid over the Rapid Response boards instead of a self levelling screed.

Wunda duo board & vapour barrier information guide

Underfloor Heating Energy Efficiency

Radiator systems are the 20th century equivalent of a fireplace. They need your boiler or heat pump to supply hot water temperatures (60-80 degrees) so that they can emit heat into the room.

Water based Underfloor heating works differently, it is like having a huge radiator spread out beneath your floor. Underfloor heating can cover the entire floor space allowing it to use much lower water temperatures (35-45 degrees) to transmit heat throughout the room, making it the go to energy efficient and sustainable system of choice.

Energy Saving Water Underfloor Heating

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