How to install water floor heating
With the arrival of winter, water floor heating has become the preferred heating method for many families because of its comfort and energy saving characteristics. This article will introduce in detail the installation steps, precautions and recent hot topics on the Internet to help you better understand this system.
1. Water floor heating installation steps

The installation of water floor heating is a systematic project and needs to be strictly followed. The following is the detailed process:
| steps | Specific operations | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Design planning | Design pipeline layout based on house area and heat load requirements | It is necessary to avoid the position of furniture to ensure even heat dissipation. |
| 2. Ground treatment | Clean the floor and lay insulation and reflective films | The thickness of the insulation layer is recommended to be ≥2cm, and the joints need to be sealed |
| 3. Pipe laying | Coil the tubes according to the design drawings, with a fixed spacing of 15-20cm | The bending radius needs to be ≥5 times the pipe diameter to avoid creases |
| 4. Installation of sub-water collector | Connect main pipes to floor heating pipes | It is recommended that the length difference of each loop should be less than 10% |
| 5. Stress testing | Inject water and pressurize to 0.6MPa, maintain pressure for 24 hours | Pressure drop ≤0.05MPa is qualified |
| 6. Filling layer construction | Pour 3-5cm concrete protective layer | It needs to be naturally dried for 28 days before it can be heated. |
2. Recent hot topics and statistics
According to the hot spot monitoring of the entire network in the past 10 days, the discussion on water and floor heating mainly focuses on the following aspects:
| Topic classification | Discussion popularity | main focus |
|---|---|---|
| Energy saving comparison | Popularity★★★★☆ | Comparison with operating costs of electric floor heating |
| Installation dispute | Popularity★★★☆☆ | Pipeline leakage liability determination case |
| New materials | Popularity★★★☆☆ | Application of PEX-Al-PEX composite pipe |
| Intelligent control | Popularity★★★★★ | Mobile APP remote temperature control system |
3. Installation precautions
1.System pressure selection: The recommended working pressure for ordinary residences is 0.15-0.3MPa. High-rise buildings need to pay special attention to the zoning pressure design.
2.Pipe spacing control: The recommended spacing for different areas is as follows:
| Area type | standard spacing | special request |
|---|---|---|
| living room/bedroom | 20cm | The area near the window can be encrypted to 15cm |
| bathroom | 15cm | Requires double layer waterproofing treatment |
| balcony | 25cm | It is recommended to set up the loop separately |
3.Post-maintenance points: It is recommended to clean the system every 2 years, and install a water softener in areas with high water hardness.
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will water floor heating cause floor deformation?
A: As long as the water temperature is controlled below 55°C and qualified floor materials are selected (it is recommended to choose composite floors dedicated for floor heating), the risk of deformation is extremely low.
Q: How long does it take for it to be put into use after installation?
A: The concrete filling layer requires a 28-day curing period, which can be appropriately extended to 35 days during winter construction.
5. Latest Industry Trends
According to industry reports, the installation volume of water floor heating in the third quarter of 2023 increased by 23% year-on-year, among which the following brands have the highest market share:
| brand | Market share | Main technology |
|---|---|---|
| A. O. Smith | 18.7% | Silent circulating pump technology |
| power | 15.2% | Condensing heat source host |
| Rifeng | 12.9% | Nano antibacterial pipeline |
Through the above content, I believe you have a comprehensive understanding of the installation process of water floor heating and the current status of the industry. It is recommended to choose regular manufacturers and professional construction teams to ensure long-term stable operation of the system.
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