Pros and cons of underfloor heating
Advantages:

Heat is distributed evenly across a room
Discreet and unobtrusive – all heating components hidden under the floor
Releases wall space otherwise taken up by radiators
Quiet to use
Low maintenance
No risk of burning oneself on hot radiators
Individual room temperature control

Disadvantages:
Takes a little while to heat up and cool down and doesn’t respond quickly to temperature changes
Great for new-builds or renovations – not always so easy to install in old buildings
Some limitations on choice of floor finish

Underfloor Heating Manufacturer's Association
On the UHMA UK website, you can find everything you need to know about underfloor heating, including how it works, why it saves on energy and why it is such a versatile and efficient method of heating homes and commercial premises.
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Get the best from your central heating
Go to the Heating and Hot Water Information Council website for lots of advice on how to get the most energy-efficient use from your central heating system. There are also energy-saving tips, and advice on what to do if your central heating packs up. Find a database of contact details for manufacturers and installers of heating systems, a heat loss calculator - and you can check whether you are eligible for an energy-saving home improvement grant!
Heating and Hot Water Information Council >

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