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Underfloor heating systems warm floors or act as primary heat sources by circulating lower-temperature warm water through pipes beneath finished floors. Intelligent thermostats regulate and maintain consistent temperatures across properties or individual zones.
The primary categories of underfloor heating are hydronic and electric systems. Hydronic systems involve a network of pipes circulating hot water from a boiler beneath the floor, effectively heating the room through the substrate. Electric systems utilize heating cables for comfortable radiant heating, commonly applied in both new and refurbished commercial buildings. Installations come in two forms: new installations for new constructions and retrofit installations for existing structures. Underfloor heating finds applications in residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial settings.
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The underfloor heating market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $5.32 billion in 2024 to $5.55 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to energy efficiency trends, comfort and aesthetic appeal, residential construction boom, renovation and retrofitting, awareness of health benefits.
The underfloor heating market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.11 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to sustainable construction practices, smart home integration, commercial building adoption, government incentives, advancements in system design. Major trends in the forecast period include integration with renewable energy sources, retrofitting in existing structures, customization and design flexibility, regulatory push for energy-efficient buildings, increasing affordability and accessibility.
Strong government support and incentives for adopting underfloor heating solutions are driving market growth. Governments worldwide are offering grants and incentives to upgrade existing heating systems and promote renewable-source heating solutions. For instance, in October 2024, a report from the Cabinet Office, a UK-based ministerial department, highlighted that the largest provider of formula grant funding is the Department for Education (DfE), which allocated $73.1 billion in grants for the 2022-2023 financial year. Following the DfE, significant funding also comes from the Home Office, with a $5.1 billion Police Main Grant, and the Department of Health and Social Care, which provided a $3.4 billion Public Health Ring-fenced Grant for the same period. These government initiatives and grant schemes are expected to significantly boost the underfloor heating solutions market during the forecast period.
The growing demand for construction activities is expected to drive the growth of the underfloor heating market in the future. Construction involves assembling various materials to create structures according to specific designs and blueprints. Underfloor heating systems are increasingly utilized in construction due to their ability to provide efficient, uniform, and energy-saving warmth, enhance occupant comfort, and align with the rising preference for sustainable and innovative heating solutions in modern building designs. For example, a report from the Office for National Statistics, a Wales-based government agency, noted that in 2022, the value of new construction work in Great Britain increased by 15.8%, reaching a record high of $132,989 million. This growth was driven by rises in private sector work, which totaled $14,093 million, and public sector work, which amounted to $4,068 million. Additionally, new construction orders saw an 11.4% increase in 2022, reaching $80,837 million. Therefore, the increasing demand for construction activities is fueling the growth of the underfloor heating market.
Strategic collaborations are gaining traction in the underfloor heating market. nVent Electric plc partnered with MAPEI in August 2022 to introduce the Mapeheat electrical underfloor heating products in the UK flooring and tiling industry. This system caters to both commercial and residential applications, promising reliable and efficient heating solutions across various environments.
Leading companies in the underfloor heating market are concentrating on innovation, particularly in the development of underfloor electric heating systems. A notable example is Mapei S.p.A.'s launch of the Mapeheat underfloor electric heating system in September 2022. This system, designed for both commercial and residential use, emphasizes quick installation and energy-saving benefits. Featuring a patented membrane preventing substrate cracks and eliminating the need for additional layers, coupled with the Mapeheat Cable for comfortable radiant heat, this system offers a rapid-fit and efficient underfloor heating solution.
In October 2024, Purmo Group, a Finland-based provider of heating and cooling solutions, acquired Unitherm Heating Systems Ltd for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance Purmo Group's solution-selling strategy and strengthen its presence in the United Kingdom and Ireland, where Unitherm has a solid market foothold. By integrating Unitherm's expertise, Purmo Group aims to expand its product offerings, including advanced heating and cooling solutions such as underfloor heating systems. Unitherm Heating Systems Ltd, based in Ireland, specializes in the design, supply, commissioning, and servicing of integrated heating solutions, focusing particularly on air-to-water heat pumps, ventilation systems, underfloor heating, and a variety of aluminum and steel radiators.
Major companies operating in the underfloor heating market include Robert Bosch GmbH, Siemens AG, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., SALUS North America Inc., Rehau Ltd., Emerson Electric Co, Danfoss Group, Nexans S.A., Resideo Technologies Inc., Pentair plc, nVent Electric Plc, Raychem Corporation, Uponor Corporation Amuheat, Wavin N.V., Polypipe Group plc, ESI Heating and Cooling, Warmup Inc., Schluter-Systems Ltd., Hurlcon Hydronic Heating, Flexel International Ltd., Warmtech Pty Ltd., ThermoSoft International Corporation, Ebeco AB, Heat Mat Ltd., Heatmiser UK Ltd., Gaia Climate Solutions Ltd., Amuheat, H2O Heating Pty Ltd., WarmlyYours.com Inc., Speedheat US LLC, Devex Systems
Western Europe was the largest region in the underfloor heating market share in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the underfloor heating market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the underfloor heating market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The underfloor heating market consists of sales of different types of underfloor heating systems include hydronic underfloor heating, electric underfloor heating, heating cables, and heating mats. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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