Floor Insulation

Your home could be loosing 15% of its heat through un-insulated flooring - lock the warmth in and cut your heating costs.

Floor insulation is an effective way to keep heat where it belongs. An un-insulated concrete subfloor for example will absorb up to 30% of your home's heating. The good news is that the Government has made funding available to help people keep their homes both cosy and energy efficient. Learn more about Green Grants.

Find out about other ways to keep the heat locked in, such as Loft Insulation, Water Tank Insulation & more. Also see our videos on How to Insulate your Home & How to Save Energy in your Home.

Wooden Floor Insulation

Wooden floors allow more heat to escape than carpeted floors. They are also prone to cracks, gaps and holes that let the cold in. Use a suitable sealant from your local DIY store to plug these gaps up. If you're having new wooden flooring installed, it's a good idea to first put a layer of mineral wool insulation under the floorboards.

Carpeted Floor Insulation

Carpets themselves are usually a good insulator of heat. If you're having new carpets installed, you could doubly benefit by an additional insulating underlay beneath them.

Tiled Floor Insulation

In contrast to carpeted floors, tiled floors conduct heat very well so they can get extremely cold.. There are no clear cut solutions to insulating tiled floors because of their rigid nature, and the fact that they're often laid on a concrete base which absorbs heat further. Try throwing down some attractive rugs for added warmth during the chilly winter months.

Vinyl Floor Insulation

Vinyl floors are good insulators but can be improved by adding another insulating layer underneath the vinyl. Ensure the vinyl is free from tears and cracks, especially around the edges. This can reduce the vinyl's insulating properties.

Checks for cracks in the skirting board and floor base should also be performed and repaired before carrying out any insulating jobs.

If you'd rather call in the professionals to insulate your home, see Builders.

To make your home even more eco-friendly, see our Energy Saving Tips - there's a number of ways you can reduce your energy bills without too much bother. To spruce up your double-glazing, book a Glazier.