TorFloor Suspended Underfloor Heating from Omnie

We've covered lots of underfloor heating systems but this one is a little different because it provides a structural deck and underfloor heating in one system.

Floor and Heating System in One

TorFloor is the only independently tested structural underfloor heating panel. The multi-directional 22mm panels are laid directly onto the joists, replacing the need for traditional floor decks and making ordering and installation easy. A 6mm ply covering layer is then glued and screwed to the TorFloor panels to complete the floor.

Easy installation

The TorFloor batten underfloor heating system is manufactured from flooring grade chipboard or plywood and replaces the floor deck used in the construction. The TorFloor panels are laid directly on the joists and the pipe is then installed by piercing through the pre-bonded aluminium diffuser strips into the channels with the ends of each circuit dropping into the joist space to be connected to a common 12mm flow and return. Alternatively, the system can be installed as a continuous system by feeding the 12mm pipe through the joist space if access permits.

Improved Performance and Heat Output

TorFloor underfloor heating panels are provided with pre-installed aluminium diffusers which improve the heat output and energy efficiency compared to other systems. The pipes within the panel are designed to fit as close to the floor finish as possible which further maximises the heat output of the panels whilst minimising the temperature of the water being used. The TorFloor system is optimised to work in conjunction with Omnie heat pumps.

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[samnichols]

I used this system on the ground floor of my house! Great system. I did hit one pipe with a screw right at the end though, mainly down to the fact I was working late and had very low lighting! Works great though! And I agree, I used 6mm ply but would definatley use 9mm in the future! Great video

[mijalic]

Great presentation. Thank you for your time and effort to make this video and share it with us. Greetings from Croatia.

[tribalmnkey]

These Videos are really good very concise and easy to follow

[justaguydoingdiy]

Another great vid, I like this system. Recently had underfloor heating done under concrete.

[simonvanellis]

Roger, I’ve laid many floors and wet rooms, I’ve been using an app called “my measures” for many years, it allows you to photo a job and add measurements on the phone screen just by pinching the image and tapping the end of the line created. It won’t measure for you but really helps you navigate a wall or floor once the coverings are on.

[qbuilders]

Great explanation solid and easy thank you

[coldmetalcouk]

Great video. Would be interested in a omnie product that can do both suspended floor and concrete within the same room. Suspended floor is a little lower than the concrete.

[scurD]

Hi Roger. Thank you for all the advise that you provide. Your channel is a wealth of information. I noted that you fed the pipe below the routed floor boards and on towards the manifold. Can you please confirm how the air will be purged from the pipe in the routed floor boards as I am doubtful that the pump on the manifold will have enough flow to force all the air out. There is clearly no self venting with the "pipe tails" being below the pipe in the floor boards. Many thanks.

[MrGlenfraser]

Thanks Roger I will look at this for my upstairs extension project....

[kendom]

Thanks Roger. New system to.me but looks great

[sciroccomods]

I did my own diy version for my bathroom floor when i replaced the kitchen ceiling underneath, using 10mm speedfit pipe in the flow and return, then encased it in 25mm celotex, for the price of the pipe i have a nece and warm tiled floor in my bathroom.

[danmiren]

Hi, If you want to install wet underfloor heating for an existing house that has a suspended floor but the extension is a concert floor, do you recommend using the screed method between the joists or Omnie board above the joist (increasing the floor height is not an issue), thanks.

[FallPanic]

Hello,
Thanks for the video. Been watching a lot of your videos
and wanted some help please. I am about to do a retrofit
UFH, I have about 25-30mm to add on top of my
existing flooring. Wanted to know the best option. Some
builders have suggested 22mm from OMNIE and to put
the quickstep straight down with underlay. Is this a
viable option? le without screed, leveling, primer or ply.
My floor is concrete and I really don't want to dig down.

[dankeel]

Thanks very much for such great content to help DIYers and professionals. I’m in the process of installing a similar system from ThermRite, do you have any advice on how to routed the flow and return for other circuits either into or around the boards? Thanks 👍🏻

[donkinshaun]

This is a bit of a crazy question but If for an example I was in a part ownership of a home and was wishing to buy out the other partial owner at some point in the future. Could I sneakily get just the floor fitted throughout the house and then get it hooked upto the boiler at a later date?

Just as not to unintentionally add value to a home I was having to buy out

[airamasya]

No insulation under it, I was impressed with details you in your videos when suggesting soemthing but my limited understanding, what about the heat loss without insulation under it?

[martinparkinson]

Hi,

Thank you for your videos, I'm interested now in running underfloor heating, as I wish to add insulation to my ground floor, ensure all pipes are lagged, check for leaks and want to lay new flooring.

I've seen quite a few videos now on underfloor heating and preparation for laying it etc, DIY, and feel ready to do it myself.

The one thing I haven't seen or had an answer to is, how it connects to a manifold, but my biggest question is, can it connect to my existing boiler?


Thank you
Martin

[Fazmo]

Can you lay LVT on top of the top plywood

[Snow-qlsc]

Could you use a hardwood flooring adhesive to stick the ply to the onboards?

[spiderman]

I have a question for you Mr Bisby. Am have the loft converted at the moment and I am in a debate with myself if to go for underflloor heating or having a couple a radiators. A friend of mine said to make sure that when the staircase is made to allow an 18mm in hight to compensate for the underfloor heating. I just spoke to the builder and he said it's a waste of money as the loft will be the hottest part of the house with all the insolation. What would you recommend?