OMNIE Blog

Are All Underfloor Heating Systems the Same?   OMNIE demonstrates that choosing the right underfloor heating system can save up to 30% on running costs.  Underfloor heating can be successfully installed into many different floor constructions from concrete screed to acoustic timber battens. But is it reasonable to presume that all these different constructions perform in the same way? The performance of an underfloor heating system depends on two factors- the physical construction or dimensioning of the system and the temperature difference between the water used and the room.  Temperature The rate of heat transfer is dependent on the temperature gradient between the underfloor heating system and the room. The bigger the difference the bigger the transfer of energy. When the water temperature and the air temperature are the same, there will be no heat transfer. As the floor begins to warm up, heat begins to move between the underfloor heating pipe and the roo...

There are a whole host of ways you can use tiles in your home. From walls to floors, fireplaces to kitchen splashbacks, tiles are a great way to add a personal touch to rooms. As 2018 is just around the corner, we’re considering the trends that are set to make an impact next year. Here are a few of our favourite floor tiling trends: Marble   Marble tiles never seem to fall out of fashion due to the luxurious feel they give to a room. Whilst natural marble can be expensive, there are a variety of marble effect tiles on the market. Monochrome tiles tend to be the most popular as they are very sleek and elegant but it’s always worth shopping around to find the style that best matches your home. Wood effect tiles The look of wood is stylish and classy. Real wood floors can be quite difficult to maintain but luckily there are some lovely wood effect tiles available. Wood effect tiles can be arranged in numerous patterns to allow you to achieve a unique look fo...