Underfloor heating is becoming increasingly popular in modern homes due to its ability to provide uniform thermal comfort and high energy efficiency. However, the choice of flooring for underfloor heating is crucial to achieve optimal performance. Not all materials are suitable: some have better thermal conductivity, allowing heat to spread evenly and reducing energy consumption.&nbsp;

<h2 class="heading2">What is underfloor heating and how does it work?&nbsp;</h2>

Underfloor heating is a system that distributes heat through radiation via a coil installed beneath the flooring. This system can be powered by a boiler or a heat pump, ensuring an even temperature throughout the home.&nbsp;

Compared to traditional radiators, underfloor heating offers numerous advantages: it consumes less energy, ensures uniform heat distribution, and reduces the circulation of dust.&nbsp;

<h2 class="heading2">Which flooring to choose for underfloor heating?&nbsp;</h2>

The choice of flooring for underfloor heating directly affects the system&rsquo;s performance. The materials must be highly conductive, durable, and have the right thickness to ensure effective heat distribution.&nbsp;

Among the most suitable materials for underfloor heating are:&nbsp;

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	Porcelain Stoneware: Excellent thermal conductor, durable, resistant, and versatile in terms of aesthetics.&nbsp;
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	Terracotta: Excellent thermal conductivity and the ability to store and gradually release heat, keeping spaces warm for hours after the system is turned off.&nbsp;
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	Resins: Resistant to bending and heat, they are easily applied even over existing flooring.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="heading2">Porcelain stoneware and underfloor heating: the perfect combination&nbsp;</h2>

Porcelain stoneware is one of the best solutions for those seeking efficiency, aesthetics, and durability. Ceramic tiles heat up quickly and distribute heat evenly, offering excellent energy efficiency. Moreover, they are highly resistant to temperature fluctuations and wear, ensuring long-lasting performance.&nbsp;

To ensure maximum efficiency, it&rsquo;s also important to consider <a href="https://www.emilgroup.com/magazine/stoneware-tile-installation-layouts-tips-designer/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">the installation of the tiles:</a> overly narrow joints can cause cracks due to expansion, while too wide joints may promote excessive heat dispersion.&nbsp;

In addition to functionality, porcelain stoneware offers endless aesthetic possibilities. Thanks to a wide range of textures, you can personalize your spaces as you wish.&nbsp; 
With <a href="https://www.emilgroup.com/collections/brand/emilceramica/ever-stone/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ever-Stone by Emilceramica</a>, you can create an atmosphere inspired by reclaimed French stones.&nbsp;

For those who don&rsquo;t want to forgo the warmth of wood, the perfect porcelain for your home is <a href="https://www.emilgroup.com/collections/brand/ergon/i-wood/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">I-Wood by Ergon</a>, a new way of perceiving oak. Thanks to steam processing, colors and details are highlighted and made more natural: an ancient technique that opens the wood pores through jets of boiling water, making it even warmer and more enveloping.&nbsp;

If you want to recreate the experience of living in a dream, the right choice is <a href="https://www.emilgroup.com/collections/brand/emilceramica/tele-di-marmo-pure-onyx/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tele di Marmo Pure Onyx by Emilceramica</a>, the perfect combination of realism and splendor. The timeless and shiny onyx material, suitable for both classic and contemporary environments, pairs perfectly with different materials for a unique and elegant compositional result. The colored surface, rich in veins and light effects, gives the stoneware slab a dramatic three-dimensionality.&nbsp;

What is the best flooring for underfloor heating?

Once again this year, Emilgroup will be present at the Mostra d&#39;Oltremare in Naples for Arkeda, the exhibition dedicated to architecture, construction, design and furnishings.

An ideal opportunity to discover Emilgroup&#39;s new surfaces up close, meet the team and be inspired by innovative and contemporary design solutions.

We look forward to seeing you at our stand!

📍 Mostra d&#39;Oltremare &ndash; Naples

📅 28&ndash;30 November 2025

👉 HALL 6 - STAND 640

Emilgroup @ Arkeda 2025

The 3D Cube mosaic from the W-Circles collection won over the jury of the Archiproducts Design Awards 2025 in the Finishes category, one of the most important awards in the design world.

W-Circles was born from the study of the concentric rings of wood, reinterpreted in a ceramic key to convey the strength and harmony of natural materials.

From this inspiration comes the 3D Cube Mosaic, which enhances the three-dimensionality of surfaces, transforming the wooden texture into a mosaic of volumes and reliefs. The tiles, reminiscent of small wooden blocks, express warmth and depth, while the interplay of light and shadow highlights their contemporary dynamism.

This award is a testament to Emilgroup&rsquo;s ongoing commitment to blending innovation and creativity, bringing to the world the value and beauty of Italian design excellence.

<a href="https://www.emilgroup.com/collections/brand/provenza/w-circles/" target="_blank">Discover the collection!</a>

W-Circles 3D Cube Mosaic Wins the 2025 Archiproducts Design Awards

Visit us to discover all the trends and innovations of Made in Italy porcelain stoneware.

📍 Georgia World Congress Center 
- Atlanta, Georgia, USA

🗓️ April 22 - 25

👉 Booth 4075 - Hall B 
 
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