High-performance Pipes
The right pipes are the heart of any water underfloor heating system, so we’re very particular about the ones we supply. We believe PEX and AL-PEX pipes bring a whole range of real advantages. Continue reading to find out why.
PEX Pipes
What’s unique about the Snug system?
We give you extra peace of mind, with a full 10 year pipe warranty. As well
as covering the cost of replacing any faulty parts, it also covers the cost of any damage caused to the home by manufacturing defects.
Why use PEX pipes for underfloor heating systems, rather than PERT pipes?
- They make life easier for installers because they’re lightweight and more flexible
than PERT. - PEX pipes can withstand up to 95°C, while PERT can only withstand 60°C. Water underfloor systems reach 65°C if their mixing valves are turned right up, so choosing PEX gives you peace of mind that your system will keep going strong, even at capacity.
- PEX doesn’t need reaming if you use a pipe cutter, saving valuable time.
What are the benefits?
- They’re more flexible and easier to work with than PERT and can bend to a radius of 75mm, so they fit any of our systems.
- They’re easy to fit into boards, plates and supports.
- They can be used in any kind of room.
- They come in two sizes: 12 x 2mm and 16 x 2mm.
- They’re available in lengths of between 75m and 500m, ideal for bigger projects.
- They’re strong and resilient, working between -44°C and 95°C at 10 bar of pressure.
- They’re made from five-layer cross-linked polyethylene, which has an EVOH oxygen barrier to stop oxygen entering the system, maximising the lifespan of the pipes.
- They come with a full 10-year warranty.
What systems are PEX pipes suitable for?
| Staples |  |
| Clip rail |  |
| Castellation mats | |
| Suspension heat plates | |
| Fit-from-below heat plates | |
| Low profile (12mm system only) | |
Key
Easy to use
More difficult to use
AL-PEX Pipes
What’s unique about the Snug system?
We give you extra peace of mind, with a full 10 year pipe warranty. As well as covering the cost of replacing any faulty parts, it also covers the cost of any damage caused to the home by manufacturing defects.
Why use AL-PEX pipes for underfloor heating systems, rather than AL-PERT pipes?
- They make life easier for installers because they’re lightweight and more flexible than AL-PERT.
- AL-PEX pipes can withstand up to 95°C, while AL-PERT can only withstand 60°C. Water underfloor systems reach 65°C if their mixing valves are turned right up, so choosing AL-PEX gives you peace of mind that your system will keep going strong, even at capacity.
- They don’t need reaming if you use a pipe cutter, saving valuable time.
What are the benefits?
- They’re very flexible and easy to work with.
- They come in a versatile 16mm x 2mm size.
- They hold their shape once bent, so can easily be installed by one person.
- They’re strong and resilient, working between – 44°C and 95°C at 10 bar of pressure.
- They’re made from five-layer cross-linked polyethylene, with a strong aluminium core to hold its shape once bent, making it ideal for single person installation.
- They come with a full 10-year warranty.
What systems are AL-PEX pipes suitable for?
| Staples | |
| Clip rail | |
| Castellation mats | |
| Suspension heat plates | |
| Fit-from-below heat plates | |
| Low profile |  |
Key
Easy to use
More difficult to use
Can’t be used