Electric underfloor heating as primary heating
Total underfloor heating solution
DEVI Total heating provides a floor-integrated electric heating solution capable of acting as the primary heat source for homes and commercial buildings, combined with programmable thermostatic control and flexible floor-construction compatibility.
DEVI Total heating is an electric underfloor heating system designed to serve as the primary heat source in residential and commercial buildings. The system consists of electric heating cables, heating mats installed beneath the floor surface to provide consistent heat distribution across the room.
Typical heating output for total electric systems: 100–200 W/m², depending on the calculated heat loss of the room. A professional heat loss calculation is strongly recommended before specifying any total heating system.
Typical heating output for total electric systems: 100–200 W/m², depending on the calculated heat loss of the room. A professional heat loss calculation is strongly recommended before specifying any total heating system.
The heating system is designed according to the specific requirements of each project, taking into account factors such as building insulation, floor construction, room dimensions, climate conditions, and calculated heat loss. Proper system design ensures that the installed heating output matches the heating demand of the space.
DEVI Total heating systems can be combined with compatible programmable thermostats, allowing building owners and residents to manage heating schedules according to their preferences and usage patterns.
DEVI Total Heating solutions are suitable for a wide range of applications, including new-build projects, renovations, apartments, single-family homes, hotels, offices, and commercial developments.
Benefits
- Installed beneath the finished floor surface for a discreet heating solution
- Compatible with various floor constructions and floor finishes, subject to system design requirements
- Supports room-by-room temperature control when used with compatible thermostats
- Suitable for both renovation and new-build projects
- Compatible with programmable and smart thermostat solutions
- Available for both comfort heating and total heating applications
- Designed for residential and commercial buildings
- Can be configured using different heating cable and heating mat solutions depending on project requirements
Product groups
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Heating cables, mats and thermostats
| Product group | Heating cables | Heating mats | Concrete -> 3 cm | Concrete <-3cm | Dry solution | Joist floors |
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| DEVIbasic™ 10S | ||||||
| DEVIbasic™ 20S - 230 V & 400 V | ||||||
| DEVIbasic™ Drum Goods | ||||||
| DEVIcomfort™ 10T | ||||||
| DEVIflex™ 6T | ||||||
| DEVIflex™ 10T | ||||||
| DEVIflex™ 18T | ||||||
| DEVIcell™ | ||||||
| DEVIheat™ 150S | ||||||
| DEVIcomfort™ 100T | ||||||
| DEVIcomfort™ 150T | ||||||
| DEVImat™ 70T | ||||||
| DEVImat™ 100T | ||||||
| DEVImat™ 150T | ||||||
| DEVImat™ 200T | ||||||
| DTCE 100T | ||||||
| DTCE 150T | ||||||
| DTCE 175T | ||||||
| DEVIreg™ 132 | ||||||
| DEVIreg™ 330 (5 °C - 45 °C) | ||||||
| DEVIreg™ 531 | ||||||
| DEVIreg™ 532 | ||||||
| DEVIreg™ Room | ||||||
| DEVIreg™ Display Connect | ||||||
| DEVI Connect Gateway | ||||||
| DEVIreg™ Opti | ||||||
| DEVIreg™ Smart |
Case stories
Read about our experience in real-life solutions
Timber building in Norway
Mjøstårnet is an 18-storey mixed-use building in Brumunddal, Norway.
Romantic Lapland
Opened on the 1st of November 2019, Northern Lights village in Levi, Finland...
Housing complex
When builders were working on a near-zero energy housing complex in Koblenz...
A Cold Hallway in Stavanger
The once cold hallway is now a warm and inviting space, with the immediate effect of the heating system ensuring year-round comfort.
A Seamless Blend of Luxury, Relaxation, and Technology
Hernö Gin Hotel chose DEVIcomfort™ electric heating cables as the optimal solution.
FAQs
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Comfort heating uses electric underfloor heating as a supplementary heat source to increase floor surface temperature and enhance thermal comfort. It is commonly installed in bathrooms, kitchens and living spaces where another primary heating system is already present.Total heating uses electric underfloor heating as the primary heat source for the space or building. In these applications, the system is designed according to the building's heat loss calculations, insulation level and project requirements.
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DEVI Total heating provides a floor-integrated heating solution that can be incorporated into the building design as a primary heat source. By placing the heating elements beneath the floor surface, architects, specifiers, installers, and property owners gain greater flexibility when planning interior spaces.Combined with compatible controls and professional system design, DEVI electric underfloor heating supports comfortable indoor temperature management across a wide range of residential and commercial projects.
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DEVI electric floor heating systems can be specified for:
- Electric underfloor heating in new-build homes
- Underfloor heating for renovation projects
- Residential heating solutions
- Commercial floor heating applications
- Apartment developments
- Hospitality and hotel projects
- Office buildings and workspaces
System selection should always be based on the building design, floor structure, heating requirements, and local project conditions. -
The most suitable thermostat depends on the project requirements and desired level of control.For electric underfloor heating, thermostats are typically selected based on:
- Floor temperature control
- Room temperature control
- Combined floor and room temperature control
- Programming requirements
- Connectivity options such as Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi
DEVIreg™ thermostats are available in different versions, including digital, programmable and app-connected models, allowing the control strategy to be matched to the specific application. -
Electric underfloor heating can be used with a wide range of floor finishes, subject to the flooring manufacturer's guidelines and project requirements.Common floor finishes include:
- Ceramic and porcelain tiles
- Natural stone
- Vinyl and LVT flooring
- Laminate flooring
- Engineered wood flooring
- Certain carpet systems
When selecting a floor finish, factors such as thermal resistance, maximum floor temperature and installation method should be considered to ensure compatibility with the heating system.
Documents
| Item no. | Element IP Class |
|---|---|
| 140F1215 | IPX7 |
| 140F1216 | IPX7 |
| 140F1217 | IPX7 |
| 140F1218 | IPX7 |
| 140F1219 | IPX7 |
| 140F1407 | IPX7 |
| 140F1220 | IPX7 |
| 140F1408 | IPX7 |
| 140F1221 | IPX7 |
| 140F1409 | IPX7 |
| 140F1222 | IPX7 |
| 140F1223 | IPX7 |
| 140F1224 | IPX7 |
| 140F1225 | IPX7 |
| 140F1226 | IPX7 |
| 140F1228 | IPX7 |
| 140F1229 | IPX7 |
| 140F1230 | IPX7 |
| 140F1231 | IPX7 |
| 140F1232 | IPX7 |
| 140F1233 | IPX7 |
| 140F1234 | IPX7 |
Product variants
Choose a product variant to go for product page on Danfoss Store, where you can find more details and documents
| Item no. | Element IP Class |
|---|---|
| 140F1215 | IPX7 |
| 140F1216 | IPX7 |
| 140F1217 | IPX7 |
| 140F1218 | IPX7 |
| 140F1219 | IPX7 |
| 140F1407 | IPX7 |
| 140F1220 | IPX7 |
| 140F1408 | IPX7 |
| 140F1221 | IPX7 |
| 140F1409 | IPX7 |
| 140F1222 | IPX7 |
| 140F1223 | IPX7 |
| 140F1224 | IPX7 |
| 140F1225 | IPX7 |
| 140F1226 | IPX7 |
| 140F1228 | IPX7 |
| 140F1229 | IPX7 |
| 140F1230 | IPX7 |
| 140F1231 | IPX7 |
| 140F1232 | IPX7 |
| 140F1233 | IPX7 |
| 140F1234 | IPX7 |
Product variants
Choose a product variant to go for product page on Danfoss Store, where you can find more details and documents
| Item no. | Element IP Class |
|---|---|
| 140F1215 | IPX7 |
| 140F1216 | IPX7 |
| 140F1217 | IPX7 |
| 140F1218 | IPX7 |
| 140F1219 | IPX7 |
| 140F1407 | IPX7 |
| 140F1220 | IPX7 |
| 140F1408 | IPX7 |
| 140F1221 | IPX7 |
| 140F1409 | IPX7 |
| 140F1222 | IPX7 |
| 140F1223 | IPX7 |
| 140F1224 | IPX7 |
| 140F1225 | IPX7 |
| 140F1226 | IPX7 |
| 140F1228 | IPX7 |
| 140F1229 | IPX7 |
| 140F1230 | IPX7 |
| 140F1231 | IPX7 |
| 140F1232 | IPX7 |
| 140F1233 | IPX7 |
| 140F1234 | IPX7 |
