Heat Source
Generally a diesel boiler, gas boiler or air to water heat pump located in a convenient place, normally the laundry, garage or outside the house.
Central heating is a method of whole-home heating in which warm water circulates through a closed network of pipes, carrying heat around the home. The heat source warms the water circulated through the pipes that lead to radiators or to the pipes laid in the floor for underfloor heating. The diagram below shows some of the main components of a central heating system.
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Distribution
Insulated pipes distribute the water from the heat source to the emitters. For underfloor heating a manifold is used to distribute the water to pipes in the floor.
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Emitters
Emitters are a means of releasing heat from the heat source into the rooms. Options include underfloor pipe, radiator panels and towel rails (in bathrooms).
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Control
A central control point in your home that can be programmed to suit your level of comfort. Some controllers can be controlled remotely using a mobile app.
