{"product_id":"polypipe-red-floor-panel-1200mm-1000mm-screeded-ufh-floor-system-pb08576","title":"Polypipe Red Floor Panel 1200mm × 1000mm | Screeded UFH Floor System | PB08576","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pp-desc * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .pp-desc { font-family: inherit; color: inherit; line-height: 1.7; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pp-desc p, .pp-desc li, .pp-desc td, .pp-desc th { font-size: 16px !important; line-height: 1.7; }\n  .pp-desc h2 { font-size: 22px !important; font-weight: 700; color: #1a2a1a; border-bottom: 2px solid #e05c00; padding-bottom: 6px; margin: 2rem 0 1rem; line-height: 1.3; }\n  .pp-desc h3 { font-size: 17px !important; font-weight: 700; color: #1a2a1a; margin: 1.2rem 0 0.4rem; line-height: 1.4; }\n  .pp-desc p { margin: 0 0 1rem; }\n  .pp-desc ul { padding-left: 1.5rem; margin: 0 0 1rem; }\n  .pp-desc ul li { margin-bottom: 0.5rem; }\n  .pp-intro-box { background: #f9f4f0; border-left: 4px solid #e05c00; padding: 1.1rem 1.4rem; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0; 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padding: 1rem 0; }\n  .pp-faq-item:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .pp-faq-item p { margin: 0.4rem 0 0 !important; }\n  @media (max-width: 600px) {\n    .pp-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; }\n    .pp-spec-table td:first-child { width: auto; }\n    .pp-stat-bar { justify-content: center; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"pp-desc\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-intro-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pp-badge\"\u003ePB08576\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pp-badge red\"\u003eRed Floor Panel\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pp-badge grey\"\u003e1200mm × 1000mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pp-badge grey\"\u003eSolid \/ Screeded Floors\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:0.75rem !important;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePolypipe Red Floor Panel (PB08576)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the optimum-performance pipe positioning and guide panel for water underfloor heating in new-build and renovation solid or screeded floors. Each 1200mm × 1000mm lightweight plastic panel forms an interlocking castellated grid that guides 15mm or 18mm UFH pipe into precise spacing configurations — 100mm, 200mm, or 300mm centres — while elevating the pipe slightly off the insulation so it becomes fully embedded in screed for maximum heat output. Panels nest together for storage and site handling, and offer a degree of protection to laid pipework while other trades continue working before screeding. Allow for overlap and waste when calculating quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-stat-bar\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"num\"\u003e1200×1000\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lbl\"\u003ePanel Size (mm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"num\"\u003e1.2m²\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lbl\"\u003eCoverage per Panel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"num\"\u003e91 W\/m²\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lbl\"\u003eHeat Output @ 200mm \/ 50°C\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"num\"\u003e100m\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lbl\"\u003eMax Circuit Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"num\"\u003e65mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lbl\"\u003eOptimum Screed Depth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Use the Polypipe Red Panel System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Polypipe Red Floor Panel system is one of two solid floor installation methods Polypipe offers — the other being the Clip Rail system. While the Clip Rail uses separate rails to position the pipe, the Red Panel provides a complete pre-formed grid that the pipe is guided through directly. The castellated knobs in the panel surface grip and hold the pipe at the pre-determined spacing, eliminating the need for separate clips, measuring, or chalked guidelines. The result is faster, more consistent pipe spacing — particularly beneficial for spiral (snail) configurations where precise, even spacing is important for uniform heat distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA key performance advantage of the red panel system is that the castellated surface lifts the pipe slightly above the insulation boards beneath. This allows screed to flow underneath the pipe as well as above it, fully enveloping the pipe in the screed mass. Full pipe encapsulation improves heat transfer between the heated water and the screed, and increases the thermal mass effect of the system. Additionally, once screeded, the panels displace approximately 15% of the screed volume, slightly reducing the amount of screed material needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🔴 Precise Pipe Positioning — No Measuring\u003c\/strong\u003eCastellated knobs guide and grip pipe at 100mm, 200mm, or 300mm centres automatically. No chalk lines, no measuring, no separate clips required for pipe positioning — the panel geometry does the work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e📐 Suitable for Any Room Shape\u003c\/strong\u003ePanels are easily cut with a handsaw or angle grinder to fit irregular room shapes, columns, alcoves, and obstacles. Panel-to-panel joints interlock (half-castellation over three-quarter castellation) for a continuous, gapless grid surface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌀 Spiral Configuration Ready\u003c\/strong\u003eThe panel grid supports the recommended spiral (snail) pipe layout, which ensures even heat distribution across the floor surface. The minimum pipe bending radius is automatically maintained by the castellation geometry — 90° bends using two castellations, 180° bends using three.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🏗️ Protects Pipework During Construction\u003c\/strong\u003eLaid pipe sits within the panel castellations and is protected from accidental damage by passing trades before screeding. This allows safe site access and continuation of other work — electrical first fix, partition framing — without risk of displacing or damaging the laid pipework.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🔒 Pipe Fully Embedded in Screed\u003c\/strong\u003eThe elevated pipe position ensures screed flows beneath as well as above the pipe, providing full 360° encapsulation. This maximises conductive contact between pipe and screed, improving heat output and reducing lag time between system start-up and floor warmth reaching the surface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e📦 Nestable for Storage and Transport\u003c\/strong\u003ePanels nest inside each other for compact storage and handling on site. Each panel measures 1200×1000mm and covers 1.2m² (actual; allow for overlap and waste). One bag of 250 pipe clips (PB02911) is recommended per 50m² of floor area — used to additionally secure the pipe at bends and circuit ends.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePerformance Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"pp-perf-table\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePipe Spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeat Output (50°C flow temp)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax Coverage per Circuit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePipe Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mm centres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox 91 W\/m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12m² (15mm pipe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.2m per m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm centres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox 91 W\/m² at 50°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22m² (15mm or 18mm pipe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5m per m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mm centres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30m² (18mm pipe only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.3m per m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#555; font-size:15px !important;\"\u003eMaximum circuit length: 100m for all pipe sizes. Allow for connection tails (manifold to floor and return) when calculating net floor coverage per circuit. For 12m pipe (Overlay system), use the Overlay™ panel range — these red panels are for 15mm and 18mm pipe in solid\/screeded floor applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eCompatible Floor Constructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"pp-inbox-list\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSand and cement screed (traditional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePumped liquid screed (anhydrite \/ calcium sulphate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFine concrete and heavy concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePolymer modified screeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePanels are laid over pre-installed rigid insulation boards (not included). Optimum screed depth is 65mm measured from the base of the panel — equivalent to approximately 40mm of screed above the top of the pipe. This gives the best balance of thermal mass and heat-up time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"pp-spec-table\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePB08576\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanel dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200mm × 1000mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoverage per panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2m² (actual); allow for overlap and waste\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight plastic (polypropylene)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible pipe sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15mm and 18mm UFH barrier pipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePipe centres available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mm, 200mm, 300mm (18mm pipe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum circuit length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptimum screed depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65mm from panel base (40mm above pipe top)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat output (50°C, 200mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox 91 W\/m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScreed volume displaced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox 15% (reduces screed material required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanel joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterlocking (½ castellation over ¾ castellation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid \/ screeded floors — new build and renovation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eInstall insulation boards to the required depth across the entire floor area first. Lay the first red floor panel with the ½-castellation edge against the wall. Interlock subsequent panels — the ½-castellation of each panel overlaps the ¾-castellation of the previous. Continue to fill the room, cutting panels to fit at perimeter edges and around obstacles. Fit edge expansion strip around the room perimeter before laying pipe — this accommodates thermal expansion of the screed. Lay pipe from the outside of the coil, unrolling in the direction of travel. For spiral configurations, route the pipe through the castellations at the required spacing, using two castellations for a 90° bend and three for a 180°. Secure at bends and circuit ends with PB02911 pipe clips. Connect circuit tails to the manifold using conduit pipe (CPC1525 or CPC2225) to protect the pipe through the screed perimeter. Have the screed contractor pour after system pressure testing — leave the system pressurised during screeding to reveal any accidental damage. Optimum screed depth: 65mm from panel base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-callout\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Ordering — Allow for Overlap and Waste\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEach panel covers 1.2m² actual area, but the interlocking joints and perimeter cuts will consume additional panels. As a general rule, add 10–15% to the calculated floor area when ordering. For example, a 20m² room will require a minimum of 17 panels (20 ÷ 1.2 = 16.7), but ordering 19–20 is recommended to allow for cuts and waste. Contact us if you need help calculating quantities for your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eCan I use these panels with 12mm pipe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The PB08576 red floor panels are designed for 15mm and 18mm barrier pipe. For 12mm pipe installations — such as the Polypipe Overlay system — use the Overlay™ floor panel range (PB08570 \/ PB08571), which has grooves sized for 12mm pipe. Using 12mm pipe in the PB08576 castellations would not secure the pipe correctly or maintain the minimum bend radius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eDo the panels need to be fixed to the insulation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe panels sit on the insulation boards and are held in position by the weight of the screed and the interlocking panel joints. In most installations, no additional fixing of the panels to the insulation is required — the pipe tensioning and serpentine routing holds the panels flat. In sloping or uneven areas, panels can be temporarily secured with tape or nails through the insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhat insulation do I need under the panels?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePolypipe recommends rigid insulation boards under the red panel system — typically EPS (expanded polystyrene) or PIR boards of adequate thickness for the floor application. The required insulation thickness depends on the floor type (ground floor, intermediate floor, over unheated space), the building's U-value target, and local Building Regulations requirements. A minimum of 50mm EPS is typical for ground floors; consult your UFH designer or Building Control for the specific requirement for your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eCan I use the panels with both spiral and serpentine layouts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes — the red panel system supports both spiral (snail) and serpentine (boustrophedon) pipe layouts. Polypipe recommends the spiral configuration where possible, as it produces more even temperature distribution across the floor — each circuit has both the flow and return legs interleaved, preventing distinct hot and cool zones. The serpentine layout is simpler but results in a temperature gradient from flow end to return end of the circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pp-infobox\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eℹ️ Related products for this system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypipe UFH Barrier Pipe 15mm (UFH5015B to UFH15015B) · PB02911 Standard UFCH Pipe Clip Pack of 250 · CLIPRL Clip Rail (for areas where panels aren't suitable) · CPC1525 \/ CPC2225 Conduit Pipe Coil (for pipe protection through screed perimeter and manifold connections) · Edge Expansion Strip (PB05855)\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Polypipe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63633274962269,"sku":"PB08576","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/2051\/3629\/files\/PolypipeRedFloorPanelScreededUFHFloorSystemPB08576.webp?v=1772127178","url":"https:\/\/qualityheating.co.uk\/products\/polypipe-red-floor-panel-1200mm-1000mm-screeded-ufh-floor-system-pb08576","provider":"AIZO Quality Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}