Underfloor Collection

2008 FIA World Rally Championship
FIA World Rally Championship, Rd 7. May 29- June 1, 2008 Acropolis Rally, Athens, Greece Wednesday May 28, 2008. New Subaru Impreza WRC 2008 in the service area. DIGITAL IMAGE

Roman city of Bath, underfloor heating system

Roman Villa of Pisoes. El Alentejo. Portugal
Roman Villa of Pisoes (1st to 4th century A.D.). Roman Bath (Termae). Hypocaust. Near Beja. El Alentejo. Portugal

Roman Baths of Titus
View of the Roman Baths of Titus, public baths or thermae built in Rome by the Emperor Titus in 81 AD. A cross section is shown

Tiles on floor laid on mesh mat

Installing underfloor heating pipes in new office building - Cheltenham - UK
MAB-1405 Installing underfloor heating pipes in new office building Cheltenham - UK Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Roman hypocaust at Chedworth
Roman hypocaust pillars, part of an underfloor and walls central heating system, in the remains of a villa at Chedworth, Gloucestershire, England. 3rd - 4th century A.D. C.1950

Hypocaust at Chesters
A hypocaust excavated at the Roman fort of Chesters, situated on Hadrians Wall at the point where it crossed the River North Tyne

Roman Hypocaust
Hypocaust (underfloor heating) at the Baths of Titus, Rome Date: 1st century

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"Unearthing the Secrets of Underfloor: From Ancient Roman Baths to Modern Comfort" Step back in time to the Roman city of Bath, where luxurious underfloor heating systems were first introduced. The year is 2008, and the FIA World Rally Championship roars through historic streets, while beneath their tires lies a hidden marvel - the remains of Roman Villa of Pisoes in El Alentejo, Portugal. As we explore further into history, we discover the intricate mosaic floors at the Roman Baths of Titus. These exquisite tiles were laid on mesh mats, showcasing ancient craftsmanship that still captivates us today. Fast forward to modern times as we witness progress being made in Cheltenham, UK. In a new office building, underfloor heating pipes are being installed with precision and care. This innovative technology ensures warmth and comfort for future occupants. But let's not forget our roots. The Romans truly mastered this art with their hypocaust system - an ingenious method that circulated hot air beneath floors for efficient heating. At Chedworth and Chesters sites, remnants of these remarkable hypocausts transport us back to an era where engineering brilliance met architectural finesse. From ancient ruins to contemporary construction projects, underfloor systems continue to revolutionize how we experience warmth and luxury. Join us on this journey as we unravel the secrets behind underfloor innovation - bridging centuries together for ultimate comfort and style.