Milling underfloor heating onto mesh – fast, affordable & professional
The smartest choice for renovation and conversion: clean milling in the screed floor with mesh for perfect pipe distribution, low installation height, and maximum heat output. New Heating takes care of everything: from design to delivery.
Lowest price guarantee* • National coverage • Certified installers
What is milling on nets?
When milling on mesh , we cut grooves into the existing screed, install mesh for a precise center-to-center spacing (usually 100–125–150 mm), and lay the underfloor heating pipes in a controlled manner according to the pattern. This results in higher heat output and more even temperature distribution than with random milling. You maintain a low installation height (often <10 mm after repair) and your system works perfectly with low supply temperatures (heat pump or high-efficiency boiler).
Why choose New Heating?
We will beat any equivalent written quote.
Tight tube spacing thanks to installation nets.
Usually <10 mm after filling and leveling.
Milling, tubes, distributor, adjustment & finishing.
Low flow temperature, high efficiency.
For
- Radiators, cold zones
- High supply temperature
- Noise complaints from surface-mounted systems
- Limited space for construction
After
- Even underfloor heat
- Low temperature heating (LT)
- Silent, invisible heating
- Maintaining door heights and skirting boards
Packages & price indications
Indicative starting prices (excluding VAT) based on common situations. We always provide customized quotes after (telephone) consultation or construction drawings.
Milling + netting
Slots, dust extraction, laying nets, repair/primer.
From €23–29/m²
+ Pipe & distributor (most chosen)
Everything from package 1 + pipe material, distributor, connection set.
From €45–59/m²
Completely installed
Complete installation, pressure testing, adjustment, delivery report.
From €65–85/m²
Additional options
- Thermostats/zone control
- Hydraulic balance / flow meters
- Slots for main pipes / wall penetrations
- Leveling / finishing floor / floor insulation
* Lowest price guarantee: Provide a current, comparable written quote (same scope/m², materials, warranty terms, and schedule). We will match or improve that price.
Technical specifications & implementation
Typically 12–16 mm deep, 14–18 mm wide (depending on pipe size and screed). Dust-free milling with industrial extraction.
PE-RT/PE-Xa 16×2 mm (standard) or 14×2 mm for limited coverage. Pipe spacing 100–150 mm depending on heat loss.
Steel mesh 5×5 or 10×10 cm or plastic grid; ensures stable pipe support and exact centre-to-centre distribution.
Fill the grooves with filler mortar/repair compound. Apply a primer to bond the finished floor or leveling compound where necessary.
Low-pressure manifold with (automatic) air vent, flow meters, and pump (if required). Zone control and smart thermostats are optional.
HR boiler, hybrid, or (all-electric) heat pump. Perfect for low flow temperatures (28–45°C).
Our working method – from recording to delivery
Situation analysis (drawings/photos), heat loss, zones, floor structure and planning.
Tube pattern, centre-to-centre measurement, group division, distributor position and materials.
Grinding slots, working in a dust-free environment, placing nets and moving pipes.
Connect distributor, fill/bleed system, pressure test & inspection.
Balancing flow rates, setting up the control system, operating instructions and delivery report.
When is milling on nets suitable?
Sand cement/anhydrite without loose particles, cracks or hollow clinkers.
Renovations with existing doors/skirting boards → minimal loss of height.
LT heating with a high degree of comfort and low heating costs.
Nets provide consistent pattern and predictable output.
Are you unsure about the condition of your floor? We can mill test grooves and perform an adhesion/pressure test.
Finish: tiles, PVC, laminate or cast floor
After filling and (where necessary) leveling, the floor is ready for finishing. We recommend the correct leveling compound, primer, and adhesive for each floor type. For wood/laminate flooring, we recommend a floating installation with the appropriate underlay and maximum allowable thermal resistance (R-value).
- Tiles/cast floors: very suitable due to low thermal resistance.
- Click-PVC/laminate: choose LT-suitable variants with a low R-value.
- Carpet: Only with a low R-value; avoid for top performance.
Case: 1980s house (Tilburg)
60 m² ground floor, sand cement. Milling + nets + divider. Result: even heat, boiler temperature of 70→45 °C, noticeably lower gas bill.
Case: apartment (Rotterdam)
45 m², anhydrite. Quiet milling, pressure tested OK. All-electric heat pump, flow rate 32–35°C, very comfortable.
Case: complete renovation (Utrecht)
95 m², partially new screed. Tight mesh pattern (125 mm). Zone control and smart thermostats for each room.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between “milling in” and “milling on nets”?
How long does it take?
Can it be installed in any floor?
What size tube do you use?
Does it work with a heat pump?
What about warranty?
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National coverage, local service
We mill and install throughout the Netherlands: Randstad, Brabant, Gelderland, North/South Holland, Overijssel, Utrecht, Limburg, Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe, Zeeland and Flevoland.
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Milling on nets = tight pattern, fast comfort and low operating costs.
