ᐅ Which Type of Flooring Is Suitable for Underfloor Heating?

I can no longer imagine having wall-to-wall carpet, even though I grew up with it. However, a play rug, preferably washable, is definitely practical.

A play rug like that

Yes, exactly.
A smooth floor that is easy to clean, with a rug on top for a soft feeling underfoot.
The downside is the tripping edge, but overall it is the more flexible solution.

Nothing beats these great “traffic play mats,” where you could drive Matchbox cars for hours.

Anyone who trips over this edge might want to work on their walking style. 😉

But overall, carpets are, in my opinion, no longer modern.

Thank you very much for the many responses.

Carpet is completely out for us; it’s no longer modern and also not hygienic.

@ypg I haven’t been able to find any affordable bamboo parquet quickly.
Bamboo parquet also looks a bit unusual (but it’s not completely ruled out).
Can you tell me what advantages bamboo parquet has over regular hardwood flooring? Could you also give a tip where to find it cheaply, for example a store?
Is bamboo parquet always lacquered?

We have a relatively large dog, about 45 kg (99 lbs).
Of course, we don’t want scratches on the floor from running or playing, so I’m looking for a floor that is quite durable.

The child should also not scratch the floor too easily (completely avoiding scratches is impossible anyway).

Honestly, I’m overwhelmed by the many different types of parquet (without studying it, nobody really understands all of it 😀).

@DeepRed Yes, rigid vinyl is also an option.
If vinyl is the better choice for us, I’d like to check which vinyl is best: the regular kind with impact sound insulation or rigid vinyl.
Does the impact sound insulation possibly compensate for unevenness in the screed (dents or bumps) better than rigid vinyl?

I’m not really opposed to plastic flooring as long as it’s not harmful to health or has other negative points.
If vinyl is the best option for us based on its properties, it wouldn’t be ruled out just because it’s plastic.

Plastics – no matter where they come from – will eventually end up in the ocean. If you think 100 or 200 years ahead, this becomes clear.
Of course, I also use plastics ... I drive a car and a bike ... but whenever I can avoid it, I do.

Here is a list of pros and cons of vinyl and parquet

Pros and cons of vinyl:

• wide range of unique designs and colors
• realistic imitation of wood and stone floors
• low installation height (ideal for renovations)
• contains only natural plasticizers
• suitable for installation in wet rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms
• low emissions and antibacterial
• warm underfoot
• can be installed over underfloor heating
• quiet and pleasant acoustics
• very low maintenance (no oiling or polishing needed)
• easy to install
• slip-resistant

Pros and cons of parquet:

• natural solid wood flooring from sustainable forestry
• timeless and elegant
• exceptional material quality and high-quality surface finishing
• especially durable and resilient
• wide variety of individual design options
• highest functionality
• healthy for living environments and recyclable
• natural and fantastic tactile feel
• easy to install thanks to our patented click system
• warm underfoot
• pleasant walking sensation
• suitable for installation over underfloor heating
• particularly dimensionally stable due to its three-layer construction
• enhanced swelling protection

These are the pros and cons listed by Parador for their products

I found a similar list elsewhere as well

Both sources described vinyl as especially effective for impact sound insulation and joint protection

Is it really true that vinyl offers better impact sound insulation than parquet when both are installed as floating floors?