Braxtherm

Braxtherm, British manufacturer of radiant underfloor heating systems

Braxtherm is a UK-based company that designs and manufactures components for radiant underfloor heating installations. According to its own presentation, it controls its production lines and holds all stock in a UK warehouse, allowing it to sell directly from the factory without intermediaries. The company identifies itself as a registered UK VAT payer and offers commercial support to trade professionals.

Component and kit catalogue

The online shop is organised into several product families:

• Underfloor heating manifolds, including a 10-port model in 304 stainless steel with Grundfos pump, A-rated, and ball valves.
• Pumps and blending valves for radiant installations.
• Isolation ball valves.
• Multilayer PEX-AL-PEX pipe with oxygen barrier, in 100 m and 200 m formats, 16 mm x 2 mm and 10 bar pressure.
• Complete manifold kits with pump, available in versions with Grundfos pump or Wilo pump.
• Accessories, including replacement flow meters for manifold with 0 to 5 l/min flow rate regulation, in packs of 1, 2 or 5 units.

The catalogue consulted showed prices such as £64.99 for the 100 m pipe roll, £129.99 for the 200 m roll, £8.99 for the flow meter and £375.99 for the 10-port manifold kit with Grundfos pump.

Own production and focus on the professional

The company states that it designs and manufactures its main components, including its stainless steel manifolds, in accordance with strict UK engineering standards. Managing its own production and stock allows it, according to its approach, to offer direct-from-manufacturer prices and full commercial support to trade professionals. For large-volume orders and large-scale developments, it offers bespoke pricing through its technical team, with quotes tailored to the specifications and timelines of each project.

Shipping and returns

Orders are dispatched via express delivery from its central logistics hub in Birmingham, with Royal Mail and Evri services, and estimated delivery in one or two working days. The company states that express delivery is free on all products, with no minimum order, and that a tracking number is provided as soon as the order is dispatched. Orders placed before 18:00 are prepared for dispatch the next working day.

The returns policy covers 30 days from delivery for unused and resalable items, in their original packaging. Return costs are borne by the buyer, who must ensure that the goods arrive safely; for high-value components such as manifolds and pumps, the company recommends using a tracked and insured courier service.

Technical content and trade network

Braxtherm maintains a resource hub with articles on manifold materials, comparisons between radiators and underfloor heating in UK homes, systems adapted to the UK climate, and analysis of efficiency and cost between hydronic and electric radiant heating. It also invites professionals to join its trade network, with information on industry news, compliance updates and engineering tips. The website also includes sections for extended warranty registration, warranty terms, trade account and manuals.