Energy and regulations

Floors, energy labels and Dutch building rules are more connected than most people think. These guides explain how your floor affects efficiency and comfort, and what current regulations mean for a heated home.

12 guides

• BENG rules and your floor choice: a plain Dutch guide for 2026BENG rules (Bijna EnergieNeutrale Gebouwen) became stricter in 2026, affecting floor choices for Dutch homes. …
• Does a wooden floor make underfloor heating slower? Dutch facts for 2026A wooden floor can make underfloor heating slightly slower to respond, but modern engineered wood and correct …
• Eco-friendly floor finishes: plant-based options in the Netherlands 2026Eco-friendly floor finishes are becoming popular in the Netherlands in 2026. Plant-based options like the Bios…
• Floor insulation under heated floors in the Netherlands 2026Floor insulation under heated floors is essential in the Netherlands to prevent heat loss and save energy. In …
• Getting your Dutch home off gas: the role of your floor in 2026In 2026, Dutch homes must move away from gas heating. Underfloor heating is a key part of this shift, and your…
• Smart thermostats and heated wooden floors in the Netherlands 2026Smart thermostats work well with heated wooden floors in the Netherlands, but you need the right floor and pro…
• Subsidies for home heating upgrades in the Netherlands 2026 and where floors fit inIn 2026, Dutch homeowners can apply for several subsidies for home heating upgrades, including the ISDE for he…
• Summer heat and wooden floors: keeping a Dutch home cool in 2026Summer heat can make a home feel warm, but the right wooden floor helps keep it cool. Oak floors with a light …
• Sustainable wooden floors: FSC and other Dutch choices for 2026Dutch homeowners who want a sustainable wooden floor in 2026 have many options, but FSC certification and eco-…
• The ideal thermostat settings for wooden floors in Holland 2026For wooden floors in Holland in 2026, the ideal thermostat setting during the day is 20 to 21 degrees Celsius,…
• Underfloor heating and energy bills: what Dutch households save in 2026In 2026, Dutch households with underfloor heating can expect energy savings of 15 to 25 percent compared to tr…
• Winter-proofing your heated wooden floor in Holland 2026Winter-proofing a heated wooden floor in Holland in 2026 means protecting the wood from dry indoor air, sudden…