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The use of aluminium ‘spreader plates’ is common in installing water underfloor heating to joisted floors.There are pros and cons of the use of spreader plates that should be considered for water underfloor heating:Pros1.    Easy to install for the novice installer as they set the pipe spacing2.    Lightweight – where biscuit mix can’t be used3.    Clean installation – less mess than biscuit mix4.    Quicker – generally faster to install than biscuit mix5.    Spread the heat evenly when used with insulation alone