You’ve experienced radiant floor heating and decided, “I need this in my bathroom!” The problem is, you don’t want to rip up your existing floor for a heated tile floor, or you’re not ready to remodel the bathroom. With retrofit...
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Most Common Floor Heating Installation Mistakes and What To Do Instead
Small mistakes during radiant floor heating installation can lead to system failures, cold spots, or even voided warranties. By knowing the most common errors and how to avoid them, you’ll save time, protect your investment, and ensure your floors heat...
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide to DITRA-HEAT Products
DITRA-HEAT is Schluter Systems’ line of electric radiant floor heating products. This floor heating system is trusted for its membrane technology and its integrated design that eliminates the need for self-leveling compounds. To get started with DITRA-HEAT, you need three...
Read MoreElectric Radiant Heating Mat Systems vs. Cable Systems: What’s the Difference?
Radiant floor heating is an efficient way to heat a home. It works by warming the floor and radiating heat upward, creating a comfortable environment. Two common types of electric radiant floor heating systems are mat systems and cable systems....
Read MoreOur Guide to Heated Concrete Floors
Table of Contents What are Heated Concrete Floors? Benefits of Heated Concrete Floors Key Considerations Cost of Heated Concrete Floors Heated Concrete Floors for New Builds and Remodels In-Slab Heating Cables Get Help from the Experts Other Helpful Resources What...
Read MoreA Guide to Using Radiant Heat Under Wood Floors
Table of Contents Introduction Wood flooring and radiant heat compatibility Heat conductivity of wood and impact on radiant heat systems Benefits of radiant heating under wood flooring Choosing a radiant heating system for under your wood floors Getting started with...
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Benefits of a New Floor Heating Thermostat
Benefits of a New Floor Heating Thermostat Bulky, overcomplicated dial and push-button thermostats are a thing of the past. Now is a great time to upgrade! An electric floor heating system will last many years, but older systems can benefit...
Read MoreHow to Heat Your Floor on Any Budget
Installing heated floors on a budget? We’ll explain three different levels of floor heating and what to expect from each approach while keeping a budget in mind. Heating the Essential Areas We believe that even those on a smaller budget...
Read MoreHow Efficient Is Electric Radiant Floor Heat? How Much Energy Does It Use?
Electric radiant floor heating systems are generally very efficient and use as much or less energy than other heating systems. Most heated tile floors and electric floor heating systems use 12 watts per hour per square foot, meaning a 100-square-foot...
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Can I Heat My Entire Room with a Floor Heating System?
Yes, electric floor heat can be used as a primary heat source in most rooms. In fact, the average floor heating system puts out as much, if not more, heat per square foot than other heating systems. It also heats...
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