We’ve rounded up the latest flooring installation product introductions, systems and technologies for this month's virtual product showcase. In this month's round-up, we showcase the latest radiant heating systems on the market.
Laticrete
The Strata_Heat floor warming system, which includes a high-performance floor heating spliceless wire and an uncoupling mat, for an energy-efficient installation. The combination of the spliceless wire, Strata_Heat mat and Thermal Pack offer high quality and ease-of-use which are vital for improving overall performance for both the installer and end user. Photo: Laticrete.
MAPEI
Mapeheat Mat is a pre-wired, radiant floor-heating fabric designed for easy installation. Embedded in the fabric, the heating wires are evenly spaced, guaranteeing even heat distribution with no cold spots. Mapeheat Mat is available in more than 70 standard sizes and can also be custom-sized to accommodate curves, angles and obstructions. Photo: Mapei.
Schluter Systems
Schluter Systems has created an installation detail on installing its Ditra-Heat warming system on a shower floor. With waterproofing concerns in mind, Schluter created a detail for proper installation in showers. By using a dedicated heating cable inside the shower area and completing required waterproofing steps using the Kerdi waterproofing system over the floor warming system, the shower floor can be warmed, just like any other tiled floor. Photo: Schluter Systems.
ThermoSoft
ThermoFloor is a 4-in-1 heating, insulating, noise reducing and moisture abating radiant heating system designed for laminate, glue-down and floating hardwood and engineered wood floors With the addition of FiberThermics heating technology and high-quality multi-functional underlayment padding, this is a practical solution. Photo: ThermoSoft.
WarmlyYours
Providing remote installation supervision for radiant heating installations, Remote SmartSupport is a great way to decrease installation problems for floor heating or snow melting systems during the crucial stages while also limiting the number of people needed at a jobsite. In addition to indoor application, SmartSupport can be used for snow melting systems. Photo: Warmly Yours.
Warmup
By popular demand, Warmup has delivered a vertical version of the 4iE so that every job can connect to the smartest line voltage thermostat on the market. Warmup’s 4iE thermostat allows for the most efficient and convenient use of underfloor heating systems. Using the MyHeating app and a WiFi enabled device you can choose to alter your thermostat settings manually from any location or you can enable SmartGeo so that your system activates automatically based off of your proximity to home. Photo: Warmup.
