General |
Heating Mats |
5mm In-Screed cables |
Insulation Boards |
Thermostats
How do I attach to the heating cable to the sub-floor?
The heating cable is attached to the subfloor using the double sided tape provided. If additional securing is required, you should only use a hot-glue gun.
Can I cut the heating cable if I have too much?
NO. The BLACK heating cable must never be cut.
What is the difference between the heating mats and the loose cable?
The only difference between the 3mm heating mats and heating cables is the fact that the heating cable is attached to the mesh ion the heating mats. This means that in the heating mats the heating cable is already pre-spaced to generate either 160watts/sqm or 200watts/sqm. The loose 3mm heating cable is exactly that - loose cable which must be manually laid out to generate the required wattage. Other than that, the actual 'heating cable' in both products is exactly the same
Can I attach one heating cable, which is laid at 160 watt, and one that is laid at 200 watt to the same thermostat, as I will have 2 different floor finishes?
NO. You can only attach heating mats or cable of the same wattage/sqm to the same thermostat or junction box
If I accidentally damage the heating cable, can it be repaired?
Yes. You will need a special repair kit, which is easily available form UFH4U.
Do I need to use a thermostat with the heating cables?
Yes, it is highly recommended that you do in order to protect the heating system and your floors.
Can I use tape on top of the heating cable for additional securing to the floor?
We do NOT recommend this as it compromises the way the cable will work and may create 'air' pockets, which can cause the cable to burn out. If the heating cable needs additional securing to the sub-floor we recommend you use a Hot-Glue gun to do this.
Can I lay the floor finish directly on top of the heating cable?
NO. The actual heating cable should never lay exposed to the floor finish or the air, as this will cause it to be damaged. The heating cable must either be fully encased in tile adhesive (if laying tiles) or a flexible levelling compound (for all other floor finishes)
How do I work out how much cable I need to cover the area I have using the cable kits?
Our 3mm heating cable (as per the loose cable and heating mats) is rated at 15 watts per linear meter. You need to work out how many runs per square meter you need to achieve the required wattage. We have included a table that outlines the area covered by each length of cable according to the wattage you wish to use.
recommend you aim to evenly cover between 90 and 95% of the free floor space (FFS) of the room. That is the area NOT occupied by fixtures and fittings (or items that need to be secured to the floor) such as kitchen cabinets, bathtubs, toilets etc.
It is important to insure that you are able to evenly cover the FFS to insure you generate enough heat to meet your needs and so that you do not end up with 'cold spots'.
Doesn't the heating cable take up a lot of room under the floor?
No. Our heating cables are only 3mm thick so there is no need to excavate the sub floor.
