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Have you ever put warm board in a manufactured home after it was delivered
Have you ever put warm board in a manufactured home after it was delivered Hmm…not sure on this one. Give us a call and tell us about the manufacturer you are working with. We’ve worked with many of these companies.
Can I use war board instead of subfloor in new construction?
Can I use war board instead of subfloor in new construction? Yes. Warmboard-S would install directly over the floor joist. You’ll get a subfloor and a radiant panel at the same time, all with same labor and fewer materials.
What types of flooring can be used with this system?
What types of flooring can be used with this system? Pretty much anything. Check out the compatible flooring types here. Watch this video for Hardwood installation over Warmboard radiant heat panels.
What kind of hard wood flooring should be used?
What kind of hard wood flooring should be used? Pergo. Engineered. Hardwood. Wideplank. Herringbone. Whatever you want, you can do it. See page 15 for hardwood installation information. Here’s a video as well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfCm9edpkaU
Where do I buy Warmboard in Canada?
Where do I buy Warmboard in Canada? We sell direct. If you like to give us a call, we can put you in touch with one of Regional Managers in your area. Contact us Today
Is there any project too small?
Is there any project too small? The smaller you go, the higher the price per square foot. Most of the jobs we see on the small end are around 450/sf. That said, we are also often in tiny homes and RVs where a smaller boiler unit is used with 50-150/sf of Warmboard. Give us a ... Is there any project too small?
We have installed warmboard in a home renovation and placed oak hardwood flooring over. Can we put any type of rug and pad on the floor without compromising the efficiency of the heating system?
We have installed warmboard in a home renovation and placed oak hardwood flooring over. Can we put any type of rug and pad on the floor without compromising the efficiency of the heating system? The carpet will slow the response, that’s just physics. So you may lose some efficiency in that room, but you probably ... We have installed warmboard in a home renovation and placed oak hardwood flooring over. Can we put any type of rug and pad on the floor without compromising the efficiency of the heating system?
Will Warmboard be effective in a 2 story home of approximately 10k sqft?
2 questions: Will Warmboard be effective in larger, 2 story homes of approximately 10,000 sqft? What do most home builders/owners do about air conditioning? VERY effective. We do many large homes like this every year. For air conditioning, central air still the most common. Though we highly recommend ductless mini-split system which can be zoned ... Will Warmboard be effective in a 2 story home of approximately 10k sqft?
Why would a zone have striping ?
Why would a zone have striping ? Striping will always occur, it just depends on the severity. When pumping hot water through the floor, striping will depend the conductivity (or there lack of) of the surrounding material. So, Warmboard, with aluminum, striping is minimal because the heat is spread out quickly and evenly across the ... Why would a zone have striping ?
I am planning to build a new house in Palmer, Alaska where the entire first floor is garage, and an equipment room.
I am planning to build a new house in Palmer, Alaska where the entire first floor is garage, and an equipment room. Living space is on the second and third floors. Usually, builders install an wall mounted heater in the garage, but I want radiant heated floors in the garage too. Does warmboard have a ... I am planning to build a new house in Palmer, Alaska where the entire first floor is garage, and an equipment room.
Can you get adhesive on Warmboard tubing?
Can you get adhesive on Warmboard tubing? you can, but it should be avoided. The tubing fits snugly in the channel. And, using adhesive in the channel actually prevents the tubing from sitting flush with the surface of the panel. If you get some on the tubing, just wipe it away.
Does warm lard require it’s own boiler vs tapping into my home water heater?
Does warm lard require it’s own boiler vs tapping into my home water heater? While you can use a combi unit, generally a dedicated water boiler is recommended for larger structures.
Would a warm board S system work in an all-electric home? I can’t tell if the boiler needs a gas line
Would a warm board S system work in an all-electric home? I can’t tell if the boiler needs a gas line Absolutely. Connect Warmboard to an electric boiler, perhaps using solar as the energy source? We can definitely do anything along these lines.
can the warm board system use electricity instead of gas to heat the water?
can the warm board system use electricity instead of gas to heat the water? Absolutely. We’ll work with you to find a heating unit that will work best for your needs.