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I’m looking for a source for Warmboard in the Seattle area.

I’m looking for a source for Warmboard in the Seattle area. We sell direct. Though we do have a Regional Manager in Seattle who can work with you directly and meet with you in person or on the job site as needed.

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Can you talk me out of Roth Panels and into Warmboard for my future projects

I am a DIYer. My project will require 500 sqft of radiant heating surface. For my last project I used Roth RH Panels and fined them very efficient, but very expensive. Can you talk me out of Roth Panels and into Warmboard for my future projects? Absolutely. Give us a call, tell us about your ... Can you talk me out of Roth Panels and into Warmboard for my future projects

Building Your Dream Cabin

Designing a cabin from scratch can be an exciting, but stressful process. And without a professional architect at your side or years of experience yourself, there are so many crucial considerations that can easily be missed. Whether you’re building a vacation home for your family or a rental property to generate cash flow for years ... Building Your Dream Cabin

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

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.

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?

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.

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. 

We are in the very early planning stages of a new construction retirement home in northern Idaho.

We are in the very early planning stages of a new construction retirement home in northern Idaho. Could you provide a ball-park cost per sf for materials for homeowner install? even a high estimate will suffice. Thank You. For a hydronic radiant floor heating system, you should pencil in $18/sf for material and labor. In ... We are in the very early planning stages of a new construction retirement home in northern Idaho.

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.

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 ?

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.

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