Mobile under floor heating under the carpet

Warm floors have long ceased to be something amazing. Now they are often used in new buildings, but their use requires the dismantling of the old flooring, and floors in general. In old houses it is very inconvenient, because earlier architects did not consider this possibility, and many cannot do the whole repair only because of the floors.

Quite recently mobile heated floors appeared on the Russian market. They are quite easy to use. To use them, you need a regular outlet and observance of simple rules of use.

This system is easy to use.The name itself suggests that the heating element can be moved to any place in the apartment or house.

The design of this system is very simple and consists of:

• decorative side, which is mounted on sticky tape;
• the heating element itself;
• substrates of special materials;
• power system with a 220v outlet.

Such a warm floor can be safely used in any room. It is also possible to hide it under a rug or carpet.

Portable underfloor heating has many advantages:

• Mobility. Having one product, you can freely move it to where you need it. During the day you can use it in the living room, and at night take it with you to the bedroom. It is also convenient to transport it in the car and take it to the country. You can use such systems under other elements of the decor, for example, install a mobile underfloor heating under the carpet or hide it in the carpet. Thus, having this product, you can not spend money on warm floors in all rooms at once.

• No installation work. One of the basic principles of such systems is “turn on and warm up”.It does not require any repairs - just going to the store and having an outlet in the right room.

• Efficiency. The efficiency of such a system is 90%. Floor heating is a very profitable type of space heating, because it is often the main cold in the room that comes from the floor. It is also worth noting that with the help of the mobility of these systems, the heat comes to exactly where people are. You can add that the heat is at the bottom, and does not immediately go to the ceiling.
• Durability. The resource declared by manufacturers is 50 thousand working hours with twisting and shifting from place to place. But this is observed only with care.

• Temperature control. This system has the ability to adjust the heat output;
• Security. Quality products will not harm people or pets;
• Low accident rate. From such a system, there is nothing to drain on the floor to spoil it. With all the rules, the risk of an accident is zero.

It is possible to identify and disadvantages, as a whole such systems, and their various types:

• High price. Since this technology is still new and only conquers the market, its cost will be high.
• Increase electricity charges. With the use of such systems will increase electricity consumption.
• It is impossible to put furniture legs on mobile floors. They can cause a system failure and a subsequent failure.

• Use of floors with a resistive film in dry rooms. Knowing that you have a mobile floor heating, you need to know exactly the type of film. Floors with a resistive film can not be put in the bathroom or in the kitchen. It is also forbidden to use them in rooms with humidity above 85%.

• The decrease in the intensity of heating over time. Frequent power surges do not threaten to disable the system. But if there are drops, and they occur too often, it is necessary either to buy a voltage relay, which will automatically disconnect the system from the voltage, or to monitor these surges. Otherwise, the process of heating floors will be slowed down.

There are two main types of mobile warm floors, which are very popular. Their main difference is the material of the thermofilm that is used.

Thermofilms stand out resistive and infrared.

Describing the principle of the resistive film, you can compare it with the principle of a heating electric wire. Inside the floors is a huge number of metal strips. The gap between them does not exceed 1 mm, which creates the effect of a film or a solid metal web (instead of strips of metal).

The cables themselves are conductive, located on the sides. The process of heating this web looks like this: the bands are heated with the help of electricity, and the bands transfer heat to each other.

The principle of operation of mobile floors with infrared thermofilm is very different from the system described above. This heater gives the air around the room around him using infrared radiation. The wavelength is selected in such a way that it is safe for humans and is 9 microns.

There are standard sizes for mobile warm floors:

• 280x200 cm This option is perfect in a large room, room or living room. Also this floor needs to be laid in those apartments where there are small children. They will not crawl out from the warm floor to the cold and they will have a large area for games without the risk of freezing;
• 200x140 cm Such a format will help create a more comfortable specific area. For example, at the desktop and under the feet at the table during the meal;

• 180x60 cm Such bands are most often produced with IR film specifically for bathrooms. Especially felt the difference in sensations between such a floor and a cold tile;
• 80x50 cm It is usually installed under the rug in the hallway. Used to create a thermal curtain in the hallway, and can also be used to dry shoes.

In addition, you can select special heaters in cars. Their area is 0.72 sq m, and such options can be powered from the cigarette lighter in the cabin.

Mainly, such systems are used in residential premises. They are needed to create a more comfortable atmosphere.Often these floors are used in the months when it is already cold outside, as in the apartment, and the heating is not yet given. Also, such devices can be used where there is no heating at all, for example, on a balcony or loggia.

This system will be an excellent replacement for radiators or it can be used indoors as an additional source of heat where there are no such radiators. Such floors help to maintain the required temperature.

Mobile floor is different in that it can not be exploited for a long time without losing any properties.

With constant use you need to follow simple rules for care:

• the floor surface where such floors are used must be flat. This factor creates the most comfortable conditions for space heating. Any irregularity, especially sharp, can damage the system over time;
• Do not put anything heavy on a warm floor. This can knock out the contours, leading to uneven heating and breakage;

• The thermostat must be left open. He must control the temperature in the room to avoid overheating of the entire system.

Today there is a huge selection of companies that produce this product. As elsewhere, there are obscure manufacturers in the market who save on materials. This leads to sad consequences, so it is best to pay attention to the recommended brands:

• "Thermolux Express". This company is a bright representative of domestic production. The coating is artificial felt, which is easy to care for. The length of the wire is 2.5 m, which allows it to be used in any part of even large rooms. The heating time of this floor is one hour before the maximum temperature of 30 degrees. This temperature was chosen because it is comfortable for a person;

• "Good warmth." This company produces compact rugs of 80x50 cm. It provides a wide range of patterns, colors and shades for its products. This is one of the main advantages of this brand. Also to the pluses can be attributed to the fact that the manufacturer thought about energy consumption and made the floors economical;
• Manufacturers such as Viks, Sinplain, Trio and Technology.

If you evaluate user feedback, they are very pleased with the appearance on the domestic market of these products. Now this product is in great demand.

The warm floor under the carpet is beautiful because its construction is not conspicuous and easily hides behind other floor coverings. For example, such a system can be laid on a loggia and covered with a rectangular long carpet with a low nap. This will look neat, and walking on such a surface will be warm.

In this video you will find a review of the mobile floor heating under the carpet.