Valtec warm floor: advantages and disadvantages

Warm floor in the room - one of the most popular types of heating systems today. It saves space, does not spoil the appearance of the room and creates a cozy comfortable atmosphere.

Water floor heating from Valtec is used:

• as an additional heating system to the main types of heating;
• as an alternative to the classic radiator system;
• in the private residential sector;
• in large shopping and sports facilities.

At the same time, wherever it is mounted, the equipment manufactured using Italian technology guarantees high quality and increased comfort of use.

The high quality of the system is ensured by the peculiarities of its production:

• the use of high quality materials;
• use of automated equipment;
• conducting rigorous test tests of finished products (high pressure, exposure to acids, alkalis, and others).

The Valtec floor heating system consists of:

• Pipes, which can be made of a metal-polymer material, or of high-pressure polyethylene.

1. The first ones are most often used to install drinking, ceiling or radiator heating. When the parameter is 16-40 mm, they bend freely, without forming kinks.
2. The second is intended for underfloor heating. Their inner walls are completely smooth, which does not allow dirt to stagnate and form traffic jams. In this case, the pipes are able to withstand even severe temperature drops, are not subject to corrosion, and are also resistant to mechanical stress.

• Installation Partswhich include heat distribution plates, fixing mats and heat insulating substrates;
• Various connectors and additional elements. For example, press fittings of a special design are used as fasteners;
• Thermostat and mixing modulewhich are installed in the collector unit. The latter, together with taps and fastening sockets make up the main working section - pump-mixing unit.

At the same time the warm floor from Valtec has its own characteristics that distinguish it from a number of similar heating systems.

The main ones are:

• mixing node heats the coolant to 40 ° C. It is this temperature that is considered the most optimal for heating the room. In the process of operation, the heated water is constantly mixed with cooling;
• heating uniformity is carried out by dividing the room into zones and using a comb having from 2 to 12 taps;

• for the coolant to flow into the circuit in the required volume meets the flow meter - valves that regulate pressure depending on the length of the pipe;
• the system is laid on a substrate, which uses 3 mm multifolg, which provides steam and heat insulation. Marking is applied on the surface of the foil, which helps to correctly expand and connect the pipes.

In addition, the developers have created several models of automation. Their choice depends on the area of ​​the room in which the firm warm floor will be used (the size of the room or hall can vary from 20 to 120 square meters). Automation independently regulates the operation of the system depending on changes in temperature in the room.

Thanks to the use of innovative technologies and equipment features, the Valtec warm floor has many advantages:

• Possibility of installation in unheated roomsFor example, in garages, car services and other objects. In order for the system not to freeze in the coolant, it is enough to add antifreeze;
• Energy efficiency. This is possible due to the fact that the water does not heat up to high temperatures;

• Durability. The entire set of equipment included in the system is highly durable and can work for a long time even with increased water hardness;
• Automation. For correct operation, it is only necessary to correctly set up the settings initially. After that, human intervention is practically not required. The “smart” system itself will create a favorable microclimate indoors.

In addition, like all similar systems, it does not spoil the appearance of the room and does not occupy a useful area. Another big plus is its complete set that does not require the use of additional parts during installation. In addition to the basic elements, the company has everything in its assortment that is necessary for organizing the heat and waterproofing of a heated floor, as well as for combining it with an external floor covering.

Professional installation instructions begin with measurements and design. The calculations take into account not only the area of ​​the room, but also the extent to which it is insulated, as well as the presence (absence) of other heat sources. On average, the power of the “warm floor” system for a well-warmed room can be from 90 to 150 W / sq m. At the same time, less power can be used for living rooms, and for rooms with high humidity, more powerful equipment will be required.

The installation process is carried out in the following sequence:

• the formation of a concrete base;
• thermal insulation laid over the subfloor;
• pipe-laying system;
• screed filling;
• topcoat.

As the latter can be used any material. An equally important step in the installation of the system is the setting and adjustment of the mixing unit and automation. Even before the tie is poured, all elements must be connected to each other, after which it is necessary to carry out tests.

Numerous reviews of Valtec and its products indicate the high quality of the systems produced. Buyers who installed warm floors from this manufacturer note that the house has become much warmer and there is no closeness and drying of the air, as when using radiators.

In addition, the system, safely hidden under the floor, allows you to arrange and rearrange the furniture in the rooms, as you like (with most heating systems it is impossible to do this). But most of all positive feedback can be heard about the high quality of the “warm floor” system, its simple operation and smooth operation for many years.

You can learn how to lay a Valtec floor heating system by watching the video below.