![]() They use a lower temperature than traditional heating systems whilst providing an optimal heat output, thereby reducing energy usage and in turn, the costs of heating your home. Warmup provides literature, warranties, layouts, and 24/7 support for all installers.įloor heaters bring the comfort of warm floors to a cold basement and are an energy-efficient heating solution. Our Projects Division is a one-stop-shop to specify the best heating solution. If the floor is walked on before the glue has cured, the bond will be weakened the boards will separate and possibly cause squeaks in the future.Warmup offer unrivalled support and opportunities to help your business grow. After installation the floor cannot be disturbed for 48 hours, to allow the glue to set. You must maintain a relative humidity of 30 to 50% before and after installation. Not doing the right preparations and turning the heating on only after installation will be disastrous for your floor. Your radiant heating system must be turned on fo r 7 days before installation and then moisture testing done. Proper installation of your engineered flooring is essential. A rustic, matte finish will make these natural occurrences blend in and add to your floor’s beauty. We have never experienced “dry cupping” in our engineered flooring, but it will certainly check and crack. The surface layer is 3/16”, with the total board thickness of ¾”. It is the perfect balance between having a thick surface layer, but not one that overpowers the plywood below. Our engineered flooring is by far the best on the market and can handle the dry conditions during the heating season, as well as the high humidity of summer. We are proud of this fact, and proud to have been chosen by The National Hardwood Flooring Association ’s “ Wood Floor of the Year ” award in the Best Manufacturer Factory Finished Category in 2015. Gaylord hardwood flooring is 100% North American, made by us for us, and all of it done within a 300 mile radius. In our industry price competition has forced good North American manufacturers to compete with the poor quality manufacturers from China, forcing them to use a lower quality of lumber. If you are shopping elsewhere check the manufacturer’s specifications to be sure that it is recommended for radiant heat. Take the time to ask the right questions and consider the facts before making your decision. Don’t make a mistake now by choosing a cheaper, inferior flooring to go over it. )īy choosing a radiant heating system you’ve obviously thought ahead and considered long term performance. (Quick Video: engineered hardwood flooring comparison. Even the highest quality flooring will fail if put in the wrong environment. Choosing the wrong type of engineered hardwood to put over your radiant heat can be a costly mistake. It must be realized this product is manufactured to be more stable than solid wood, but is still composed of 95% wood and 5% glue, and is not without issues. Most carpet and box stores promote engineered hardwood as being bullet proof and able to handle all situations. ![]() Only engineered flooring can be used over these radiant heating systems. These systems provide a very even consistent and comfortable heat. Radiant heating systems are very popular and though more expensive to install than conventional heating systems they are very energy efficient with a long term payback. ![]()
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