As more and more people in the U.S. look for cheaper and more environmentally-friendly alternatives to heat their home, electric radiant floor warming has become a popular option! In 2011 47%, and as of May 2012, about 54% of an average household’s energy costs are reportedly devoted to heating and cooling. Whether you’re trying to [...]
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Go Green and Save Green with Radiant Floor Heating
Posted on December 26, 2012 by admin
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Can SunTouch Mats Be Installed in a Studio Separate From the House?
Posted on December 11, 2012 by lcarlson
The SunTouch Mats are an effective heating system for studios of all types as they provide 41 BTUs per square foot.
The key to heating any structure is providing more heat than is lost through the walls, windows and doors. Adequate insulation is key to preserving the heat generated. Smaller windows are better with energy efficient [...]
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Adding other devices to be controlled by a SunTouch control
Posted on December 6, 2012 by lcarlson
(An example of this would be adding a 1.5 Amp 180 watt Towel Warmer onto a Floor warming circuit of 10 amps / 1200 watts).
In the past when other items have been added to the circuit the floor heating system is connected to, there have been some minor issues. It has caused unnecessary GFCI trips [...]
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Replacing An Out-of-Date SunTouch Thermostat
Posted on November 20, 2012 by lcarlson
When an older SunTouch thermostat that has failed, most customers have success using one of the SunTouch Thermostats available from Warm Your Floor’s large inventory. We have the latest models and largest selection, factory-fresh stock direct from the manufacturer.
Our thermostats are a direct replacement for virtually any brand of Electric Radiant Floor Heating system; in [...]
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Replacing Ceiling Heat with Floor Heat is Easy!
Posted on September 26, 2012 by lcarlson
Ceiling heat is a way people used to electrically heat specific zones in their houses . Heating wire is installed in the ceiling and usually covered by a special type of plaster which helps to disperse the heat evenly in the ceiling. One of the problems with ceiling heat is that it breaks, and when [...]
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Building Magazine calls HeatTrak Snow Melting Mats 2012's Best Buy for Winter!
Posted on September 19, 2012 by lcarlson
Building magazine has named HeatTrak Snow Melting mats one of the most cost-effective products of 2012! Their non-slip grip makes this product a must-have for winter in order to keep your home and workplace safe. They protect individuals from injury and facilities from the high costs associated with them. Every year there are more accidents [...]
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The History of Underfloor Heating Technology!
Posted on March 2, 2012 by admin
The electric radiant floor heating you find in many homes these days has come a long way. Did you know that underfloor warming has been around since nearly 5,000 B.C.? These primitive methods weren’t nearly as advanced as a SunTouch or NuHeat system, but the core concept of radiating heat in the floor hasn’t changed.
The [...]
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Nuheat Thermostat FAQ
Posted on February 29, 2012 by admin
Before we begin answering the frequently asked questions, these instruction and installation guides may be useful:
Thermostat Harmony HMY110/HMY220 Operating & Installation
Thermostat NTG5110/NTG5220 Operating & InstallationNow on to your frequently asked questions about NuHeat thermostats!
What if my GFCI light is on?
What does an "LO" reading on screen mean?
What does an "HI" reading on screen mean?
How do I set the [...]
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About Cork Insulation and Cork Insulation FAQs
Posted on February 10, 2012 by admin
People often ask us if they should be using cork insulation for their heated concrete flooring. We tell them that many contractors & homeowners recommend that you insulate between an existing concrete slab & your new Electric Radiant Floor Heating System. Insulation is not required, but many customers like to install a "thermal break" while they are [...]
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Nexans Snow and Ice Melting Cables
Posted on February 1, 2012 by admin
Tired of shoveling snow and ready for a snow free exit from your home?
We can help by giving you a free, no obligation quote & design for a custom snow melting system within 24 Hours
Free shipping on your complete Nexans snow melting orderFor all outdoor applications, please complete this form and provide us with all the details about your application, including your zip code, type [...]
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