Hi I have fitted some electric Warmup heated floor loose lay cable/DPM system and positioned it as per the manufacturer’s instructions to have the potential to achieve the maximum heating effect of 230W/m2.
I fitted 10mm insulation/backer boards and then the special red sheet with castellation’s mat for the cable. I applied adhesive directly to mat and cables and fitted large (600 x900mm) porcelain tiles. Finally I grouted the tiles.
So I’ve been warned about heating the floor gradually or risk cracking tiles, so how long before I turn on?
Also how do I build the temperature up i.e. at what rate, per day, per hour etc., starting at what temperature to eventually get to maximum, can anybody suggest a sensible or known preferred pattern to insure no problems.
Plus once this is completed can I assume it’s always okay to turn it to maximum at any time from being off or is it wiser to stay away from maximum for a long period?
I appreciate any advice you can give me.
I fitted 10mm insulation/backer boards and then the special red sheet with castellation’s mat for the cable. I applied adhesive directly to mat and cables and fitted large (600 x900mm) porcelain tiles. Finally I grouted the tiles.
So I’ve been warned about heating the floor gradually or risk cracking tiles, so how long before I turn on?
Also how do I build the temperature up i.e. at what rate, per day, per hour etc., starting at what temperature to eventually get to maximum, can anybody suggest a sensible or known preferred pattern to insure no problems.
Plus once this is completed can I assume it’s always okay to turn it to maximum at any time from being off or is it wiser to stay away from maximum for a long period?
I appreciate any advice you can give me.
