Characteristics and technology of installing Thermo underfloor heating

After buying a new living space, you need to make sure that households are warm and comfortable at home all year round. In order not to freeze with the arrival of cold weather, the owners are implementing projects of alternative heating methods. Warm floors are becoming increasingly popular every year. The market offers a wide range of systems. The Swedish company Thermo Industri deserves special attention from customers.

Types and characteristics of Thermo underfloor heating

Underfloor heating Thermo is a cable electric heating system. The heating elements are a mat and a three-layer cable that is laid in the floor. To regulate the temperature regime, the system is additionally equipped with a thermostat and special sensors.

The principle of operation of a warm floor Thermo is based on the laws of energy conversion, in this case from electric to thermal.

The Swedish manufacturer produces warm floors in two types:

• Thermocable. The system is presented in the form of a cable. Its main distinguishing feature is that during installation, a concrete screed approximately 4 cm wide is required, the equipment has a power of about 130 W for each 1 sq. M. Thermocable is a shielded, armored and two-core cable with a diameter of 7 mm, as well as sealed terminations and transitions. Outside, the cable is insulated with PVC, inside - with silicone.
• Thermomat. In this system, the main working segment is a specially equipped mat. When installing, there is no need to pre-lay the concrete screed. Only tile adhesive is used, the optimal thickness of the adhesive base is 4 mm. The power of the equipment is 180 W per 1 sq. M. The cable is used two-core, shielded, armored, thin with a diameter of 2.8 mm and a width of 0.5 m. Teflon insulation.

When choosing a warm floor, you need to decide on the operating conditions: are there any restrictions when installing the system, on what area it is planned to install the warm floor, this will be the main or additional heating method.

Taking these parameters into account, the optimal capacity of the equipment is calculated and a purchase is made in accordance with the financial capabilities.

Selection Tips

There are several important points to consider when choosing an alternative heating system.

• Flooring. The material must be compatible with underfloor heating. You can get acquainted with this information in advance on the Internet, consult the store manager or read it yourself on the packaging.
• Manufacturer. The cost of the product, technical characteristics, and the availability of warranty service depend on the manufacturer of the equipment. It is costly and time-consuming to install and then dismantle the system, so it is better to give preference to trusted manufacturers even at the purchase stage. Thermo Industri company specializes in the production and development of heating equipment, they have an impeccable reputation in the world market.
• Equipment power. The power consumption of the system depends on this parameter, as well as the ability to maintain an optimal temperature regime in a heated room.
• The equipment can be used as a main or additional source of heating. In the first case, it is better to purchase floors with high power.

It is recommended to purchase products from official representatives or in large hardware stores, where they will provide all quality certificates, and the probability of buying a fake will be close to zero.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages of the product:

• Easy to install. Using the enclosed installation instructions, with all the necessary tools, you can handle the job yourself.
• Comfort. Thanks to innovative development, it is possible to constantly maintain a temperature regime that is comfortable for a person. At the same time, a person in each room can set a different temperature depending on the needs of household members.
• Versatility. The system can be used as an independent or additional way of heating the living space. Versatility is also seen when installing floors. The project can be implemented during the construction of the house and during the repair.
• Durability. The manufacturer provides a warranty period of 20 years, which once again confirms the high quality of the purchased electrical equipment.

Of the shortcomings, most often users mention the quality of thermostats, which is inferior to the quality of the system itself. The Swedish company does not produce them independently, but purchases from another company. However, the developers took this moment into account and the complaints are getting less and less.

Many buyers are confused by the fact that the equipment is assembled in Russia, but they have no complaints about the quality of the equipment.

Installation and operation

Installation and use of equipment from Thermo company does not cause difficulties, especially if a decision is made to additionally purchase thermomats. For installation, it is enough to roll them out onto a pre-leveled and dry surface, and lay the floor covering on top.

With the screed, things will be somewhat more complicated. In this case, the work is divided into several stages:

1. Calculate the required amount of cable.
2. Lay in a spiral, while stretching the wire is unacceptable.

During installation, it is important to regularly measure the voltage of the cable, and also not to allow it to be found in places where large-sized furniture will be installed in the future.