{"id":3825,"date":"2017-09-07T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-07T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/?p=3825"},"modified":"2017-09-06T19:33:10","modified_gmt":"2017-09-06T19:33:10","slug":"hydronic-radiant-floors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/hydronic-radiant-floors\/","title":{"rendered":"Laminate and Hydronic Radiant Floors"},"content":{"rendered":"

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There is something special about the luxurious warmth of a home with radiant heat in the floors. There is also something special about the beauty and durability that laminate floors can add to a home.<\/p>\n

The process of choosing the laminate best suited for the type of radiant heating<\/em> must include consideration of a number of factors.<\/p>\n

Laminate products from Mohawk and Shaw are great selections for installation over radiant heat, making it one of the reasons why we love carrying them.<\/p>\n

What are Hydronic Radiant Floors?<\/h2>\n

Radiant heating systems are built within the walls and\/or floors of homes. Radiant floor heat can be found in three types:<\/p>\n

1. Air-heated Radiant Floors <\/strong>– These types of floors are not commonly installed due to the fact that air cannot hold large amounts of heat, thus resulting in overall poor performance not suited for moderately to severe cold climates.<\/p>\n

2. Electric Radiant Floor Systems <\/strong>–\u00a0These consist of an intricately designed set of electric cables that are built into the floor. Sometimes these systems consist of mats of specialty plastic that conducts electricity mounted below the floor covering (in this case laminate flooring<\/a>) on the subfloor. Electric radiant floor systems can be costly and thus are often installed within a thick thermal mass such as a concrete floor. If the floor’s thermal mass is substantial enough, the heat stored within it may potentially maintain the home’s warmth for up to ten hours without needing any additional heat source.<\/p>\n

3. Hydronic Radiant Floors<\/strong> – These systems are by far the most popular and economic among radiant heating systems. Tubing is laid under the floor in a specified pattern through which hot water is pumped. Some homeowners feel that the water makes the heat feel warmer than if it is conveyed through a dry medium.<\/p>\n

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It is also important to understand that not all radiant heating systems are designed to be compatible with laminate floors as well. A surface temperature probe should be included as well as thermostat controls. The material used to manufacture the laminate should meet certain specifications, and the temperature of the subfloor must be carefully maintained and monitored.<\/p>\n

Installing Laminate over Electric Radiant Floor Heating<\/h2>\n

It is highly recommended that the expertise and knowledge of flooring specialists should be sought before tackling such a project. That way, the project is done correctly, and you get affordable laminate flooring prices<\/a> that won’t break the bank.<\/p>\n

The steps involved in completing a job such as this include:<\/p>\n