Radiant Floor Heating Blog
How to install heated floors
Before we get into how to install heated floors, we first must understand what heated floors are, and why homeowners choose to install them. Why install heated floors Heated floors are one of the most popular heating options. There is something luxuriant, almost decadent, about the feeling of warm floors under your feet, but it’s […]
Can You Cut All Three QuietWarmth Versions?
Can you cut any of the Quietwarmth Radiant heat film mats? Well, Yes, you can… All the QuietWarmth mats are ready to go right out of the box, so if you do not need to cut to length to fit your area, you can just unroll and go. But one of the best attributes that […]
How To Cut QuietWarmth Tile Mats
QuietWarmth Peel and Stick radiant heat film for traditional tile can be cut to length only. This white membrane adhered to the film heater is the watertight membrane that will protect the mat from moisture. Please understand that right out of the box the mat is NOT watertight. Now, this does not mean the mats […]
Do Heated Floors Use a Lot of Electricity
t’s a common question: Do heated floors use a lot of electricity? The answer depends on various factors, such as how many watts your radiant heating system uses per hour and how long you plan to keep it on. With some basic calculations, you can determine the energy usage and costs associated with keeping your […]
How to Install QuietWarmth Peel & Stick Membrane to the Subfloor
This video shows how to install QuietWarmth peel and stick membrane to the subfloor for radiant heat tiles. Follow these steps to correctly adhere the membrane to the subfloor, assuming all prior mat preparation has been completed. You can also find a link in the description for another video on sealing and preparing the mat.
The Best Places to Install Radiant Floor Heating
Do you want to find a better way to heat your home? There are several options to choose from when you want to heat your home effectively while keeping your utility bills low. However, nothing surpasses radiant floor heating, also known as just “floor heating”. The best places to install floor heating include high-traffic areas […]
Convection Vs Electric Floor Heating
There is a difference between convection heat vs radiant floor heating. Both heating methods work well independently, but understanding which is better suited for your home can increase comfort. Combining these two heating sources can also help save energy, making it more cost-effective during the winter months. The radiant floor heating typically depends on a […]
Does Radiant Floor Heat Add Value to Your Home?
Radiant floor heat is a fantastic way to add warmth and comfort to your home during the colder months. Not only does it provide effective heating, but it also enhances your family’s comfort. So, does radiant floor heat add value to your home? The answer is a resounding yes. What is Radiant Floor Heat? Radiant […]
The Pros and Cons of Heating Floors
Underfloor heating, also known as radiant heating, is a prestigious home addition and an upcoming trend when building new houses or renovating. This feature focuses on comfortable, clean and design-led living. Despite underfloor heating being a cozy way to warm your feet, questions still arise about its worth considering the installation and extra cost. Is […]
Flooring Compatible with QuietWarmth Radiant Heating Systems.
With all of the different flooring brands out there, it can be hard to tell if your flooring is compatible with QuietWarmth Radiant Heating Systems. The good news is most kinds of flooring are compatible! We will cover some common flooring brands and how you can find out if your flooring is compatible if not […]
What is the Best Electric Floor Heating System
With all of the floor heating systems out there, figuring out the best electric floor heating system can be tough. In fact, it can become even tougher when you have to consider what type of flooring you’re installing. In this article, we will go over what you need to consider when determining what electric floor […]
QuietWarmth Launches New 7-Day WIFI Programmable Thermostat with Alexa and Echo Compatibility
More and more homeowners are beginning to control their homes with a smart assistant. Smart assistants can help you control the lighting, home security, TV’s, and more. This is why QuietWarmth has Launched their New 7-day WIFI Programmable Thermostat with Alexa and Echo Compatibility. Smart Interaction The QuietWarmth 7-Day WIFI Programmable Thermostat with Alexa and […]
What is the Best Flooring for Underfloor Heating
When discussing the best flooring for underfloor heating, there are many aspects to consider, such as thickness and heat retention. However, the most important is how easily the flooring material lets heat pass through or, for short, thermal conductivity. The best flooring for underfloor heating will have the highest thermal conductivity. High thermal conductivity will […]
What is Radiant Heat?
Radiant heat is one of the oldest forms of heating that has ever existed. While it is an old form of heating, it has been completely revamped and is now known as one of the best ways to heat your home. Radiant heat is a type of underfloor heating that uses electromagnetic infrared waves to […]
Are Heated Floors Dangerous?
Floor Heating has grown in popularity over the last two decades. This growth has derived from improvements in floor heating like improved safety, efficiency, pricing, and ease of installation. Many systems are often installed in kitchens and bathrooms, where water and electric floor mats could be a dangerous combination. This ushers the question “are heated […]
Is Electric Floor Heating Expensive to Run?
The big question, “Is Electric Floor Heating Expensive to Run?” Electric floor heating can make bathrooms, kitchens, and living rooms much more comfortable to live in. Many often assume a big price tag that comes along with heated floors, but that is not always the case. Electric Floor Heating systems are normally very efficient and […]
Best Underfloor Heating for Laminate Flooring
Finding the best underfloor heating for laminate flooring can be tricky. Will my laminate flooring work with floor heat? How long will it last? Will it discolor my floor if heat is underneath. In this article, we provide why we believe QuietWarmth radiant floor heating systems is the best underfloor heating for laminate flooring. Provides […]
QuietWarmth – Floor Heating Systems – Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good temp setting for radiant heat floor? We find that 73 degrees is the right temperature to set your thermostat for floor heating. When your floor heats up, the warmth will transfer through your body compared to force air units. The temperature also depends on how you like your comfort. Can the […]
How to install in floor heating
QuietWarmth Floor Heating System for Laminate, Luxury Vinyl (4mm or thicker), Engineered Harwood and Floating Floor Applications QuietWarmth is a flexible radiant heating film that is installed below floating floor materials to create Warm comfortable floors. This is a simple installation video to illustrate how easy QuietWarmth is to install. For the complete guide to […]
Is QuietWarmth floor heating suitable for luxury vinyl plank?
QuietWarmth floor heating is suitable for luxury vinyl plank if it is 5mm or thicker. We have not tested our product under 4mm and thinner, however have known customers to add a thin “lauan plywood”. This prevents the system from getting punctured if something is dropped on thin flooring and an insulation factor from the […]
Will QuietWarmth Heat Up My Room?
This really depends on the size of your room, how many windows, what year the house is. A good general rule of thumb is if you place mats all across the room, it can be equivalent to a small space heater. So if you want to know how well it heats up, place a small […]
Do You Need QuietWalk with QuietWarmth Floor Heating System?
You just purchased QuietWarmth floor heating system for floating floors and was wondering if you need to have QuietWalk? The answer really depends if you need underlayment at all. If you are installing a laminate flooring on plywood or concrete subfloor, it is always a good idea to lay underlayment for sound absorption and moisture […]
Can QuietWarmth radiant heat be used in bathrooms?
QuietWarmth follows UL standards and can be installed outside of wet locations. QuietWarmth can not however be installed in wet areas. What is considered a wet location? A location in which water or other liquid can drip, splash, or flow on or against electrical equipment. A wet location luminaire shall be constructed to prevent the […]
Installing Heated Floors Under Tile
Installing Heated Floors Under Your Tile Can Be Daunting In this article, we will explain the major steps on installing our QuietWarmth Peel and Stick Radiant Heat Film for Tile and Glue-Down Flooring. Not only is QuietWarmth great for DIY consumers, but it is also budget friendly while offering heat for your family. Installation Video: […]
Using Radiant Heating Systems for Tiny Houses
The rise of “tiny houses” have increased over the years which intrigues people to build simple, affordable tiny houses. If you however live in a colder part of the world and need to heat up your space, then radiant heating should be considered for your tiny house. Why Electric Radiant Heating System? Some of the […]
Would the radiant heating film work in an RV/motorhome?
Camping is a favorite past-time activities for our families. All the kids are out of school during the summer time to enjoy the fresh outdoors. Gathering around the campfire on a cold night in the mountains telling stories. Labor day is one of the last opportunities for the season to camp and the temperatures are […]
Electric Radiant Floor Heating Reviews
Looking for electric radiant floor heating reviews? QuietWarmth has received many over the years for the following applications: Laminate and Floating Floors Tile and Glue-Down Floors Existing Floors and Subfloors Electric Radiant Floor Heating Reviews for Laminate and Floating Floors We laid this under laminate flooring in the den under my wife’s desk. Since the […]
Electric Radiant Heat Efficient?
Is electric radiant heat efficient for you to convert your house over from forced-air or baseboard heat? heat your floors compared to forced air or baseboard heaters? In this article you will find out there are two common choices for heating. Forced air and radiant heat and which one is more efficient to heat up […]
Underfloor Heating for Laminate Floors
With over 74% of homes, laminate flooring is the most popular floor to exist. Over the colder months of the year, homeowners search for underfloor heating for laminate floors. Is laminate flooring suitable for underfloor heating? Yes, most laminates are suitable with underfloor heating (electric and water), but it is advisable to check with the […]
New In-Floor Heat System!
Introducing QuietWarmth Radiant Heat Film for Floating Floors New in-floor electric radiant heat system, made in America, gives homeowners an easy and cost efficient way to add gentle supplemental electric radiant heat room by room to homes in any climate. NORFOLK, Neb. – Nov. 5, 2015 – The new QuietWarmth Radiant Heat Film for Floating […]
In-Floor Electric Heat in Light Commercial Applications
6 Reasons to Use Supplemental In-Floor Electric Radiant Heat in Light Commercial Applications In-floor electric radiant heat is a new hot trend in commercial projects these days. It’s an easy way to provide supplemental heating for offices and other workspaces and can be activated at the local level, enabling individual occupant comfort. Rather than moving […]
MP Global Products Introduces QuietWarmth Peel and Stick Radiant Heat for Tile Floors
QuietWarmth Peel and Stick Radiant Heat for Tile Floors is an in-floor electric radiant heating system for adding comfort and coziness to rooms with traditional tile, stone or marble flooring. QuietWarmth Peel and Stick Radiant Heat for Tile Floors is an in-floor electric radiant heating system for adding comfort and coziness to rooms with traditional […]
Electric Radiant Heat – A Hot New Business
Click here to read this article printed in Electrical Products & Solutions, in an online format. Original Article: Issuu.com – February 19, 2015 Posted on: Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Gentle Heat Flooring!
Gentle, Electric Heat for Floating Floors Perfectly Warm QuietWarmth radiant-heat film is said to provide a gentle, electric heat for floating flooring materials such as laminate, engineered wood, hardwoods, and LVT. It installs over a subfloor or acoustic underlayment. Using 12 W/ft., the product has an ultra-thin, wireless filament configuration laid out in parallel so […]
Hot Trend for New Floors
Hot Trend for New Floors: In-floor Supplemental Electric Radiant Heat Photo of Perfectly Warm QuietWarmth Peel & Stick Radiant Heat Film for Tile Floors Installing in-floor electric radiant heat is a hot trend under new floors in residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, providing evenly consistent supplemental warmth for individual rooms in homes, offices, and cubicles. […]
MP Global Introduces Perfectly Warm Peel and Stick
Norfolk, Neb.-MP Global Products has introduced Perfectly Warm QuietWarmth Peel and Stick Radiant Heat for Tile Floors, an in-floor electric radiant heating system for added comfort and coziness to rooms with traditional tile, stone or marble flooring. Perfectly Warm QuietWarmth for Tile Floors complements the recently launched and well-receivedPerfectly Warm QuietWarmth Radiant Heat Film for […]
MP Global Products Introduces QuietWarmth Radiant Heat Film
[Norfolk, Neb.] MP Global Products announced its QuietWarmth Radiant Heat Film, a gentle radiant heat film designed specifically for floating engineered wood and laminate floors that installs over a subfloor or acoustic underlayment. It is also suited for some floating tile floors. According to the company, the lightweight roll-out line voltage system features gradual supplemental […]