Mobile warm floor under the carpet (infrared, film)

Carpets

04/22/201804/08/2018 Olga Bilovitskaya

Modern man is used to comfort. This factor is especially important in the house, because after a hard day's work you really want to find yourself in a pleasant environment where you will be warm and comfortable. Therefore, today there are many ways to maintain a moderate microclimate in an apartment, one of these is the arrangement of a warm floor. The whole secret lies in the fact that a heating system is installed under the floor covering, as a result, the floor becomes warm and it is comfortable to walk on it with bare feet. It is also possible to regulate the temperature, which is important.

Everything would be fine, but there is one nuance here - the installation of such a system should take place even at the stage of apartment renovation. If all the finishing work has already been carried out in your house, then it is inappropriate to open the floor, disassemble the screed or tiles for the sake of installing an electric or water heating system. This will only add up to additional costs. However, you can go the other way and purchase the so-called warm floor under the carpet. It is a simple and mobile solution that does not require dismantling the finished floor covering.

What is a mobile floor heating?

At first glance, this is a film covering or a thin mat, but, in fact, it is an electric floor heater that can be laid under any carpet. Such a heating device today has a low prevalence, as it is considered a novelty in the domestic market. Nevertheless, many have already tried out heated mats in everyday life and understand all their advantages.

The film heater under the carpet can be used wherever there is electricity and a standard outlet: in an apartment, office, shop and even in a garage. It has a cord for connecting to the mains, it fits easily on any floor, and so that the mat does not slip on a smooth surface, it has special Velcro fasteners.

Such an electric mat is also convenient for its mobility, that is, it is a portable heater, which, if desired, can be placed in another room.

The heated foil can be laid on concrete and wood floors under:

regular carpet;
carpet and carpet;
linoleums;
laminate;
thermal insulation coatings.

It is also worth noting that a warm floor can be installed even by someone who does not understand anything at all in technology. You just need to choose a suitable place, spread the mat and plug it into an outlet via a cord. The only thing that should be taken into account is the size of the carpet, under which they are going to cover the nano-heater, since the latter must be completely covered.

The mobile underfloor heating has elements that control the intensity of heating. You can adjust the temperature if you want.

Benefits of laying underfloor heating under the carpet

The positive qualities of such mobile devices are as follows:

convenient to use and do not harm human health;
the possibility of laying under any carpet;
you can lay the warm floor under the carpet on a wooden floor, laminate, linoleum or any other base;
the possibility of thermal burns on the heating device is excluded;
do not emit electromagnetic waves;
energy consumption is 60% less in comparison with traditional heaters;
ease of transportation;
manufacturer's warranty for 7 years of continuous operation;
strength and resistance to mechanical damage.

There are two main types of mobile heaters:

infrared;
resistive.

In the case of an infrared warm floor under the carpet, we can say that it heats up the room with high quality, without burning oxygen and not drying out the air. Infrared radiation heats objects in the room. Such devices are convenient to use on glazed balconies and loggias, in bay windows or on cold staircases. Also, quite often they make a warm floor in a frame house using mobile rugs.

Heating is carried out by means of a carbon paste applied in a special way to the film. It is simply spread out in the right place and connected to a power source. But the resistive floor is made of separate heating elements fixed on a film substrate. Please note that such an electric underfloor heating under the carpet must be grounded.

The complete set of mobile film devices necessarily includes:

heating elements of the established type;
thermostat;
two layers of a film backing and protection;
plug and power cord.

Principle of operation and main advantages

The warm floor under the carpet works according to the following principle: when connected to the mains, the built-in cables begin to heat up, transmitting streams of warm air from bottom to top. As a result, there is always a warm floor, and the feet do not freeze, which is very important for the comfort and health of a person, especially for children.

It is worth noting that the heating mat under the carpet is completely safe, it does not heat up to high temperatures, which eliminates the likelihood of burns.

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Of all the indisputable advantages of mobile warm floors, I especially want to highlight such as:

resistance to mechanical stress and damage;
the possibility of using in a room with high humidity;
when heated, the air in the room does not become too dry;
with a small heating mat - energy saving;
the ability to use such a warm floor as the main heating system;
portable warm floors on the carpet are easy to use;
does not require any skills and expensive tools for installation;
the device does not require maintenance.

In the video: the main advantages of a mobile floor heating.

Criterias of choice

Since underfloor heating under the carpet is an important matter of heating the room, then its selection should be taken seriously. Among the priority indicators, which are paid attention to in the store, the following points stand out.

Product type. Based on the analysis results, it is advisable to give preference to a relatively inexpensive and safe infrared film.

General data of warm mobile floors
Power. When evaluating this criterion, it must be borne in mind that if the warm floor under the carpet is an auxiliary heating system, then high power indicators will not be required to ensure a comfortable temperature of the floor surface.
The presence of elderly people or babies in the family. For this category of households, heating mats become not only a way to get a cozy place in an apartment, but also a measure of preventing colds.
Cost. This criterion is important for most families, so you should carefully study the range in different stores in order to choose a decent quality and affordable type of mobile heating floor.

Dimensions and power

The dimensions of the electric underfloor heating under the carpet can be completely different. In stores there are both large and very small mats. The choice should be based on the size of the carpet itself. Most often, film warm floors for carpet are presented in two versions: 200 × 150 and 280x180 cm, while the thickness varies within 1-6 mm. But well-known manufacturers can offer non-standard models.

In terms of energy consumption, a mobile underfloor heating under the carpet is practically no different from a standard analogue, which is mounted directly under the floor covering or in a screed. The average power is 250 watts. If we take a heating mat with a larger area, for example, 10 m², then the figures will be completely different, and there will be no talk of any economy.

Heating elements under the carpet

With radiator heating, heat is distributed unevenly throughout the room. Hot air rises upward, cooling down, it sinks to the floor. The flooring stays cool.

In order to heat local zones, a "warm floor" system is installed. To do this, you need to open the floor cladding, prepare a rough covering, and lay all the insulating materials.

Heating system manufacturers suggest using a mobile "warm floor". It represents the following construction:

a separate mat with a built-in conductor inside; it can be cable, thread or carbon strips;
the coolant is protected by an additional coating against moisture penetration, prevents mechanical stress;
mats are equipped with a cable that is connected to the mains through an outlet or a thermostatic device;
maximum heating temperature 55 ° C;
the mats are placed under the carpet.

If necessary, the mat can be easily rolled up and stored in a carrying bag. The system is used to heat the bedside area, under the carpet in the children's room, in the bathroom. You can take it with you to your dacha or office. The heater operates from a voltage of 220 V. Power is 250-300 W / h.

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Application (rules of use)

Many are mistaken in thinking that a portable warm floor under the carpet can be used exclusively in an apartment or house. It is also perfect for non-residential premises. According to the manufacturers, such a heater can be used in completely unheated areas, for example, in a country house during the off-season, in a sales booth, utility rooms and all sorts of household premises.

The so-called underfloor heating carpets are also on sale. They can be small in size and are ideal for drying shoes, heating the floor on a poorly insulated balcony, after all, a mini heating mat can be placed in a dog kennel.

It should be noted that for all its advantages, the heating nano-carpet has a very affordable cost. On average, the price varies between 5000-6500 rubles.

As for the shortcomings, there are none, but there are some limitations in operation:

Film warm floors can be laid only where it is not supposed to put too heavy and bulky furniture.
It is not recommended to close the temperature sensor, otherwise its readings may be incorrect, and system malfunctions are possible.
It is allowed to lay a mobile warm floor under the carpet only on a flat surface. If the floor is uneven, there are potholes and some serious defects, there is a possibility of damage to the heating elements.

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Review of popular brands

Among the variety of models of underfloor heating under the carpet, the following models of heaters deserve special attention:

Teplolux
Sinplen

The difference between the first warm floor under the carpet is the ability to achieve the best effect when used on the following types of floor coverings:

Parquet
Linoleum
Laminate

Its design includes an installation wire up to 2.5 meters long. Such an infrared underfloor heating under the carpet can work even on tiled surfaces. It is easy to clean as its outer layer is made of artificial felt. It is easy to store and takes up minimal space.

The maximum permissible temperature for heating the surface of such a polo is 30 ° C. It is ideal to place it under pile and wicker carpets. The Sinplen model is also in great demand among buyers. Its thickness reaches only 0.6 mm, but this does not in any way affect the work efficiency.

Typically, the company's products are produced in standard sizes, but on request, it is possible to manufacture a canvas of any length and width. This mobile heater works well with almost all floor coverings.

No concrete screed is required for its installation. And to maintain a comfortable temperature in the room, it is enough that this heater covers only one third of the floor surface.

The design features allow the manufacturer to assert that if one of the elements fails, the rest will work as usual. The presence of a regulator allows you to maintain the required temperature, while saving energy consumption.

The price of a warm floor that goes under the carpet depends on the model and footage. So small mobile rugs cost around two thousand rubles, but models with a footage of 2 m² and more have a price range of 5 thousand rubles.

What do experts recommend

So, who should pay attention to the mobile warm floor? Experts recommend these heaters for parents of young children. After all, they spend most of their time on the floor and can even fall asleep there. To provide the child with a comfortable temperature, it is worth laying a warm floor under the carpet. And then your baby will not be afraid of a cold, and playing on the floor will bring only positive emotions.

This model will not hurt those who live in a rented apartment, in which the temperature is not very comfortable in winter. Mobile floor heating will allow you to achieve warmth and comfort in the room, even in the off-season. And when you move to a new apartment, you do not have to leave it. It is packed in a special bag and is easy to transport.

Those who have a summer residence will also have to use such a model. Indeed, in spring and autumn it is not very comfortable there, and the use of a mobile floor heating will allow you to maintain the optimal temperature.

The film heater is popular not only among summer residents, but also among townspeople. Not all multi-storey buildings can be installed with cable floor heating systems. Since this requires filling the cable with a cement screed with a thickness of at least 5 centimeters. And in houses with wooden flooring, it is not always possible to install a cable underfloor heating.

And in this case, underfloor heating under carpets can undoubtedly solve the heating problem. If necessary, the system can be easily installed under the tiles, both in the bathroom and in the kitchen. To do this, it will be enough to attach an electric heater using special glue. The installed sensor is displayed on the thermostat. At the same time, the floor level rises by only 7 millimeters.

Which floor is best for laying?

As already mentioned, mobile heaters can be used on any type of floor covering, the most important thing here is that the surface is even. However, this is not all, the hardness of the coating is also important. Its degree affects the need for a special interlayer, which is laid between the base and the heating mat. In addition, the material from which this very layer is made will also depend on the rigidity.

In total, there are two groups of floor coverings - hard and soft. The first group includes laminate, parquet, flooring technology. Products such as linoleum, carpet, cork are considered soft.

If the floor in your house is hard, we recommend laying a soft material like an Infraflex under the heating mat, otherwise you need a durable reflector, for example, an energy flex.

When using a soft or hard mat, it is important to fix it to the floor. Use double-sided tape to prevent the backing from slipping. The same applies to the warmest floor itself - it should not slide once again in order to avoid micro-damage to the heating elements.

Scope of use and principles of work

Principle of operation

Underfloor heating works due to the fact that it consumes (very economically) electricity from the regular network. It works by generating warm air, which, as you know, is lighter than cold air and always strives upward. Thanks to such constant cycles, warm and cold air constantly circulates in the room. Due to this feature, air drying does not occur.

The heater located in the floor sheet is absolutely safe and meets all fire safety requirements, therefore, getting burns by a person is simply excluded... A mobile underfloor heating is ideal for heating a small room.

Application area

As practice shows, mobile floor heating is used in operation to create a more comfortable atmosphere in living quarters. It is allowed to use a film floor in rooms that do not have standard heating radiators (for example, a loggia or a balcony).

Thanks to its mobility, the floor can warm the room during the months when the heating is turned off. This floor serves as an excellent alternative to heating radiators in various household premises, in which the latter are absent. Underfloor heating is used everywhere, thanks to it, the desired temperature regime is maintained in hospitals, hotels, and even outdoor objects are heated.

Manufacturers (model overview)

There are quite a few manufacturers of ultra-thin warm mat today, but the most popular brands are Teplolux, Sinplen and Trio. It is the products of these manufacturers that are considered the most reliable and high quality, as evidenced by numerous reviews.

Teplolux

Teplolux carpet heaters are distinguished by their versatility. They can be laid on wooden floors, parquet, laminate, under linoleum, they will work even on ceramic tiles. The manufacturer of Thermolux has Express models - these are, first of all, infrared warm floors under the carpet, which are mats based on artificial felt, and they are not felt at all under the carpet. They are equipped with a 2.5 m long assembly wire, are compact and easy to clean.

The Express kit also includes a special bag so you can easily carry the infrared heater to another location if needed.

The maximum heating limit for warm floors of thermolux express is 30 degrees. This is the optimum value for a wide variety of carpet types. This temperature will not be scary for both models with long pile and braided versions of synthetic fibers.

The express line of products includes models of warm floors, standard 280x180 cm, but there are options for both spacious and small rooms. In addition, all Teplolux products are equipped with remote control, and there are practically no analogues of such a system.

Not so long ago, the manufacturer presented a new product from the Professional line - this is a very economical development in terms of energy consumption, while it has high thermal efficiency.

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Sinplen

This is another popular manufacturer whose products are in no less demand than warm floors from Teplolux. The thickness of the Sinplen film heater is only 0.6 cm, and this does not in any way affect the quality of the product, its efficiency is quite high.Like the aforementioned competitor, this manufacturer has floor heating mats in a standard size of 280x180 cm, but it is possible to make an individual order for any other sizes.

The main advantage of Sinplen products is that it can be used in conjunction with any type of flooring. It can be a wooden floor, tiles, wood parquet and even ordinary linoleum.

Trio

The Trio is one of the first companies in Ukraine to successfully sell its products, including a long-wave infrared floor heating. This product is equipped with a 4-stage temperature control system and is made of a material resistant to mechanical damage. The heating mat is reliably protected from moisture, does not dry the air and does not leave burns when touched. Another plus - the heating is adjustable, convenient packaging with a handle for easy transportation.

Heating system manufacturers

The leading manufacturer of mobile floor heating systems is Teplolux. The company produces cable and carbon heating elements. They are used as main or additional heating.

Mobile "warm floor" under the carpet "Teplolux Express" has the following characteristics:

canvas size 2 * 1.4 m or 1.8 * 2.8 m; the model is chosen by the area of the carpet;
the heating element is a cable; it is fixed on the mat with a "snake";
the base is rigid, made of fabric; the material is impregnated with moisture-repellent impregnation;
the top layer can be made of velor or felt covering; the fabric is thick, repels moisture;
the mat is allowed to be laid not only in living quarters, but also in the bathroom, on the balcony or on the veranda;
the system is equipped with a cable that connects to the thermostat; there is a small display on the front panel of the device, which shows the temperature under the carpet;
the thermal mode is set by means of push-button control.

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Mobile "warm floor" is allowed to be laid on any base: parquet, laminate, tiles, linoleum. The recommended operating temperature of the equipment is 20 ° C, maximum 30 ° C. It takes 60 minutes for the cable to fully warm up.

For the hallway it is recommended to install a "warm floor" from "Teplolux" of the "Carpet" series. The manufacturer carries out deliveries in Moscow and other cities of Russia.

Its size is 50 * 80 cm. The rug is laid in the hallway. Shoes are installed on it, which must be dried.
The operating temperature of the system is 45 ° C.
The outer cover is pile.
The shade is selected depending on the finishing flooring.
The mat can be removed from dirt with a vacuum cleaner, brush or damp cloth.

Customers are responding well to the mobile system from. The manufacturer offers thermal film. It has the following characteristics:

film thickness 0.2 mm; length and width 180 * 60 cm;
system power 250 W;
operating temperature 40 ° C;
the film is made of heat-resistant polymer;
it consists of 2 layers; the heating element is a carbon wire;
a thermal sensor and a thermostat are inserted inside the film, which are set to the operating thermal mode; the control device prevents the system from overheating.

"Warm floor" is placed under the carpet, connected to the network. The carbon conductor heats up quickly. Warmth is felt after a few minutes. The foil can be placed on any floor covering. It can be wrapped in a fabric cover. The heating element looks like a small rug. The upper surface is decorated with an ornament.

The manufacturer warns that it is not recommended to heat the bed with thermal film, put it on a mattress, under a blanket. The systems are placed on a surface that reflects heat upward. Pastel accessories do not have this characteristic.

For heating the carpet, small rugs are intended, inside which heating elements are built. Heating systems are selected by power, by their ability to maintain thermal conditions.Some models are decorated with patterns, so they can be used without additional coating.

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The mobile "warm floor" is convenient to use, it does not dry the air, does not raise dust. The system is economical. It requires less energy than an oil heater.

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Is it a verdict for or against?

Undoubtedly, a mobile floor heater has many advantages and is practically free from disadvantages. It is ideal for use on winter evenings when there is not enough warmth at home, it will save you from such a problem as forever ice feet, and in general such a heated rug is necessary for every family with small children. Kids often play on the floor, and sometimes even fall asleep on it, and in order to avoid colds, experts strongly recommend laying a mobile heater under the carpet.

In conclusion, I just want to note that, unlike a stationary heated floor, its mobile version can be moved from room to room or taken to the country, work, it is completely safe, very compact and has a low weight. If, in the event of a malfunction of the classic warm floor, you have to dismantle the floor covering, then with a mobile heater everything is much easier - a significant saving in your finances.

If you settled on such an option for a warm floor, then the most important thing is to make the right choice, which largely depends on the brand. The manufacturers described above have been on the market for a long time and have established themselves as one of the best relatively high quality products.

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Properties and technical parameters

The heating element of the mobile underfloor heating is a cable that is embedded in the substrate. You can connect such a floor to a conventional electrical network, the amount of electricity consumed will be directly proportional to the size of the canvas itself. Outside, the floor surface is covered with a special composite thermoplastic to protect it from mechanical damage.

The forks are manufactured in standard sizes. The heater can be used in stand-alone mode by connecting a special thermostat to the floor. The latter maintains the required temperature in the room, periodically heating up and turning off for a while, thanks to special sensors. Such a carpet heater weighs no more than 3 kg.

When packed, it takes up minimal space, which also makes it easy to carry and transport. In order to maintain the required room temperature, only 2/3 less of the entire floor area is required. This floor can be heated up to a maximum temperature of 30 ° C in an hour.

It should be noted that such a floor does not dry out the indoor air, unlike standard radiators and heaters. The operating temperature of the floor is about 20 ° C, which eliminates the possibility of burns when touched.

Nevertheless, experts recommend laying the mobile floor only under the floor covering and observing the necessary safety precautions.

Market Review

There are many manufacturers who produce a mobile floor heating system. For example, the Teplolux and Sinplen models deserve special attention.So, having bought a Teplolux device, you can equip parquet, linoleum and laminate with heating. It comes with a 2.5 m cable. Moreover, the system is in excellent contact with ceramic tiles. Its top layer is made of artificial felt, so its storage will not cause you any special difficulties. Floor heating can reach a temperature of 30 °, therefore, even under pile and wicker carpets, its operation is permissible.

As for the Sinplen model, the thickness of the product reaches up to 0.6 mm. These characteristics do not affect the work efficiency in any way. You can order any size of mobile floor heating from Sinplen. It can be used with almost any floor covering.

Pricing for a particular model of a heating mat is formed based on the model and footage of the device. If the mobile rug is small, then its price can fluctuate around 2 thousand rubles. Models over 2 m2 will have a price of 5 thousand rubles. and more.