UnderWood Heating Basic Installation Guide

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Step 1 - First prepare the subfloor ensuring that it is free from dirt or debris

Step 2 - Install Underlay, using our Standard or Premium XPS insulation boards

Step 3 - Install floor probe by cutting a groove into the underlay

Step 4 - Lay the underfloor heating mat over the probe ensuring that the probe is not too close to the heating element

Step 5 - Continue laying the heating mat as shown - when reaching the end of the room the mat is cut with scissors or sharp blade and turned 180 degrees. Its easy just like mowing a lawn!

Step 6 - Continue rolling out the mat until finished

Step 7 - Wire the mat up to the thermostat position

Step 8 - Lay your wood flooring over the heating

Please note this is a basic guide to installation procedure, full underfloor heating installation instructions are included with your underfloor heating kit.

The under wood system is an ultra thin electric radiant floor heating system primarily for use under laminate, engineered wood, glued hardwood and other floating floors. Advantage of using this system is the ease of installation and uniform heating of your laminate flooring. The special materials used makes it free from problems of ‘Hot-Spots’ or localized heating.

This system is made with fluoropolymer insulated heating cables. These are sandwiched between two layers of specially reinforced aluminium foil. The uniform spacing of the heating elements, further backed by the aluminium foil, ensures even heat distribution. The heating element is connected to a power-supply cable, which exits the laminate mat from one corner. The power lead is a flat thin two core flexible cord, consisting of two insulated conductors with a metal sheath and an outer sheath. This type of underfloor heating is available in a heat outputs of 140 W/m². It is available in predetermined lengths with cold tail – prefabricated & tested in a carefully controlled factory environment.

The Hot and Cold lead junctions are uniquely designed to make them 100% foolproof.

Standards :  Meets all test requirements of IEC 60335. 

Approvals : SEMKO certified.

Cost-effective : Underfloor heating provides heat where required, resulting in optimal heat utilization and minimal losses. 

Flexibility : Can be laid on any area, or any floor layout.

Comfort :  Close and uniform spacing of underfloor heating cables, associated with thermostat controls to select temperature requirements, provides higher comfort.

DIY : Underfloor heating Directs Do-It-Yourself kits with clear instruction manuals makes it very simple to install

Range :  A wide range of heat loads and sizes ensure suitability to all kinds of floorings.

All our kits come with the market leading TR3100 as standard.  This class leading underfloor heating thermostat has proven to be extremely reliable and user friendly, the controls are very easy to use and accessible from the front panel, its modern design and proven reliability make this unit a favourite choice.

TECHNICAL INFO:  Stylish and slimline design - Blue back light illumination  - Switches upto 16 amps (3500 watts) 230v AC - Can be either an air only / floor only / Air & Floor 7 day programmable (each day can be set different) - 4 set points per day (2 comfort - 2 economy) - Manual overide and vacation mode

Dimensions: 87mm x 87mm x 13mm - Mounting: Flush mounted 35mm deep galvanised box (single socket) - 3 meter remote floor probe included. Load: 3500w - 230v - 50Hz

Or upgrade FOR FREE  to The Remote Control TR3100 in White or Silver colour

As an optional free upgrade we offer the TR3100. It is one of our best selling thermostats and features a blue back light operation and can switch upto 16 amps, it also comes complete with a remote control unit, this thermostat has the ability to be switched from either floor-air-air and floor option internally, this unit  is avaliable in White or Silver

Or as an alternative upgrade FOR FREE to The Market leading AUBE Digital Thermostat

This class leading underfloor heating thermostat has proven to be extremely reliable and user friendly, the controls are discretly hidden behind 2 side panels, its sleak design and proven reliability makes this unit a favourite choice for many installers worldwide.

TECHNICAL INFO : AUBE TH132-F  - Operating modes: Manual - Automatic with manual advance - standby.Programming: 2 x on / 2 x off settigs per day, 7 day, auto early start function.Set back facility: User can select two level temperature function. Memory: Protected memory with capacitor back-up, no battery required.Dimensions: 80mm x 80mm x 20mm Mounting: Flush mounted 35mm deep galvanised box (single socket). Max Load: 15amps (3450w) Floor version and Air + Floor version avaliable operating modes Weekday / Weekend programming.4 level temperature setting. 2 meter remote floor probe included. Load: 3500w - 230v - 50Hz resitive

Or for the Ultimate Upgrade at only £9.99 to our amazing Touchscreen Thermostats in White or Silver

 white

 silver

How much does it cost?

As standard we include FREE NEXT WORKING DAY DELIVERY to all UK mainland addresses (excluding, Channel Islands & Eire) on all heating products (this does not include tiling materials) Delivery outside the mainland UK may be arranged by prior agreement. You will be notified of the amount of the charge for this service and will at that point have to make a decision whether you wish to proceed with your order.

Delivery types available;

Standard delivery (FREE)
Next working day, before 9am (£25.00)
Next working day, before 10am (£10)

How long does it take?

Items ordered before 2pm on any business day (Monday - Friday) excluding Bank Holidays should be delivered next business day (excluding Saturday), anytime up to 6.00pm. The standard delivery charge does not guarantee next day delivery; however every effort is made by us & the couriers to achieve this goal. Orders taken on Friday after 2pm, Saturday or Sunday will be dispatched on Monday (excluding Bank Holidays) for delivery on Tuesday. Orders taken on Friday before 2pm will be dispatched on Friday for delivery on Monday (excluding Bank Holidays). However, We rely upon the services of third party couriers, and whilst we endeavour to always deliver in a timely manner there are unfortunately a few occasions when the couriers fail to deliver on the appointed day. This happens rarely, but because it does occur, albeit occasionally, we cannot be held responsible for the late delivery of an item, or any costs incured by customers tradesman unable to work, please ensure you have your materials before booking in any trades.