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I am planning to build a new house in Palmer, Alaska where the entire first floor is garage, and an equipment room.
I am planning to build a new house in Palmer, Alaska where the entire first floor is garage, and an equipment room. Living space is on the second and third floors. Usually, builders install an wall mounted heater in the garage, but I want radiant heated floors in the garage too. Does warmboard have a ... I am planning to build a new house in Palmer, Alaska where the entire first floor is garage, and an equipment room.
Why would a zone have striping ?
Why would a zone have striping ? Striping will always occur, it just depends on the severity. When pumping hot water through the floor, striping will depend the conductivity (or there lack of) of the surrounding material. So, Warmboard, with aluminum, striping is minimal because the heat is spread out quickly and evenly across the ... Why would a zone have striping ?
Will Warmboard be effective in a 2 story home of approximately 10k sqft?
2 questions: Will Warmboard be effective in larger, 2 story homes of approximately 10,000 sqft? What do most home builders/owners do about air conditioning? VERY effective. We do many large homes like this every year. For air conditioning, central air still the most common. Though we highly recommend ductless mini-split system which can be zoned ... Will Warmboard be effective in a 2 story home of approximately 10k sqft?
We have installed warmboard in a home renovation and placed oak hardwood flooring over. Can we put any type of rug and pad on the floor without compromising the efficiency of the heating system?
We have installed warmboard in a home renovation and placed oak hardwood flooring over. Can we put any type of rug and pad on the floor without compromising the efficiency of the heating system? The carpet will slow the response, that’s just physics. So you may lose some efficiency in that room, but you probably ... We have installed warmboard in a home renovation and placed oak hardwood flooring over. Can we put any type of rug and pad on the floor without compromising the efficiency of the heating system?
Is there any project too small?
Is there any project too small? The smaller you go, the higher the price per square foot. Most of the jobs we see on the small end are around 450/sf. That said, we are also often in tiny homes and RVs where a smaller boiler unit is used with 50-150/sf of Warmboard. Give us a ... Is there any project too small?
Would a warm board S system work in an all-electric home? I can’t tell if the boiler needs a gas line
Would a warm board S system work in an all-electric home? I can’t tell if the boiler needs a gas line Absolutely. Connect Warmboard to an electric boiler, perhaps using solar as the energy source? We can definitely do anything along these lines.
Warmboard Works: Longtime Happy Homeowner
In this Warmboard Works, we hear from Alex Z. in Pennsylvania, who built his house back in 2005 using Warmboard and has never looked back. He is graciously sharing his experience living in a 3,700 sq ft Warmboard home for over a decade and will explain the main reasons why he selected a Warmboard radiant heating system. “I’ve ... Warmboard Works: Longtime Happy Homeowner
SONOMA, CA HOMEOWNER THRILLED WITH WARMBOARD SINCE 2014
We came across this comment on a recent blog post by Sarah Sherman Samuel, Interior and Product Designer extraordinaire, and reached out to Elaine to learn more about what the last 5 years have been like living in her Warmboard home. “We chose Warmboard after doing extensive market research on other radiant floor heating systems. ... SONOMA, CA HOMEOWNER THRILLED WITH WARMBOARD SINCE 2014
Do you recommend using it as the subfloor or on top of a sub floor?
Do you recommend using it as the subfloor or on top of a sub floor? Warmboard-S is a structural subfloor – install it right over joist. Warmboard-R typically installs over existing subfloor or over concrete. Our team can help you decide which is best for your particular situation. 877.338.5493
Hi, I am in Halifax NS Canada. How long would it take to deliver this product?
Hi, I am in Halifax NS Canada. How long would it take to deliver this product? There are a few factors in play, but generally once the order is processed, we can generally have product to you in 2-4 days. This generally depends on the size of the shipment, and therefore, the type of truck ... Hi, I am in Halifax NS Canada. How long would it take to deliver this product?
5 Ways to Create a Healthier Home for Aging in Place
An architect shares how smart design choices can enhance home life now and in the future Read More
Warmboard Works: Canadian Homeowner Reports Back on First Winter with Warmboard
See more Warmboard projects in Canada. In this installment of Warmboard Works, we talk to Remko T. from Ontario, Canada, who built his home in 2018 near the shores of magnificent Lake Erie. He’ll recount for us his experience building and living with Warmboard in his family’s 2,650 sq ft home and 1,100 sq ft detached ... Warmboard Works: Canadian Homeowner Reports Back on First Winter with Warmboard
How much per sq ft is warmboard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada? Do you have suppliers and installers in Calgary?
How much per sq ft is warmboard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada? Do you have suppliers and installers in Calgary? Cost varies by scope of project, and we sell direct. If you’d like, please give our rep Mike Ellis a call – 604.302.0157. He’s based in Vancouver. He can get you accurate pricing for your project.
Would a system installed in the 3″ wide bays between the 7 ft hight ceiling timbers work?
I’m exploring warmboard radiant for use in ceilings in a 200 year old timber frame cape. It seems this is a less common use but has advantages for existing home. Would a system installed in the 3″ wide bays between the 7 ft hight ceiling timbers work? Would it give some heat to the above ... Would a system installed in the 3″ wide bays between the 7 ft hight ceiling timbers work?