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For a new construction home, should we install the pocket door frame before or after warmboard install?
Hi, For a new construction home, should we install the pocket door frame before or after warmboard install? My husband thinks the door frame must be attached to the floor (in addition to wall studs and header), but we’d want to install the frame before drywall, and we were originally thinking we’d install the warmboard ... For a new construction home, should we install the pocket door frame before or after warmboard install?
There is a small area, approximately 4 x 6 that has a 1/2” dip. Can we level this out with self leveling cement.
We have installed Warmboard R over a concrete floor and the tubing is installed. There is a small area, approximately 4 x 6 that has a 1/2” dip. Can we level this out with self leveling cement. We will be carpeting over top this You can, but using a Homosote ComfortBase is probably the better option. Just ... There is a small area, approximately 4 x 6 that has a 1/2” dip. Can we level this out with self leveling cement.
We are enclosing a porch to transform into a mud room . We have wood floor joists on top of cement. Would this work with this application? It is a small area 16 X 8-1/2. What would work to heat the water?
We are enclosing a porch to transform into a mud room . We have wood floor joists on top of cement. Would this work with this application? It is a small area 16 X 8-1/2. What would work to heat the water? Good morning. Yes. You can definitely use Warmboard for that size area. To ... We are enclosing a porch to transform into a mud room . We have wood floor joists on top of cement. Would this work with this application? It is a small area 16 X 8-1/2. What would work to heat the water?
Looking for brands of vinyl flooring that are compatible with Warmboard.
Looking for brands of vinyl flooring that are compatible with Warmboard. Any brand you want to use should work fine. We’ve been a seeing a sizable increase in the use luxury vinyl, from a variety of manufacturers, and our clients have been very satisfied with the results. As long as you follow our installation instructions, you ... Looking for brands of vinyl flooring that are compatible with Warmboard.
I’ve done quite a bit of research on warm bored and I really like how it works I would like to get a rough price roughly 900 ft².
I’ve done quite a bit of research on warm bored and I really like how it works I would like to get a rough price roughly 900 ft². I am looking for material only I will be doing the labor and also can you use multiple type woodburning outdoor furnaces for this product There’s some ... I’ve done quite a bit of research on warm bored and I really like how it works I would like to get a rough price roughly 900 ft².
What are the main issues with going on top of current floor with warmboard, other than raising floor approximately 2″.
I am looking to renovate a 1950 slab on grade w old, but still working radiant system. What are the main issues with going on top of current floor with warmboard, other than raising floor approximately 2″. It’s actually a pretty straightforward process. You’ll want to put a vapor barrier down and make sure the ... What are the main issues with going on top of current floor with warmboard, other than raising floor approximately 2″.
I just purchased a major fixer-upper in Northern California. Currently it’s 935 sq ft, I will be increasing it to 1400.
I just purchased a major fixer-upper in Northern California. Currently it’s 935 sq ft, I will be increasing it to 1400. I want in my house is radiant heating and warmboard seems to be the easiest installation for a DIY’er. I have a couple questions? The house has “small” crawlspace foundation, therefore what type of ... I just purchased a major fixer-upper in Northern California. Currently it’s 935 sq ft, I will be increasing it to 1400.
We’re interested in Warmboard-R. We understand that panels should not be placed under built-in cabinets, but should we plan on installing panels under beds, furniture (such as nightstands and dressers), showers, tubs and area rugs.
We’re interested in Warmboard-R. We understand that panels should not be placed under built-in cabinets, but should we plan on installing panels under beds, furniture (such as nightstands and dressers), showers, tubs and area rugs. Sorry if this has been asked before, but seems like we’ve received different answers on some of these items. Thanks ... We’re interested in Warmboard-R. We understand that panels should not be placed under built-in cabinets, but should we plan on installing panels under beds, furniture (such as nightstands and dressers), showers, tubs and area rugs.
Using a geothermal unit ; is it possible to cool the house in the summertime?
Using a geothermal unit; is it possible to cool the house in the summertime? Yes, it is possible to cool your house using a geothermal unit during summer. However, you typically would want a separate system. Typically, we see geothermal systems being used to heat the water, which is then run through Warmboard radiant panels ... Using a geothermal unit ; is it possible to cool the house in the summertime?
Can warm board be installed UNDER concrete flooring?
We are looking at Warmboard for a new build. I want to use concrete for the finished flooring for the ease of maintenance and durability. Can warm board be installed UNDER concrete flooring? Yes. You absolutely can. And we can definitely help you make this happen. Another trend we’re seeing a lot is tile which looks ... Can warm board be installed UNDER concrete flooring?
Can I run 180 degrees out of my boiler through warmboard
Can I run 180 degrees out of my boiler through warmboard 180º water temps are the very high end of what you can run on any radiant system. With Warmboard, there is no need to run that high. We generally run in the 80-110, to 120 range. If you have questions, give us a call. Ask for ... Can I run 180 degrees out of my boiler through warmboard
I’m quoting a labor only install of your Warmboard on a 3000 sqf. existing precast concrete floor. On average how long will it take to install your product?
I’m quoting a labor only install of your Warmboard on a 3000 sqf. existing precast concrete floor. On average how long will it take to install your product? Hi. Thanks for your question. Split Drive Anchors will be your best bet – those will save you a lot of time. But for labor on this, ... I’m quoting a labor only install of your Warmboard on a 3000 sqf. existing precast concrete floor. On average how long will it take to install your product?
You have a New Zealand address?
You have a New Zealand address? Our Corporate office is based in California, USA – but we do ship product all over the world. We also do a handful of projects every year in Australia. If interested, give us a call and we can help you with your project. 877.338.5493
If you had flooring you didn’t want to remove, but had access to the subfloor underneath via a crawlspace (or basement), could you install “strips” of this between the joists?
2 Q’s: 1) If you had flooring you didn’t want to remove, but had access to the subfloor underneath via a crawlspace (or basement), could you install “strips” of this between the joists? For instance, if you drilled a hole between joists to connect the pex? It’s not ideal obviously, and it’s a harder install, ... If you had flooring you didn’t want to remove, but had access to the subfloor underneath via a crawlspace (or basement), could you install “strips” of this between the joists?