Which firm to choose a warm floor. Electric warm floors - how to make the right choice of system

Heated floors create more comfortable conditions in the house than the traditional heating system. Air warms evenly, energy is rationally spent, there is more space due to the lack of batteries or convectors. All the heating elements are under the floor covering, which means there is no risk of getting burned on a hot radiator, cleaning is much easier. The installation of such a system can be ordered from specialists or done independently, if there is appropriate experience, but most importantly, decide what exactly you need - electric or water-heated floor?

Electric or water heated floor - what to choose?

What does the system of heated floors consist of?

It is impossible to say unambiguously that one system is better than another, because the effectiveness of each of them depends on many factors. Only in detail having studied the conditions of laying and operation of both types, their pros and cons, you can choose the most optimal option for your home. So, what are the systems of heated floors?

Electrical heating systems are divided into film and cable.

The first option is a flexible thin sheet of special polyethylene with hermetically sealed in it heating elements. Thanks to a very simple design, anyone can mount the film floor, just by reading the manufacturer's instructions. But the system must be connected only by a qualified electrician, despite the safety and simplicity of the device. Laying the film floor is made on a leveled insulated surface under the floor covering, without pouring with a screed or self-leveling mixtures. Control the temperature with the help of a thermostat, and the connection is made to a normal electrical network with a standard voltage of 220 V.

Index	Value	Dimension
Specific power consumption	170	W / m2
Width of thermal film CALEO GOLD	50	cm
Maximum length of one strip of thermo film	10	pog. m
The melting point of the thermofilm	130	FROM
Infrared wavelength	5-20	μm
The fraction of infrared rays in the total spectrum	9,40	%
Anti-spark mesh	+	-
CALEO GOLD 170W. Cost	1647-32939 (for kits ranging from 170-0.5-1.0 to 170-0.5-20.0)	rub.
CALEO GOLD 230 W. Cost	1729-34586 (for kits ranging from 230-0.5-1.0 to 230-0.5-20.0)	rub.

Cable electrical flooring is a system of cables with reflective thermal insulation, a tape for installation and an electronic thermoregulator. When installing, first lay the insulation foil up, then attach the mounting tape to it, and the cable is already mounted on the tape. The thermostat is placed on the wall, the ends of the cable and the sensor are connected to it. After that, the heating elements are filled with screed or self-leveling compounds.

Water floor

The system of the water floor consists of metal-plastic pipes, a control unit and a boiler. Heat is regulated both automatically and manually, thanks to the presence of a thermostatic controller and thermostatic mixer in the system. The water supply is from the riser or from the centralized heating system. Laying is made on the warmed leveled surface, and on top the heating circuit is flooded with a screed. Installation of the water floor requires the availability of appropriate skills, and therefore should be performed only by specialists.

Technical features of heated floors

Electrical floor

In such systems, thermal energy is transferred from the heating elements to the floor covering, thus ensuring a uniform heating. Warm air rises, and the system does not overheat. In such conditions, the warm floor will work without interruption for years. If the furniture is placed above the heating elements, the heat transfer is violated and the cable will be heated until it burns out. As soon as one of the cables burns out, the whole system stops working. That is why when installing an electrical floor, make a layout of heavy objects and bypass these areas.

The estimated energy consumption per 1 m2 of heated area is from 100 to 200 W, depending on the quality of thermal insulation and the type of flooring. In fact, no more than 40% of this volume is spent, and in some cases only 15-20%. The better the insulation is made, the less electricity is consumed. Electric floors are convenient for heating verandas and balconies, bathrooms, bathrooms, due to the ease of installation. Putting a water circuit there is inexpedient, and not always allowed.

The advantages of an electrical system include:

• the possibility of installation without special equipment;
• uniform surface heating;
• the ability to adjust the temperature separately in each room;
• absence of batteries, convectors and other volumetric elements;
• when the system fails, you can find and repair the damaged area without dismantling the entire screed;
• long service life.

Disadvantages:

• presence of electromagnetic radiation;
• increase in electricity consumption.

According to SNIP, the level of radiation from electric floors is much lower than the maximum permissible. Two-wire cable allocates less emissions, single-core cable - more, film floors do not practically give out them. Therefore, although there is still a small amount of radiation, the electric warm floor can not harm the health.

Water floor

Installation of a water-heated floor is a laborious and very responsible process, but as a result, all efforts are paid off by the efficiency of heating. Due to the circulation of water, the heat energy is distributed more precisely, and the overheating of individual areas is eliminated. In addition, the cost of operation is significantly lower than that of the electrical system.

Benefits:

• uniform heating of large areas;
• costs only when installing the system;
• energy saving;
• no batteries and protruding elements.

The water-heated floor can completely replace the traditional heating system, stably warming the living quarters to 20-24 degrees. In addition, it is possible to mount the heating circuit so that the main heat transfer is at the outer walls and under the windows, and the zone in the center of the room is heated less.

Disadvantages:

• high risk of damage to communications when pouring screed;
• large thickness of the floor;
• high loads on floors;
• need to use the pump when the pressure in the system decreases;
• the need for special permits for installation;
• the impossibility of repairing individual sections when the system is out of order.

In addition, water passing through the heating circuit returns to the system already cooled, and the owners of the remaining apartments receive less heat. In new buildings this problem is eliminated with the help of specially designed risers, but in other houses permission from the relevant authorities is needed, which can not always be obtained.

Options for the optimal use of warm floors

Based on the characteristics of heating floor systems, we can identify the main situations for the effective use of both types.

Electric Floors

Warm electrical floors are mounted if:

• need temporary heating of the toilet, bathroom, veranda or balcony;
• a supplement to the main heating system is required;
• there is no possibility to perform capital works on the installation of the floor;
• the apartment is located in a multi-storey building and it is prohibited to install a water system.

Water-based floors

Installation of water floors is justified in such cases:

• heating floor system is used as the main one;
• requires additional heating for the entire area of ​​the apartment or house.

Under what cover can you lay the floor

In order to maximize the efficiency of heating, it is necessary to choose the right floor coverings. Too dense materials, coatings on a warmed substrate or with low thermal conductivity will delay heat and contribute to overheating of the system. Also it is necessary to take into account the material's resistance to temperature changes, because some of the coatings dry up and become deformed when heated.

Infrared warm floor under the laminate

With competent laying and use of the appropriate coating, both types of warm floors work perfectly. In order not to be mistaken in choosing, you must carefully weigh and analyze everything. For example, the device of a water floor will cost more expensively at installation, but will allow to save well in the further. When laying a film floor, you do not have to dismantle the old floors and make a screed, which is also important for the family budget.

Comparison table of electrical floors

Symptoms	Film heating	Cable heating
Utility room	Not necessary	Not necessary
Floor thickness with screed	5-10 mm	50-100 mm
Installation time	1 day	1 day
Ready for operation	At once	28 days
Installation options	Floor, ceiling, walls, any surfaces	Floor. Mounting on other surfaces is possible, but difficult
Reliability	If even a significant part of the system is damaged, the undamaged segments continue to work	With any damage to the cable completely out of order
Costs for repairs	The minimum	High, 100%
Service	Not required	Not required
Freezing in winter	Absent	Absent
Impact on health	Positive therapeutic	Neutral under condition of qualitative two-wire cable
Heat distribution and influence on coatings	Uniform heating	Uneven distribution of temperature, there are zones of elevated temperature
Zoning		Possibility to organize separate point zones
Expenses	Relatively low initially. Energy saving	Relatively low initial, operational - on the counter

Video - Electric or water heated floor

This method of heating the premises is considered one of the most effective. Namely electric warm floor - the only possible option for creating a comfortable microclimate in most cases (for example, for a city apartment, a private house with wooden ceilings). But it is not enough to make competent engineering calculations in preparation for installation. Important and the right choice of the manufacturer, otherwise not the fact that there will be some problems. What manufacturer of a warm electric floor under a tile is better - to find the answer to the put question this article will help.

The nuances of installing a warm floor - a separate conversation. Tiles are produced in a large assortment, but regardless of its variety, all samples have a common plus - good thermal conductivity. What kind of electric floor heating to choose - mats, heating cable, film, rods - is solved individually, taking into account all the features of the structure (room) and the finish coat. Therefore, the article should not be seen as a guide to action (go and buy just that).

In it, the emphasis is only on the manufacturing companies supplying the market with electric underfloor heating. And which of the best brands, you can understand, if you focus on the opinions of experts and reviews of those who have already encountered in practice with the installation and operation of such a heating system.

Review of manufacturers of warm electric floors

Prices are approximate, in rubles / m². The cost of a "square" of a warm electric floor increases with increasing power of the heating element. Therefore, the quoted prices are the starting prices.

Caleo

On many thematic sites of products of this South Korean company are assigned 2 or 3 place in the popularity rating. The reason is the low strength of the electric film floor, which has a relatively small thickness (0.4 mm). But if we are talking about installing the heating element under the tile, then the arrangement of at least a minimal screed is implied.

   A significant plus is the price (from 1 310), which attracts many. And if you take into account the high quality of the goods from this manufacturer and the versatility of its use, then the combination of cost / durability is more than good.

One example of the possible original use of such a warm floor / floor. Now the fashion includes an unusual decoration of the premises, which is a combination of different materials. Option - part of the floor of the room is decorated with tiles, the rest of the area is something different (laminate, parquet and so on). The film warm floor from "Caleo" equally well fits under any finish coating. The technology of the work is quite simple, so the involvement of specialists will not be required.

Devi

In many sources, this Danish producer is most often given the first place, and not in vain. The company specializes in warm floors, both water and electric. Many users note the high efficiency of heating cables from "Devi", and the warranty period of 20 years is an indication that the manufacturer is fully confident in the quality and durability of its products.

   An important plus is the presence on the territory of Russia of numerous service organizations operating under the aegis of this manufacturer or certified by him. Therefore, any problem will be solved quickly enough, and absolutely free of charge for the customer during the specified warranty period.

The price for the warm el / floors of this manufacturer is one of the lowest - from 860. This explains the popularity of this product among the bulk of buyers.

Ensto

Under this brand the Finnish company supplies various modifications. Their distinctive feature is increased resistance to dampness. Therefore, they are especially recommended for installation in rooms with excessive humidity - bathrooms and toilets, saunas, cold extensions and the like. The only drawback noted by users is the cost. It is higher than most analogues.

The price varies in a wide range. The minimum is 3 100, and can reach up to 11 500.

The electrical heating cable from an English manufacturer is noted by many as being most appropriate for the optimal relationship between quality and price. Undoubted advantage is a diverse assortment. This allows you to choose the option of a warm floor for any room, regardless of its features and specificity of operation. In addition, often placed and the "environmental cleanliness" of the material. As far as this is true, the author does not take a judge, but it is worth noting.

The price is from 1 900.

Rehau

This manufacturer from Germany mainly specializes in plastic windows and pipes. They are well known, first of all, for their high quality. Exactly the same reviews about the warm electric floors under this brand.

The price is from 1 590.

Unimat

Another South Korean manufacturer, which supplies to our market a warm core electric floors. They are mainly recommended for laying under the tile. A large number of reviews characterizes this product as reliable, efficient and relatively inexpensive, that is, calculated for the average consumer. The warranty period is more than 20 years.

The price is from 2 150.

Thermolux

Warm electrical floor from a Russian manufacturer is not much inferior to foreign analogues. Suffice it to say that products successfully compete with them on the world market. A variety of products - thermometers, films, cables - is supplied to a dozen countries, which indicates its high quality and full compliance with all international standards.

The price depends on the power and type of the heating element, so the spread is considerable. For example, the cost of a set of electrical flooring based on a cable for heating 5 m² - 9 080. On the basis of 1 "square" is about 1 816. In principle (compared to imported products), inexpensive.

The information is enough to choose the best manufacturer of warm electric floors. On them, especially with the laying under the tile, you should not save. If you take into account all the nuances of its installation, then when the heating element fails, many difficulties will arise. We will almost completely remove the finish coat, and this is already akin to major repairs in the room. Therefore, when choosing a warm electric floor, the producer's reputation should be on the foreground, and not the price for the sample (kit).

  Better power   5 231 rub. 3   6 295 rub. 1   5 860 rub. 2   8 721 rubles. 3 The easiest and most economical   3 160 rub.

Every strong family dreams of a cozy, beautiful and comfortable home. If coziness and beauty are created with the help of the owners' love and hospitality, comfort is a matter of technology, consisting of several factors. One of them is heat, which is so important for people living in the Russian cold climate. There are many ways of heating: central water, air, gas and electric. Each of them has its pluses and minuses. Electric floor heating is considered a good solution for a modern home. It has a number of advantages, including reliability, small energy costs and economy - all that pragmatic people need. The technologies allow using different engineering solutions, due to which there are three main types of warm floors: cable, infrared and warm floors with heating mats, the main difference from competitors and the feature is the heating element.

Electric underfloor heating is a room heating system that is placed under floor coverings and provides a uniform warming up, which creates a feeling of comfort and pleasant warmth in any season and any weather. Thanks to intelligent systems and automated technologies, the floor keeps energy and allows rational use of electricity in the house, which gives it an advantage among other types of heating. Use of this type of heating is especially important in bathrooms, for heating balconies and loggias, verandas or even their own baths.

Such floors are perfect as a supplement to the main type of heating, and for a full system of maintaining comfort. An important feature is the ease of installation, which allows you to mount them yourself, and many suggestions, among which a person without experience can get confused. For your convenience, we have selected the 9 best offers in the market for electric underfloor heating and have made a rating, dividing them into three main categories: cable, infrared and core warm floors. The following criteria were used for selection:

1. Real customer testimonials
2. Opinions of experts on reliability and quality
3. Self-analysis of proposals based on the most optimal ratio of quality and price

Every warm floor in the list deserves the highest ratings. In any case, evaluate your abilities and use the rating to choose your comfort.

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The best electric cable warm floors (heating cable)

The classic and standard option is a warm floor with a heating cable. This type of heating is recommended by time. To produce this coating, resistive and more complex models of heating elements are used. When choosing a floor, you should keep in mind that there are separately available heating cables and accessories, as well as whole sets that are best suited for purchase - there is everything necessary for installation.

3 Energy CABLE 160

Best price
  Country: United Kingdom
Average price: 3 006 руб.
Rating (2017): 4.6

Energy - a British manufacturer, has proved itself both at home and around the world, where people love warmth and comfort. The model is extremely economical, but the corresponding thermostat power. The result of this ratio is a pleasant price and quality. Another advantage is environmental compatibility: the company uses materials that do not harm the environment. The length of the two-wire cable is 8.5 m, the power is 160 W, and the square meter is 150 W. The warranty is 20 years, which provides reliability for many years. Such a cable can be laid under the carpet, laminate, linoleum, parquet and tiles.

Pluses:

• Simple installation
• Value for money

Disadvantages:

• Cable length and coverage area
• Quality

2 Elite Thermal Suite 18TLBE2-23

Best quality
  Country Russia
Average price: 5 149 руб.
Rating (2017): 4.7

Teplolux is a Russian manufacturer that imports its products abroad. In the Russian market, it occupies leading positions and is the most popular and demanded product, which indicates the high quality of the products. The model is a set of two-core cable, the length of which is 23 meters. This is enough to heat the area of ​​the room in 2.8 m. High power requires a lot of energy. In general, an excellent model in the absence of the opportunity to buy a more expensive brand.

Pluses:

• Power
• Cable length and coverage area
• The breadth of distribution and use

Disadvantages:

• Energy consumption
• Complexity in installation

For the most objective and convenient choice, use the table, which clearly shows the general pros and cons of using different types of floor heating.

Comparison table for electrical and water heated floor:

Type of floor heating	pros	Minuses
Electric	Easy installation Can be used with any floor covering The flexibility of the temperature regime Uniform heating No additional equipment required	High operating costs Increased risk of electric shock Cracking and deformation of floors when using a number of models Reducing the ceiling height when using a number of models High costs when using as the main source of heating
Water	Safety of use Relative efficiency of heating large areas High service life (up to 50 years)	Labor-saving installation High heat losses and the need to insulate the room as a whole Large thickness of concrete screed

1 Devi Pipeheat DPH-10 4 m

Better Reliability
  Country: Poland
Average price: 5 990 rub.
Ratings (2017): 4.8

The company DEVI - the best among manufacturers of electric warm floors. They deservedly occupy leading positions in the market: DEVI offers a guarantee of 20 years for all heating cables of its production, reviews and practice show the minimum amount of rejection, which indicates the highest reliability. The price is at an average level among competitors, which again predisposes to the choice of this gender. The selected model has a two-core heating cable, the system has self-regulating technology, the floor can be installed both outdoors and indoors. Pipeheat DPH-10 4 - this is a real technological perfection with the effect of self-regulation of the heating power. The product has a screen and operates from a regular 230 V network.

Pluses:

• Reliability
• Service centers in all major cities
• Does not dry air when heated

Disadvantages:

• Length of cable
• Power

The best infrared (film) warm floors

The most modern and technological type of a warm floor is an infrared film coating. A fairly common type of heating device in the west. It is equipped with a carbon heating element. Its manufacturability gradually supplants competitors, the only limitation is often the high price of the product. Such a warm floor is installed almost under any surface, and the carbon mat is designed for installation with a screed or glue. An important feature - carbon rods do not overheat, which allows you to set the function of self-regulation. The system is controlled through the thermostat, which monitors the floor and air temperature in the room, reading the information from the sensors.

3 Caleo Platinum 50-230W

Unmatched technology and uniqueness
  Country: South Korea
Average price: 6 295 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.6

Korean manufacturer Caleo has developed one of the most functional and reliable sets of warm infrared floor. The heating film with an area of ​​3.5 square meters has a capacity of 50-230 W / m 2. It can be laid under a laminate, a parquet, a different sort wooden floors, linoleum, a carpet, and use in any inhabited and not inhabited premises. An important feature is the complete self-regulation of the device. This function allows you to reduce energy consumption by more than 6 times when you reach a certain temperature. On this warm floor you can put furniture and do not worry about the safety of the device. The manufacturer has taken care to enclose not only the color installation instructions, but also a DVD with a detailed description of the installation.

Pluses:

• Functional
• Reliability
• Self-regulation
• Economical

Disadvantages:

• Area

2 Caleo GOLD 230 2.5 sq. M, 0.5

Better power
  Country: South Korea
Average price: 5 231 руб.
Rating (2017): 4.7

One of the most popular and warm infra-red floors is Caleo GOLD 230. The Korean manufacturer in this model has reached the highest power. The heating film reaches 130 degrees Celsius with a power of 575 watts. The heating area is 2.5 square meters. The proportion of IR rays in the total spectrum is about 90%. An important advantage is a guarantee of 15 years.

Pluses:

• Power
• High heat dissipation
• Reliability

Disadvantages:

• Energy consumption

Which electrical warm floor is better: heating cable, infrared film or heating mat? Table of advantages and disadvantages

each type:

1 PNK - 220 - 440 / 0,5 - 2м2 film warm floor "National comfort"

The best ratio of price and quality
  Country Russia
Average price: 3 300 руб.
Ratings (2017): 4.8

The presented set of infra-red warm floor - a product of the Russian company, is produced at the "Teplolux" factories, the creation uses high-quality Korean carbon film. Such a floor is laid under most known coatings: carpet, laminate, parquet or linoleum. It is easy to install and connect with your own hands. Power - 150 W at a voltage of 220 V. The set includes: heating film, installation wires with insulation, clamps, adhesive tape, passport device. Ideal budget model with good quality, which will last for many years.

Pluses:

• Quality
• Russian production
• Set

Disadvantages:

• Reliability
• Power

The best heating mats (core warm floors)

Heating mats are the most common type of warm floors due to the small thickness of the product and the extreme simplicity of installation (a person familiar with electricity is required to connect the device). Such a warm floor consists of several cable sections that are attached to a fiberglass mesh, which makes it possible to set any size by cutting an unnecessary part. Most often during installation, the screed is not required, which is an advantage in comparison with the cable heating system. To install, you need to deploy the mat, connect it to the power supply and cover it with a coating.

3 Warmstad WSM-300-2,00

The easiest and most economical
  Country Russia
Average price: 3 160 руб.
Rating (2017): 4.6

The Warmstad Mat is a high-quality product made in Russia, consisting of a two-core cable fixed to the mounting grid. The company is on the market for more than 20 years. The safety of the floor is ensured by aluminosilane - a reliable and strong material. The power reaches 300 W with a coverage area of ​​2 m 2. With this capacity, the ideal installation option is to install it under the tile in a layer of tile adhesive. Use only at home.

Pluses:

• Quality
• Russian production

Disadvantages:

• Coverage area
• Can not be used outdoors
• 15-year warranty

2 Electrolux EMSM 2-150-4

The best strength and heat resistance of the cable
  Country: Sweden
Average price: 8 721 руб.
Rating (2017): 4.7

The Israeli manufacturer Electrolux has developed an ideal parity of the price, quality and the area of ​​a covering in the product. With an average price of 8 thousand rubles, you get 4 m 2, and the power of a twin-core cable reaches 600 W / m 2. The core of the cable is a vein of aramid yarn - this is a synthetic fiber of the highest thermal and mechanical strength. The melting point is 500 degrees Celsius. Such material is several times stronger than steel, and it is used in the manufacture of fireproof clothing and bulletproof vests.

Pluses:

• Power
• Coverage area
• Quality of material

Disadvantages:

1 REHAU SOLELEC

The best German quality and reliability
  Country: Germany
Average price: 5 860 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.6

The model chosen is a product of the German company REHAU. It is famous for its reliability with its products, which has a simple and standard mechanism for such devices. The principle of operation is simple: electricity is converted into thermal energy, due to which the heating of the room. A heat source is a cable whose material has a high resistance. The two-wire cable has a small length, but the power of the product is 160 W. The manufacturer declares a guarantee in 25 years! The longest period among competitors, which speaks for the highest quality and reliability. The price is quite high considering the small floor covering. An excellent option for people who appreciate the real quality.

Pluses:

• Reliability
• Quality

Disadvantages:

• Coverage area

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