HomeFind a Local DistributorDistributor Opportunities Heated floors under hardwood, tiles, laminate and carpet STEP Warmfloor® radiant heat is approved for use with any floor covering including: natural stone, ceramic and porcelain tiles, hardwood and laminates, resilient, and carpet. STEP Warmfloor® is a technologically advanced radiant heating system that features a flat self-regulating heating element made of a semi-conductive polyethylene. The radiant heating elements consistently distribute heat safely, evenly and efficiently and can be used for a wide variety of applications. The flexible polymer heating element is so thin that it will not affect your floor buildup, weight loads, or flooring choices. STEP Warmfloor® unique attributes make it an effective radiant heat choice for new construction, remodeling and retrofit applications alike. Heated Floors under Hardwood, Engineered wood and Laminate Plank style finished floors come in many shapes, sizes and colors.  

The luxuriant look and feel of these floor products combined with a STEP Warmfloor® radiant heating system creates a finished floor installation that greatly enhances the comfort and value of your home. Step Warmfloor® is an excellent system to be applied under engineered or hardwood floors. For a wood floor, it is very important to have a low and stable temperature on the whole floor surface. Because STEP Warmfloor™ is self-regulating, the material acts like a sensor over the whole floor area and therefore, can not overheat. Vinyl Floor Glue Not DryingFor heated floors under hardwood, it is essential that the temperature stays below 86°F or damage to the wood can occur.Cheap Browning Knives Radiant heat should not be turned abruptly on and off, as this will subject the wood fibers to be repeatedly traumatized, causing stress fractures, gaps and twisting. Do You Tip Moving Company Packers

With STEP Warmfloor® the heating level can be lowered to attain the ideal constant temperature by using a STEP Control™. Installation of STEP Warmfloor® under wood is a breeze; simply cut the element to the appropriate length and make the electrical connections. Secure the elements to the sub-floor (with approved tape, staples, or pegs) and cover according to trade practices. Heating under Tile and Stone Out of all the common finished floor materials, tile and natural stone produce the coldest sensations. Own a luxurious warm floor by incorporating a radiant heating system under the tile, that will greatly enhance not only the comfort of your home, but the value as well! Step Warmfloor® heating elements can be installed directly in the mortar underneath tiles and stone. Simply roll out the elements, cut them to the desired length on the job site, secure elements to the sub-floor with staples or approved tape, and apply tiles or stone on top of the slotted elements.

In wet areas,  the heating elements have to be properly installed under a waterproof membrane to avoid risks of sneak current and/or short circuit. Although STEP Warmfloor® is a low-voltage (24-Volt) system and cannot harm you, it is unpleasant to feel a tingling sensation on the floor. Out of all the commonly used finished floor materials, carpet provides the warmest sensation on the floor. Even though this is the case, many carpet installations can benefit from the use of a radiant floor warming system, especially if the floor is over an unheated space. Step Warmfloor® heating elements can be installed directly underneath carpet with a carpet cushion above the elements. Simply roll out the elements, cut them to desired length at the work site and apply. For any floor warming or radiant heat system, the use of proper thermal insulation is required. Without the use of insulation, cold stripes on the finished floor surface may be evident even with a tight element spacing.

As a minimum, you need to have more R-value below the elements than above. Electro Plastics, Inc. dba STEP Warmfloor® is a US manufacturer of electric radiant underfloor heating, roof de-icing and snow melt systems. The company's headquarters is located in Saint Louis, Missouri, U.S.A. This 35,000 sq feet LEED registered building is a "living laboratory" as proof of the comfort properties and energy efficiency of STEP Warmfloor®. Our radiant heating products are ETL listed, have the CE marking and conform to ANSI/UL: Radiant heating system approvals, patents and other accreditations. Electro Plastics, Inc. Introduces a Line Voltage System – STEP® Heat Trace Electro Plastics is a proud sponsor at the “Proud Green Home of St. Louis” St. Louis Welcomes Proud Green Home ONE THERMOSTAT TO RULE THEM ALL: Electro Plastics, Inc. Announces STEP® Touch, A New Thermostat Made To Control Any And All STEP® Products Address: 11147 Dorsett Rd., Maryland Heights, MO 63043-3505.

Thermoquiet 100 sq. ft. 4 ft. x 25 ft. x 1/8 in. 5 in 1 Thermal Acoustic Insulated Underlayment TQ Silent Silver is a one of kind multi-layer acoustic and cushion underlayment, and is designed to perform in both residential and heavy traffic commercial environments. Product can be floated, or glue one or two sides for commercial applications. The products has been designed with the highest quality materials to address several of the key issues facing carpet, wood and ceramic underlay in today’s demanding installations- over concrete- plywood and even steel decking. A unique four layer lamination gives TQ Silent Silver unparalleled strength, tear and shear resistance and exceptional wear resistance. Add to this the integrated self-adhesive attachment connector strip and vapor barrier, and you have an all-in-one quick easy install solution for. TQ Silent Silver Acoustic Underlay’s dual density foam lamination layers provides not only superior long term cushioning and product wear ability, but exceptional acoustic numbers Δ20- STC 68, an integrated radiant foil middle layer that promotes heat retention within the conditioned space, and limits heat gain from upper or lower floors.

Please note that this product should NOT be used over radiant heated concrete floors. Improve your living environment, reduce your heating cost 5 in one underlay solution Certified vapor barrier, certified thermal barrier, certified acoustic barrier Dual density foam for superior cushioning and wear resistance Ideal for laminate, engineered wood and carpet floors Cushion layer improves sound and thermal insulation properties while reducing standing fatigue Sound ratings - STC 66 I lIC 68 and delta 20 Reflective foil bottom layer reflects heat back into the room in winter Thermal ratings - R3.1 Meets code requirements for residential and high rise applications Low VOC (volatile organic compounds) - no off-gassing Can be glued -1 or 2 side or floated Easy to install, with integrated lip and tape for quick vapor-tight lap joints Note: this product must not be used above radiant floor heating my kitchen floor squeaks when walked on, very disruptive.