How Do You Install Electric Radiant Heat Flooring?
Electric radiant heat flooring is growing in popularity across the United States. It is a great investment, and can increase the resale and the property value of your home. It is relatively easy and inexpensive to install in your bathroom or walkway. First, you will want to make a diagram of your bathroom. Take the diagram to your electric radiant heat supplier to determine the amount of cabling you will need for your application. You will also want to ask the supplier about the type of tile that you will need to use to best suit the flooring application. Most cabling works well with any type of tile, but some types of cabling work best with thin set tile. Next, bring in an electrician to install the wiring for the sub floor heating. You will need a 15 to 20 amp circuit, which is something that is best left to professionals. The electrician can also make sure your system is up to code. Remove all existing floor to the sub flooring. Install tile backer board on the sub floor to give the
