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We already have a concrete floor in the basement. Is it too late to install the Wirsbo system?
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Not at all. Our Quik Trak™ system is perfect for remodeling or retrofit projects. Quik Trak is installed over a plywood subfloor. It's great for putting radiant comfort in a basement or anywhere in your home.
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How long does the Retro Plate concrete polishing system process take to apply and how much does it cost?
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There are factors to be considered that will affect both the time frame and the expense. These include: • Roughness of the original surface • Removal of old coatings • Availability of area to be processed • Items to work around, i.e., racking and equ
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Are there places where the Retro Plate concrete polishing system is not the best choice?
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The Retro Plate concrete polishing system should not be used in situations where strong acids or acid vapours come in contact with the floor surface, i.e., battery charging, chemical processing and containment areas. An acid-resistant coating is a be
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How close can the Retro Plate concrete polishing system get to walls and racking?
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The Retro Plate concrete polishing system can be applied to within approximately 1 to 1 ½" of perimeter obstructions and walls.
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Can new concrete be treated with the Retro Plate concrete polishing system?
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Yes; however, new concrete should be at least 28 days old before the process takes place.
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How soon can the floor be used after the Retro Plate concrete polishing system process is finished?
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No drying time is needed with the Retro Plate concrete polishing system. The floor can be used immediately.
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Why should one coat concrete and masonry facades with a breathable (water vapor permeable) coating system?
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All coat concrete and masonry facades contain some flaw (e.g. hairline cracks, porous substrate); these are weak spots where moisture can penetrate into the substrate. The substrate must be able to dry out whenever ambient conditions permit otherwise
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What is the percentage improvement in performance and efficiency of laying the water system in the concrete?
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The independent Eurovent certified test laboratory TNO in Holland is currently investigating this. It is expected that when thewater system is installed within concrete, this will assist for a thermal buffer for up to maximum of a whole week to store
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Can concrete flooring be installed with a radiant floor heating system?
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Yes, concrete is actually one of the best types of flooring to use with a radiant floor heating system. However, the flooring installation should be coordinated with the installation of the radiant heating as often times it is actually laid in the co
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What is the minimum depth required to put in an underfloor heating system on top of an existing concrete floor ?
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37mm, You would put 15mm battens on top of your existing floor, then put a 2L2 or similar insulation between the battens, the tubing on top of the insulation and then your wood on top of the battens, wood thickness would be 22mm.
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