WarmlyYours TempZone Custom Mat - Manual (Page 8)

3) Floating Laminate or Engineered Wood Floors
Before starting, read the laminate or engineered fl ooring manufacturer’s installation instructions, review any specifi c
instructions they may have with regard to the use of their product with electric radiant heating.
After the mat is secured in the fi rst layer of mortar, cover with at least ¼” of thinset or self leveling compound. Ensure
the thinset or self leveling compound is smooth and level as an uneven fi nish may result in a poor fl oor fi t. Allow the
compound to cure as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
Install a vapor barrier (if necessary) and any underlayment as per manufacturer’s instructions.
IMPORTANT
It is recommended that a thermostat employing a fl oor sensing bulb and set to limit the maximum fl oor temperature the
laminate or engineered wood fl oor manufacturer’s recommendations.
Secure the sensor bulb on top of the under pad with tape. The sensor must be positioned over the heated area 6” from the
edge of the mat. Run the sensor wire back into the junction box. Don’t place the sensor where it will be in direct sunlight. If
using conduit, do not run the sensor wire in the same conduit as the cold lead.
Thinset and self-leveling materials have cure times, review the recommended cure time from each manufacturer and do
not energize the mat until the materials have fully cured. This cure time may be as long as 28 days.
Install the laminate or engineered wood fl ooring as per the manufacturer’s instruction. Allow the fl ooring time to
acclimatize to the room’s temperature and humidity levels before using the fl oor heating (1-3 days).
Do not drill into fl oors with WarmlyYours mats; drills can cut into the heating mat below possibly resulting in death or injury
from electrical shock or fi re, mat failure, improper operation or fl oor damage.
Conduct electrical tests as previously described, if there are any problems contact WarmlyYours before proceeding
further.
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