General Queries

Why are there 2 different types of mat - one for timber and one for concrete floors?

Why are there 2 different types of mat - one for timber and one for concrete floors?

The DEVIMATs have been tested to the European standard IEC335/EN60335, it is recommended that no higher than 100W/m2 should be installed on a timber floor, as safety is paramount, we adhere to this instruction. It has been found that concrete absorbs heat at a higher rate than timber, therefore a mat with an output of 150W/m2 have been developed to counter-act this.
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I have seen some products that are just a cable or thin foil, why is the DEVIMAT a cable on a mesh?

I have seen some products that are just a cable or thin foil, why is the DEVIMAT a cable on a mesh?

During the product research, it was discovered, that it was more desirable for the heating element to become an integral part of the floor rather than a foil type that separates the tile adhesive from the floor. It is a better solution for the customer to have a product with pre-determined spacing for the heating element.
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Is it expensive to run?

Is it expensive to run?

The DEVIMAT system only uses as much electricity as a standard light bulb per square metre. The on-off cycling effect of the floor temperature sensing thermostat can reduce this by as much as 50%.
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Will the heat affect the tile adhesive or tiles?

Will the heat affect the tile adhesive or tiles?

The warmed ceramic tiled floors will run with a surface temperature of about 22°C and the adhesive under the tiles will be a few degrees higher. This temperature will have no effect on the tiles or the tile adhesive. This has been confirmed by the majority of the leading adhesive manufacturers.
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How long will the system last?

How long will the system last?

Once the DEVIMAT is installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions, the cable should last as long as the other electrical wiring in the building.
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Will the system fully heat the room?

Will the system fully heat the room?

The DEVIMAT system is used to provide a comfortable warm surface and keep floors dry in areas where water can splash. The DEVIMAT will provide a background temperature in a room and, where outside temperatures permit, will heat the room too.
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