Do-it-yourself underfloor heating floor in the bathroom

To stand on the warm floor with bare feet after water procedures - which can be more pleasant. Do-it-yourself underfloor heating in the bathroom helps to solve this problem. However, this requires certain knowledge and skills. After reading this article, you can decide on the type of insulated floor and the technology of its arrangement.

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Main varieties

Warm floors are divided into several varieties, distinguished by two classification criteria - the specifics of manufacture and use. Whichever option you choose, the floor performs its functions well. However, it is necessary to accurately calculate the estimate of the installation, provide for all the nuances associated with the operation:

• If, for example, you want to cope with work faster and do not have building skills, it is better to opt for the electric version.
• Water heating is reliable and does not require too much cost, but its arrangement will take a little longer.

Electric

Electric floor heating in the bathroom is a set of electric mats made of a special film and heating cable. The cable can be single or double core. Twin-core cables are safer, but their cost is higher. In addition to mats, the kit includes a thermostat. It is necessary to determine, and, if necessary, and temperature settings. Wires will also be needed to connect the system to the mains.

The order of the installation of a warm floor under the tiles in the bathroom:

• The preparatory phase is the removal of the old flooring. The base for insulation should be perfectly clean and even, devoid of even dust. The recesses are sealed with cement mortar, and the tubercles are disposed of with special emery paper.
• Choosing a site for placing the thermostat, conducting wiring.
• Installation of insulation, shiny side up. Joints between individual strips fasten with adhesive tape. A gap must be left between the walls and strips of thermal insulation material.

Important! It is advisable to purchase the kit along with the mounting grid and mounting tape.

• Installation of a temperature sensor. It is placed in such a way as not to destroy the floor during maintenance or the need for repair.

Important! When installing, observe the same precautions as when installing the outlet in the bathroom (the device is enclosed in a protective box).

• Checking the health of the system and connecting it to power. When checking the current supply, you can use the tester.

If the system is functioning properly, a small layer of screed is laid on top, and tile on top.

Water

The main component of water heating for floors is a small diameter pipe made of PVC, plastic or copper. Regulate the temperature of the water with a thermostat. A concrete screed is laid on top of the pipes, followed by tile or wood flooring.

The cost of such floors is low, and the installation of the system is simple and safe.

It is recommended to make the level of the pipes below the general floor level in the house. This will protect the apartment from water in the accident. After all installation work has been completed, the system is connected to the hot water supply (individual heating).

Important! Many construction work in the apartment, performed independently, involves obtaining special permits.Consult with specialists beforehand so as not to go broke on fines.

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Advantages and disadvantages

Any of the described heating systems has certain advantages over conventional radiators.

Advantages:

• Both systems - electric and water, are hidden, and the usual heating radiator occupies part of the space.
• A favorable microclimate in the bathroom is not just a comfortable air temperature, but also a pleasant to the touch, heated floor.
• Wide scope, relatively low costs. Do-it-yourself electric or water floor heating in the bathroom quickly pays for itself.

Minuses

Of course, any system has its own weaknesses:

• The need for an initial “investment." But the convenience and comfort are such that the bathroom will certainly become your favorite room.
• Limited choice of flooring. The best option is a bulk floor or ceramic tile. Wooden floors can only be installed in bathrooms with good ventilation. Otherwise, such a coating will soon need to be replaced.
• Electric heated floors - this is an additional energy consumption. Therefore, before you make a warm floor in the bathroom, you need to calculate all the operating costs: whether the project will be too expensive for you.

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Stock footage

Which of the two options for insulation to choose is up to you. Electric floor heating is associated with additional operating costs, while water heating can only be used during the heating season. Which is better - choose!