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WARMBOARD-S PANEL
Installation Guide
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Preparation and Installation Flooring Applications Resources

f Panel Description Page 3 f Hardwood Overview Page 15 f Flooring R-values Page 35

f Installation Highlights Page 4 f Hardwood Acclimation Page 16 f Hardwood Manufacturers Page 36

f Approved Tubing List Page 5 f Installing Solid Plank Page 17 f Water Temperature Chart Page 37

f Necessary Tools Page 6 f Installing Engineered, Laminate, Page 19

and Bamboo
f Selecting a Router Page 7
f Installing Tile Page 21
f Installing over Joist Page 8
f Installing Carpet Page 31
f Installing over Slab Page 9
f Installing Cork Page 32
f Installing over Subfloor Page 11
f Installing Vinyl Page 33
f Custom Routing Page 12
f Installing Linoleum Page 34
f Tubing Installation Page 13

Review this guide and our supplied plan set

(and floor plan dimensions) before work begins.
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Warmboard-S is a structural, tongue and groove
hydronic radiant subfloor panel made from 7-ply RIGHT PANEL Groove DOUBLE PANEL
plywood with a conductive .025" thick 1070 6"
aluminum alloy skin bonded to the entire top surface.
12"
Each panel type is stamped with a series of aluminum
channels on the top surface to accommodate the
12"
installation of 1/2" PEX or PEX-AL-PEX tubing.

Warmboard-S consists of four, modular panel types, 12"

each measuring 4' x 8' x 1 1/8" thick and weighing
6"
approximately 100lbs. In a completed assembly,
Warmboard-S weighs 3.2 lbs per square foot, 9" Tangential Groove Tongue
which includes the panel, tubing and water.

Warmboard-S is typically installed over joist

(24" OC maximum), though also over concrete
or subfloor.
L LEFT PANEL Tongue
HDL
HALF DOUBLE, LEFT

Non-aluminum filler panels are also available.

Cut a Double Panel

in half to create the
HDL and HDR panels.
Groove

S STRAIGHT PANEL
HDR
HALF DOUBLE, RIGHT

APA Report: T2002Q-37

ICC Report: ESR-1421
Warmboard-S panels are but one component in a
complete radiant system. System design should
be done in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations for ancillary components,
and is the responsibility of the system designer.
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1 Count your panels when they arrive on site and 6 After tubing is installed, we recommend a
confirm the shipment is correct. Use the color Masonite or Lauan in high traffic areas to help
code painted on the end of each panel to compare protect the tubing. Remove before installing
numbers against your plan set, which will be the finish floors.
found inside of your Installation Kit. If there are any
questions or inconsistencies with your delivery, 7 Custom routes require a router with a minimum
call us immediately. 1.75 horsepower (2.25hp is recommended).
DO NOT attempt a custom route without the
2 Review the Shop Drawings: Check floor plan proper wood and metal template guides (pg. 7).
dimensions and joist layout. Verify that the joist
direction and location of the pull are correct. 8 When installing over floor joists, it is mandatory
Note that some tubing loops may need to be that the crawl space or basement have substantial
installed before the walls are framed, and some ventilation, per IBC guidelines to outside ambient
after (If you are not familiar with the time line of air (Exposure to Weather, pg. 8). After installation,
this process, give us a call). R-19 (or greater) insulation is required beneath
the panels to prevent downward heat loss.
3 Gap 1/8" between panels on the 4' butt side (no
need on the 8' side). Use the alignment pins when 9 Review this manual before installing finish floors.
fastening to ensure the tubing paths between
panels line up. 10 The surface temperature of finished floors is not
to exceed 85ºF. This rule applies to the entire
4 ONLY use tubing approved by Warmboard, Inc. radiant industry.
(pg. 5). DO NOT use silicone or other types of
adhesives in the tubing channel.

By reading these highlights before proceeding,

5 DO NOT exceed a 275 linear loop length when
you will save you time, money and hassle.
making field revisions.
Warmboard products are required to be installed
and managed by experienced and licensed trade
professionals pursuant to current local laws.
Failure to use proper installers will void any
product warranty.

Should installed panels be exposed to rain,

DO NOT install subfloor insulation until the
panels have returned to an acceptable level of
moisture content.
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PEX Aluminum PEX tubing, 1/2" ID Warmboard Comfort System

f Warmboard PEX: PEX-AL-PEX Although Warmboard approves these tubing
products for panel projects, they are NOT supported
f Bluefin: PEX-AL-PEX
for use with the Warmboard Comfort System.
f Mr. Pex: PEX-AL-PEX ONLY use the supplied Warmboard PEX-AL-PEX,
which has been specified and tested by Warmboard
f Watts: PEX-AL-PEX for use with the WCS.

If equipment failure does occur on a WCS project

without the specified tubing, Warmboard has the
PEX tubing, 1/2" ID option to deny any warranty claim related to the
system hydronics.
f HeatLink FL PEX-a

f Mr. Pex

f Rehau Raupex Oxygen Barrier

f Uponor helioPEX X2

f Uponor/Wirsbo hePEX

f ViegaPEX Barrier

ONLY use tubing listed here. Other products may

create ticking noises during operation as the
EVOH barrier rubs against the channel.

Warmboard tubing and manifolds are included

with the Warmboard Comfort System and do not
need to be purchased separately.
If only using Warmboard panels, tubing and
manifolds can also be purchased from us
separately at very competitive prices.
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Installation Kit Content Other Tools and Materials

(supplied with each order) f Circular saw, carbide blade
f Warmboard panel/tubing plans f Router, minimum 1.75 horsepower,
2.25hp recommended (pg. 7)
f 3 Custom routing templates (wood)
f Electrician nailing plates
f 5/8" Router bit

f 16oz Rubber mallet

f 2 Alignment pins
f Warmboard approved tubing
f Router template guide
f Shop vacuum
f Router guide lock nut
f Drill motor with a 3/4" drill bit

f PEX tubing cutter

f Wax pencil or permanent marker

f Tubing un-coiler

f 4" Grinder or Dremel tool

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Provided Equipment
The items shown below are shipped with your
installation kit and should be used when routing.
DO NOT attempt a route without them.

Template guide
25/ 32" I.D., 1" O.D.

This is the correct sub-base with the supplied metal This sub-base does NOT work with our template guide
Guide lock nut template guides installed. and will not create custom routes.

The provided items can be used with some Makita

5/8" Core Box and Dewalt brand routers. Consider the Makita
router bit RF1101, Dewalt DW616 or Dewalt DW618PKB.
While we recommend a router with a minimum
1.75 horsepower, 2.25 is preferred.

Not all sub-bases interface properly with the

supplied items. DO NOT attempt a route without
the correct template guide.
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For traditional joist application, fasten with panel Exposure to Weather DO NOT insulate below the panels until the structure
adhesive and 23/4" screws or ring shank nails as is completely dried-in and all excessive moisture has
specified by your design professional or listed in our Warmboard-S panels are rated “Exposure 1” by been released from the panels.
ICC-ES report. Apply common sense when sizing the APA. They can be exposed to occasional and
fasteners for Truss and I-Joist systems, intermittent rain, snow and ice for a building season Here are a few installation tips that are crucial to
and select a fastener to grab as much flange as and still serve as structural subfloor. Warmboard-S understand and follow.
possible. DO NOT size a nail or screw that will panels will still respond to moisture like any plywood
product, which means minor edge swelling can f Keep the panels completely dry and covered until
penetrate the bottom side of the flange.
occur from water intrusion. the time of installation
If the nailing pattern is not listed in the architectural f If installing over a crawl space or basement,
specification, the APA (American Panel Association) If the panels experience water intrusion, create a
this space MUST be well-ventilated (per IBC
recommends a 12" inside, 6" edges pattern. constantly dry and well-ventilated environment
guidelines) and completely dry at all times during
beneath to release this moisture from the bottom
the construction process
As panels are placed, tap alignment pins into side of the panels. This is necessary due to the
place on the two outer most channels, across aluminum bonded to the top of the plywood. f If installing over slab, ensure the slab is completely
the seam between the adjacent panels, to ensure cured and dried, then apply a moisture barrier.
proper channel alignment. Pay close attention Warmboard-S panels MUST be completely dry
to the Panel Layout plans as the work proceeds. before, during and after installation
Per APA guidelines all subfloor panels, including
Warmboard-S, should be gapped 1/8" on the 4' side. f To accelerate the removal of moisture, fire up the
boiler and circulate hot water through the system.
Using portable fans and/or heaters is also effective

f If edge swelling occurs, the panels will return

close to their original shape once the moisture exits
the panels

It is ESSENTIAL to check your plan set (inside the

installation kit) to see where the first panel is to
be installed.

Warmboard-S panels install over joist just like

regular subfloor.
If the panels are exposed to rain or snow, create a
Cut panels with the aluminum side down and save constantly dry and well-ventilated environment
your offcuts as they may be used elsewhere in so the moisture can be released from the bottom
the project. of the panel.
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Benefits Testing for Moisture Method 1: Fasten Directly

Installing Warmboard-S over a concrete slab can Apply either a liquid vapor barrier or a 6- or 10-mil
There are several methods by which to test the
retrofit a basement, home remodel or new home polyethylene vapor retarder overlapping two feet
moisture content of a newly poured slab, the simplest
with a state of the art radiant floor heating system. (2') at the seams. Continue with Warmboard-S
being the “Plastic Sheet Method” (ASTM D 4263-83).
A broad range of finish floor options are available, panel installation using split drive anchors, Tapcon
To do this, place an 18" x 18" clear plastic sheet on
including hardwood, tile, carpet, vinyl and linoleum. concrete fasteners or powder-actuated fasteners.
the slab and tape down on all sides. DO NOT allow
We recommend a maximum of 21 fasteners for each
the sheet to come in contact with direct sunlight or
panel.
excessive heat. After 16 hours, if any condensation is
Concrete Slab Requirements found on the underside of the plastic, or if the slab
The existing slab MUST be level and flat. A newly surface is darkened, the concrete is too wet for a
poured slab needs to be well-cured for a minimum of coating application.
Method 2: Using Insulation
30 days, and a moisture test should be conducted to Install a 6- or 10-mil polyethylene vapor retarder
ensure the slab is properly cured prior to installation NOTE: It is possible for this method to yield a false directly to the slab, overlapping two feet (2') at the
of Warmboard-S. result in cooler conditions when the concrete may seams. Next, install a 1/2" Homasote Comfort Base
retain moisture and fail to condense on the plastic. or Homasote 440 SoundBarrier over the entire slab
Like any wood product, if Warmboard-S panels are (adding a R-value of 1.2). Gap all Homasote panels
exposed to standing water or moisture intrusion, To ensure a reliable result, make sure that the surface 3/16" from all adjoining panels and 3/8" from walls.
the wood will swell and rot. DO NOT use temperatures and ambient conditions during the test
Use fasteners (21 per panel) to attach the entire
Warmboard-S if these environmental conditions are very similar to those present after the Warmboard
assembly to the slab. Find the instructions for these
are possible during or after construction. panels are installed.
products at homasote.com
If not performing a moisture test, we recommend
giving a newly poured slab 90 days to cure fully.
Once certain of the moisture level of the slab, Method 3: Sleepers
we recommend one of three installation methods. Install a 6- or 10-mil polyethylene vapor retarder
directly to the slab, overlapping two feet (2') at the
seams. Continue by installing 2" x 4" pressure treated
sleepers attached to the slab (flat framed) on 24"
centers with fasteners. Insulate the cavity between
The slab MUST have sufficient drainage from rain the sleepers with rigid foam insulation. To complete
and snow at all times. Failure to provide sufficient
the procedure, install Warmboard-S and fasten to
drainage will void any product warranty.
the sleepers with screws or ring shank nails and
Warmboard-S MUST be mechanically fastened, construction adhesive.
not just floated or glued. Failure to mechanically
fasten the product will void any product warranty.
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24"
Fastening to Concrete f Method 1: Split Drive Anchors (Recommended) 13/4"
Use a 3lb. sledge hammer to force the
Drilling should be done with the Warmboard Split Drive Anchor through the pre-drilled
panels in place (pre-drilling the concrete is not panel and into the concrete
recommended). Use a heavy duty roto hammer drill
and a high-quality 1/4" masonry drill bit. The hole
should be 1/2" deeper than the required specification.
Once drilled, draw the drill bit in and out a few times 16"
to loosen excess material. Use a shop vacuum to 2 1/2" x 1/4" flat head Split Drive Anchor:
remove the debris. Use 1/4" high-quality masonry bit

Choose one of the following methods to fasten the

Warmboard panels to the concrete. Use a pattern of f Method 2: Tapcons
3 rows of 7. Simply install the Tapcon through the pre-drilled
hole and into the concrete

2 1/2" x 1/4" flat head Tapcon concrete screw:

Use 3/ 16" high-quality masonry bit

f Method 3: Powder-actuated fasteners

Select an actuated tool, and charge, designed for
fastening 1 1/8" plywood to concrete. Choose a
fastener that will grab a minimum of 1" of concrete Warmboard-S
Fastener
6-mil Vapor Barrier
Concrete/Slab
0.138" Hilti X-C P8 Powder-actuated fastener:
Use Hilti DX 2 semi-automatic, powder-actuated tool
Flat head Split Drive Anchors will save you many
or approved equivalant
hours of labor, but may be difficult to find in retail
locations. Call 888.498.5747 or visit confast.com.
1"
Fasteners MUST exceed a length of 2 1/4" if using
Homasote between the slab and Warmboard-S
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Preparation Method 1: Screw Only Method 2: Nail and Glue

It is essential that the existing subfloor is both flat Use a #8 x 2" GRK R4 Multi-Purpose screw Use a construction adhesive designed for bonding to
and smooth before the installation of Warmboard. (or equivalent) with a top 1/2" smooth shank. plywood (Loctite PL Wood Adhesive or equivalent).
Inspect the subfloor for evenness along the joists Follow all directions specified by the manufacturer.
and flatness between the joists. f Fasten with a grid pattern of 6" on the edges
and 12" on the inside For nailing, use a ring shank or a screw nail.
If necessary, sand the subfloor and install extra To determine the length of the nail, evaluate the
f No pre-drilling required
blocking below. Inspect for squeaks and refasten thickness of the existing subfloor and add 11/8".
with decking screws as necessary. f Self-counter sinking

Cutting and installing Warmboard-S is very f No adhesive needed

straightforward. The panels can be trimmed with
a standard skill or table saw and will rip just like
ordinary subfloor. We recommend cutting with the
aluminum side down to help avoid burrs.

It is crucial to use the alignment pins to line up

the channels from panel to panel.
The subfloor and Warmboard-S MUST be
completely dry, with a moisture reading between
8-12% before, during and after installation.

Cut panels with the aluminum side down.

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Check List
f Review all the tubing layout plans

f Use a permanent marker and the provided wood

templates to mark all areas on the Warmboard
panel that will require custom routing

f Prepare router with router bit, template guide and

template guide lock nut

Procedure
f Place the routing template over the appropriate area
and fasten into position with 3 screws. Be sure the
screws do not interfere with the path of the router

f Ensure that the router bit and template guide are

properly installed, then proceed with the route

f When complete, remove the template guide and use

a 4" grinder or deburring tool to smooth the area for
the tubing installation

f Use a shop vac to clear debris from the channel

f Place a piece of tubing into the new groove to

confirm it sits level and flush with the top of the
Warmboard panel

The router base needs room to operate and may

be difficult to use near a wall - plan accordingly.
Visit warmboard.com/videos for instruction.
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Step 1: Clean the Panels Step 3: Return Lines to Manifolds Bury Point
Drill and deburr.
Clearing the panels and tubing channels of debris will To return the PEX tubing back to the manifolds, (see note below)
ensure the tubing sits flush and level. This is essential there are a few different options which will work. Warmboard-S
to a well functioning radiant system.
f Method 1 To Manifold
f Use a broom, shop vacuum or leaf blower to clear Use the existing channels in the panels to return
the debris from the panel and tubing channels the tubing to the manifold

f Use a 1/2" conduit to break loose stuck-on material f Method 2

Create custom routes in the panel and return the
tubing back to the manifold
Step 2: Mark the Tubing Paths
f Method 3
f Follow the Tubing Layout plan set and mark Create a bury point and feed the tubing back to the
the tubing paths on your panels with a manifold by going through the subfloor (illustration) Insulate between
permanent marker Joists
f Method 4
f Clearly mark turns, bury points, custom routes, Use the “panel cut back” to create a tubing channel
and manifold locations above the slab for the tubing to return to the Concrete/Slab
manifold. Fill with Portland cement to create a 1 1/8" Nailing Surface
f Mark locations of all plumbing waste lines
level surface (illustration)
1/2" PEX Tubing
f Mark each loop to avoid any future confusion
Portland Cement
or Fix-It-All
Warmboard-S

Use a Sharpie or wax pencil to mark panels.

Use a 3/4" drill bit to create a 3/4" x 1 1/ 2" bury point
which will help prevent the tube from kinking.
Visit warmboard.com/videos for instruction.
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Step 4: Custom Routes Step 6: Install Manifold(s) Step 7: Tubing Repair

Follow the instructions on page 12. f Follow all installation details and specifications Every tubing manufacturer makes a repair coupler to
documented by the manufacturer. Manifolds are repair a punctured section of tubing. Repairing tubing
usually placed in closets or between interior wall damage is an easy fix and should require less than
Step 5: Install Tubing stud bays with an access door 30 minutes to complete.
f Avoid installing tubing at temperatures below 50˚F f Clearly mark all supply and return loops. f Pop the tube out of the tubing channel
as the tubing becomes rigid and difficult to bend Document rooms and zones on the manifolds to
avoid future confusion f Cut out the damaged area and insert the coupler
f ONLY use tubing from our Approved Tubing List
(pg. 5) f Pressure test all loops to the mechanical code f Chisel/Cut a groove into the panel to accommodate
requirement of 100 PSI for 15 minutes. After this, the size of the coupler
f Use a 16oz. rubber mallet to secure the tubing in the
the PSI will drop 5-10% (this is normal)
channel (be sure the tubing sits level and flush with
the top of the panel) f After the 15 minutes, lower the air pressure to
60 PSI and maintain during the construction process.
f DO NOT use silicone/adhesive in the channels
After this, the PSI will drop 5-10% (this is normal)
f Tape over the ends of the tubing to prevent debris
from clogging the lines

f A tubing uncoiler will help avoid twists and kinks Minimum Framing Dimensions
when installing the tubing. It is an excellent
investment and highly recommended for large jobs
Loops Width x Height
f Use nail plates to secure tubing as needed and 2 Loop Manifold 14" x 36" clear
remove before finish floors are installed 3 Loop Manifold 16" x 36" clear
4 Loop Manifold 17" x 36" clear
5 Loop Manifold 20" x 36" clear
6 Loop Manifold 22" x 36" clear
7 Loop Manifold 24" x 36" clear
8 Loop Manifold 26" x 36" clear
The tubing MUST be level and flush with the
surface of Warmboard.

Consider Ram Board (or equivalent) to help

protect the tubing in high traffic areas.
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Hardwood Recommendations A Word about Engineered Flooring

Solid, sawn, hardwood planks have been an integral Numerous engineered flooring products have been
part of residential architecture for over 400 years. developed in recent years. With each product comes
Since 1998, over 40 million square feet has been variations in material, assembly method, dimensional
successfully installed over Warmboard. The long stability and overall quality. Warmboard is unable to
documented history of hardwood combined with test every iteration of these products and therefore
our decades of experience tells us that traditional cannot express an informed opinion on how
3/4" solid plank flooring is the gold standard and variations in humidity may impact their dimensional
accordingly, that is our strong recommendation. stability. We leave it to the consumer to do their own
due diligence to determine any particular engineered
All wood products expand and contract with changes
product's suitability for their project.
in humidity. Solid plank wood is naturally monolithic
and expands and contracts most evenly. When these
dimensional changes do occur, cupping, crowning A Word about Flooring Thickness
and gapping at the edges may result. These changes
Many mistakenly believe that a radiant floor cannot
are inherent to all wood flooring, regardless of the
have 3/4" thick floor coverings. This thinking is based
heating method. To minimize such dimensional
on a theory that the resulting higher R-value prevents
changes, especially as humidity varies throughout
the system from adequately heating the space.
the seasons, we also recommend quartersawn
This may be true for low conductivity radiant panels,
and/or rift cut planks due to their stability.
but not Warmboard. Apart from the fact that thicker
To further limit dimensional movement, ensure hardwood, all things being equal, is better quality,
the hardwood has the proper moisture content at its increased R-value causes more even heat across
the time of installation (pg. 16). A good hardwood your floor with the result that your feet will not be
installer will know the ideal range for your geographic able to tell where tubing is and isn't. With thinner
region (moisture content should be at the low end of material, the temperature variation across the tubing
this range). A moisture meter is required to determine is increased causing what is known in the radiant
when that moisture percentage is achieved. industry as "striping" which makes your floor less
comfortable. And comfort is the primary reason for
Warmboard's existence, which is why we recommend
using 3/4" hardwood over our panels.

Whether using plank, engineered or laminate

wood flooring, there have been thousands of
successful installations over Warmboard.
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Hardwood Flooring Acclimation Prior to flooring installation, the moisture content of

Warmboard-S should be 12% or less. The moisture
Before the hardwood is on site, ensure the interior content of the finish hardwood should be between
plastering is complete (and dry), and that the radiant 6-9%, though this will vary by climate zone. Be sure
system has been operating for a couple weeks to discuss this with your flooring installer.
in order to reduce any excess moisture from the
Warmboard panels. In some locales, you may It will be difficult to get a moisture reading from
need to operate the air conditioner simultaneously Warmboard due to its aluminum surface, so we
with Warmboard to lower the indoor humidity. a moisture meter with insulated contact pins and
The hardwood should experience consistent, hammer probe. The Delmhorst J4 and J2000 models
low humidity once on site. (delmhorst.com) are good options, and can be
upgraded with pins and hammer probe.
Consider any moisture or humidity intrusion that
may take place in the future, such as a crawl space
beneath the Warmboard panels which could be dry Operating the System
in the summer and experience water intrusion in the
winter. This could cause large humidity swings and Circulate warm water under the newly installed
excess movement of the hardwood flooring. floor for a few days before gradually bringing the
water temperature up to the designed set point.
Once the interior space is properly conditioned to For example, start with 100ºF, then increase to
the desired relative humidity, bring in the wood 120ºF. Finalize the set point according to the needs
planks and sticker them - pulling the planks out of of the structure.
their boxes and setting them up so air can circulate
around them (photo). Ideally, the heating system should use “Indoor Reset”
or another type of reset control strategy. “Reset” is a
system for automatically resetting boiler temperatures
(up or down), to better meet changing heatloads.
This is an excellent strategy for hardwood floors.

It is ESSENTIAL to acclimate wood flooring prior

to installation. Acclimation time can vary by
season, but two weeks is recommended.

Keep low moisture levels in the hardwood to

ensure long term stability. Maintain an indoor
ambient temperature between 60-80˚F (15-26˚C),
and keep the humidity between 30-50%.
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3 Installation Methods Method 1: Nail Directly

f Method 1 Installing hardwood perpendicular to the tubing
Nail hardwood directly pattern is the best method as it allows you to see the
tubing and avoid damaging it. Tongue nail at a 45º
f Method 2
angle at 6" on centers and use 2" flooring nails.
Nail and glue hardwood directly
Warmboard’s thick aluminum surface acts as the
f Method 3
moisture barrier, no other product is needed.
Glue hardwood directly (no fasteners)
Occasionally, plank flooring may need to run the
same direction as the tubing, and nailing the plank
Approved Adhesives could cause tubing damage. Should this occur,
f Bona R850T, R851, R859 DO NOT nail - either glue with an approved adhesive
or face nail the plank. While the planks can be
f Bostik’s BEST, BST, Climb, EFA+, GreenForce,
successfully nailed down parallel to the tubing
HDAC, ProCure, Pro-MSP, Ultra-Set SingleStep 2,
pattern, this method may require extra labor.
Vapor-Lock
Strategic planning with the layout can avoid face
f Mapei Ultrabond Eco 975, 980 nailing and gluing in many locations.

f Sikabond T-35 and T-55

f Stauf Adhesives PUK-455 Wide Plank Adhesive,

PUM-950 Power Mastic

f Titebond 771, 811, 821

f Wakol MS 230, MS 232, MS 260, MS 262, MS 290,

MS 292, MS 245/246, PU 224, PU 385
It is essential to lower the moisture content of
your hardwood prior to installation (pg. 16) Warranty letters from these companies are available
upon request.
Warmboard’s aluminum surface acts as a vapor
barrier - no additional vapor retarder is required.
Wood flooring can be installed directly over the
When installing hardwood parallel to the tubing,
Warmboard panels.
rip the first plank at an appropriate width to create
Visit warmboard.com/videos to watch our a nailing pattern which will avoid the tubing at all
hardwood installation video. T&G locations.
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Method 2: Nail & Glue Directly Method 3: Glue Directly

Aside from the glue itself, you do not need to install Aside from the glue itself, you do not need to install
additional material between the Warmboard panel additional material between the Warmboard panel
and the hardwood. and the hardwood.

Installing hardwood perpendicular to the tubing

pattern is the best method as it allows you to see
the tubing and avoid damaging it. Tongue nail at a
45º angle using 2" flooring nails at 6" on center.

Occasionally, plank flooring may run the same

direction as the tubing, and nailing the plank could
cause tubing damage. Should this occur, DO NOT
nail - the glue will successfully bond the plank to
the Warmboard panel.

ONLY use approved adhesives listed in the guide

(pg. 17, 19). Failure to use approved adhesives will
void any product warranty.
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AND BAMBOO
4 Installation Methods Approved Adhesives Method 1: Floating Floor
f Method 1 f Bona R850T, R851, R859 This is a great option because the floorboards are
Floating Floor locked together at the joints of each board and not
f Bostik’s BEST, BST, Climb, EFA+, GreenForce,
nailed or adhered to the subfloor. This approach
f Method 2 HDAC, ProCure, Pro-MSP, Ultra-Set SingleStep 2,
allows the whole floor to move as a single unit if a
Nail planks directly Vapor-Lock
dimensional change within the floor takes place.
f Method 3 f Mapei Ultrabond Eco 975, 980
We highly recommend installing acoustic padding
Nail and glue planks directly
f Sikabond T-35 and T-55 between Warmboard and the planks. A good
f Method 4 option is the Roberts’ AirGuard Premium 3-in-1
Glue the planks directly (no fasteners) f Stauf Adhesives PUK-455 Wide Plank Adhesive, Underlayment with Microban (homedepot.com)
PUM-950 Power Mastic

f Titebond 771, 811, 821

f Wakol MS 230, MS 232, MS 260, MS 262, MS 290,

MS 292, MS 245/246, PU 224, PU 385

Warranty letters from these companies are available

upon request.

It is essential to lower the moisture content of

your hardwood prior to installation (pg. 16)

Warmboard’s aluminum surface acts as a vapor

barrier - no additional vapor retarder is required.
Wood flooring can be installed directly over the
Warmboard panels.
If considering bamboo, visit plyboo.com.
They offer a full warranty with Warmboard.
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Method 2: Nail Directly Method 3: Nail and Glue Directly Method 4: Glue Directly
You do not need to install additional material Aside from the glue itself, you do not need to install Aside from the glue itself, you do not need any
between the Warmboard panel and the hardwood. additional material between the Warmboard panel additional material between the Warmboard panel
and the hardwood. and the hardwood.
Installing hardwood perpendicular to the tubing
pattern is the best method as it allows you to see Installing hardwood perpendicular to the tubing
the tubing and avoid damaging it. Tongue nail at a pattern is the best method as it allows you to see
45º angle using 2" flooring nails at 6" on center. the tubing and avoid damaging it. Tongue nail at a
45º angle using 2" flooring nails at 6" on center.
Occasionally, plank flooring may need to run the
same direction as the tubing, and nailing the plank Occasionally, plank flooring may run the same
could cause tubing damage. Should this occur, direction as the tubing, and nailing the plank could
DO NOT nail - either glue with an approved adhesive cause tubing damage. Should this occur, DO NOT
or face nail the plank. While the planks can be nail - the glue will successfully bond the plank to
successfully nailed down parallel to the tubing the Warmboard panel.
pattern, this method may require extra labor.
Strategic planning with the layout can avoid face
nailing and gluing in many locations.

When installing hardwood parallel to the tubing,

rip the first plank at an appropriate width to
create a nailing pattern which will avoid the
tubing at all T&G locations.
ONLY use approved adhesives listed in the guide
(pg. 17, 19). Failure to use approved adhesives will
void any product warranty.
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Tile or stone set to Warmboard-S is subject to all of TCNA Ratings & Description Recommended Assemblies
the tile setting requirements of any ordinary unheated
f TCNA rating: Residential (homes) f Method 1 Page 22
wooden subfloor.
Tile survived 3 cycles of testing with no damage Backer board
TCNA rating: Extra Heavy
f TCNA rating: Light Commercial (offices, etc.)
Testing and Approvals Tile survived 6 cycles of testing with no damage f Method 2 Page 24
We recommend using one of eight tile assemblies Mud bed, Mapei
f TCNA rating: Moderate (hospitals, etc.) TCNA rating: Extra Heavy
when installing tile or stone over Warmboard.
Tile survived 10 cycles of testing with no damage
Three of these methods have been warrantied and
f Method 3 Page 25
approved by product manufacturers, and five have f TCNA rating: Heavy (shopping malls, etc.) Self-Leveling Underlayment, Mapei
been rigorously tested by the Tile Council of America Tile survived 12 cycles of testing with no damage TCNA rating: Extra Heavy
(TCNA). These tests provide an expert third party
endorsement for best practices when installing tile f TCNA rating: Extra Heavy (airports, etc.) f Method 4 Page 26
and stone over Warmboard radiant panels. Tile survived 14 cycles of testing with no damage Uncoupling Membrane, Blanke
TCNA rating: Light Commercial
Robinson Floor Test (ASTM C627) results are available
upon request. f Method 5 Page 27
Uncoupling Membrane, Mapei
TCNA rating: Light Commercial

f Method 6 Page 28
Uncoupling Membrane 1, Schluter
Approved: Schluter

f Method 7 Page 29
Uncoupling Membrane 2, Schluter
Approved: Schluter

f Method 8 Page 30
Ensure your chosen products and methods meet Uncoupling Mat, RedGard
the standards set by the TCNA, ANSI and ICC. Approved: Custom Building Products
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations
when using their products.
Warmboard Inc. is not an agent for manufacturers
listed herein, and gives no implied warranty for
any of these products or manufacturers on these
assemblies.
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Backer boards have a low mass and are relatively Warmboard panel
inexpensive to install. They can be 1/4" or 1/2" thick
and provide a base for tiled areas which will match up Flexbond®
Custom Building Products
well with adjacent finish flooring. There are a variety
of Cementitious Backer Units (CBUs) available. Wonderboard® Lite
Custom Building Products
f Apply thinset to the surface of Warmboard using a
square-notched trowel (this layer will function as a
Flexbond®
Custom Building Products
butter coating)
Tile or Stone Flooring
f Immediately, before the thinset dries, fasten the
Backer board using Backer board screws (pg. 23)

f Use Backer board tape on all seams then apply

the thinset

f Finish with tile or stone

A warranty letter from Custom Building Products

for this applications is available upon request.

Surface temperatures of the finish flooring should

not exceed 85˚F.
This specific assembly was TCNA tested.
Substituting comparable brands is acceptable.

Backer board MUST run perpendicular to the

Warmboard panels. Be sure to stagger the seams
and take special care when fastening to avoid
tubing damage.
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Using a clear polyethylene sheet (3- or 4-mil), take a

permanent marker to quickly create a stencil of the
tubing pattern. Now, use this stencil as a guide over
the Backer board to install the fasteners and avoid
tubing damage.

f Cut the polyethylene to the size of Backer board

(cut all 3' x 5' stencils at once to save time). DO NOT
cut directly over the Warmboard or the tubing

f Place the cut sheets over the Warmboard panel and

tape down the corners. With a permanent marker,
clearly mark the top and bottom of the stencil,
then trace the tubing pattern. Remove the stencil
and lay flat next to your work areas

f Trowel a coat of Thin-set over the Warmboard panel

and set the Backer board

f Align the stencil and tape down over the Backer

board. Pre-drill all safe fastening locations,
then remove stencil and fasten as normal

Take care to avoid tubing damage.

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A mortar bed is the traditional method of addressing Warmboard Panel

the expansion, contraction and deflection properties
4-mil Polyethylene Sheeting
of wooden subfloors while providing a thick,
continuous and stable surface for tile adhesion. Diamond Wire Mesh Lath
However, they are expensive and add significant mass
to a system. The thickness often causes the elevation
4 to 1™ Mud Bed Mix
Mapei
of tile areas to misalign with adjacent carpeted or UltraFlex™ 2
hardwood areas. Mapei

f Install a layer of 4- or 6-mil polyethylene to serve as Tile or Stone Flooring

a cleavage membrane

f Fasten down a diamond wire mesh lath over the

membrane using crown staples

f Finish with a minimum 3/4" mortar bed

(Mapei® 4-to-1 Mud Bed Mix or equal).

f After the mortar bed has cured, apply thinset

f Finish with tile or stone

TCNA testing results are available upon request.

A warranty letter from Mapei for this application is

available upon request.

Surface temperatures of the finish flooring should

not exceed 85˚F.
This specific assembly was TCNA tested.
Substituting brands is acceptable.
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UNDERLAYMENT, MAPEI
This product has a thin profile with the great strength Warmboard panel
of a mortar bed.
Diamond Wire Mesh Lath
f Clean the panels and apply “Mapei Primer T”
(per Mapei instructions) 3/8" Ultraplan Easy
Mapei
f Follow with the diamond wire mesh lath and attach
with crown staples UltraFlex™ 2
Mapei

f Mix and apply “Ultraplan Easy” at a thickness of

®

3/8" or more
Tile or Stone Flooring

f Apply thinset

f Finish with tile or stone

TCNA testing results are available upon request.

A warranty letter from Mapei for this application is

available upon request.

Surface temperatures of the finish flooring

should not exceed 85˚F.
This assembly was TCNA tested.
Substituting brands is NOT recommended.
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BLANKE
Blanke•PERMAT offers amazing crack isolation Warmboard panel
protection with superior compression and tensile
strength. The Blanke•PERMAT reinforced mesh Granirapid®
Mapei
panel adds major support to wood subfloors, greatly
reducing vertical subfloor movement (deflection). Blanke • PERMAT
Blanke

f Clean the panels UltraFlex™ 2

Mapei
f Trowel on the Mapei Granirapid thinset mortar using
a V-notched trowel Tile or Stone Flooring

f Immediately install the Permat

f The next day, follow with thinset using a square-

notched trowel

f Finish with tile or stone

TCNA testing results are availbale upon request.

A warranty letter from Blanke, Inc. for this application

is available upon request.

Surface temperatures of the finish flooring

should not exceed 85˚F.
This assembly was TCNA tested.
Substituting brands is NOT recommended.
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MAPEI
Mapeguard UM is a premium-performance, Warmboard panel
lightweight, waterproofing and vapor-pressure
equalizing membrane that provides crack suppression Granirapid®
Mapei
for ceramic tile and stone installations.
Mapeguard® UM
Mapei
f Apply the Mapei Granirapid® thinset mortar using a
v-notched trowel Kerabond/Keralastic™ System
or Ultraflex™ 3
f Install the Mapeguard UM Mapei

Tile or Stone Flooring

f Wait for the mortar below the Mapeguard UM to be
completely dry

f Trowel on the Kerabond/Keralastic System

(or Ultraflex 3)

f Immediately finish with tile or stone

TCNA testing results are available upon request.

Surface temperatures of the finish flooring

should not exceed 85˚F.
This assembly was TCNA tested.
Substituting brands is NOT recommended.
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SCHLUTER®
Schluter®-DITRA® and DITRA-XL™ uncoupling Warmboard panel
membranes are designed to help prevent cracking
in ceramic and stone tile installations. Made of Schluter FAST-SET®
waterproof polyethylene, these product installations
can be waterproofed with minimal effort. Schluter®-DITRA™ or DITRA-XL™

f Trowel a layer of Schluter FAST-SET ® directly over

the Warmboard and PEX tubing, filling all empty Schluter ALL-SET®
tubing channels with the thinset
Tile or Stone Flooring
f Before the thinset is cured, install the uncoupling
membrane

f Once the Schulter FAST-SET ® is completely dry,

trowel Schluter ALL-SET® modified thinset mortar
directly on to the membrane

f Finish with stone or tile before the Schluter ALL-SET ®

has cured

Follow all Schluter installation instructions for

these products.

An approval letter from Schluter is available

upon request.

For stone applications over DITRA, structural joist

(TJI) MUST be on 16" centers.
Surface temperatures of the finish flooring
should not exceed 85˚F.
Substituting brands is NOT recommended.
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SCHLUTER® Warmboard panel

Schluter®-Primer-U
Schluter®-DITRA® and DITRA-XL™ uncoupling
membranes are designed to help prevent cracking
Schluter ALL-SET®
in ceramic and stone tile installations. Made of
waterproof polyethylene, these product installations
can be waterproofed with minimal effort. Schluter®-DITRA™ or DITRA-XL™

f ROll a layer of Schluter® PRIMER-U directly over the Schluter ALL-SET®

Warmboard and PEX tubing

f Apply a layer of Schluter® ALl-SET®. Before the Tile or Stone Flooring

thinset is cured, install the uncoupling membrane

f Once the Schulter® ALL-SET® is completely dry,

trowel Schluter® ALL-SET® modified thinset mortar
directly on top of the uncoupling membrane

f Finish with stone or tile before the Schluter®

ALL-SET® has cured

Follow all Schluter installation instructions for

these products.

An approval letter from Schluter is available

upon request.

For stone applications over DITRA, structural joist

(TJI) MUST be on 16" centers.
Surface temperatures of the finish flooring
should not exceed 85˚F.
Substituting brands is NOT recommended.
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REDGARD
The RedGard® Uncoupling Mat is a water and vapor- Warmboard panel
proof uncoupling membrane that can be used for
crack-isolation in most tile, porcelain or natural Granirapid®
Mapei
stone installations. This product absorbs stress
and preserves the surface and integrity of the tile. RedGard® Uncoupling Mat
Custom Building Products
RedGard Uncoupling Mat’s bonding layers have
reinforced fleece which locks mortar into the mat, UltraFlex™ 2
Mapei
ensuring strong, reliable installations.

f Clean the panels Tile or Stone Flooring

f Apply the Mapei Granirapid® thinset mortar using a

v-notched trowel

f Immediately install the RedGard Uncoupling Mat

f The next day, follow with thinset using a square-

notched trowel

f Finish with tile or stone.

An approval letter from Custom Building Products is

available upon request.

Surface temperatures of the finish flooring

should not exceed 85˚F.
Substituting brands is NOT recommended.
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Carpet and padding (cushion) is a very common Recommended Padding Other Product Options
finish floor that can be installed directly over
Warmboard. We recommend a carpet assembly with Company R-value Product Product Thickness R-value
a low R-value (2.0-2.5) so the system can use the Leggett & Platt 0.80 Arcadia Slab Foam Rubber 1/4" R-0.31
same water temperatures beneath all finish flooring 1.800.866.9446 3 /8 " R-0.47
0.70 Aurora, Laguna,
types. Higher values may require creating a two lpcarpetcushion.com Coronado,
1/2" R-0.62
temperature system. Waffle Rubber 1/4" R-0.62
0.60 Solano
3/8" R-1.00
The R-values listed below are approximate based on Sponge Cushion 0.71-0.80 Luxury Step
1/2" R-1.33
carpet thickness. Check with the manufacturer to 1.800.435.4062 0.61-0.70 Full House,
Fiber/Hair/Jute 1/4" R-0.97
obtain accurate values. commercial- Tred-MOR 3700,
3 /8 " R-1.62
carpetcushion.com Opulence,
1/2" R-2.15
Carpet thickness Approximate R-value Horizon 100,
1 /8 " +/- 0.6 Cloud 9,
Luxury Walk While many brands of carpet padding are available
1/4" +/- 1.0 in the marketplace, we DO NOT recommend Prime
1/2"
0.51-0.60 Berber Supreme,
+/- 1.4 Urethane, Bonded Urethane or Sunburst products
Horizon 80, Royal
3/4" +/- 1.8 due to their high R-values.
Flex, Pinnacle
1" +/- 2.2 0.41-0.50 Luxury Walk,
Granite IV,
f Before installing the padding, fill all of the empty Tred-MOR 2568,
tubing grooves with a floor leveling compound Tred-MOR 2580
(Portland cement) to make the grooves flush and 0.31-0.40 Eclipse,
level with the panel surface. Scrap pieces of PEX is Tred-MOR 2500,
also a good solution, though they should be fastened Contract Master,
into place to prevent movement Onyx Super
0.21-0.30 Tred-MOR 1562,
f DO NOT install padding and carpet until all the loops
Onyx, Badger
have been properly pressure tested

Surface temperatures of the finish flooring should

not exceed 85˚F.
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Cork flooring naturally has a high insulation value. Standard Cork

By choosing a product that is 1/4" to 1/2" thick,
the R-value will remain low (1.5 or less) causing heat The installation of an underlayment is required
output and response times to improve. It will also over the Warmboard surface before standard
simplify your mechanical design, allowing your cork cork flooring is installed. We encourage a 3/4" thick
floor to operate at the same water temperatures as finish floor assembly, but priority should be given to
tile, hardwood or carpet. matching floor heights throughout the house. Take
care when fastening the underlayment to Warmboard
Established brands include Expanko Cork because the tubing is obscured during this step.
(expanko.com), American Cork (amcork.com), We recommend installing a 1/4" APA listed plywood
and Natural Cork (naturalcork.com). underlayment with a sanded face. For complete
installation details, refer to the “Engineered Wood
Construction Guide” at apawood.org. Complete
the installation of the cork by following all the
manufacturer guidelines and specifications.

Once the underlayment is installed, the cork is

adhered using a urethane adhesive made for cork
applications. Consider Dri Tac 7500 (dritac.com).

Cork Laminate
Cork laminate products contain an MDF layer
When using a plywood or OSB (or equivalent)
sandwiched between two layers of cork. It is not underlayment, you MUST fully acclimate the
necessary to put any barrier between the cork panels before installation. If the moisture content
flooring and the Warmboard prior to installation. of the underlayment is too high, it will shrink from
This flooring installs the same as a floating floor and the floor heating and cause an installation failure.
requires no adhesive or nailing for proper installation, DO NOT use adhesive with plywood or OSB,
providing flexibility for the homeowner if they ever only staples or screws.
decide to change the floor covering. Surface temperatures of the finish flooring
should not exceed 85˚F.
Failure to follow these guidelines will void any
product warranty.

Follow all installation instructions provided

by your finish flooring manufacturer.
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There are several different types of vinyl flooring, Suggested Underlayments

and all can be used with Warmboard.
f 1/4" or 1/2" interior plywood or OSB
Increasing in popularity is the use of Luxury Vinyl
Flooring (LVF) over Warmboard. This product f 1/4" or 1/2" tile backerboard (bathrooms, kitchens)
emulates the look of natural materials like wood or
stone, is a very durable and could be a great option We encourage a 3/4" thick finish floor assembly, but
for areas expecting a lot of wear and tear. priority should be given to matching floor heights
throughout the house.
We recommend installing a substrate underlayment
between the Warmboard and the vinyl finish floor. We recommend the Stencil Method (pg. 23) to avoid
tubing damage. For tile Backer board installation,
see page 22.

When using a plywood or OSB (or equivalent)

underlayment, you MUST fully acclimate the panels
before installation. If the moisture content of the
underlayment is too high, it will shrink from the floor
heating and cause an installation failure.
DO NOT use adhesive with plywood or OSB,
just staples or screws.
Surface temperatures of the finish flooring
should not exceed 85˚F.
Failure to follow these guidelines will void any
product warranty.

Follow all installation instructions provided

by your finish flooring manufacturer.
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Always install a substrate underlayment between the Suggested Underlayments

Warmboard and the finish linoleum.
f 1/4" or 1/2" interior plywood or OSB

f 1/4" or 1/2" tile backerboard (bathrooms, kitchens)

We encourage a 3/4" thick finish floor assembly, but

priority should be given to ensure matching floor
heights throughout the house.

We recommend the Stencil Method (pg. 23) to avoid

tubing damage. For tile Backer board installation,
see page 22.

When using a plywood or OSB (or equivalent)

underlayment, you MUST fully acclimate the panels
before installation. If the moisture content of the
underlayment is too high, it will shrink from the floor
heating and cause an installation failure.
DO NOT use adhesive with plywood or OSB,
just staples or screws.
Surface temperatures of the finish flooring
should not exceed 85˚F.
Failure to follow these guidelines will void any
product warranty.

Follow all installation instructions provided

by your finish flooring manufacturer.
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Flooring Thickness Typical R-value R-value per inch Underlayment Thickness Typical R-value R-value per inch
Softwood 3/4" 0.825 1.10 Plyboo 3/4" 0.825 1.10
Ash 3/4" 0.75 1.00 OSB 3/4" 1.05 1.40
Fir 3/4" 0.90 1.20 Engineered Wood 1/8" 0.20 1.60
Maple 3/4" 0.75 0.75 Flooring Pad
3/4" Carpet Pad/Slab 1/4" 0.32 1.28
Oak 0.638 0.85
(rubber) 33 lb. 3/8" 0.48
Pine 3/4" 0.975 1.30
1/2 " 0.64
Engineered Bamboo 3/4" 0.72 0.96
Carpet Pad/Waffle 1/4" 0.62 2.48
Engineered Wood 1/4" 0.25 1.0 (rubber) 25 lb. 1/2 " 1.24
3/8" 0.375
Hair Jute 5/16" 1.25 3.88
5/8" 0.625
1/2 " 1.94
3/4" 0.750
Prime Urethane 5/16" 1.40 4.30
Carpet 1/4" 0.70 2.80
1/2 " 2.15
3/8" 1.05
1/2 " Bonded Urethane 5/16" 1.35 4.20
1.40
5/8" 1/2 " 2.1
1.75
3/4" 2.10 Dense Rubber 5/16" 0.25 1.30
Wool Carpet 3/8" 1.575 4.20 Flooring
1/2 " 2.10 Recycled Rubber 1/2 " 1.10 2.20
Vinyl (sheet) 1/8" 0.20 1.60 Flooring
1/8" Thin-set Mortar 1/8" 0.05 1.00
Vinyl, (composite tile) 0.20 1.60
1/8" MDF/Plastic Laminate 1/2 " 0.50 1.00
Linoleum 0.20 1.60
1/4" 0.40 Laminate Floor Pad 4/25" 0.30 1.92
Cork 3/8" 1.125 3.00
Cork/MDF/Laminate 1/2 " 1.175 2.35
Brick 1 1/2" 3.375 2.25
Marble 1/2 " 0.40 0.80
Ceramic Tile 1/4" 0.25 1.00
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A list of hardwood manufacturers who endorse their Arrigoni Woods mafi

products for use with Warmboard. Other brands can arrigoniwood.com // 888.423.6668 mafi.com // 647.409.5984
also be installed.
Mill & Woods Mirage Floors
millandwoods.com // 800.283.6038 miragefloors.com // 800.463.1303

Boen Hardwood Floors Mountain Lumber

boen.com // 888.897.0800 mountainlumber.com // 800.445.2671

BR-111 Exotic Hardwood Monarch Plank Hardwood

br111.com // 800.525.2711 monarchplank.com

Carlisle Wide Plank Floors Plyboo

wideplankflooring.com // 800.595.9663 plyboo.com // 866.835.9859

Craft Artisan Hardwood Schotten & Hansen

craftfloor.com // 877.828.1888 schotten-hansen.com

Dinesen Signature Hardwoods

dinesen.com // +45.7455.2140 signaturehardwoods.com // 866.554.4252

The Heartpine Company Southern Wood Floors

heartpinecompany.com // 434.234.8199 southernwoodfloors.com // 888.488.7463

Homerwood Hardwood Vermont Plank Flooring

homerwood.com // 814.827.3855 vermontplankflooring.com // 866.804.9587

Junckers Hardwood Floors Vintage Flooring

junckershardwood.com // 800.878.9663 vintageflooring.com // 877.256.0231

Launstein Floors
launstein.com // 888.339.4639

Lauzon Hardwood Flooring

lauzonflooring.com // 800.665.6765
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0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5

3.0
85 30

3.5

4.0

80 20

75 10
REQ. BTU�H�FT2
FLOOR TEMP.

80 100 120 140 160 180

Average of Supply/Return Water Temperature at Manifold for Good Dynamic Performance

This chart assumes an ambient air temperature of 70ºF
= R-value (thermal resistance)

Steady State Performance requires 10% lower

supply temperature.
Assumes minimum R-19 insulation below the floor.
NOTICE: Customer is solely responsible for determining whether the prod-
ucts and the information contained in this installation guide are appropriate
for Customer’s use and are in compliance with applicable laws because
the applicable laws related to the installation and use of this product may
vary from one location to another and may change with time. Customer
represents and warrants that Customer is required to check current local
laws, building codes and other local requirements and that
all local requirements will be adhered to in connection with the installation
of this product.
NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN EXCEPT FOR ANY APPLICABLE
WRITTEN WARRANTIES SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED BY WARMBOARD.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUD-
ED. FAILURE TO INSTALL WARMBOARD PRODUCTS ACCORDING TO
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID ALL APPLICABLE WAR-
RANTIES. IT IS EXPRESSLY UNDERSTOOD THAT WARMBOARD IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES THAT
MAY ARISE FROM USING WARMBOARD PRODUCTS OR COMPONENTS.
Warmboard assumes no obligation or liability for the information contained
in this document. The Customer assumes all risks as to the use of this
product. Customer’s exclusive remedy or any claim (including any claim for
negligence, strict liability, or tort, without limitation) shall be limited to the
warranty coverage expressly provided in Warmboard’s warranty docu-
ments. Failure to stringently adhere to any of the recommended procedures
of this installation guide and/or any other Warmboard document related to
this product shall release Warmboard of all liability
with respect to this product or the use thereof.
For complete warranty information please call 1.800.556.0595
or visit warmboard.com
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