STEP Warmfloor™ offers the ultimate in electric radiant floor heating. This innovative, energy-efficient, patented electro plastics element is distinctly different from hydronic (water tubing) and electric cable systems.
STEP Warmfloor™ gives a comfortable, even heat and is the only low-voltage, self-regulating system available. The product was developed in 1981 and has been used for over 30 years worldwide.
Key Benefits... - Comfort – continuous even heat distribution which minimizes drafts allowing for a lower room temperature
- Safety – low-voltage AC or DC system (24 volts) with no risk to your family
- Energy Efficient – self-regulating, therefore drawing only the required energy to maintain an ideal temperature
- Health – does not circulate dust and allergens that can cause respiratory problems
- Ease of Installation – can be installed under most floor coverings, including tile, stone, resilient, laminate, wood, and carpet
- Environmentally Friendly – made of non-hazardous material that is recyclable
- Maintenance-Free – virtually no maintenance needed for the life of your flooring
- Made in the USA – manufactured in-house, thus producing US jobs
STEP Warmfloor™ is a heating system designed to meet demands for human comfort, safety and energy efficiency. It is the most advanced in quality, usage, and durability.
STEP Warmfloor™ is SELF-REGULATING
STEP Warmfloor™ is a flexible, homogeneous, polymer heating element. The plastic is electrically conductive; because of resistance in the material, heat develops. The element is self-regulating which means that when the ambient temperature rises, the electrical resistance increases and the consumption of electricity decreases. For this reason, the element cannot overheat.
STEP Warmfloor™ is LOW-VOLTAGE
STEP Warmfloor™ operates on low-voltage and does not require a ground fault switch. It is normally connected to a 24 volt transformer, but can also be run by solar or wind-power sources. The system is maintenance free, easily zoned and energy efficient.
STEP Warmfloor™ is DURABLE
STEP Warmfloor™ is a strong, thin, plastic mat, 3/64 inch (1.2 mm) thick. It comes in a roll, in different widths, and can be cut to the desired length and field-wired on site. The formula to calculate the maximum element length per fuse (5A) in the terminal board is 24V x 5A / XX W/ft; the formula for the maximum total element length (8A) with two jumped fuses is 24V x 8A / XX W/ft.
STEP Warmfloor™ is EASY TO INSTALL
STEP Warmfloor™ can be installed in new construction and is ideal for renovation projects because of the thinness of the material. The heating elements come in a roll and are cut to size on site. The system is suitable and easy to fit in a whole house or only in areas where extra heating is required.  Installs Under Most Floor Coverings
STEP Warmfloor™ is TOTAL HEAT
STEP Warmfloor™ can be used as the primary heat source of a building. Heat requirements depend on room size and usage, insulation values, location and outside average temperature. A heat loss calculation is necessary. It is very convenient to have a heating system that can go under all types of floor coverings.
STEP Warmfloor™ is COMPLEMENTARY HEAT
STEP Warmfloor™ can be installed when additions are made to a house and the existing heating system is insufficient. Make a basement comfortable without overheating the whole house or add heat to a sunroom.
STEP Warmfloor™ is FLOOR WARMING
STEP Warmfloor™ eliminates cold floors. It is essential in a bathroom under ceramic tiles and it can be used in any room, under most finished floorings, including wood, laminate, carpet, resilient, and natural stone. The elements can also be installed between the floor joists when the existing floor covering is to be maintained.
STEP Warmfloor™ is ENERGY EFFICIENT
STEP Warmfloor™ can be placed safely closer to the floor surface than any other heating system. With less mass to heat, the system reacts fast to its regulated temperature.
The even distribution of heat eliminates drafts and gives a pleasant comfort at a lower temperature. Maintaining a continuous even temperature is more efficient than an on-and-off heating system.
The self-regulating heating elements only draw the energy required to maintain the ideal temperature. Individual zoning for each room is not only comfortable but also very cost effective.
When thinking of efficiency, you should take in consideration:
- Consumption – how much energy does the system pull compared to other heating options
- Cost – what is the cost per kWh in the area (winter rates) compared to other available energy sources. Maintenance comparison should be added to the cost
Note: For a heating system to be efficient it is very important to have sufficient thermal insulation. Heat goes to cold in all directions (360 degrees). If the area is not properly insulated, you may not attain the desired floor and ambient temperature and the system will not be energy efficient.
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