Concrete cerato and heating of the floor: advice and how to apply it?

Cerato cement is a very fashionable floor, which offers a smooth and uniform appearance, with a wide choice of colors and finishes. Heating on the floor is an invisible heating system, which spreads a soft and homogeneous heat throughout the room. These two solutions are increasingly acclaimed by individuals and professionals, who are looking for performance, aesthetic and energy performance. But is the concrete concrete compatible with the heating on the ground? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this association? How to choose the right floor heating system and how to put the concrete cerated on it? We give you all the answers in this article.

Compatibility and advantages of the cerato concrete and heating on the ground

Cerato cement is a floor coating consisting of a mixture of cement, lime, marble powder, resin and pigments, which is applied in different thin layers on an existing support. It is therefore covered by a paint or a wax, which gives it its brilliant appearance and its resistance. Cerato concrete is compatible with the heating of the floor, as it has the following properties:

• He is thermo -controllerThat is to say that it easily transmits the heat of the floor heating system on the ground surface.
• He is dilableThat is to say that it can expand or retract according to the temperature variations, without crack or deform.
• He is insulatingThat is to say that it limits heat loss and allows you to reduce the energy consumption of the ground heating system.

The Associazione di Cemento Cerato and heating on the ground has many advantages, both in terms of comfort and aesthetic:

• Thermal comfort is optimal because the heat is widespread in a homogeneous and constant way throughout the room, without creating cold or air currents.
• The inertia of the cemented cement helps to maintain the heat longer, even when the heating system on the ground is off, which contributes to the saving of energy.
• The aesthetic of the cemetery is modern and refined, with a smooth and uniform rendering, which adapts to all decoration styles. Cerato concrete can also be customized with material effects, colors or shine, depending on the desires of each.
• The absence of joints, hooves or radiators makes the soil easier to clean and maintain and avoid the proliferation of mites and bacteria.

There are many examples of successful applications for cerato concrete and heating on the ground, both in houses, apartments, offices or shops. You can take inspiration from these results to imagine your project.

Choose the right floor heating system

There are different types of heating on the ground, which can be compatible with the cemetery. These are mainly heating on the electrical soil, heating of the hydraulic floor (heating floor) and low -temperature floor heating. Each of these systems has advantages and disadvantages, which must be compared to choose the most suitable for your project.

Heating to the electric floor

Heating to the electric floor allows you to install cables or films heated under the floor covering, which are connected to a thermostat. The electric current circulates in these elements and produces heat, which is transmitted to the ground. Electric heating has the following advantages:

• It is easy to install, because it does not require significant work or a connection to a central heating network.
• It is modular, because it can be resolved independently in each room, according to the needs and preferences of each.
• It is reactive, because it quickly increases in temperature and adapts to climatic variations.

Electric heating also has disadvantages, such as:

• It is expensive for use, because it consumes a lot of electricity, which is an expensive and polluting energy.
• It is ineffective because it produces dry and unequal heat, which can be uncomfortable and dry the ambient air.
• It is sensitive to power cuts, which can cause heat loss and comfort.

Heating to the hydraulic floor (heated floor)

The heating of the hydraulic floor, also called heated floor, is the installation of pipes under the floor covering, which are connected to a boiler or a heat pump. Hot water circulates in these pipes and produces heat, which is transmitted to the ground. Heating of the hydraulic floor presents the following advantages:

• It is cheap for use, because it consumes little energy, which can be renewable (gas, wood, sun, etc.).
• It is efficient because it produces a delicate and homogeneous heat, which respects the comfort and humidity of the room.
• It is durable, because it has a long service duration and does not require any particular maintenance.

The heating of the hydraulic floor also has disadvantages, such as:

• It is difficult to install because it requires important job and a connection to a central heating network.
• It is not very flexible, because it cannot be adjusted independently in each room and depends on the water temperature supplied by the boiler or heat pump.
• It is not very reactive, because it slowly increases in temperature and maintains heat even when the system is off, which can be annoying in the event of a change of season.

Heating at the low temperature floor

The low temperature heating is a variant of hydraulic floor heating, which works with water at a temperature of less than 35 ° C. It has the same advantages of heating hydraulic soil, but is even cheaper and ecological, because it reduces heat loss and CO2 emissions. The low temperature heating has the same disadvantages of the heating of the hydraulic soil, but it is even less reactive and less modular, because it requires precise and constant regulation of the water temperature.

To choose the right floor heating system, several criteria must be taken into consideration, such as:

• The type of accommodation: house or apartment, elderly or old, isolated or not, etc.
• The budget: installation cost, cost of use, maintenance cost, etc.
• The needs: heating surface, desired temperature, frequency of use, etc.
• Preferences: thermal comfort, aesthetics, ecology, etc.

It is advisable to call a qualified professional, who will be able to direct you to the most suitable system for your project and provide you with a personalized estimate.

Ceored concrete laying on the heating of the floor

The installation of the concrete cerated on the heating on the ground requires compliance with certain key stages, to ensure an optimal and durable result. Here are the main steps to follow:

• The preparation of the support: it is necessary to make sure that the existing support (tiles, cement, etc.) is clean, dry

• The preparation of the support: it is necessary to ensure that the support before the installation of the concrete concrete is slow and solid and make a preparation of preparation.

• The installation of the underfloor heating system: it is necessary to follow the manufacturer and professional instructions, to install cables, films or underfloor heating pipes, respecting the safety standards and minimal distances between the elements. It is also necessary to connect the system to the thermostat and the electrical or hydraulic network and perform the operational tests.
• The application of the cemetery: it is necessary to choose the type, color and finishing of the cemented cement, depending on the desired rendering. It is therefore necessary to apply the concrete concored in different thin layers, respecting the drying time between each layer. It is also necessary to smooth and sprinkle the ground between each layer, to obtain a smooth and regular surface. Finally, it applies a paint and a protective wax, which will strengthen the resistance and sustainability of the concrete concrete.
• The finishes: it must be verified that the result is in line with expectations and that there are no faults or traces on the ground. The site must also be clean and evacuate the waste. Finally, you have to wait for the ground to be completely dry and hardened, before putting the floor on the ground and then install the furniture and enjoy the comfort of the cemented cement and the heating of the floor.

The cement installation on the heating of the floor requires compliance with certain points of attention and avoiding certain errors, to ensure an optimal and durable result. Here are some suggestions to follow:

• Respect the manufacturer and professional instructions, to choose the right type of concrete concrete, the heating system of the right floor and the right installation conditions.
• Respect the rules of dilation, leaving a space of a few millimeters between the ground and the wall and using fractionation joints if the surface to be covered is too large.
• Respect the heating rules, extinguishing the heating on the ground at least 48 hours before leaning cemetery and gradually rotating it after installation, increasing the temperature of 5 ° C per day, until it reaches the desired temperature.
• Respect the maintenance rules, cleaning the floor with products suitable for the cemented cement and avoiding abrasive, acid or corrosive products, which can damage the coating.

You can find video tutorials and illustrative photos on the biological site.

Maintenance and maintenance advice for cerato concrete and heating on the ground

The concrete and heating of the wax floor are durable and easy from solutions, if you respect some simple rules. Here are some tips to maintain the aesthetic and performance of your floor:

• Clean and keep the floor regularly, using a vacuum cleaner or a soft broom, to remove dust and dirt. Use a damp cloth or a MOP, with a specific cleaning product for the cemetery, to clean the floor in depth. Avoid too foamy products, which can leave traces on the ground.
• Renew the protection of the soil, applying a new layer of wax, every 6 months or every year, depending on the wear of the ground. This operation will rekindle the color and shine of the cemented cement and make it more resistant to spots and external aggressions.
• Check and regulate heating on the ground, using a thermostat, which will allow you to choose the ideal temperature for your comfort and energy consumption. Avoid exceeding 28 ° C, which is the maximum recommended temperature for the cerato concrete.
• Call a professional, in case of problem or failure of heating on the ground or in the event of degradation or cracking of the concrete cerato. It will be able to advise you and offer you adequate solutions, to repair or renew the ground.

In summary

The concrete concrete and the heating on the ground are two solutions that are completed perfectly, to offer you an optimal thermal comfort, a modern and refined aesthetic and optimal energy performance. The cerato concrete is compatible with the heating of the floor, provided that the rules of installation, maintenance and protection are observed. You can choose the underfloor heating system that best suits you, depending on the budget, your needs and your preferences. You can also customize the cemetery, with the color and finish of your choice.

If you want to know more about the cemetery and on the heating of the floor or if you have a renovation or construction project, do not hesitate to contact a qualified professional, who can support and advise you. You can also consult our other articles on the biologment.fr website, which offer you advice and suggestions to improve your habitat, in an ecological and economic way.

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