WITH the recent spate of economic gloom hovering over homeowners, the rate of property sales has dropped significantly affecting related businesses
The tile industry, based on a product often view as a luxury, might seem at first glance about to take a hard hit. It is important however, to realise that the movement has not stalled, but simply taken a different direction. In the face of the current situation, many ae choosing to improve their living conditions by renovating rather than moving home. Instead of making cheap nad quick updates for a fast sale - as was the previous trend - homeowners are now looking to invest in a quality refurbishment that will add genuine value to their properties. This is in fact an excellent window of opportunity for the tile industry since tiles, traditionally perceived as upmarket and durable, tick all the boxes. The one drawback of tiles though - especially tiled floors - is how chilly they can get in winter, a cause for concern for many ...

 

 

Warmup® Underfloor Heating was snapped up for 300 bathrooms in Gibraltar’s largest development.

The developer approached Warmup after a trade show in the UK and proceeded with an order for Warmup® Undertile Heating Mats with accompanying heating controls, the TSTAT thermostats.

At least two more towers are waiting in the pipelines to be installed with yet more Warmup® systems before the year is up.

When completed, Ocean Village will be the biggest residential and leisure centre in Gibraltar. It will boast exclusive waterside living and premium commercial and recreational facilities. 

 

 

Corvo Island, at the size of just 17.45km², is one of the world’s smallest, with only about 300 inhabitants.  Formed by the collapse of a volcano which created a caldeira, the Portuguese island is constantly shrouded by a mist, giving rise to a humidity that caused moulding and related problems to occur in properties.

When a middle aged couple there decided to build their dream house using their life savings, they were advised by some American and German entrepreneurs involved in wind turbines to install Warmup® Underfloor Heating for increased comfort and to resolve the humidity issue.

The cautious pair sought additional opinions and it was only after further research that they ventured out of the island for the first time ever, to visit a retailer in San Miguel whom they’d located online.  A close examination of the product later and impressed by plenty of excellent feedback, they took the plunge.

They chose Warmup® Underfloor Heating Mats for rapid installation ...

Electric underfloor heating systems these days are technologically advanced and usually designed to be easy handling.  Yet often, the heaters end up incorrectly fitted or worse, damaged.  In addition to the hassle of repair, there is also the financial brunt to bear.  Understandably, some installers and even retailers are put off the idea but in the face of a growing underfloor heating market, it is a pity.  Indeed, installation doesn’t have to be stressful and accidents do not have to slide your profits into losses.  The following are some ways to get around these concerns.
 

Prevention is better than cure.  With installation, following the instructions carefully can eliminate most after-sales problems.  Although systems in the market might seem similar and you already have relevant prior experience, always read through the manual thoroughly to preempt avoidable mistakes.  Planning your installation ahead will allow for a clearer ...

With its fine offerings of golf galore and yachting facilities all under glorious sunshine, Sotogrande in Cadiz makes an ideal playground for the affluent. Adding to the skyline of this Spanish paradise, B. Solis Constructora has launched a residential project which will see the creation of 196 apartments fitted with luxurious finishes including Warmup® underfloor heating in all 444 bathrooms.

 

All the bathrooms in this prestigious new harbourfront development will have Warmup® mats installed under the tiled floors and operated by the Warmup® MStat, a user friendly thermostatic heating control. To optimise heating efficiency, the mats will be laid onto Warmup® Insulation Boards to reflect heat back up through the tiles, minimising unnecessary heat loss. When the cold does eventually set in during winter, the homeowners can still be pampered with warm floors underfoot, a benefit that ups the wow factor of each apartment, rendering it a powerfully persuasive selling ...

Now you can step out from the hottest of baths and check your reflection out right away with the latest offering from award-winning Warmup.

The all-new Warmup® Mirror Demisters are a technologically advanced, permanent, safe and simple solution for steamed up mirrors – ideal in the bathroom!

Installation cannot be simpler – Just stick the flat self-adhesive film directly onto the back of the mirror and voila, it’s done.

This device also connects to existing room light circuit for automatic operation when light is switched on.  Nifty!

Suitable with most types of mirrors, existing or newly installed, the demister can also be used in combination for larger areas.

The Warmup® Mirror Demisters feature resistance to moisture, vibration, shock, dust and ageing and come with a one-year warranty. 

 

“Thank you all for a brilliant UFH system and such an efficient service.  My husband first installed the Warmup UFH in the kitchen, he was surprised how quick and easy it was to install, so much so, when we made plans to do the conservatory, he suggested I had a go myself.  I have never had that much confidence to undertake some DIY jobs, but there I was laying our UFH.  It was actually surprisingly simple and I was amazed that I could do it.  I may well have turned into a DIY bore as everyone gets to hear about it when they visit, I am so proud.  The kids love it they actually take their slippers off before they walk over it so they can feel the warmth and the cat thinks he has won the lottery lying on the heated floor!  Next year we will do the bathrooms too!”

G Wood Worcestershire

Thank you too Mrs Wood, for the fantastic feedback and continued support.  May you enjoy many more years of comfort with Warmup!

 

Now you can warm your laminate floor without worrying about warping or incompatibility with underfloor heaters.
In a continuous effort to offer simple and affordable floor heating solutions, Warmup has now expanded their range to include a carbon-panel radiant heating system for floating floors.
 

Using state–of-the-art technology, the new Warmup® Carbon Heaters are perfect for heating laminate, wood, carpeted and even certain vinyl floors in dry areas such as lounges or bedrooms.
With this self-regulating system, the warmer the element gets, the lower the energy draw.  So not only does it not warp or overheat, it is brilliantly energy-efficient.
 

Typical of Warmup® products, the carbon heater is so flat that it will not affect floor levels at all and installation is as simple as rolling the heater out.
The carbon heater is available in two widths of 300mm and 900mm which are easily combined for maximum ...

Improve installation in wet rooms with our new Warmup® Earthed Ribbon Underlaminate Heater!

Our latest version of the Warmup® Ribbon Heaters comes with a built-in Earth Screen, making installations in wet areas both quicker and safer than ever.� No need to install additional grounding nets or self-levelling compound - simply roll the heater out!

At barely 2mm, the ultra-thin heating ribbon won’t raise floor levels. It is available in 2 widths of 0.5m and 1m, making it easy to combine heaters for maximum coverage.

The Warmup® Earthed Ribbon Underlaminate Heater is compatible with floor finishes such as laminate, engineered wood, vinyl and carpet.

Customers enjoy a 15-year warranty and access to our 24/7/365 technical helpline.

These heating mats will heat up more quickly than the 150w mats and are suitable in rooms with a high heat loss such as extensions and conservatories or in rooms where the sub-floor insulation might not meet the latest building regulations.

The temperature of the floor is regulated by the Warmup XSTAT thermostat. The Warmup 200w heating mats are suitable for floor finishes such as ceramic tiles, stone and slate.

 

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