Both electric and hydronic heating systems can be utilized with engineered wood curved flooring. Due to potential moisture concerns of hydronic systems, it’s important that a few factors be considered to ensure the best outcome possible.

  • Floor temperature: The maximum temperature for the subfloor surface is 30ºC (85ºF). In addition, the boiler temperature should never exceed 43ºC (110ºF).
  • Subfloor specification: Both plywood and concrete are appropriate subfloors, as well as a combination of both.
  • Heating tube installation: After tubes are placed and the self-leveling concrete has cured, the system should be tested prior to installing the hardwood.
  • Climate controls: Complete periodic checks on the temperatures (listed above) and to ensure the humidity levels stay between 30% and 50% to avoid splitting or gaps in your hardwood.

Keep in mind that engineered wood floors act as an insulator, therefore for heated floors we produce a special thickness of 13,5 mm flooring, so the heat produced by the floor would have a more substantial effect on ambient air temperatures.