The Many Radiant Panels Offered By Warm Brothers Inc.

ABOUT THE MANY RADIANT PANELS OFFERED BY WARM BROTHERS INC.

The Rationale Behind a Diverse Product Line

WBI’s commitment to providing comprehensive radiant heating solutions is evident in its diverse product lineup. The company’s product range is designed to address the varying needs of different construction projects, including new builds, remodels, and retrofits. By offering multiple panel options, WBI ensures that contractors and homeowners have access to the most suitable products for their specific requirements.

The diversity in WBI’s product line allows for flexibility in design and installation. Whether dealing with insulated or uninsulated subfloors, concrete slabs, or even walls and ceilings, WBI has a panel solution tailored to each scenario. This versatility not only simplifies the selection process but also enhances the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the heating system. All products made in USA using materials produced in the USA.

Ecowarm® RadiantBoard™

Ecowarm® RadiantBoard™ is a premium radiant floor heating panel designed for over-subfloor installations. Constructed with a high-quality plywood substrate and laminated with highly conductive aluminum. Grooved channels hold ½” PEX tubing, making it ideal for luxury custom homes and high-performance buildings.

Advantages:

Superior thermal conductivity for efficient heating.
Appropriate for use with set-back thermostats.
Typically comfortable at lower set point than forced air heat.
Quick response time and reduced energy consumption.
Compatibility with almost all flooring types, including hardwood and tile.
Even quiet comfortable heat.
Enhanced durability and longevity.

Installation: Ecowarm® RadiantBoard™ is installed directly over the subfloor, with the PEX tubing laid into the panel’s grooves. The modular design simplifies the installation process, allowing for precise and consistent tubing layouts.

ThermalBoard™

ThermalBoard™ is a cost-effective, low-profile radiant floor heating panel suitable for over-subfloor installations. Made from 92% pre-consumer recycled content, it aligns with sustainable building practices. The panel’s aluminum laminate ensures efficient heat transfer, while its lightweight design facilitates easy handling and installation.

Advantages:

Environmentally friendly with high recycled content.
Meets many LEEDS requirements
Lightweight and easy to install, reducing labor costs.
Efficient heat distribution for consistent comfort.
Suitable for almost all flooring types including hardwood and tile.

Installation: ThermalBoard™ is installed directly over the subfloor, with 3/8” PEX tubing inserted into the panel’s grooves. Its low profile makes it an excellent choice for retrofit projects where maintaining floor height is crucial.

Ecowarm® RadiantBoard EPS™

Ecowarm® RadiantBoard EPS™ is an enhanced version of the standard Ecowarm® RadiantBoard™, featuring an integrated layer of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam insulation bonded to the bottom of the board. This addition improves thermal efficiency by reducing heat loss to the subfloor and enhances sound dampening properties.

Ecowarm® Radiantboard EPS™ over Concrete Slab

Ecowarm® Radiantboard EPS™ over Wood Subfloor

Advantages:

Very useful over unheated slabs to reduce downward heat loss.
May also be used over under-insulated subfloors
Integrated EPS foam insulation for improved energy efficiency.
Enhanced sound dampening properties.
Water and mold-resistant EPS foam.
Available in R-2.7 and R-5.6 values; custom R-values available.

Installation: Ecowarm® RadiantBoard EPS™ can be installed over insulated or under-insulated subfloors, concrete slabs, and even walls and ceilings. The panels are secured using adhesive and/or mechanical fasteners, and PEX tubing is laid into the grooves for optimal heat distribution. The integrated insulation layer eliminates the need for double plating, simplifying the installation process. Ecowarm® RadiantBoard EPS™

Ecowarm EPS™ over Un-Insulated Slab

ThermalBoard EPS™

ThermalBoard EPS™ combines the features of the standard ThermalBoard™ with an added layer of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam insulation. This integration enhances thermal efficiency by directing heat upward into the living space, reducing heat loss to the subfloor.

Thermalboard EPS™ over Un-Insulated Subfloor

Advantages:

Improved insulation properties for enhanced energy efficiency.
Moisture-resistant EPS foam helps in preventing mold and mildew growth.
Suitable for over-concrete slab installations, basements, and garages and work buildings .
Lightweight and easy to handle.

Installation: ThermalBoard EPS™ is installed over concrete slabs, with the EPS foam side facing down. The panel is secured using adhesive and/or mechanical fasteners, and PEX tubing is laid into the grooves for optimal heat distribution.

InsulHeat™ Underslab

InsulHeat™ is designed for under-concrete slab installations, providing both the place for radiant heating tubing and being the insulation in a single panel. The panel’s rigid construction supports the weight of the concrete while minimizing heat loss through the slab.

Insulheat™ EPS Underslab Foam

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Advantages:

Combines radiant heating and insulation in one panel.
High compressive strength supports concrete weight.
Moisture-resistant properties prevent damage over time.
Ideal for new construction projects.

Installation:
InsulHeat™ panels are placed directly on the well compacted subgrade before pouring the concrete slab. The PEX tubing is then laid into the panel’s grooves, and the slab is poured over the panels, embedding the tubing for efficient heat transfer. Placement of steel mesh is easily accommodated.

Advantages of The WBI’s Radiant Floor Heating Panel Products

WBI’s radiant floor heating panels are all designed to exemplify the WBI Value Proposition to bring to the customer the optimal mix of performance cost and environmental responsibility.
All the different panel types needed for a project can be ordered and delivered together direct from one supplier.
All the required panels can be laid out by the expert WBI design service simplifying the construction process.

Detailed layout plans

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Hoyt Corbett

Partner, Warm Brothers Inc.

Hoyt has been involved with hydronic heating since the early 1990’s and developed and sold a national brand of radiant floor heating that was acquired by Uponor. Subsequently, Hoyt was Associate Director of the Radiant Panel Association, the industry trade group.

He’s produced extensive technical writing on radiant floor heating, writing several major national hydronic vendor’s radiant heating design and installation manuals as well as founding and publishing The Radiant Flooring Guide.