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THE IDEAL UNDERLAYMENT FOR ELECTRIC OR THERMA-FLOOR HOT WATER RADIANT FLOOR HEATING SYSTEMS INSTALLATION from Maxxon,® The Floor Specialists.

*Drying Conditions HOW TO DELIVER Preparation Maxxon Underlayments are inorganic and provide no source of Building interior should be enclosed and maintained at a temperature nutrients to sustain mold growth. Prolonged contact of moisture with other construction materials, however, can result in mold above 50 ˚F (10 ˚C) until structure and subfloor temperatures are growth. To avoid growth of mold on construction materials stabilized. Preferred wood-frame construction is tongue-and-groove such as wallboard, drywall compound and even dust, it is vital to maintain a low relative humidity both before and after THE HEAT veneer or nonveneer subfloors. The subfloor must be broom clean placement of Maxxon Underlayments. and contaminant free. Before pouring Therma-Floor®, the subfloor is The general contractor must provide and maintain correct environmental conditions to keep the building clean and dry, coated with a company approved primer. and protect against infestation of moisture from a variety of potential sources. Moisture can be introduced by other trades Installation Methods through spillage, tracked in mud and rain, plumbing leaks, etc. The thickness of Therma-Floor varies with the type of radiant floor Often stored in damp conditions, building products may arrive on site laden with moisture that releases after installation. heating system. Therma-Floor is poured to a depth that is 3/4" (19 Outside sources such as rain, snow, wind, etc. can also increase mm) above the tops of the tubes or cables, in one or two lifts at the moisture levels. Controlling moisture levels in the building, through appropriate discretion of the installer. trade sequencing and prevention of potential damage by other trades, is the responsibility of the general contractor. Continuous ventilation and adequate heat should be provided to The general contractor must supply mechanical ventilation and You Haven’t Delivered heat if necessary. These controls fall under the scope of work rapidly remove moisture from the area until the underlayment is dry. of the general contractor — not Maxxon Corporation or the the Heat Until The general contractor must supply mechanical ventilation and heat, Maxxon Underlayment installer. For complete drying conditions You’ve Delivered and considerations, contact Maxxon to request the Building ® if necessary.* Under the above conditions, drying time of 10 to 14 Conditions Guide. the Therma‑Floor days is usually adequate. Testing Compressive strength testing must be performed in accordance Congratulations on choosing radiant For a complimentary copy of the brochure, Procedures for Attaching with modified ASTM C472. Before independent sampling, floor heat — and welcome to our Finished Floor Goods, contact Maxxon Corporation. It is the contact the Maxxon Corporation quality control department to ensure that proper procedures are followed. responsibility of the floor goods installer to determine the compatibility guide on How to Deliver the Heat. Warranty of their product with a particular floor underlayment. Maxxon Corporation warrants Therma-Floor to be free In the pages that follow, you’ll learn from manufacturing defects as defined in this warranty. Code Listings Manufacturing defects are considered to be those defects that how Therma‑Floor makes your occur due to the quality of the Therma-Floor ingredients or from radiant floor a truly complete radiant On the Pristine Shores of Lake Michigan International Code Council ICC ESR #2540 (Meeting 1 Hour Fire and the manufacturing process itself. This warranty does not include 50 STC/IIC Sound Code over a variety of assemblies). ESR #1153, labor costs and other costs or expenses associated with the heating system — and gives you the removal or installation of Therma-Floor. in Wisconsin’s popular Door County, ESR #1141, ESR #1774, HUD951; Contact Maxxon Corporation for Because Maxxon Corporation does not perform the actual greatest return on your investment. major city approvals. GREENGUARD Certified and GREENGUARD Therma-Floor installation, it cannot be held responsible for the results of the application. Maxxon Corporation specifically Therma‑Floor Delivers the Heat. Gold Certified. disclaims problems that occur due to weather conditions, structural movement, structural design flaws and application Product Support techniques. Additional product literature and information are available This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or A Guide to Maximizing Radiant Floor heating implied including the warranty of merchantability and fitness ® upon request. CSI formatted specifications are available at of a particular purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities comfort and efficiency with therma-floor www.Maxxon.com. on Maxxon Corporation’s part. Maxxon Corporation neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for Maxxon Corporation any liability in connection with the sale and installation of Therma-Floor. Bjorklunden Lodge Bailey’s Harbor, Wisconsin

This lake‑front retreat center serves as an ideal setting for reflection and relaxation, offering spectacular views of Lake Michigan all year long. In the deep of winter as well as in the cooler spring and fall, Therma‑Floor keeps these beautiful wood and slate floors as warm to the touch as they are to the eye, even with an entire wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. And talk about total heating For more info: 800-356-7887 • Email: [email protected] Scope of Project: comfort — as anyone who’s been a guest there knows www.Maxxon.com 16,846 square feet Another superior product from: MADE IN THE USA Underwriters THERMA-FLOOR firsthand, there isn’t a single cold spot to be found. ® of Therma-Floor Maxxon Corporation • 920 Hamel Road • P.O. Box 253 Laboratories Inc.® Always a "Green" Building Material (1,567 square meters) Hamel, MN 55340 USA • 763-478-9600 • Fax: 763-478-2431 Listed

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©1996–2013 Maxxon Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Therma-floor and associated logos are registered trademarks of Maxxon Corporation, Hamel, MN, USA. Printed in the USA. #60020, TA505-7120, 2/14. Thermal Mass Thanks to Therma‑Floor, In All Kinds What You Need to Know Technical Data Underfloor Compressive Strength ��Up to 3,000 PSI (20.7 MPa) White Lace Inn Even the Floors Help Guests Before You Buy. Installations ASTM C472 1 Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Weight ��At 1 ⁄4", less than 12 lbs/sq ft of Homes, 2 Relax at this Luxurious Bed The thermal mass is a critical part of any radiant floor heating system. It’s Can’t Compete. (At 32 mm, less than 58.7 kg/m ) This cozy bed and breakfast hideaway offers the ultimate the material that transfers heat from the hydronic tube or electric cable to Point Loading �� Typical loading of up 2,500 lbs on a 1" the living space. Some contractors use look‑alike substitutes, even ordinary (1,134 kg on a 25 mm) diameter disc All Types 5,000 square feet of Therma-Floor in creature comforts in an atmosphere of refined Denver, CO (465 square meters) 3 3 and Breakfast Inn. Victorian elegance. Amidst concrete, which may shrink, crack and break contact with the tubes. Dry Density �� 115 lbs/ft (1,840 kg/m ) Scope of Project: Thermal Resistance �� R-0.208 at 1" Thickness all the luxurious amenities, 2,914 square feet Others ignore the need for a thermal mass entirely by installing tubing of Climates, 2 Coefficient of Conductivity (K) �� 4.96 Btu•in/(h•ft • °F) Therma‑Floor works its invisible of Therma-Floor underneath the subfloor. That’s a little like putting an electric blanket (.7142 W/[m• °C]) magic to keep the coziness factor (271 square meters) underneath the mattress, as it drastically reduces the system’s efficiency. All Across high in every room. Though Since plywood is nearly four times more insulative than Therma‑Floor, Specific Heat ��0.224 Btu/(lb•°F) at 85 °F “under-floor” tube installations consume more energy but produce less heat. (.9385 kJ[kg• °C] at 29.44 °C) Therma‑Floor can’t take all the ® Under‑floor systems are also expensive to install, more difficult to control, Underfloor tube installation Acoustical Performance ��Similar to Gyp-Crete Floor credit, it just might be part of the Underlayment, contact Maxxon Corporation for reports North America — and can be noisy. The leading truss manufacturer reports that heating wood joists To heat the room on the other side of the subfloor, reason so many White underfloor tube installations require extremely high water Fire Ratings ��Contact Maxxon Corporation for above 150 ˚F for prolonged periods of time (as in typical underfloor heating temperatures — and high energy consumption. ® Lace Inn guests return UL fire ratings or visit www.maxxon.com/fd systems) causes permanent loss of strength—up to 30%. Therma‑Floor does its again and again. Like Fire Performance ASTM E-84 Therma-Floor work above the subfloor, for superior efficiency and consistent comfort. 4,000 square feet of Therma-Floor Fuel Contribution ��0 Atlanta, GA (372 square meters) everything at the White Smoke Density ��0 Delivers the Heat. Lace Inn, nothing Flame Spread ��0 but the best — and VOC Emissions �� GREENGUARD Certified warmest — will do. Therma‑Floor: and GREENGUARD Gold Certified The Inside Story NOTES to Builder/architect Tube installation in Therma-Floor 1. Therma-Floor is to be poured to a depth that is 3/4” Phase 1: In a stark contrast of efficiency, Therma‑Floor uses lower (19 mm) above the tops of the tubes or cables. water temperatures — yet still delivers more heat to the room! Subfloor Preparation 2. Therma-Floor can be poured before or after drywall is installed. With hydronic tubes or electric cables secured according to the manufacturer’s instructions, the floor is ready for Therma‑Floor 3. All materials above crawl spaces must be protected by a 7,500 square feet of Therma-Floor vapor barrier, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP. Omaha, NE (698 square meters) application. In this example, you’re looking at hydronic tubes. 1 4. During construction, place temporary wood planking over the underlayment wherever it will be subjected to heavy wheeled or concentrated loads. Phase 2: 5. Therma-Floor is not designed to be installed on or below Therma‑Floor— grade, except over well-drained structural substrates. Therma‑Floor Installation 6. Therma-Floor cannot resist stresses caused by structural Clean and efficient. That’s the best way to describe a Therma‑Floor movement. The Ultimate Radiator. application. Mixed outside using a special mixing/pumping machine, 7. The structural subfloor and floor joist must both comply with the Therma‑Floor is pumped into place through a hose and floated with manufactures’ maximum span criteria. Typically a deflection 1 1 Poured 1 ⁄4” to 1 ⁄2” (32 mm to 38 mm) thick over any brand of hydronic a screed to a smooth finish. A typical 2,400 square foot home can be limitation of L/360 is adequate for Therma-Floor. Some floor coverings may require a stiffer floor system. Therma-Floor is tube or electric heating cable, Therma‑Floor delivers the ultimate poured in just two hours. Best of all, Therma‑Floor dries hard and fast enough to accommodate foot traffic in as little as 90 minutes! By the 2a non-structural and therefore cannot be expected to reinforce in heat conduction — throughout an entire home or just one structurally deficient subfloors. Necessary allowances should next day, other light subtrades can go about their work. be made for expected live, concentrated, impact, and/or room at a time. Encasing the heating elements and weighing dead loads including the weight of finished floor goods and Continuous ventilation and adequate heat must be provided to setting beds. rapidly remove moisture from the area until the underlayment is dry. the same as a typical tile bed, Therma‑Floor provides: 8. Therma-Floor should not be used for exterior application, or The general contractor or builder must supply mechanical ventilation where it will come in prolonged contact with water. and72 heat if necessary. Low temperatures and high humidity will • Enhanced heating responsiveness thanks to its thin thermal mass 9. Therma-Floor should not be applied directly to a plastic vapor lengthen drying time. barrier. • A safer home due to its UL listed fire resistance 10. Maxxon Underlayments are “breathable” and not a vapor barrier. The general contractor, architect, specifier, or • Superior crack resistance to withstand temperature fluctuation Phase 3: building owner shall test slabs-on-ground or elevated slabs • A smooth, tough surface for easy installation of any floor covering for MVER (ASTM F1869-09) or RH (ASTM F2170). If the MVER Floor Covering Application 2b or RH of the concrete substrate exceeds the floor covering • Smooth transitions between floor coverings of differing heights marble, ceramic tile, wood or carpet. Any floor covering goes manufacturer’s respective requirements for the finished down quickly and easily on Therma‑Floor’s tough, smooth surface. flooring system, the concrete must be treated with a damp • Muffles sound because of its high density proof membrane, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP, Your Therma-Floor applicator before installation of a Maxxon Underlayment. • A stiffer floor that reduces floor bounce can create smooth transitions between floor coverings of varying fire ratings heights, for a truly “toe-friendly” G516 J917 L206 L508 L522 L536 L552 L576 M502 G524 J919 L208 L509 L523 L537 L556 L577 M503 floor plan. And with Therma‑Floor G551 J920 L209 L510 L524 L538 L557 L579 M504 underneath, your finished floor G553 J924 L210 L511 L525 L539 L558 L581 M505 Therma‑Floor Installation G560 J927 L211 L512 L526 L540 L560 L583 M508 with Wood Sleeper System coverings become all the more G561 J931 L212 L513 L527 L541 L562 L585 M510 G563 J957 L501 L514 L528 L542 L563 L588 M511 Other wood floor installation procedures are luxurious, comfortably warm to detailed in the Maxxon brochure, Procedures the touch wherever you step. G566 J958 L502 L515 L529 L543 L564 L589 M513 for Attaching Finished Floor Goods G569 J991 L503 L516 L530 L545 L565 L590 M514 G571 J994 L504 L517 L532 L546 L569 L592 M515 Call or write for a complimentary copy. G574 L006 L505 L518 L533 L547 L570 L593 G576 L201 L506 L519 L534 L549 L573 L599 G587 L202 L507 L520 L535 L551 L574 M500 Thermal Mass Thanks to Therma‑Floor, In All Kinds What You Need to Know Technical Data Underfloor Compressive Strength ��Up to 3,000 PSI (20.7 MPa) White Lace Inn Even the Floors Help Guests Before You Buy. Installations ASTM C472 1 Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Weight ��At 1 ⁄4", less than 12 lbs/sq ft of Homes, 2 Relax at this Luxurious Bed The thermal mass is a critical part of any radiant floor heating system. It’s Can’t Compete. (At 32 mm, less than 58.7 kg/m ) This cozy bed and breakfast hideaway offers the ultimate the material that transfers heat from the hydronic tube or electric cable to Point Loading �� Typical loading of up 2,500 lbs on a 1" the living space. Some contractors use look‑alike substitutes, even ordinary (1,134 kg on a 25 mm) diameter disc All Types 5,000 square feet of Therma-Floor in creature comforts in an atmosphere of refined Denver, CO (465 square meters) 3 3 and Breakfast Inn. Victorian elegance. Amidst concrete, which may shrink, crack and break contact with the tubes. Dry Density �� 115 lbs/ft (1,840 kg/m ) Scope of Project: Thermal Resistance �� R-0.208 at 1" Thickness all the luxurious amenities, 2,914 square feet Others ignore the need for a thermal mass entirely by installing tubing of Climates, 2 Coefficient of Conductivity (K) �� 4.96 Btu•in/(h•ft • °F) Therma‑Floor works its invisible of Therma-Floor underneath the subfloor. That’s a little like putting an electric blanket (.7142 W/[m• °C]) magic to keep the coziness factor (271 square meters) underneath the mattress, as it drastically reduces the system’s efficiency. All Across high in every room. Though Since plywood is nearly four times more insulative than Therma‑Floor, Specific Heat ��0.224 Btu/(lb•°F) at 85 °F “under-floor” tube installations consume more energy but produce less heat. (.9385 kJ[kg• °C] at 29.44 °C) Therma‑Floor can’t take all the ® Under‑floor systems are also expensive to install, more difficult to control, Underfloor tube installation Acoustical Performance ��Similar to Gyp-Crete Floor credit, it just might be part of the Underlayment, contact Maxxon Corporation for reports North America — and can be noisy. The leading truss manufacturer reports that heating wood joists To heat the room on the other side of the subfloor, reason so many White underfloor tube installations require extremely high water Fire Ratings ��Contact Maxxon Corporation for above 150 ˚F for prolonged periods of time (as in typical underfloor heating temperatures — and high energy consumption. ® Lace Inn guests return UL fire ratings or visit www.maxxon.com/fd systems) causes permanent loss of strength—up to 30%. Therma‑Floor does its again and again. Like Fire Performance ASTM E-84 Therma-Floor work above the subfloor, for superior efficiency and consistent comfort. 4,000 square feet of Therma-Floor Fuel Contribution ��0 Atlanta, GA (372 square meters) everything at the White Smoke Density ��0 Delivers the Heat. Lace Inn, nothing Flame Spread ��0 but the best — and VOC Emissions �� GREENGUARD Certified warmest — will do. Therma‑Floor: and GREENGUARD Gold Certified The Inside Story NOTES to Builder/architect Tube installation in Therma-Floor 1. Therma-Floor is to be poured to a depth that is 3/4” Phase 1: In a stark contrast of efficiency, Therma‑Floor uses lower (19 mm) above the tops of the tubes or cables. water temperatures — yet still delivers more heat to the room! Subfloor Preparation 2. Therma-Floor can be poured before or after drywall is installed. With hydronic tubes or electric cables secured according to the manufacturer’s instructions, the floor is ready for Therma‑Floor 3. All materials above crawl spaces must be protected by a 7,500 square feet of Therma-Floor vapor barrier, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP. Omaha, NE (698 square meters) application. In this example, you’re looking at hydronic tubes. 1 4. During construction, place temporary wood planking over the underlayment wherever it will be subjected to heavy wheeled or concentrated loads. Phase 2: 5. Therma-Floor is not designed to be installed on or below Therma‑Floor— grade, except over well-drained structural substrates. Therma‑Floor Installation 6. Therma-Floor cannot resist stresses caused by structural Clean and efficient. That’s the best way to describe a Therma‑Floor movement. The Ultimate Radiator. application. Mixed outside using a special mixing/pumping machine, 7. The structural subfloor and floor joist must both comply with the Therma‑Floor is pumped into place through a hose and floated with manufactures’ maximum span criteria. Typically a deflection 1 1 Poured 1 ⁄4” to 1 ⁄2” (32 mm to 38 mm) thick over any brand of hydronic a screed to a smooth finish. A typical 2,400 square foot home can be limitation of L/360 is adequate for Therma-Floor. Some floor coverings may require a stiffer floor system. Therma-Floor is tube or electric heating cable, Therma‑Floor delivers the ultimate poured in just two hours. Best of all, Therma‑Floor dries hard and fast enough to accommodate foot traffic in as little as 90 minutes! By the 2a non-structural and therefore cannot be expected to reinforce in heat conduction — throughout an entire home or just one structurally deficient subfloors. Necessary allowances should next day, other light subtrades can go about their work. be made for expected live, concentrated, impact, and/or room at a time. Encasing the heating elements and weighing dead loads including the weight of finished floor goods and Continuous ventilation and adequate heat must be provided to setting beds. rapidly remove moisture from the area until the underlayment is dry. the same as a typical tile bed, Therma‑Floor provides: 8. Therma-Floor should not be used for exterior application, or The general contractor or builder must supply mechanical ventilation where it will come in prolonged contact with water. and72 heat if necessary. Low temperatures and high humidity will • Enhanced heating responsiveness thanks to its thin thermal mass 9. Therma-Floor should not be applied directly to a plastic vapor lengthen drying time. barrier. • A safer home due to its UL listed fire resistance 10. Maxxon Underlayments are “breathable” and not a vapor barrier. The general contractor, architect, specifier, or • Superior crack resistance to withstand temperature fluctuation Phase 3: building owner shall test slabs-on-ground or elevated slabs • A smooth, tough surface for easy installation of any floor covering for MVER (ASTM F1869-09) or RH (ASTM F2170). If the MVER Floor Covering Application 2b or RH of the concrete substrate exceeds the floor covering • Smooth transitions between floor coverings of differing heights marble, ceramic tile, wood or carpet. Any floor covering goes manufacturer’s respective requirements for the finished down quickly and easily on Therma‑Floor’s tough, smooth surface. flooring system, the concrete must be treated with a damp • Muffles sound because of its high density proof membrane, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP, Your Therma-Floor applicator before installation of a Maxxon Underlayment. • A stiffer floor that reduces floor bounce can create smooth transitions between floor coverings of varying fire ratings heights, for a truly “toe-friendly” G516 J917 L206 L508 L522 L536 L552 L576 M502 G524 J919 L208 L509 L523 L537 L556 L577 M503 floor plan. And with Therma‑Floor G551 J920 L209 L510 L524 L538 L557 L579 M504 underneath, your finished floor G553 J924 L210 L511 L525 L539 L558 L581 M505 Therma‑Floor Installation G560 J927 L211 L512 L526 L540 L560 L583 M508 with Wood Sleeper System coverings become all the more G561 J931 L212 L513 L527 L541 L562 L585 M510 G563 J957 L501 L514 L528 L542 L563 L588 M511 Other wood floor installation procedures are luxurious, comfortably warm to detailed in the Maxxon brochure, Procedures the touch wherever you step. G566 J958 L502 L515 L529 L543 L564 L589 M513 for Attaching Finished Floor Goods G569 J991 L503 L516 L530 L545 L565 L590 M514 G571 J994 L504 L517 L532 L546 L569 L592 M515 Call or write for a complimentary copy. G574 L006 L505 L518 L533 L547 L570 L593 G576 L201 L506 L519 L534 L549 L573 L599 G587 L202 L507 L520 L535 L551 L574 M500 Thermal Mass Thanks to Therma‑Floor, In All Kinds What You Need to Know Technical Data Underfloor Compressive Strength ��Up to 3,000 PSI (20.7 MPa) White Lace Inn Even the Floors Help Guests Before You Buy. Installations ASTM C472 1 Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Weight ��At 1 ⁄4", less than 12 lbs/sq ft of Homes, 2 Relax at this Luxurious Bed The thermal mass is a critical part of any radiant floor heating system. It’s Can’t Compete. (At 32 mm, less than 58.7 kg/m ) This cozy bed and breakfast hideaway offers the ultimate the material that transfers heat from the hydronic tube or electric cable to Point Loading �� Typical loading of up 2,500 lbs on a 1" the living space. Some contractors use look‑alike substitutes, even ordinary (1,134 kg on a 25 mm) diameter disc All Types 5,000 square feet of Therma-Floor in creature comforts in an atmosphere of refined Denver, CO (465 square meters) 3 3 and Breakfast Inn. Victorian elegance. Amidst concrete, which may shrink, crack and break contact with the tubes. Dry Density �� 115 lbs/ft (1,840 kg/m ) Scope of Project: Thermal Resistance �� R-0.208 at 1" Thickness all the luxurious amenities, 2,914 square feet Others ignore the need for a thermal mass entirely by installing tubing of Climates, 2 Coefficient of Conductivity (K) �� 4.96 Btu•in/(h•ft • °F) Therma‑Floor works its invisible of Therma-Floor underneath the subfloor. That’s a little like putting an electric blanket (.7142 W/[m• °C]) magic to keep the coziness factor (271 square meters) underneath the mattress, as it drastically reduces the system’s efficiency. All Across high in every room. Though Since plywood is nearly four times more insulative than Therma‑Floor, Specific Heat ��0.224 Btu/(lb•°F) at 85 °F “under-floor” tube installations consume more energy but produce less heat. (.9385 kJ[kg• °C] at 29.44 °C) Therma‑Floor can’t take all the ® Under‑floor systems are also expensive to install, more difficult to control, Underfloor tube installation Acoustical Performance ��Similar to Gyp-Crete Floor credit, it just might be part of the Underlayment, contact Maxxon Corporation for reports North America — and can be noisy. The leading truss manufacturer reports that heating wood joists To heat the room on the other side of the subfloor, reason so many White underfloor tube installations require extremely high water Fire Ratings ��Contact Maxxon Corporation for above 150 ˚F for prolonged periods of time (as in typical underfloor heating temperatures — and high energy consumption. ® Lace Inn guests return UL fire ratings or visit www.maxxon.com/fd systems) causes permanent loss of strength—up to 30%. Therma‑Floor does its again and again. Like Fire Performance ASTM E-84 Therma-Floor work above the subfloor, for superior efficiency and consistent comfort. 4,000 square feet of Therma-Floor Fuel Contribution ��0 Atlanta, GA (372 square meters) everything at the White Smoke Density ��0 Delivers the Heat. Lace Inn, nothing Flame Spread ��0 but the best — and VOC Emissions �� GREENGUARD Certified warmest — will do. Therma‑Floor: and GREENGUARD Gold Certified The Inside Story NOTES to Builder/architect Tube installation in Therma-Floor 1. Therma-Floor is to be poured to a depth that is 3/4” Phase 1: In a stark contrast of efficiency, Therma‑Floor uses lower (19 mm) above the tops of the tubes or cables. water temperatures — yet still delivers more heat to the room! Subfloor Preparation 2. Therma-Floor can be poured before or after drywall is installed. With hydronic tubes or electric cables secured according to the manufacturer’s instructions, the floor is ready for Therma‑Floor 3. All materials above crawl spaces must be protected by a 7,500 square feet of Therma-Floor vapor barrier, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP. Omaha, NE (698 square meters) application. In this example, you’re looking at hydronic tubes. 1 4. During construction, place temporary wood planking over the underlayment wherever it will be subjected to heavy wheeled or concentrated loads. Phase 2: 5. Therma-Floor is not designed to be installed on or below Therma‑Floor— grade, except over well-drained structural substrates. Therma‑Floor Installation 6. Therma-Floor cannot resist stresses caused by structural Clean and efficient. That’s the best way to describe a Therma‑Floor movement. The Ultimate Radiator. application. Mixed outside using a special mixing/pumping machine, 7. The structural subfloor and floor joist must both comply with the Therma‑Floor is pumped into place through a hose and floated with manufactures’ maximum span criteria. Typically a deflection 1 1 Poured 1 ⁄4” to 1 ⁄2” (32 mm to 38 mm) thick over any brand of hydronic a screed to a smooth finish. A typical 2,400 square foot home can be limitation of L/360 is adequate for Therma-Floor. Some floor coverings may require a stiffer floor system. Therma-Floor is tube or electric heating cable, Therma‑Floor delivers the ultimate poured in just two hours. Best of all, Therma‑Floor dries hard and fast enough to accommodate foot traffic in as little as 90 minutes! By the 2a non-structural and therefore cannot be expected to reinforce in heat conduction — throughout an entire home or just one structurally deficient subfloors. Necessary allowances should next day, other light subtrades can go about their work. be made for expected live, concentrated, impact, and/or room at a time. Encasing the heating elements and weighing dead loads including the weight of finished floor goods and Continuous ventilation and adequate heat must be provided to setting beds. rapidly remove moisture from the area until the underlayment is dry. the same as a typical tile bed, Therma‑Floor provides: 8. Therma-Floor should not be used for exterior application, or The general contractor or builder must supply mechanical ventilation where it will come in prolonged contact with water. and72 heat if necessary. Low temperatures and high humidity will • Enhanced heating responsiveness thanks to its thin thermal mass 9. Therma-Floor should not be applied directly to a plastic vapor lengthen drying time. barrier. • A safer home due to its UL listed fire resistance 10. Maxxon Underlayments are “breathable” and not a vapor barrier. The general contractor, architect, specifier, or • Superior crack resistance to withstand temperature fluctuation Phase 3: building owner shall test slabs-on-ground or elevated slabs • A smooth, tough surface for easy installation of any floor covering for MVER (ASTM F1869-09) or RH (ASTM F2170). If the MVER Floor Covering Application 2b or RH of the concrete substrate exceeds the floor covering • Smooth transitions between floor coverings of differing heights marble, ceramic tile, wood or carpet. Any floor covering goes manufacturer’s respective requirements for the finished down quickly and easily on Therma‑Floor’s tough, smooth surface. flooring system, the concrete must be treated with a damp • Muffles sound because of its high density proof membrane, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP, Your Therma-Floor applicator before installation of a Maxxon Underlayment. • A stiffer floor that reduces floor bounce can create smooth transitions between floor coverings of varying fire ratings heights, for a truly “toe-friendly” G516 J917 L206 L508 L522 L536 L552 L576 M502 G524 J919 L208 L509 L523 L537 L556 L577 M503 floor plan. And with Therma‑Floor G551 J920 L209 L510 L524 L538 L557 L579 M504 underneath, your finished floor G553 J924 L210 L511 L525 L539 L558 L581 M505 Therma‑Floor Installation G560 J927 L211 L512 L526 L540 L560 L583 M508 with Wood Sleeper System coverings become all the more G561 J931 L212 L513 L527 L541 L562 L585 M510 G563 J957 L501 L514 L528 L542 L563 L588 M511 Other wood floor installation procedures are luxurious, comfortably warm to detailed in the Maxxon brochure, Procedures the touch wherever you step. G566 J958 L502 L515 L529 L543 L564 L589 M513 for Attaching Finished Floor Goods G569 J991 L503 L516 L530 L545 L565 L590 M514 G571 J994 L504 L517 L532 L546 L569 L592 M515 Call or write for a complimentary copy. G574 L006 L505 L518 L533 L547 L570 L593 G576 L201 L506 L519 L534 L549 L573 L599 G587 L202 L507 L520 L535 L551 L574 M500 Thermal Mass Thanks to Therma‑Floor, In All Kinds What You Need to Know Technical Data Underfloor Compressive Strength ��Up to 3,000 PSI (20.7 MPa) White Lace Inn Even the Floors Help Guests Before You Buy. Installations ASTM C472 1 Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Weight ��At 1 ⁄4", less than 12 lbs/sq ft of Homes, 2 Relax at this Luxurious Bed The thermal mass is a critical part of any radiant floor heating system. It’s Can’t Compete. (At 32 mm, less than 58.7 kg/m ) This cozy bed and breakfast hideaway offers the ultimate the material that transfers heat from the hydronic tube or electric cable to Point Loading �� Typical loading of up 2,500 lbs on a 1" the living space. Some contractors use look‑alike substitutes, even ordinary (1,134 kg on a 25 mm) diameter disc All Types 5,000 square feet of Therma-Floor in creature comforts in an atmosphere of refined Denver, CO (465 square meters) 3 3 and Breakfast Inn. Victorian elegance. Amidst concrete, which may shrink, crack and break contact with the tubes. Dry Density �� 115 lbs/ft (1,840 kg/m ) Scope of Project: Thermal Resistance �� R-0.208 at 1" Thickness all the luxurious amenities, 2,914 square feet Others ignore the need for a thermal mass entirely by installing tubing of Climates, 2 Coefficient of Conductivity (K) �� 4.96 Btu•in/(h•ft • °F) Therma‑Floor works its invisible of Therma-Floor underneath the subfloor. That’s a little like putting an electric blanket (.7142 W/[m• °C]) magic to keep the coziness factor (271 square meters) underneath the mattress, as it drastically reduces the system’s efficiency. All Across high in every room. Though Since plywood is nearly four times more insulative than Therma‑Floor, Specific Heat ��0.224 Btu/(lb•°F) at 85 °F “under-floor” tube installations consume more energy but produce less heat. (.9385 kJ[kg• °C] at 29.44 °C) Therma‑Floor can’t take all the ® Under‑floor systems are also expensive to install, more difficult to control, Underfloor tube installation Acoustical Performance ��Similar to Gyp-Crete Floor credit, it just might be part of the Underlayment, contact Maxxon Corporation for reports North America — and can be noisy. The leading truss manufacturer reports that heating wood joists To heat the room on the other side of the subfloor, reason so many White underfloor tube installations require extremely high water Fire Ratings ��Contact Maxxon Corporation for above 150 ˚F for prolonged periods of time (as in typical underfloor heating temperatures — and high energy consumption. ® Lace Inn guests return UL fire ratings or visit www.maxxon.com/fd systems) causes permanent loss of strength—up to 30%. Therma‑Floor does its again and again. Like Fire Performance ASTM E-84 Therma-Floor work above the subfloor, for superior efficiency and consistent comfort. 4,000 square feet of Therma-Floor Fuel Contribution ��0 Atlanta, GA (372 square meters) everything at the White Smoke Density ��0 Delivers the Heat. Lace Inn, nothing Flame Spread ��0 but the best — and VOC Emissions �� GREENGUARD Certified warmest — will do. Therma‑Floor: and GREENGUARD Gold Certified The Inside Story NOTES to Builder/architect Tube installation in Therma-Floor 1. Therma-Floor is to be poured to a depth that is 3/4” Phase 1: In a stark contrast of efficiency, Therma‑Floor uses lower (19 mm) above the tops of the tubes or cables. water temperatures — yet still delivers more heat to the room! Subfloor Preparation 2. Therma-Floor can be poured before or after drywall is installed. With hydronic tubes or electric cables secured according to the manufacturer’s instructions, the floor is ready for Therma‑Floor 3. All materials above crawl spaces must be protected by a 7,500 square feet of Therma-Floor vapor barrier, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP. Omaha, NE (698 square meters) application. In this example, you’re looking at hydronic tubes. 1 4. During construction, place temporary wood planking over the underlayment wherever it will be subjected to heavy wheeled or concentrated loads. Phase 2: 5. Therma-Floor is not designed to be installed on or below Therma‑Floor— grade, except over well-drained structural substrates. Therma‑Floor Installation 6. Therma-Floor cannot resist stresses caused by structural Clean and efficient. That’s the best way to describe a Therma‑Floor movement. The Ultimate Radiator. application. Mixed outside using a special mixing/pumping machine, 7. The structural subfloor and floor joist must both comply with the Therma‑Floor is pumped into place through a hose and floated with manufactures’ maximum span criteria. Typically a deflection 1 1 Poured 1 ⁄4” to 1 ⁄2” (32 mm to 38 mm) thick over any brand of hydronic a screed to a smooth finish. A typical 2,400 square foot home can be limitation of L/360 is adequate for Therma-Floor. Some floor coverings may require a stiffer floor system. Therma-Floor is tube or electric heating cable, Therma‑Floor delivers the ultimate poured in just two hours. Best of all, Therma‑Floor dries hard and fast enough to accommodate foot traffic in as little as 90 minutes! By the 2a non-structural and therefore cannot be expected to reinforce in heat conduction — throughout an entire home or just one structurally deficient subfloors. Necessary allowances should next day, other light subtrades can go about their work. be made for expected live, concentrated, impact, and/or room at a time. Encasing the heating elements and weighing dead loads including the weight of finished floor goods and Continuous ventilation and adequate heat must be provided to setting beds. rapidly remove moisture from the area until the underlayment is dry. the same as a typical tile bed, Therma‑Floor provides: 8. Therma-Floor should not be used for exterior application, or The general contractor or builder must supply mechanical ventilation where it will come in prolonged contact with water. and72 heat if necessary. Low temperatures and high humidity will • Enhanced heating responsiveness thanks to its thin thermal mass 9. Therma-Floor should not be applied directly to a plastic vapor lengthen drying time. barrier. • A safer home due to its UL listed fire resistance 10. Maxxon Underlayments are “breathable” and not a vapor barrier. The general contractor, architect, specifier, or • Superior crack resistance to withstand temperature fluctuation Phase 3: building owner shall test slabs-on-ground or elevated slabs • A smooth, tough surface for easy installation of any floor covering for MVER (ASTM F1869-09) or RH (ASTM F2170). If the MVER Floor Covering Application 2b or RH of the concrete substrate exceeds the floor covering • Smooth transitions between floor coverings of differing heights marble, ceramic tile, wood or carpet. Any floor covering goes manufacturer’s respective requirements for the finished down quickly and easily on Therma‑Floor’s tough, smooth surface. flooring system, the concrete must be treated with a damp • Muffles sound because of its high density proof membrane, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP, Your Therma-Floor applicator before installation of a Maxxon Underlayment. • A stiffer floor that reduces floor bounce can create smooth transitions between floor coverings of varying fire ratings heights, for a truly “toe-friendly” G516 J917 L206 L508 L522 L536 L552 L576 M502 G524 J919 L208 L509 L523 L537 L556 L577 M503 floor plan. And with Therma‑Floor G551 J920 L209 L510 L524 L538 L557 L579 M504 underneath, your finished floor G553 J924 L210 L511 L525 L539 L558 L581 M505 Therma‑Floor Installation G560 J927 L211 L512 L526 L540 L560 L583 M508 with Wood Sleeper System coverings become all the more G561 J931 L212 L513 L527 L541 L562 L585 M510 G563 J957 L501 L514 L528 L542 L563 L588 M511 Other wood floor installation procedures are luxurious, comfortably warm to detailed in the Maxxon brochure, Procedures the touch wherever you step. G566 J958 L502 L515 L529 L543 L564 L589 M513 for Attaching Finished Floor Goods G569 J991 L503 L516 L530 L545 L565 L590 M514 G571 J994 L504 L517 L532 L546 L569 L592 M515 Call or write for a complimentary copy. G574 L006 L505 L518 L533 L547 L570 L593 G576 L201 L506 L519 L534 L549 L573 L599 G587 L202 L507 L520 L535 L551 L574 M500 Thermal Mass Thanks to Therma‑Floor, In All Kinds What You Need to Know Technical Data Underfloor Compressive Strength ��Up to 3,000 PSI (20.7 MPa) White Lace Inn Even the Floors Help Guests Before You Buy. Installations ASTM C472 1 Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Weight ��At 1 ⁄4", less than 12 lbs/sq ft of Homes, 2 Relax at this Luxurious Bed The thermal mass is a critical part of any radiant floor heating system. It’s Can’t Compete. (At 32 mm, less than 58.7 kg/m ) This cozy bed and breakfast hideaway offers the ultimate the material that transfers heat from the hydronic tube or electric cable to Point Loading �� Typical loading of up 2,500 lbs on a 1" the living space. Some contractors use look‑alike substitutes, even ordinary (1,134 kg on a 25 mm) diameter disc All Types 5,000 square feet of Therma-Floor in creature comforts in an atmosphere of refined Denver, CO (465 square meters) 3 3 and Breakfast Inn. Victorian elegance. Amidst concrete, which may shrink, crack and break contact with the tubes. Dry Density �� 115 lbs/ft (1,840 kg/m ) Scope of Project: Thermal Resistance �� R-0.208 at 1" Thickness all the luxurious amenities, 2,914 square feet Others ignore the need for a thermal mass entirely by installing tubing of Climates, 2 Coefficient of Conductivity (K) �� 4.96 Btu•in/(h•ft • °F) Therma‑Floor works its invisible of Therma-Floor underneath the subfloor. That’s a little like putting an electric blanket (.7142 W/[m• °C]) magic to keep the coziness factor (271 square meters) underneath the mattress, as it drastically reduces the system’s efficiency. All Across high in every room. Though Since plywood is nearly four times more insulative than Therma‑Floor, Specific Heat ��0.224 Btu/(lb•°F) at 85 °F “under-floor” tube installations consume more energy but produce less heat. (.9385 kJ[kg• °C] at 29.44 °C) Therma‑Floor can’t take all the ® Under‑floor systems are also expensive to install, more difficult to control, Underfloor tube installation Acoustical Performance ��Similar to Gyp-Crete Floor credit, it just might be part of the Underlayment, contact Maxxon Corporation for reports North America — and can be noisy. The leading truss manufacturer reports that heating wood joists To heat the room on the other side of the subfloor, reason so many White underfloor tube installations require extremely high water Fire Ratings ��Contact Maxxon Corporation for above 150 ˚F for prolonged periods of time (as in typical underfloor heating temperatures — and high energy consumption. ® Lace Inn guests return UL fire ratings or visit www.maxxon.com/fd systems) causes permanent loss of strength—up to 30%. Therma‑Floor does its again and again. Like Fire Performance ASTM E-84 Therma-Floor work above the subfloor, for superior efficiency and consistent comfort. 4,000 square feet of Therma-Floor Fuel Contribution ��0 Atlanta, GA (372 square meters) everything at the White Smoke Density ��0 Delivers the Heat. Lace Inn, nothing Flame Spread ��0 but the best — and VOC Emissions �� GREENGUARD Certified warmest — will do. Therma‑Floor: and GREENGUARD Gold Certified The Inside Story NOTES to Builder/architect Tube installation in Therma-Floor 1. Therma-Floor is to be poured to a depth that is 3/4” Phase 1: In a stark contrast of efficiency, Therma‑Floor uses lower (19 mm) above the tops of the tubes or cables. water temperatures — yet still delivers more heat to the room! Subfloor Preparation 2. Therma-Floor can be poured before or after drywall is installed. With hydronic tubes or electric cables secured according to the manufacturer’s instructions, the floor is ready for Therma‑Floor 3. All materials above crawl spaces must be protected by a 7,500 square feet of Therma-Floor vapor barrier, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP. Omaha, NE (698 square meters) application. In this example, you’re looking at hydronic tubes. 1 4. During construction, place temporary wood planking over the underlayment wherever it will be subjected to heavy wheeled or concentrated loads. Phase 2: 5. Therma-Floor is not designed to be installed on or below Therma‑Floor— grade, except over well-drained structural substrates. Therma‑Floor Installation 6. Therma-Floor cannot resist stresses caused by structural Clean and efficient. That’s the best way to describe a Therma‑Floor movement. The Ultimate Radiator. application. Mixed outside using a special mixing/pumping machine, 7. The structural subfloor and floor joist must both comply with the Therma‑Floor is pumped into place through a hose and floated with manufactures’ maximum span criteria. Typically a deflection 1 1 Poured 1 ⁄4” to 1 ⁄2” (32 mm to 38 mm) thick over any brand of hydronic a screed to a smooth finish. A typical 2,400 square foot home can be limitation of L/360 is adequate for Therma-Floor. Some floor coverings may require a stiffer floor system. Therma-Floor is tube or electric heating cable, Therma‑Floor delivers the ultimate poured in just two hours. Best of all, Therma‑Floor dries hard and fast enough to accommodate foot traffic in as little as 90 minutes! By the 2a non-structural and therefore cannot be expected to reinforce in heat conduction — throughout an entire home or just one structurally deficient subfloors. Necessary allowances should next day, other light subtrades can go about their work. be made for expected live, concentrated, impact, and/or room at a time. Encasing the heating elements and weighing dead loads including the weight of finished floor goods and Continuous ventilation and adequate heat must be provided to setting beds. rapidly remove moisture from the area until the underlayment is dry. the same as a typical tile bed, Therma‑Floor provides: 8. Therma-Floor should not be used for exterior application, or The general contractor or builder must supply mechanical ventilation where it will come in prolonged contact with water. and72 heat if necessary. Low temperatures and high humidity will • Enhanced heating responsiveness thanks to its thin thermal mass 9. Therma-Floor should not be applied directly to a plastic vapor lengthen drying time. barrier. • A safer home due to its UL listed fire resistance 10. Maxxon Underlayments are “breathable” and not a vapor barrier. The general contractor, architect, specifier, or • Superior crack resistance to withstand temperature fluctuation Phase 3: building owner shall test slabs-on-ground or elevated slabs • A smooth, tough surface for easy installation of any floor covering for MVER (ASTM F1869-09) or RH (ASTM F2170). If the MVER Floor Covering Application 2b or RH of the concrete substrate exceeds the floor covering • Smooth transitions between floor coverings of differing heights marble, ceramic tile, wood or carpet. Any floor covering goes manufacturer’s respective requirements for the finished down quickly and easily on Therma‑Floor’s tough, smooth surface. flooring system, the concrete must be treated with a damp • Muffles sound because of its high density proof membrane, such as Maxxon DPM or Maxxon MVP, Your Therma-Floor applicator before installation of a Maxxon Underlayment. • A stiffer floor that reduces floor bounce can create smooth transitions between floor coverings of varying fire ratings heights, for a truly “toe-friendly” G516 J917 L206 L508 L522 L536 L552 L576 M502 G524 J919 L208 L509 L523 L537 L556 L577 M503 floor plan. And with Therma‑Floor G551 J920 L209 L510 L524 L538 L557 L579 M504 underneath, your finished floor G553 J924 L210 L511 L525 L539 L558 L581 M505 Therma‑Floor Installation G560 J927 L211 L512 L526 L540 L560 L583 M508 with Wood Sleeper System coverings become all the more G561 J931 L212 L513 L527 L541 L562 L585 M510 G563 J957 L501 L514 L528 L542 L563 L588 M511 Other wood floor installation procedures are luxurious, comfortably warm to detailed in the Maxxon brochure, Procedures the touch wherever you step. G566 J958 L502 L515 L529 L543 L564 L589 M513 for Attaching Finished Floor Goods G569 J991 L503 L516 L530 L545 L565 L590 M514 G571 J994 L504 L517 L532 L546 L569 L592 M515 Call or write for a complimentary copy. G574 L006 L505 L518 L533 L547 L570 L593 G576 L201 L506 L519 L534 L549 L573 L599 G587 L202 L507 L520 L535 L551 L574 M500 THE IDEAL UNDERLAYMENT FOR ELECTRIC OR THERMA-FLOOR HOT WATER RADIANT FLOOR HEATING SYSTEMS INSTALLATION from Maxxon,® The Floor Specialists.

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