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Speedheat Announces TileWarm DIY Tile Heating System Online Ordering Launch

Atlanta, Georgia – Speedheat has extended their energy efficient product line of under floor heating systems to include the new TileWarm™ DIY under tile heating system kits for the handy do-it-yourselfers, who prefer the ease of ordering online. As with all Speedheat products, TileWarm™ DIY is waterproof and GFCI-protected with a shielded, helically wound element with full ground surround, so there is no risk of overheating or electric shock. The micro-thin element is less than 1/16 inch and causes no floor buildup, saving on installation costs, preparation, and installation time.

Sale on RugBuddy under Area Rug Space Heaters Announced by Speedheat US

Atlanta, GA — Speedheat US announces the biggest sale in company history on their two largest RugBuddy™ and CarpetMate™ heaters, the 5’ x 7’ and 5.5’ x 8’.

ShowerWarm™ Shower Floor and Seat Heater Now Available by Speedheat US

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ShowerWarm™ Floor and Seat Heater for Showers Now Available by Speedheat® US Woodstock, Georgia, July 1, 2008— Speedheat US of Woodstock, Georgia, announced, today, the launch of their new product, ShowerWarm™ for heating shower floors and shower seats. In addition to their energy efficient electric radiant floor heating products available for under all floorcoverings, Speedheat has extended their Generation4™ product line to include the new ShowerWarm product for heating in showers. As with all Speedheat products, ShowerWarm is waterproof and GFCI-protected with a shielded, helically wound element with full ground surround, so there is no risk of electric shock. The micro-thin element is less than 1/16 inch causes no floor buildup, saving on installation costs, preparation, and installation time. The installation is as simple as the TileWarm™ products and can even be used as a continuation of a floor heating system in the bathroom. Products are available in 120V or 240V, depending on size and preference of the total heating system. “Customers are ecstatic when they find out that their warm floors can continue when they walk into their shower or even when they use their shower seat,” says Peter Newman, President of Speedheat US. “It just [...]

Make Your Home a Buyer’s Dream in 5 Easy Steps

Increase the Value of Your Home to Live in it or SELL It in FIVE Easy Steps! by Ingrid Weir Today’s real estate market is a dream if you’re looking to buy a new home, which is great if you’re a renter or buying your first home. However, how are you supposed to compete in this market if you need to sell your current home? What should you look for in your new home? First, take a moment to consider how you think as a buyer. When you go to buy your new home, what is an immediate turn on… and what immediately turns you off to a home? Chances are, your buyers are going to be thinking along very similar lines, as well. By appealing to your potential buyer’s sense of style, comfort, environmental responsibility, and fiscal sensibility, you have the ability to set your home apart from the rest. These are five simple things you can do to increase the value of your home to potential buyers! 1. Flooring I’m sure you have walked into a home that might have been beautiful in 1978 or 1985, but in this day and age, the avocado green or pink plush [...]

How long can RugBuddy stay on?

Question From: Paul in Pennsylvania I just received my RugBuddy 5×7, and it is great. I have it in my basement, over the wall-to-wall and under an area rug. I want to leave it on full-time until Spring; Is there any reason I can’t do this? For example, should I worry about overheating? Speedheat’s Answer: Hi Paul, I am so glad to hear that you are enjoying your RugBuddy! You can absolutely leave it on all the time. The heater is self-regulating, so it will not overheat. Share and Enjoy:

Ask more questions about Speedheat here!

Do you have a question, and you cannot find the answer in our FAQ, blog, or other information? Well, we are here to help! Simply ask away, and we will do our best to answer any questions you have! No registration necessary. Just comment here, and we will post our reply. This way, you share your questions and answers about our electric radiant floor heating systems with others who might have the same questions! Thanks for your help, and we appreciate your interest in Speedheat! Share and Enjoy:

Can Speedheat systems cause fire or electric shock?

Simply put, no. Speedheat’s heating systems cannot cause fire or shock you. The GFCI protection prevents this. All Speedheat electric radiant floor heating systems are completely safe and waterproof. Whether under carpet, area rugs, vinyl, tile, stone, hardwood, laminate, showers, and more, all systems are completely safe. Technically put… The electrically insulating polymeric sheath is conveniently formed from a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) compound. The PTFE layer effectively protects the core. If overheating of the core occurred, the electrical insulating properties of the PTFE would decrease, or the PTFE sheath would melt, thereby causing leakage to the ground shield. Power would thus be tripped out long before the surface temperature of the ground shield could increase to a point, where it is dangerous. As a result, a simple ground fault interrupter device would adequately protect an under-carpet heating system, which employed the cable of the invention, against risk of fire and shock. Share and Enjoy:

Can RugBuddy be used on top of Carpet?

The RugBuddy™ plug-in area rug heater is perfect for on top of carpeting, under an area rug. I have them on carpet, under area rugs in all of my bedrooms and living room in my own home. In fact, Speedheat® even offers a reversible non-slip, thermal insulation padding, KlimaGrip™, for use on both carpeting and hard surfaces. Share and Enjoy:

Can CarpetMate be installed under FLOR carpet tiles?

The question: I wanted to know if your RugBuddy or CarpetMate pads can be used directly over a subfloor covered in hardboard/masonite and under a floor tile called FLOR which has a plastic-based backing? If so do I need the insulating pad also? Answer: We can, absolutely, go under FLOR, but the installation and product is a bit different than the CarpetMate heating panels. We would use strips, similar to the TileWarm installation. After placing the strips, you would need to put a skim of self-leveling underlayment over the top before sticking down the FLOR tiles. If you would like to fax or email us a copy of your floor plan, including dimensions and desired thermostat location, we will be happy to design our complementary layout and custom designed system for your space. Share and Enjoy:

Set yourself apart with Green Products

According to Rex Nutting, Washington Bureau Chief of MarketWatch, the inventory of previously owned homes up for sale in May 2007 rose to the highest level in relation to sales in 15 years, putting even more houses into an already glutted market. With sales of existing homes falling 0.3% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.99 million down from the upwardly revised 6.01 million in April, according to the National Association of Realtors, and sales down 10.3% from just a year ago and off approximately 17% from the peak, what can builders and homeowners do to differentiate themselves from the 4.43 million homes currently for sale on the market?Building or remodeling with Green products is the perfect way to do just that. According to a survey conducted by the National Association of Home Builders and McGraw-Hill Construction, 85% of homeowners said they were more satisfied with their new green homes than with their previous, traditionally built homes. The survey allowed respondents to state more than one reason for buying an environmentally friendly home; showing that nearly 50% of those surveyed said that concern for the environment was a reason to buy a green home, and the same percentage held [...]

6 Reasons to Heat your Floors!

My floors aren’t that cold, are they? What kind of flooring can I heat? What about operating costs? Is floor heating energy-efficient? What’s in it for me? I live in the South… we don’t need heated floors here, right?These, among many others, are all questions that I have come across in my years, working in this industry… and today, I will answer them for you!1. My floors aren’t that cold, are they? Well, yes, when we have people touch our demo unit, you would be amazed at their reactions. We have an unheated (cold) tile on one side and a warmed tile on the other side. I can’t even describe the looks on their faces… I’ve actually had people stand there, with their hand on the demo unit, while talking.Also, we all know that we lose most of our heat through our feet, so it makes sense to keep the floors warm. Between the location of the heating being at your feet and the way that radiant heating heats you in a similar way to the sun’s rays, research has shown that most people are comfortable at temperatures that are between 6-10 degrees lower than with forced air. 2. Under [...]

Speedheat Launches RugBuddyStore.com

We are excited to launch RugBuddyStore.com to work in conjunction with Speedheat.us and our other sites. RugBuddyStore.com offers many options not previously available on Speedheat.us, which is mainly an informational site to inform users on electric radiant floor heating products. By separating the two, we believe it will enhance the user’s experience on both ends of the spectrum. RugBuddyStore.com offers ordering of all RugBuddy under area rug space heaters and warmers along with controls and accessories. Options include adding KlimaGrip non-slip thermal insulation padding, expedited shipping, and many more, including discounted rates for multiple product ordering in one shipment! Additionally, we plan to use this blog as a way of organizing the many frequently asked questions about our products and keep everyone up to date on the comings and goings of Speedheat US. Share and Enjoy:

KlimaGrip Non-slip Insulation Padding Now Available from Speedheat

ATLANTA — Speedheat US announced immediate availability of KlimaGrip™ reversible, non-slip thermal insulation padding, enabling customers to order these rug pads along with their RugBuddy™. The availability of the UL-listed RugBuddy portable, plug-in area rug heater and increased public concerns for safety and energy conservation have spurred a rise in demand for these energy efficient space heaters along with additional insulation to increase product effectiveness. “RugBuddy is experiencing unprecedented demand,” said Speedheat’s General Manager. “With the availability of the non-slip thermal area rug padding, we expect even more customers to make the move to Speedheat RugBuddy heaters in lieu of traditional space heaters that have a reputation for being unsafe and energy hogs.” KlimaGrip Non-slip Thermal Insulation Rug Pad Availability KlimaGrip is a non-slip padding for under area rugs is reversible for use on carpeted surfaces on one side and for hard surfaces on the other. In addition to the non-slip properties, KlimaGrip offers additional insulation to help boost the effectiveness of the RugBuddy™ under rug heaters. KlimaGrip is available in five sizes, corresponding with the heating panels, for purchase online at www.rugbuddystore.com. Founded in 1985, Speedheat® is the worldwide leader in energy efficient electric radiant floor heating products for [...]

What is the difference between CarpetMate and RugBuddy?

The only difference is the application. CarpetMate™ goes under wall-to-wall carpeting and is generally hard-wired into our SmartStat, programmable thermostat. RugBuddy™ goes under an area rug and is plugged into the wall through our GFCI protected plug. Share and Enjoy: