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Floor heating on Tacker plates

Zwevende vloer met vloerverwarming laten maken? Deze montagemethode wordt vaak toegepast in appartementen of flats (gestapelde woningen). Vloerverwarming op tackerplaten wordt gemonteerd op een tackerplaat (isolatieplaat). De reden hiervoor is dat er een zogenaamde zwevende vloer ontstaat. Het grote voordeel hiervan is dat het geluidsoverlast beperkt. Braakman levert en monteert deze plaat ook zelf.

Specifications

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Installation method*		Tacker plates
Minimum Installation Height**		70mm
Tube diameter***		16mm

Insulation thicknesses:
20mm		✔️
25mm		✔️
30mm		✔️

* With an adhesive screed, the tubes are attached to shrink nets without additional insulation or foil. Because no foil is used, the new screed floor adheres to the (existing) construction floor. This is usually done when there is little height available.

** The minimum installation height applies to the height of the system, including screed floor. The height (thickness) of the floor finish must be added to this.

*** When installing in a new screed floor, other tube diameters are also possible, but 16mm is often assumed, because a center distance of 10cm is easier to achieve.

Easy and insulating

Operation of floor heating system on tacker plates

Tacking floor heating means that the pipes are secured to a special tacker or insulation plate. This plate has sound-absorbing and insulating properties, making it ideal for certain situations. The top of the plate is provided with a grid of 50 mm blocks, so that the pipes can be laid in a fixed pattern. The floor is then finished with a layer of sand cement or anhydrite.

When tacking, 16 mm tubes are usually used.

To accommodate the expansion of the floor and prevent cracking, insulation is placed along the edges. This insulation acts as a buffer.

The tacker plates can be placed on a slightly uneven subfloor. The soft insulation layer of the plate can absorb small irregularities. However, large height differences or existing pipework must be removed before the plates are installed. After placing the plates, the seams are finished with tape to form a closed whole. The tubes are then attached to the plate in a pattern with tacker nails, which are firmly attached to the plate thanks to their U-shape with barbs.

All the pros and cons at a glance

Advantages and disadvantages of floor heating on tacker plates

Advantages of floor heating on tacker plates

Here are several advantages of installing floor heating on tacker plates:

Suitable for any type of floor covering: Floor heating that has been tacked on can be finished with different types of floor coverings, giving you many options.
Retains heat for a long time: The insulation board helps retain heat for longer, ensuring efficient and even heating of the room.
Sound-dampening: The tacker plates provide sound insulation, with a reduction of 26 to 28 dB, depending on the thickness of the plate. This is especially beneficial in apartments where sound insulation is important.
Quick installation: Installation of the system can be completed in one day, although very large areas may take slightly longer.
Ideal for apartments: Thanks to its sound-absorbing properties, this system is very suitable for apartments, because it significantly reduces contact noise.

Disadvantages of floor heating on tacker plates

Here are some disadvantages of floor heating on tacker plates:

Extra construction height: The use of tacker plates increases the overall height of the floor, which can be problematic in rooms with limited ceiling height.
Cost: Although tacking floor heating is efficient, the costs for the tacker boards and required insulation can be higher compared to other methods.
Subfloor preparation: Large height differences or existing pipework must first be removed or adjusted before the tacker plates can be installed, which can entail additional time and costs.
Less suitable for uneven subfloors: Although tacker plates can absorb small irregularities, they are less suitable for very uneven subfloors without prior leveling.
Limited flexibility after installation: Once installed, it is difficult to make changes to the pattern or layout of the pipes without damaging the screed.

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Where does the name shrink nets come from?

The name 'shrink nets' is derived from their function to prevent shrinkage stress in concrete floors. The shrink net absorbs the tension that arises when the floor shrinks, preventing cracks from forming in the floor.

Floor heating on Tacker plates

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Operation of floor heating system on tacker plates

Advantages and disadvantages of floor heating on tacker plates

Advantages of floor heating on tacker plates

Disadvantages of floor heating on tacker plates

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