F.A.Q.

Q) Does Thermatile® create electromagnetic fields?
A) Thermatile® creates a negligible electromagnetic field, about 6 times less than that usually found in residential buildings, and decidedly lower than that generated by common household appliances. Thermatile® is certified to conform to the standards on electromagnetic emissions currently in force.

Q) Can I damage Thermatile®? – What happens if I damage Thermatile®?
A) The carbon has an unlimited duration and its flexible sheath protects it even during the installation phase. If it is damaged (drill hole, substrate crack due to structural sagging…), only a small area will stop working because each element is made up of several parallel circuits so as to ensure that it remains in good working order anyway.

Q) What happens if water falls on the floor?
A) Nothing. All of the parts that make up Thermatile® are water resistant. Current legislation also requires a grounded metal grid to be installed in bathroom areas between Thermatile® and the tiles in order to avoid problems in case it is damaged.

Q) Do I need to install a circuit breaker?
A) No. The residual current device, commonly called a “circuit breaker,” already present for the protection of the residential electrical system is sufficient.

Q) Do I need to install a thermostat?
A) This is not necessary; a switch is sufficient. However, it is recommended to ensure optimal comfort and energy savings. For a more thorough management or for management by zones, it is a good idea to set up a programmable thermostat or electronic control panel.

Q) How many Thermatile® elements do I need to install?
A) This depends on the building’s level of thermal insulation, and consequently the amount of heat it allows to escape. A heating technician can easily calculate this.

Q) Do I need to cover the entire floor?
A) It is sufficient to install the calculated power or above to achieve an even more uniform distribution of heat. It is better not to install Thermatile® under fixtures and heavy furniture (kitchen cabinets, wardrobes, etc.) which would uselessly overheat.

Q) Do I need to have a contract and a meter that allow me to use a lot of kilowatts of electricity?
A) Thanks to the rotating zone electronic control panel, the power used is optimized and in many cases the regular residential electricity supply contract can be used.