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Hydronic Heat | The Basics – Overlay
Posted By: SteveH // Category: hydronic floor heating, hydronic heat, hydronic heat basics
A hydronic heat overlay typically uses a 1 x 4 sleeper, although a 5/8 x 4 sleeper would work for 1/2″ PEX. The sleepers are attached to a slab or sub floor and radiant tubing is installed between the sleepers with or without metal plates.
Heat transfer plates enhance the evenness of the heat and accelerate the output. They may also add significantly to the overall costs.
This method is an excellent way thydronic heatronic heat to existing construction.
