Infrared underfloor heating Caleo - types of thermal films and installation features

With the advent of heating devices, people's lives have become more comfortable. These devices were saved in the winter cold and in the inter-heating season, eliminating the need to wrap up in blankets and wear woolen socks. And with the introduction of floor heating systems into production, life has completely turned into a fairy tale. This heating method allowed not only to get rid of bulky appliances, but also to improve the overall microclimate in the house. However, not all models of these devices are equally good: some require labor-intensive installation work, while others significantly dry the air.

Warm floor Unimat

Electrical devices emitting heat in the infrared range are devoid of such disadvantages. offers consumers various options for infrared models of electric floor heating, which can be used for additional or main heating of premises. What underfloor heating systems are produced under the Kaleo brand, what are their features, and how are they installed?

Features of Caleo systems

Each Kaleo kit has certain features that speak in favor of its use.

Characteristics of underfloor heating kaleo

Installation of any set of the Grid, Gold and Platinum series does not require taking into account the arrangement of furniture. All electric heating devices are self-regulating, and therefore do not overheat, even under heavy furniture. With an increase in the temperature of the heating elements, the power consumption of electricity decreases by 1.5 times.
Unlike cable, infrared electric floor heating, including Unimat, consumes 60% less energy.
Infrared mats are more reliable because their heating elements are connected in parallel, not in series. Therefore, even if one of the rods fails, the performance of the system will not be impaired.

Benefits of underfloor heating Kaleo
Installation of heating mats can be carried out not only in a concrete screed, like the Unimat series models, but also directly under the tiles.
Installation of heating elements Kaleo of the Grid, Gold, Platinum and Unimat series can be carried out under any floor coverings, including parquet, linoleum and carpet.
Infrared electric heating devices do not affect the air humidity, leaving its level unchanged.
In the process of operation of infrared heating elements, unpleasant odors are eliminated.

Floor installation diagram from Caleo
Mounting of any model of the Line, Grid, Gold, Platinum and Unimat series is carried out on a heat-reflecting surface. It is strictly prohibited to use foil-clad materials for these purposes. Therefore, it is necessary to choose materials from lavsan or polypropylene as a substrate.
Each Kaleo model, including Line, Grid, Gold and Platinum, is guaranteed by the manufacturer for 15 years. And for Unimat models this period has been increased to 20 years.
The operation of all electrical heating systems must be carried out through the Caleo UTH thermostat.

Infrared heating floors Rexva

Carbon underfloor heating rod and film

This high-tech film first appeared on the Russian market since 2005 and has won consumer recognition.

In the process of heating, a good energy saving effect is achieved - up to 40%.

The transfer of electricity from copper conductors to heating carbon elements is achieved using a conductive adhesive.

The energy consumption of the heating foil is from 35 to 100 W / m², which is quite enough for comfortable heating.

Consumer reviews

“… I bought a warm infrared film" Rexva "for the floors in my grandmother's apartment. She lives on the ground floor and complained about the cold floor all the time.I thought for a long time how to solve this problem, and this option was advised to me in a building materials store.

For a year of their work, they fully justified themselves. I didn’t even imagine that the heating was so economical, I was afraid that the electricity bills would go off scale. It turned out to be quite affordable.

I put underfloor heating right under the linoleum, and now in winter it is always warm at my grandmother's - even her neighbors come to her to warm up. I must say honestly - before laying the film, I thoroughly repaired all the cracks around the perimeter of the floor, and only then spread the film and laid a new linoleum ... "

Alexander Petrakov, 34 years old, Lipetsk

“… I live in a private house, a friend advised me to install a warm floor. He has been working for him for two years. I bought the warm film "Rexva" not because I knew for sure, but simply took the first one that I found.

And honestly, I don’t regret it - the room was not cold last winter. The floor in the house is concrete, so first I laid one centimeter thick foam plastic of high density, then I laid the film and linoleum on top. The room heats up after switching on after 20-35 minutes.

For me personally, the main thing is that the infrared floor does not dry the air, unlike electric heaters such as wind turbines and others.

I turn on the floor as soon as I come home from work, while I change, warm up my meal, the room is already warm and cozy. Who suffers, I highly recommend such a heating system ... "

Vitaly, 43 years old, Nizhny Novgorod

Kaleo underfloor heating systems: installation features

Depending on the model, Kaleo underfloor heating can be installed in two ways:

in a concrete screed;
without using a concrete screed.

Pie installation of a warm floor Kaleo in a screed or primary floor

In the first case, a substrate with a heat-reflecting surface is laid on the cleaned and leveled rough floor surface. It is very important to carefully fix the substrate to the base so that it does not float during the pouring of the screed. Then thermomats are laid on the substrate in strips. They must also be carefully secured. For convenience, most Kaleo models have a self-adhesive bottom layer.

Installation of underfloor heating Caleo

After that, the heating elements are poured with a thin layer of concrete screed equal to 2 cm. Then the connection to the Caleo UTH thermostat is carried out. The finishing coat is laid after the cement-sand mixture has hardened.

Kaleo underfloor heating device

If the installation of the system is carried out directly under the tiles, then tile adhesive is applied to the fixed thermomats with a layer of 1 cm, and then the tiles are laid.

It should be noted that the thickness of the tile adhesive together with the tiles must be at least 2 cm. Only by observing this condition, it is possible to achieve uniform heating of the floor surface.

Kaleo thermostat instruction

The main advantage of infrared thermomat is the ability to cut and connect them using a wire connecting the rods. As a result, a large area of the room can be covered with several sets of Kaleo, and one large roll of the system can be divided into several small rooms.

Efficient and economical operation of the systems is possible only if the thermostat is used, which is supplied with some models of underfloor heating.

If the thermostat is not included in the package, it must be purchased separately. At the same time, the manufacturer recommends using thermostats designed for infrared floor heating systems, for example, the CALEO UTH-155 patch thermostat.

Characteristics and reviews of the warm field Caleo

What is a warm floor in general? This is a heating system that serves to provide heating of the room from below, where the flooring (warm floor) acts as a heating element.

Underfloor heating is an ideal solution for local or complete heating of a room.By heating the floor in the room, you can create a cozy atmosphere that will have a beneficial effect on human health.

Also, such a floor is very safe, environmentally friendly and reliable.

The warm floor of the Caleo brand is presented in the form of an infrared warm floor system. It is a versatile film suitable for any type of flooring. If necessary quick installation of underfloor heating, Caleo is the best option.

It is not necessary to undertake repairs to install the system, it can only be laid where it is necessary, for example, in the coolest rooms, under the existing floor covering. This system is also suitable for wooden floors, it creates an even and gentle heating of such a floor.

And its thickness is only 0.42 mm.

The principle of operation and the device of the warm floor Caleo

Caleo is made in the form of a two-layer thermal film, inside of which there are carbon heating elements and copper rail, which is located along this entire film.

When connected to the mains, this coating begins to emit anionic particles, as well as far-spectrum infrared rays.

Responsible for this radiation is a carbonaceous substance of a pasty consistency, which is applied to the film. straight or curved stripes (the method of applying this substance depends on the purpose of the film, and also on its type).

Electricity is supplied through copper wires, and the very connection of the thermal film to the electrical network is carried out in a parallel way.

In order for the heating element to direct the main flow of heat specifically to the floor covering, an underfloor heating substrate is used, which has reflective properties. Therefore, when installing such a warm floor, you can not worry that the ceiling of the neighbors will also warm up.

Advantages and disadvantages of Caleo underfloor heating

When choosing something for your home, you always want to choose the best, this also applies to the warm floor. It is worth considering its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include the fact that he:

Easy to install. The Caleo system is very convenient and easy to install, it takes 2-3 hours to install the floor. And you can use it right after installation.
Economical both during installation and during operation. When installing, you do not need to spend money on screed, glue or mastic, which significantly saves finances. When purchasing a warm floor Caleo, you can choose the required number of meters, and then divide it into the required number of modules. By installing such a floor, you can significantly save electricity; during its operation, electricity bills are reduced by about 15-20%.
Safely warms an apartment or house. Infrared heaters are much safer than installing any other underfloor heating options, such as electric underfloor heating. 90% of the infrared radiation of this type of floor is in the far range, which has a beneficial effect on human health. The Caleo system quadruples the amount of negative ions in a room.
Durable... The use of patented technologies in the manufacture of the Caleo film floor allows the system to work almost without failure for a long time. It was noticed that at mechanical damage to the system, only those strips and sections fail? which were affected, and the entire system as a whole continues to work without interruption. The film does not corrode. The manufacturer's warranty lasts up to 15 years.

However, like any material, it has there are disadvantages:

Floor installation requires certain skills. Of course, you can install it yourself, because it seems that there is nothing complicated about it, but in order for the warm floor to last a long time, it is best to turn to a professional for help.
The big disadvantage is that all power leads are covered, and if there is a sudden breakdown in the system, you will have to dismantle absolutely the entire structure.
The downside is the high cost of the material., however, if we take into account the fact that there is an energy saving, it is possible that the material costs will pay off in the future.

The price of a warm floor Caleo and its technical characteristics

Consider all types of products of the company CALEO, just compare prices and specifications.

Caleo LINE - suitable for those who are economical. Designed for city apartments with central heating. Disadvantage the fact that it does not have an anti-spark silver mesh, but at the same time this does not affect the quality of the film.
Caleo GRID -thermofilm, intended for the arrangement of the heating system in the interior. Suitable for both primary and secondary heating systems. Creates an anti-allergenic effect, is highly environmentally friendly and retains the natural humidity in the room. Has an anti-spark grid.
Caleo GOLD - if you are very demanding in choosing a warm floor, this option is just for you. Has a self-regulating effect. As soon as the floor temperature rises to the required limit, it reduces the power consumption, which leads to energy saving and rapid heating of the room.
Caleo PLATINUM - designed for heat-sensitive floor coverings. It has the effect of complete self-regulation - with an increase in temperature, the power consumption decreases by 6 times. It also has an anti-sparking grid that prevents sparking.

Table of characteristics and prices of underfloor heating Caleo

LINE	GRID	GOLD	PLATINUM
Specific power consumption, W	130	150/220	170/220	175/280
Average power consumption 1 square. meter, W / h	39	45/67	39/-	35/75
Width, m.	0,5	0,5−1	0,5	0,5
Maximum additional length of one strip of thermal film, running. m.	12	5/8/11	10	12/8
Thermal film melting point, ° С	120	130	130	130
Wavelength of infrared rays, microns	5…20	5…20	5…20	5…20
price, rub.	1000−6500	1200−28000	1300−9000	1700−11000

The price for a set of underfloor heating Caleo is determined by what power consumption to choose, from the area, length and power of the film itself.

Kaleo underfloor heating installation technology

There are two options for installing a warm floor.

For laminate or parquet. In this case, the floor covering must be laid on a polyethylene film, which protects the thermal film from moisture and damage. Installation is carried out as follows:
Then a reflector-insulation is installed (heat-reflecting material - isolon);
Caleo thermal film itself is laid directly;
Then comes the plastic wrap;
On top of all this, a parquet board or laminate is laid.
Under carpet or linoleum. In this option, it is necessary to lay plywood or fiberboard on top of the plastic film, this is done in order to avoid damage to the thermal film. Installation is carried out as follows:
A heat-reflecting material (isolon) is laid next;
Over the isolone lay the Caleo thermal film;
Cover it all with plastic wrap;
Then comes plywood or fiberboard;
The final coating will be linoleum or carpet.

Once you have decided which flooring to work with, you can proceed with the installation of the thermal film itself:

It is necessary to prepare the materials that will be used during installation: the underfloor heating kit itself and the material for installation. For the installation of the floor itself, you may need adhesive tape, plastic film (if the flooring is laminate or parquet), fiberboard (if the flooring is soft) and it is imperative to have a material with a heat-reflecting effect that reduces heat loss. The use of material based on aluminum foil is prohibited.
You also need to know the surface area on which you should there will be a warm floor.
Having decided on the surface area on it, you can begin to lay the heat-reflecting material.
Thermal film sheets laid out on heat transfer material (no air gap).
After all that has been done, it is necessary to install a thermostat.
Then the installation wires are laid, and the place for stripping the insulation is determined.
The connection of the thermal film with the wire is made.
Connection points must be isolated.
Then the connection of the connecting wires to the thermostat is made.
Connection and installation of the floor sensor to the thermostat is done.
Then the thermostat connects to the electrical network.
The heating system is being tested.
A polyethylene film is laid on top of the entire installed warm floor.
And the final touch is done installation of a finishing floor covering.

Infrared floor operating rules

For the safe use of a warm floor, it is necessary to correctly calculate the entire heating system and professionally assemble it and strictly adhere to the rules of its operation. Experts will help you to correctly calculate the power when buying at a retail outlet.
The infrared heating system should be installed in a prepared dry and clean room.
It is necessary to fix the film mats in such a way as to avoid damaging them, and when choosing a flooring, pay attention to the manufacturer's markings.

In conclusion, we can say that IR underfloor heating has an incomparable advantage over heating systems based on fuel combustion, as they are quiet and do not release dust. They do not create vibrations and do not emit toxic fumes, which is why they are recommended by the Ministry of Health for use in kindergartens and medical institutions (hospitals, hospitals and clinics).

Comments:

Mark

Good article. Kaleo is really one of the best options for underfloor heating. I recommend this brand to my clients at my sites. Although nothing is perfect, marriage happens, but very rarely.

Semyonich

Good overview. Platinum film is definitely not worth taking, like Line - only Gird! The first one is too expensive and is absolutely no different from the Gird, the second contacts fall off after 2-3 years.

Vladislav

Thanks for the review, I was going to take the planium and cram it everywhere) I better take the grid (wider than the strips) and spread it out wisely

Hope

Thanks, forewarned, then forearmed. Very useful info

Jacob

In the fall of 2020, I decided to insulate the cold vestibule in the house so that cats could live there at least up to -25 C.

The choice fell on the warm floor caleo, they advertised it very nicely in the LeroyMerlin store, and according to the characteristics it was quite suitable for me.

The first year went well, the floor was doing its job.

In January 2020, there was a fire, fortunately, they noticed at the stage of smoke. The house is safe, everyone is safe ...

I decided to understand what the reason is (there was a thought that I had not insulated the connections well enough).

I opened the laminate, there were no problems with installation.

Autopsy results in the photo. (Https://otzovik.com/review_4364221.html)

I wrote to the manufacturer's website - an interesting correspondence turned out:

caleo: Judging by the photographs, we can conclude that the film has heated up to temperatures above 80C, which led to the melting of the heat-reflecting material. Since the thermal film is not self-regulating (Grid 150/220), this result can be achieved in only two ways. The first is to heat the entire film to the specified temperature, i.e., do not install the floor sensor under the film, do not use a thermostat, or set the temperature to 80C on the thermostat. The second is to "lock the thermal film", that is, to create an obstacle to normal heat dissipation.

Me: I had a temperature sensor placed as I wrote earlier.

what is meant by creating a normal heat sink? I had the whole film lying in the same conditions, while the adjacent row was in absolute order.

caleo: Something was lying / standing on the floor during the operation of the thermal film, otherwise the film cannot be "locked".

These films are intended only for open areas where there are no low-lying objects.

So be extremely careful, if you are using these floors do not try to put cat houses on it !!!

service-caleo

Dear Jacob, we regret that the ownership and use of the Caleo Grid film underfloor heating has led to this situation.

Essentially the problem, before operating a technical product, you must carefully read the instruction manual, the Installation and Operation Manual indicates that the gap between the object and the floor must be at least 3 cm, it is also indicated that the Caleo Grid film warm floor can be laid only on an area free of low-lying objects, in the paragraph "Forbidden during operation! ... Cover the warm floor with objects (furniture without legs, blankets, etc.) that prevent effective heat dissipation into the air." I ask you to draw your attention to the fact that with proper operation, such a case could not happen in principle.

Any film floor heating of any (except for a film floor with full self-regulation) will begin to melt, because there will be no normal heat dissipation, respectively, in the place of "locking", the temperature of the film warm floor will reach critical indicators, which will lead to deformation and melting of the "film".

I would also like to draw your attention to the fact that all Caleo products are certified and pass quality control.

You can get acquainted with the certificates for the products of the Caleo company at any point of retail sales, get detailed advice on the product of interest, or use the manufacturer's Hotline by phone 8-800-555-28-62.

Dedicated servers

Yesterday we put the Caleo infrared film heat-insulated floor on the insulated balcony - we wasted MONEY. And, in these conditions, the area and total power of the installed warm floor does not correspond to the existing recommendations.

Dedicated servers

However, not all property owners want to install such systems due to the need to dismantle the topcoat. But not so long ago, this situation changed, because mobile heated floors appeared on sale, which fit under the carpet.

Vladimir

I agree with the author. We bought Caleo Platinum for laminate flooring. It is impossible to step on the floor, there is no self-regulating effect. The resistance may change within some small limits, but there is no effect from this.

Vladimir

I was not too lazy to test the purchased and installed Caleo Platinum floor under the laminate. As a result of measurements it became clear - 1) The floor was laid 2.2 square meters. 2) Floor temperature at the time of measurement is 44 degrees Celsius. 3) Power is 970 watts. So there is no self-regulation and the power of a square meter is not declared ((Film heat-insulated floor CALEO PLATINUM 230 W / m2)), but really 440 W / m2. These are the disappointing conclusions.

It is so thin that it does not betray its presence by anything other than a thermostat.

Perfect for heating not only living rooms, but also for warming the bathroom floor, as it can be easily placed under ceramic tiles.

What consumers are saying

“... They built a country cottage, and the question arose about additional floor insulation. Having learned about infrared film, we decided to stop at it.It went especially well under the tiles in the bathroom - there was no need to make a self-leveling floor, as we did in the apartment when we did not know about infrared floors.

We tried and checked the bathroom floors, made sure, and then decided to cover the entire first floor for her. Now it's warm here, and it's especially nice to walk barefoot on such a floor. The only thing that we were at first confused about is that the NanoThermal kit does not provide a proprietary one. But it turned out that this is not a problem - any thermostat is suitable for the system ... "

Elena Andreeva, 38 years old, Petro

Konstantin, 33 years old, Astrakhan

“… When we found out about this material, it was very tempting to use it, but doubted for a long time. Now we are not overjoyed - for the price it is the same as installing gas heating, only it turns out much easier. For the price in operation, it is also quite economical.

I also really liked that the infrared warm floor under the laminate is completely invisible, but the effect is amazing. The houses are very warm and cozy. The main thing is that you need to carefully bring the thermostat and wires to a safe place so that they are invisible and conveniently located ... "

Artur Vasilievich, 44 years old, Lipetsk

How Caleo works and works

Underfloor heating Caleo is a two-layer thermal film, which has a carbon heating element and a copper bus inside its structure. The splint is positioned along the film.

As soon as the heating element is powered from the mains, the coating emits anionic particles and long-range IR rays. A special paste-like carbonaceous substance, which is applied on the film with a curved and even film, is responsible for this radiation.

As for the supply of electricity, it is carried out through copper wires. The method of connecting film heating is used only in parallel. In order for the radiation to be directed to the desired "channel", a special reflective substrate is laid. Thanks to it, the heat energy will not heat the ceiling of your neighbors, but will be directed upward.

IR floors EMS-500-P

This underfloor heating model is no less in demand among buyers.

The uniform distribution of the graphite filler over the entire area of the film made it possible to ensure that local overheating does not occur in some places.

The film can fit any floor covering - it can be placed under parquet, laminate, fiberboard, as well as under carpet or linoleum.

Heating is quick, so it is not necessary to leave the floor on all day if you are only at home in the evening.

The material from which the floor is made is environmentally friendly and fireproof. Reviews about this model are only positive, and it's not only the convenience of such a device, but also its economy.

Reviews about the model:

“… I want to say thank you to the manufacturers of underfloor heating EMS-500-P. Installed in the middle of winter, or rather, just made a bed. My husband and I decided not to hide it under the linoleum, but just put it under the carpet - very convenient.

We have a garden plot, we are pensioners, and therefore in early spring we go there for the whole summer, and we also decided to take a warm floor with us, as it can still be cold at night in the spring. Therefore, having bought a warm floor, we "killed two birds with one stone."

It is very important that you did not have to spend money on the installation - the husband easily set it up himself ... "

Irina Ivanovna, 61 years old, pensioner, Penza

“… Hello, I want to share my find. We live in the old house of my husband's grandmother. The house is rather cold, but our baby is growing, he is two and a half years old and, naturally, you cannot keep him on the couch all day. With the onset of cold weather, colds began.

And so my husband was advised to warm himself with an infrared floor, since we were afraid to put the heater on - the child could get burned. Bought immediately for the whole room, although we were advised to just put it on, and did not regret it. Here we have wintered without diseases and problems. The room is warm, the child sits and plays on the floor, and I do not worry that he will catch a cold. A wonderful invention, thanks to the producers ... "

Svetlana, 27 years old, Vologda

“… I am a pensioner, I live on the first floor of a panel house and my floor is very cold, and I like to sit at the computer. I used to put an ottoman under my feet, since the carpet does not help at all, and this is very inconvenient.

I saw an advertisement for infrared floor heating on the Internet and learned that it is not necessary to cover the entire floor with it, but you can have a small rug. My grandson, at my request, bought and installed me such a meter by meter. Now I don’t know grief, my legs are so warm - I sit even without my slippers. Thanks to the inventors of such a miracle technique ... "

Elizaveta Konstantinovna, 67 years old, Kolpino

The infrared film floor is designed for installation without wet works. That is, not under the screed, but under the laminate, linoleum, parquet. Its positive properties can be described as follows:

ionizes the air
has an anti-allergenic effect,
does not dry furniture and air,
distributes the temperature evenly throughout the room.

The Caleo infrared film is sold in ready-made kits designed for a predetermined quadrature. The multiplicity of sets is 0.5 square meters.

Heating element - carbon strips.

Equipment

When buying an infrared warm floor "Caleo", you will find the following set in the package:

Thermal film that is packed in a roll.
Contact clamps in limited quantities.
Electrical wiring.
Bituminous insulation.
Installation instructions.

You also need to additionally equip the infrared floor heating system with a thermostat and a temperature sensor. Although some manufacturers also provide these elements in the kit. Among other things, for installation, you will need to purchase a heat-reflecting film. If a laminate is to be installed on the floor, be sure to install a soundproofing underlay.

Important! It is unacceptable to use materials that contain aluminum in combination with an infrared warm floor. For example, we are talking about a reflective substrate.

Infrared floor construction

IR underfloor heating is a heating method that occurs due to the heating of the film heating elements by electricity. The infrared heater is made of two parts, the heating element is made of conductive strips with a distance of 16 mm, made using Carbon NanoTube technology.

Electricity is supplied through silver-copper wires, the film is sealed on both sides and laminated with a fire-fighting polymer, which, moreover, is resistant to moisture and weathering and is well insulated. It is connected to the mains in parallel through a separately installed thermostat.

If you damage the infrared film mechanically, then only the damaged area will cease to function, and the rest of the system will work normally.

In your household, it makes sense to put a warm infrared floor, features, the designs of which evenly distribute the heating of the floors and maintain a stable air temperature in the rooms.