Can QuickNet be repaired if damaged?
Yes, QuickNet can be repaired using our mat repair kit. If you suspect that your mat needs to be repaired, please contact our Customer Care department at 0800 969013. Your entire floor will not need to be ripped up to repair the break (this is a common misperception of electric floor heating systems).
Can QuickNet go under solid hardwood or laminate wood?
QuickNet is only permitted to be installed under tile or stone.
Does the mat radiate heat off the edge of the mat?
No, you will only feel heat directly over where QuickNet is installed.
Where do the leads come out?
On our standard mats, the 10' leads come out of the corner of the mat. There is no upside or downside on our Standard Mats so the mats can be flipped around so that the leads are closer to the thermostat location. On our custom mats, we require the homeowner/contractor to specify the location of the thermostat on their room drawings. When the custom mat is manufactured, the 10' leads come out at the thermostat location indicated on the room drawing.
How many mats can I connect to one thermostat?
The amperage limit of a single RAYCHEM thermostat is 13 amps so 18m2 QuickNet 160w/m2 and 33m2 of QuickNet 90w/m2.
Can cable be shortened?
No, the cable must not be separated, shortened or extended. Only the mains lead can be cut.
When should I choose QuickNet-90 and when QuickNet-160?
If you have a poorly insulated floor, if you want a fast heat-up of the floor or a higher temperature, choose QuickNet-160. If you want to install straight onto a timber subfloor choose QuickNet 90w/m2.
Can I use QuickNet under a laminate or linoleum floor?
We strongly advise to use T2Red (self-regulating) cable under temperature sensitive floors. Under certain conditions, it is possible to install QuickNet under these floors, but please contact us to get more information on these installation methods.