18mm Solid-Floor Tile Direct System - 36m2

Compatible with most modern boilers, our solid-floor tile direct system kits are perfect for use on existing floors or where digging down is not an option.

The versatility of this efficient heating system is also beneficial, perfect for heating a work or domestic premises. Even better, everything you need is included in the underfloor heating kit. 

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Incl. Vat: £1,194.00 £995.00
Availability: In stock
SKU
sfs-018-36

The Low Profile Tile Direct system kit is perfect for any room in the house or in a work setting too, offering heat without a huge heating bill. But when there is no opportunity to dig down or the existing floor is floating, such as floorboards, you need a low profile, robust solution – and our underfloor heating kit is the answer.

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Item Qty
Novatherm Solid Floor Tile Direct Panels
•18mm x 1200mm x 600mm
50
“A” Rated Grundfos 15-50/60 Heat Pump 1
Novatherm 80m x 12mm Professional Grade MLCP Plastic Piping 3
Novatherm 3 Port Dualix Manifold, including: 1
Manifold Isolating Valves 2
Temperature Gauges 2
Lockshields with flow meters on each port
Drain/fill valves with blank cap 2
Automatic air vents 2
Metal fixing brackets 2
Heatmiser Digital Thermostat 1
12mm - 3/4 Pipe Connector Cores 6
Pipe Reaming Tool 1
 

 

-- Remove all contaminants, dirt, grease etc from the substrate and make dust free.
-- Loose lay the boards across the floor and number the boards on the upper face to identify position of each board, making sure the pipework runs are calculated correctly to reach manifold position.
-- Uplift the numbered boards and prime the underside of the boards with Ultra Floor Prime-IT MSP bonding primer. This should be applied by brush or roller in a thin film. Allow to thoroughly dry to a clear green film ensuring primed face does not come into contact with other boards, walls or subfloor until it is ready to be bedded.
- -Drying time will depend upon ambient conditions but is typically between 1 and 4 hours.
-- Whilst the primer on the boards is drying commence with priming of the substrate using UltraFloor Prime-IT MSP. The primer should be diluted 3 parts water to 1 part primer and allowed to fully dry.
-- Apply flexible tile adhesive to the subfloor using a notched trowel to give a minimum 3mm adhesive bed. Bed the boards, primed side down, into the adhesive and ensure compression of adhesive ridges, ensure full compression of the adhesive to give a void free full adhesive bed. Additional use of  screws and washers is recommended over timber substrates where needed, fixed at every 300mm. Allow to cure for approximately 4 hours to ensure the adhesive has gone through its initial set before carrying out any further works.
-- Pipe work may be fitted into the boards once they are all secure. Where possible this is best left until the following day. It is recommended that the pipe system is checked for leaks and correct water pressures prior to tiling over.
-- Prime the upper face of the boards with Ultra Prime-IT MSP bonding primer. This should be applied by brush or roller in a thin film. Allow to thoroughly dry to a clear green film, (approx 1-4 hours).
-- Apply Ultra Floor Level-iT 2 two part smoothing compound over entire floor area, making sure all voids and gaps are completely filled, the levelling compound should encapsulate the whole floor and cover the board with a 5mm layer on top.
-- Allow to cure for 24 hours prior to carrying out any tiling. Cold and/or humid atmospheres will delay the curing of Level-iT 2 so allowances should be made accordingly.
-- Prime the cured Level-iT 2 using Ultra Floor Prime-IT MSP diluted with 3 parts water to 1 part primer. Allow to thoroughly dry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What room layouts are medium-sized kits most suitable for?
Medium-sized kits are most suitable for open-plan kitchens, large living rooms, or multiple smaller rooms connected to one manifold.
What makes the 36m² Tile Direct System different?
This 36m2 Tile Direct system uses 18mm pre-routed boards that let you lay pipework and tile directly over the surface, saving installation time and floor height. Covering up to 36m², it’s perfect for large, tiled spaces such as kitchens, conservatories, or living rooms requiring efficient heat output.
What pipe spacing should I plan for with this 36m² Tile Direct System?
The Tile Direct boards are routed at 150mm centres, a spacing that delivers strong, even heat under tile or stone flooring. This setup ensures rapid response times and uniform warmth across the entire 36m² installation area.
Are other flooring materials possible with this 36m² Tile Direct System?
While designed primarily for tile or stone, you can use laminate or carpet if needed. Ensure to keep the combined tog value below 2.5 to maintain effective heat transfer and use flexible adhesives or suitable levelling compounds when changing floor types.