Hydronic Flooring
Hydronic Flooring
Great White Foam manufactures hydronic flooring insulation panels. By using an expanded polystyrene (EPS) hydronic flooring system you gain the benefit of reduced heating loss and a channel that can be used to install pex tubing without staples.
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Material Grade
Hydronic flooring panels are most commonly manufactured with GWF15 (Type 2) expanded polystyrene (EPS).
| Panel Size | 24°C | 4.4°C | -3.9°C |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-1/2" x 4' x 4' | R6.1 | R6.6 | R6.9 |
| 2" x 4' x 4' | R8.1 | R8.8 | R9.2 |
| 2-1/2" x 4' x 4' | R10.1 | R11.0 | R11.5 |
| 3" x 4' x 4' | R12.1 | R13.2 | R13.8 |
| 4" x 4' x 4' | R16.2 | R17.6 | R18.4 |
Hydronic flooring insulation panels can be made with other EPS grades. Learn more about the different materials available by visiting our material specifications page.
Dimensions
The pex channel will accommodate ½”, 5/8”, or ¾” I.D Tubing. Panels are manufactured in common sizes:
| Panel Size | Pc / Bag | Coverage / Bundle |
|---|---|---|
| 1-1/2" x 4' x 4' | 19 pc | 304 sf |
| 2" x 4' x 4' | 15 pc | 240 sf |
| 2-1/2" x 4' x 4' | 12 pc | 192 sf |
| 3" x 4' x 4' | 10 pc | 160 sf |
| 4" x 4' x 4' | 8 pc | 128 sf |
Custom sizes are available upon request.