This SunTouch HeatMatrix (TM) anti-fracture membrane mat is designed to offer simplicity during heating wire installation. HeatMatrix mat offers features such as vapor management, sheer stress control, water proofing and optional spacing for room heating control. This anti-fracture mat may be used as a backboard replacement and will cover a 161 square feet area. Simply prepare substrate with modified thinset, set HeatMatrix by embedding the underside fleece into the thinset base, install heating wire at a standard 3 inch spacing, and install tile using a thinset as recommended by the tile manufacturer.
Mat covers 161 SQ FT to provide a barrier against surface water
Grooved channels allow evaporation of moisture from below the membrane
One-ply, non-woven fleece on membrane’s underside minimizes substrate movement that causes tile cracking
Easy adjustability of spacing to match varying heating requirements
Vapor management
Sheer stress control
Waterproofing
