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F E A T U R E S T O R Y eramic and stone tiles are ideal surface coverings because they are dura- ble hygienic and easy to maintain. However a common objection to tile as a floor covering is that it can be cold underfoot. This is especially true in colder climates during the winter months. There are various floor-warming systems available that can help our industry overcome this challenge and increase tile consumption to the benefit of manufacturers dis- tributors dealers installers and home owners alike. In fact floor- warming is seen as an affordable luxury to many home owners. Its a perfect marriage as tile is the best covering for floor-warming systems given its ability to effec- tively transfer heat. Systems based on hydronic tub- ing keep floors warm but are typi- cally used as the primary heating source for the home. These systems can increase comfort and reduce energy costs but if an owner is only interested in keeping his or her feet warm in the bathroom while getting ready for work in the morning an electric floor-warming system is a more practical choice. And todays electric floor-warming Dont get cold feet with todays floor heating systems eramic and stone tiles are ideal surface coverings because they are dura- ble hygienic and easy to maintain. However a common C By Sean Gerolimatos technical director Schluter Systems 32 TileLetter May 2016