Laticrete 0177-1084-H STRATA HEAT Mat - Floor Heating Uncoupling and Waterproofing Polypropylene Membrane Underlayment Sheet

Product Features:

• Dual-Function Design: Combines the comfort of electric floor heating cables with the protection of an uncoupling membrane, providing warm tile floors while reducing substrate stress and tile cracking.
• Fast Drying & Stronger Bond: The LATICRETE STRATA_HEAT Mat features innovative mortar hydration vents that allow moisture to escape, promoting faster mortar drying, improved thin-set curing, and a superior mechanical bond.
• Flexible Heating Wire Placement: Securely holds floor heating cables at multiple spacing intervals, allowing customized heat coverage and easy installation for both small and large floor areas.
• Universal Mortar Compatibility: Engineered for use with both modified and unmodified thin-set mortars, meeting ANSI A118.1, A118.4, and A118.11 standards to ensure professional-grade installation and long-term performance.
• Vapor Management & Crack Isolation: Provides excellent vapor equalization and uncoupling between substrate and tile, protecting against lateral movement and helping prevent tile or grout cracking.
• Translucent Surface for Coverage Verification: Its translucent color allows instant confirmation of thinset mortar coverage during installation, ensuring accuracy and quality control.
• Versatile Tile Compatibility: Ideal for use under ceramic tile, porcelain tile, granite, marble, mosaic, glass, and natural stone, ensuring a stable base for residential and commercial applications.
• Quick & Easy Installation: Eliminates the need for self-leveling underlayment (SLU), saving time and labor while offering lightweight handling and precise layout for both DIY installers and tile professionals.
• Durable & Energy-Efficient: Designed for long-term durability and efficient heat transfer, providing even warmth distribution and enhancing comfort across bathroom, kitchen, basement, or entryway floors.
• Part of the LATICRETE STRATA_HEAT System: Integrates seamlessly with STRATA_HEAT Wire, STRATA_HEAT Thermostat, and STRATA_HEAT Spliceless Cables, forming a complete electric radiant floor heating system.

Product Description:

The LATICRETE STRATA_HEAT Mat is an advanced electric radiant floor heating membrane that merges innovative floor warming technology with the proven benefits of uncoupling, crack isolation, and vapor management. Engineered for precision and versatility, it delivers a comfortable heated floor experience while reinforcing the bond between tile and substrate for long-lasting durability.

Crafted with integrated mortar hydration vents, the STRATA_HEAT Mat promotes faster thinset curing, stronger adhesive bonding, and accelerated grout readiness—reducing installation time without compromising performance. Its translucent surface allows for instant visual verification of mortar coverage, ensuring flawless application across all areas.

The mat securely holds heating wires in place at customizable spacing options, enabling installers to tailor heat output for optimal comfort. Designed for compatibility with both modified and unmodified mortars, it fully meets ANSI industry standards, offering flexibility for various installation conditions and substrate types.

Ideal for both residential and commercial projects, the STRATA_HEAT Mat provides vapor management, crack prevention, and substrate stress absorption, protecting your tile from delamination or fractures caused by temperature and structural movement. It is suitable for all infloor tile types, including porcelain, ceramic, marble, granite, mosaic, and natural stone tiles.

This lightweight, prefabricated heating membrane simplifies installation by removing the need for self-leveling compounds, making it perfect for bathroom, kitchen, basement, and renovation projects. Whether you’re upgrading your home decor, improving energy efficiency, or modernizing a high-traffic commercial area, the LATICRETE STRATA_HEAT Mat ensures reliable waterproofing, consistent warmth, and unmatched installation efficiency.