0.5mm Ultra-Thin Aluminum Film Heating Mat

Product Overview

Our 0.5 mm ultra-thin aluminum film heating mat is one of the slimmest electric underfloor heating solutions available today. It is engineered specifically for renovation projects where floor height is critical, and can be installed directly under laminate, engineered wood, LVT or carpet with virtually no height increase — no screed, no major floor build-up, no rebuilding of door frames.

Unlike conventional heating cables that sit inside a thick screed, the aluminum film spreads heat across the full floor surface through a large-area conductive layer. The result is fast warm-up, an even surface temperature, and lower energy consumption because heat reaches the room quickly instead of being absorbed by a heavy floor slab.

Key Features

0.5 mm ultra-thin profile — the slimmest electric heating layer available; ideal where raising the floor is not an option.
Aluminum film construction — excellent thermal conductivity distributes warmth evenly across the entire floor.
Flexible and cuttable on site — adapts to any room shape; trim to size with scissors during installation.
Fast heat-up — reaches a comfortable floor temperature in minutes, reducing wasted energy.
Multiple floor type compatibility — suitable under laminate, engineered wood, LVT, vinyl and carpet.
Silent, dust-free operation — no moving parts, no air circulation, no allergens.
Maintenance-free service life — rated 15–25 years with sealed, robust construction.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Total thickness	0.5 mm (heating layer only)
Rated voltage	220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Widths available	Custom widths from 100 mm to 1,000 mm
Length	Continuous rolls, cut to exact room size
Power density	90–220 W/m², selectable to match floor type and climate
Surface temperature control	Via SunAura floor sensor thermostat (target 18–45 °C)
Certifications	CE, RoHS; manufactured under ISO 9001 & ISO 14001
Rated service life	15–25 years
Warranty	15-year product warranty against manufacturing defects

Installation Guide

Prepare the subfloor — the surface must be clean, dry and flat. Install a suitable insulation layer first to direct heat upward and reduce energy loss.
Lay and cut the film — roll out the mat and trim it to the room layout. Never cut across the conductive strips; cut only between the printed segments.
Connect the wiring — terminate the copper busbar connections with the supplied connectors, then connect to the floor sensor and SunAura thermostat in accordance with the wiring diagram.
Test before covering — measure the resistance of each zone and perform a full system test before installing the finished flooring. Then lay laminate, engineered wood or LVT directly over the film.

For commercial or large-area projects our engineering team provides free layout drawings and installation guidance. OEM/ODM customers can request custom widths, roll lengths and power densities.

Where It Fits

This mat is the go-to choice for:

Apartment and office renovations where floor height cannot be increased
Retrofit underfloor heating in existing buildings without removing the current floor
Rooms with height restrictions, listed interiors, or tight door clearances
Laminate, engineered wood, LVT, vinyl and carpeted floors
Bathrooms and kitchens (when paired with a suitable waterproof membrane and thermostat)

Smart Heating Integration

Combine the aluminum film mat with a SunAura Thermal WiFi thermostat for scheduled, app-controlled heating. Set a pre-heat time before you wake up, hold a comfortable temperature during the day, and drop to an energy-saving set-back at night — all from your phone. The system also accepts voice control via Amazon Alexa and Google Home when paired with a compatible SunAura smart thermostat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the aluminum film mat be installed under existing laminate flooring?

Yes — it is designed for exactly this. With only 0.5 mm added height, the film can be laid on the existing subfloor and the laminate flooring reinstalled directly on top, provided the floor manufacturer’s maximum surface temperature (typically 27–28 °C) is respected via the thermostat.

How do I cut the mat to fit my room?

The film can be trimmed to length with scissors between the printed conductive segments. Widths are factory-set but can be customised for OEM/ODM orders of any quantity. Each zone must be terminated and tested before covering.

Is 0.5 mm film safe and does it need special tools?

Yes. The product is CE and RoHS certified, EMF-shielded, and requires only standard wiring tools plus the supplied connectors. A multimeter is used to verify resistance before the floor covering is installed.

Can I order custom widths or power densities?

Yes. As the manufacturer, we produce custom widths from 100 mm to 1,000 mm, custom roll lengths and power densities from 90–220 W/m². Send your project drawings to our engineering team for a free layout design and quotation.

Retrofitting underfloor heating in an old building where the floor cannot be raised? This section covers the buying side of our 0.5 mm ultra-thin aluminum film heating mat: factory-direct wholesale pricing, custom widths from 100 mm to 1,000 mm, selectable power density from 90–220 W/m², and OEM/ODM support. The mat spreads heat through a large-area conductive aluminum layer and installs directly under laminate, engineered wood, LVT, vinyl or carpet — and the notes below explain how to order it correctly for renovations, apartments and offices.

Factory-Direct Wholesale Pricing & How to Buy

SunAura aluminum film mats are sold factory-direct from our own lines — no trading-company mark-up. The wholesale price depends on mat width, total roll length, selected power density (90–220 W/m² to match floor type and climate) and order volume, under EXW or FOB export terms. Send us your project drawings and our engineering team will produce a free layout design and come back with a same-day quotation.

Item	Details
MOQ	Flexible — sample pieces for evaluation; production MOQ and pricing depend on width, length and quantity, confirmed in your quotation
Bulk discounts	Volume tiers for contractors, distributors and renovation projects; larger roll quantities receive preferential wholesale pricing
Lead time	Standard builds from stock where available; custom widths, lengths or power densities produced to schedule after confirmation
Samples	Sample rolls available so installers can check the 0.5 mm profile and cutting detail on site — ask our sales team for current terms
OEM / ODM	Custom widths 100–1,000 mm, custom power densities, private-label packaging and matched thermostats for wholesale programmes
Export terms	EXW / FOB; CE, RoHS and ISO 9001 / 14001 documents issued with every shipment

To start an enquiry, contact our sales team with your project drawings — or message us on WhatsApp for a fast reply about stock widths and sample dispatch.

Ordering & Shipping Process

Every order follows the same checked routine. First, send the floor plan: room dimensions, the finished floor covering (laminate, engineered wood, LVT, vinyl or carpet), the existing subfloor condition and your climate zone. Second, our engineers choose the right power density per zone, draw the free layout showing where the mat rolls sit and where copper busbars are terminated, and confirm the electrical load. Third, we cut the continuous rolls to your layout, terminate the busbar connectors, and — as with every installation guide — remind installers to resistance-test each zone before the floor covering goes down. Fourth, goods ship by sea, air or express courier in export cartons, with the 15-year warranty documentation, installation manual and sensor guidance included.

Because the mat is only 0.5 mm thick and rolls flat, freight is efficient and door frames rarely need adjustment on site. For distributors we can hold agreed widths and roll lengths in a rolling-stock programme; neutral or private-label packing and drop shipping are available for selected e-commerce partners — ask whether your region qualifies.

Customization & OEM Support

As the manufacturer, we customise the mat in-house: widths from 100 mm to 1,000 mm, continuous rolls cut to exact room size, power density selectable from 90–220 W/m² for different floor types and climates, and matched SunAura floor-sensor thermostats with a target range of 18–45 °C. The 15-year product warranty against manufacturing defects and the 15–25 year rated service life apply equally to custom builds. Private-label branding, printed packaging and bilingual manuals are routine for our wholesale customers; for large renovation chains we also co-engineer a standard zone spec that keeps every project repeatable.

Where This Mat Fits Your Project

The 0.5 mm mat is the go-to choice for apartment and office renovations where floor height cannot be increased, retrofit underfloor heating in existing buildings without removing the current floor, rooms with height restrictions or tight door clearances, and laminate, engineered wood, LVT, vinyl or carpeted floors — including bathrooms and kitchens when paired with a suitable waterproof membrane and thermostat.

If your renovation instead uses tile or stone, the 160 W self-adhesive heating mat beds into tile adhesive at 3.6 mm; and for projects where a standard dry film build-up is acceptable, the wider graphene heating film family offers twelve widths from 10 cm to 100 cm. The full range is listed on the underfloor heating category page; real layouts are shown on our applications page and common questions collected in the FAQ hub.

Warranty & After-Sales Support

The mat is covered by a 15-year product warranty against manufacturing defects and a rated service life of 15–25 years, built and certified under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 with CE and RoHS compliance. Because renovation projects are often one-off jobs, our after-sales promise is practical: send us the room plan, the zone drawing and the multimeter reading, and our engineers will help trace any abnormal resistance remotely before the finished floor is sealed over. For renovation companies who fit the same spec across many apartments, we keep layout drawings and test records on file, so every unit is commissioned, documented and warranted the same way — and replacement rolls match the original widths and power density exactly.

Why Renovation Contractors Choose This Mat

After the first old-building job, contractors usually repeat the same points: the mat lays over the existing subfloor without raising doors, it trims with scissors between printed segments, and the aluminum layer spreads heat so the room warms in minutes rather than waiting for a slab. For apartment owners, the deciding factor is often the simplest one — the finished floor goes straight back down over the mat, with no screed, no mess and no weeks of drying time.

Purchasing & Installation FAQ

How do I order an ultra-thin aluminum film heating mat for old building renovation?

Send us the floor plan and the finished floor type; our engineers return a free layout design with a same-day quotation, choosing the right power density (90–220 W/m²) for your climate. MOQ and pricing are confirmed in writing per order because they depend on width, roll length and quantity.

Can I get sample rolls of the 0.5 mm underfloor heating mat before a bulk order?

Yes — sample rolls are available so installers can check the profile, the scissors-cut line between printed segments and the connector detail on site. Contact our sales team or message us on WhatsApp, stating your market voltage (220–240 V, 50/60 Hz), and we will confirm current sample terms and dispatch.

Do you supply OEM wholesale programs for distributors who stock the mat locally?

Yes. We offer custom widths from 100 mm to 1,000 mm, private-label packaging, rolling-stock programmes and bilingual installation manuals. Matched floor-sensor thermostats can be bundled into one shipment so your customers receive a complete, ready-to-commission kit.

What is the lead time for a retrofit underfloor heating project of several apartments?

Standard builds ship from stock where available; custom widths, lengths or power densities are produced to schedule after confirmation, normally a few weeks depending on volume and season. For phased renovation contracts, ask us to reserve stock and we will plan deliveries around your site schedule.

Which thermostat works with the aluminum film mat, and what temperature range is safe?

The system runs from a SunAura floor-sensor thermostat covering a target range of 18–45 °C — WiFi smart models allow phone scheduling and work with compatible voice assistants. Always keep the finished-floor manufacturer’s maximum surface temperature in mind, typically 27–28 °C for wood and laminate, and commission with a resistance test before covering.

FAQ

1. How does the 0.5 mm aluminum mat differ from a standard graphene heating film?

Both are thin radiant elements, but the aluminum mat adds a large-area conductive layer that spreads warmth across the whole floor surface, so the room heats faster and more evenly than with discrete printed strips. This aluminum film heating mat vs film trade-off is why renovation contractors choose the mat when even surface temperature matters more than maximum width range.

2. Where can the mat be cut with scissors during installation?

Only between the printed conductive segments — never across the strips themselves. Following this aluminum mat cutting guide exactly keeps every segment live, and each trimmed zone is then terminated and resistance-tested before the finished floor goes down.

3. Can the mat be installed under existing laminate flooring that was lifted up?

Yes — it is designed for exactly this: the mat lays on the existing subfloor at just 0.5 mm, and the laminate is reinstalled directly on top. An under-laminate aluminum mat retrofit needs no screed, no door rebuilding and almost no height increase.

4. What power density should I choose for carpet versus LVT?

Power density is selectable from 90–220 W/m² to match the floor type and climate — denser builds for heat-retentive floors in colder zones, lighter builds for LVT or carpet over good insulation. Our engineers recommend the 90–220 W/m² underfloor heating mat setting per room when you send the floor plan.

5. Does the mat need an insulation layer underneath?

Yes. A suitable insulation layer beneath the mat directs heat upward and stops energy disappearing into the subfloor — the same principle as with any dry film installation. This aluminum mat underlay insulation step is what keeps running costs low in old apartment renovations.

6. Is the ultra-thin mat safe under carpet in bedrooms?

Yes. The mat is CE- and RoHS-certified, EMF-shielded and thermostat-limited, so it is safe under carpet, vinyl or laminate in living areas and bedrooms. A carpeted under-carpet heating mat still requires the flooring maker’s surface-temperature limit to be set on the thermostat.

7. Can I order custom widths from 100 mm to 1,000 mm for a renovation chain?

Yes. As the manufacturer we produce custom widths between 100 mm and 1,000 mm, custom roll lengths and chosen power densities, plus private-label packaging. For a custom-width aluminum heating mat programme, send your standard room widths and we will lock a repeatable spec.

8. How do I test the mat before laying the finished floor?

Measure the resistance of each zone with a multimeter against the value on the supplied label, and repeat the test after laying the floor covering. This heating mat resistance test is the same check on every installation and creates the baseline any future warranty comparison uses.