ELEKTRA MD electric underfloor heating mat

Electric heating solution

MD Electric Underfloor Heating Mats

Pre-spaced heating mats for tiles and stone, available in 100, 160 and 200W/m² outputs.

The self-adhesive mesh rolls out across open floor areas. Compare the outputs below, then choose a mat that fits your planned heated area.

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Elektra MD electric underfloor heating mat on self-adhesive mesh

The system behind the outputs

What Is An MD Heating Mat?

An MD heating mat uses a slim twin-conductor cable fixed at consistent spacing to a self-adhesive fibreglass mesh. The mesh makes it quicker to position the cable evenly across open, regular-shaped floor areas.

The finished floor determines how the mat must be covered, so confirm the complete floor build-up before ordering.

  • Approximately 3.9mm thin
  • Self-adhesive mesh
  • Cut-and-turn layout
  • Close-spaced, even warmth

Best for open, regular-shaped rooms. For awkward layouts, consider UltraTec heating cable.

Shop MD Heating Mats

Choose the output for your room, then select your heated area on the product page.

100W/m² Elektra MD Electric Underfloor Heating Sticky Mat Kit

ELEKTRA MD MAT

100W/m²

Comfort floor warming alongside a radiator or heated towel rail.

Choose it whenA well-insulated room has another heat source providing most of its heating.

Typical spacesEn-suites, well-insulated bathrooms and lower-demand rooms.

From £72.49

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160W/m² Elektra MD Electric Underfloor Heating Sticky Mat Kit
Best for most tiled rooms

ELEKTRA MD MAT

160W/m²

Responsive floor warming or potential room heating for most tiled rooms.

Choose it whenYou want a versatile starting point and the calculated heat loss supports it.

Typical spacesBathrooms, kitchens and well-insulated living areas.

From £71.49

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200W/m² Elektra MD Electric Underfloor Heating Sticky Mat Kit

ELEKTRA MD MAT

200W/m²

Higher output for greater heat loss or limited usable heated floor area.

Choose it whenThe room needs more output or a faster response than lower wattages provide.

Typical spacesExtensions, colder rooms and higher-demand spaces.

From £86.99

Shop 200W/m² mats

Prices vary by mat size. Choose your heated area on the product page for the exact price.

These are practical starting points. Confirm the final output against the room’s calculated heat loss, usable heated area, insulation, floor finish and complete floor build-up.

Elektra MD heating mat ready to roll across the subfloor

Simple installation

How An MD Mat Is Installed

The cable is already arranged on a 500mm-wide self-adhesive mesh, making the installation sequence easier to see and plan.

  1. 1Plan the usable heated area, excluding fixed units and unsuitable zones
  2. 2Roll the self-adhesive mat across the prepared, stable subfloor
  3. 3Cut the mesh—not the cable—to turn the mat and change direction
  4. 4Test, position the floor sensor and cover using the specified floor build-up
Close-up diagram of Elektra MD heating cable spacing

Designed for even warmth

Why Cable Spacing Matters

MD uses a 12W-per-metre heating cable placed more closely across the mesh. Consistent spacing helps the finished floor warm evenly rather than concentrating heat into widely spaced strips.

  • Closer cable spacing helps reduce hot and cool bands
  • Twin-conductor design uses a single-ended power connection
  • The cable is hand-stitched securely to the mesh
  • Manufactured in Europe with CE certification and UK support

Plan the complete installation

Where MD Heating Mats Work Best

MD works best in open, regular-shaped rooms. Plan the complete floor build-up before ordering.

  • Regular-shaped rooms with a clear, usable heating area
  • A prepared, stable subfloor with suitable insulation where specified
  • Tile and stone floors with compatible flexible adhesive or levelling compound
  • A compatible thermostat and correctly positioned floor sensor
Typical tiled floor build-up with an MD heating mat

Typical MD Floor Build-Up

The mat is covered with compatible adhesive or levelling compound before the approved floor finish is installed.

  1. 1Prepared and stable base floor
  2. 2Suitable insulation or tile backer board where specified
  3. 3MD heating mat and correctly positioned floor sensor
  4. 4Compatible flexible tile adhesive and/or levelling compound
  5. 5Compatible finished floor

MD heating mat advice

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the main questions about choosing, sizing and installing an MD electric heating mat.

What is an MD heating mat?

An MD mat is a slim electric heating cable pre-spaced on a self-adhesive fibreglass mesh. The mesh makes it quicker to lay the cable evenly across regular-shaped floor areas.

Can MD heating mats heat the whole room?

They can act as the primary heat source when the selected output and available heated area meet the calculated room heat loss. Otherwise, the system can provide comfortable floor warming alongside another heat source.

Which floor finishes can be used over MD mats?

MD mats are commonly installed beneath tile and natural stone. Compatible wood, vinyl or carpet can also form part of an approved build-up when the heating mat is fully covered by a suitable levelling compound. Follow the heating, covering-layer and flooring manufacturers’ instructions.

Can the heating mat be cut and turned?

The fibreglass mesh can be cut so the mat can turn and continue in another direction. The heating cable itself must never be cut, shortened, crossed or allowed to touch another cable run.

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Which output should I choose: 100W, 160W or 200W?

100W is usually chosen for comfort floor warming in suitable, well-insulated areas. 160W is the versatile starting point for many tiled rooms. 200W provides a higher output where the room design requires it. Confirm the final choice with a heat-loss assessment rather than room type alone.

Do I need insulation below the MD mat?

Suitable insulation can reduce downward heat loss and improve response time. The correct type and thickness depend on the subfloor, available floor build-up and chosen finish.

How do I choose the correct mat size?

Measure only the free floor area that can be heated, excluding fixed furniture and fittings where required. MD mats are 500mm wide and the cable cannot be shortened, so choose a mat area that fits completely inside the planned heated space.

Do I need a thermostat, floor sensor and electrician?

Use a compatible thermostat and correctly positioned floor sensor to control the installation. Electrical testing, connection and certification must be completed in accordance with the product instructions and applicable regulations by a suitably qualified electrician.