Does the mat transfer heat to the surface on which it's resting? (so, could I use it on my wooden kitchen table?)
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You absolutely can use it on your wooed kitchen table. That is exactly where I use it . It does not transfer the heat . I love using this mat . Anita is right, though . It does move more, but not that much. Of course it stays put better on the washer/dryer.
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I cannot answer the question. I have not used it for ironing. I was using it to cover my new dryer to protect it but it was too small.
1688561
Its magnetic-adhers to another metal surface like the top of the washer or dryer-not a wooden surface. If used on your kitchen table, it would move when you iron which would not work.
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Well to be honest I didn't buy it to iron onI bought it so my guys wouldn't scratch up the top of my new dryer. But I really don't think it would transfer heat by by the look of the fabric. And if it did I really don't think it would get hot enough to harm anything. Hope this helps
1688563
You know I'm not sure. I use it on my washer for that reason and because it has magnets.
698810
I had the same doubts, so I use a wood cutting board to place hot/warm items on the table just in case. So far the table has performed as expected.
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If it got knocked over with the water in it, yes. But if just running it on a wooden table, no. The cool air is diffused straight up, with this particular model, so no moisture or mist is directed toward the table.
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You can definitely feel the output of cool air. Ours is on hard wood floors with a piece of felt underneath to prevent any scratches. Neither the floor nor the felt have ever been even slightly damp. I would imagine carpet would be ok
1672155
You should be able to. The mat is thin a flexible. But I think that the mat will not be able to cool as well if covered keeping the heat that is absorbed trapped and not allowed to dissipate.
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The instructions say it is for outdoor use only. I doubt this would be a good use for the mat as the mat is just warm enough to melt snow. That probably isn't a high enough temperature to warm a foyer.
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Well the mat is not absorbent. The water would be retained on top. Depending on the amount of water I wouldn't think so.
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I would put something like a baker's sheet under it and it may still scorch the wood. I have mine on a little steel mesh table.
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I would not recommend using this on a wood surface to protect from heat especially in a kitchen with a toaster oven. You will want to check with your local building codes to see what they would recommend. This way you are properly protected in case you ever have a fire or ever have an insurance claim.
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I am using it for a wood desk, but since the mat is smooth, I'm sure it would be suitable for any type surface.
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I got this for my Mom. She uses on top of her dryer and the magnets hold it in place. My Mom is very pleased with this mat. I don't see why it couldn't be used on a wood table. The top of the mat should protect the wood from the heat and steam but I would check it out while using the mat to make sure the heat is not too much for the table top. You could also use it on the floor but once again I would suggest checking the surface under the mat to make sure the heat from the iron is not too much for the surface under the mat. You could also try several layers of towels under the mat to protect any surface you place the mat on. I got this for my Mom. She uses on top of her dryer and the magnets hold it in place. My Mom is very pleased with this mat. I don't see why it couldn't be used on a wood table. The top of the mat should protect the wood from the heat and steam but I would check it out while using the mat to make sure the heat is not too much for the table top. You could also use it on the floor but once again I would suggest checking the surface under the mat to make sure the heat from the iron is not too much for the surface under the mat. You could also try several layers of towels under the mat to... » Read More I got this for my Mom. She uses on top of her dryer and the magnets hold it in place. My Mom is very pleased with this mat. I don't see why it couldn't be used on a wood table. The top of the mat should protect the wood from the heat and steam but I would check it out while using the mat to make sure the heat is not too much for the table top. You could also use it on the floor but once again I would suggest checking the surface under the mat to make sure the heat from the iron is not too much for the surface under the mat. You could also try several layers of towels under the mat to protect any surface you place the mat on. « Show Less
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I honestly cannot say for sure since I use my mat in my office setting and it is on top of carpet. I have used other mats on my kitchen floor; however, where the floor was washed and it did not seem to affect the mat in any way. I really don't think it will affect this mat either since it is a sturdy rubber back. Hope this helps.
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Yes it does produce heat. Enough so that if it is sitting on a dining table and you were sitting at the table you would feel it. It is not enough to heat a room though. The fuel burns up somewhat quickly so it is not the solution for heating. MIT creates fabulous ambiance though.
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Yes. I leave it plugged in all day and night. The heat isn't triggered until there is weight on the mat (their weight). When there isn't weight, the heat doesn't kick in.
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Your question is a bit unclear. This particular mat should be installed under a tiled surface. If you install this mat beneath your tile, you can place a rug over the tile, but this defeats the purpose of heating the tile. If you are asking if this can be installed on top of your flooring, the answer is no. Regarding laminate and wood flooring, this particular mat is not suited for these applications. You can find radiant heat mats designed for installation under laminate and wood flooring.
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If something warm is put on it like a just poured cup of coffee, it will not harm the mat. I do not know how the mat would react if you were to place something that is very hot that came out of the mircowave or an oven since I haven't done that.
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I'm not sure you can get both a light and mat to heat to the same temperature. I used it to keep a heating pad from exceeding 105-deg. It works perfectly.