For many homeowners in Oakville, a basement bathroom is a practical necessity that comes with a persistent trade-off: bone-chilling floors. Because these rooms sit directly above cold concrete slabs, materials like tile and stone act as heat-sinks, drawing warmth away from your feet the moment you step inside.
Many people accept "wearing slippers" or "laying down thick rugs" as a permanent solution to a design flaw. But a bathroom should be a place of comfort and rejuvenation, not a room you hurry to leave because the floor feels like ice. WarmlyYours solved this by addressing the thermal bridge head-on, turning a cold basement floor into a consistent source of gentle, radiant warmth.
Project Details
- Location: Oakville, ON, Canada
- Heated Space Type: Basement Bathroom
- Flooring Type: Tile, Marble, or Stone
- Coverage Type: Full (Wall-to-wall comfort)
- Total Heated Square Footage: 23–30 sq. ft.
- System Type: Radiant Floor Heating (TempZone™ Cable)
- Voltage: 120V
- Wattage: 339 Watts
- Amps: 3.0A (Energy efficient)
- Operating Cost:
- Per Hour: ~$0.05
- Per Day (8 hours): ~$0.40
- Per Month: ~$12.00 (Based on average Ontario rates)
- WarmlyYours Products Used: TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable, nTrust Non-Programmable Thermostat, Prodeso Heat Membrane.
- Installer: Robert McKinnon, Electrilight Ltd. (Oakville, ON)
Professional Comfort for an Oakville Basement
Homeowners often tolerate "cold spots" in their basements, assuming that below-grade rooms are naturally destined to be uncomfortable. In this Oakville project, Robert McKinnon of Electrilight Ltd. recognized that the high thermal mass of tile and marble would make this bathroom feel like a refrigerator during Ontario’s harsh winters without a dedicated heat source.
By utilizing the TempZone™ Cable system paired with a professional-grade Prodeso Membrane, the team ensured maximum heat density and structural integrity. Spaced at 3.75 inches within the membrane's studs, the cable provides an even distribution of warmth across the entire 29-square-foot floor. This wasn't just about taking the "edge" off the cold; it was about turning the floor into the primary comfort provider. The membrane allows for a custom layout that weaves around the vanity and toilet, ensuring there are no "cold zones" where you stand. The result is a bathroom that stays warm and dry, preventing the damp, musty feeling often associated with basement levels.
Featured Products
- TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable (120V): This isn't a one-size-fits-all mat. The cable allows for flexible installation in tight bathroom layouts, ensuring the heat reaches every corner.
- nTrust Non-Programmable Thermostat: Pure simplicity. It maintains a steady, comfortable temperature without the complexity of constant programming—perfect for a guest or basement bathroom.
- Prodeso Heat Membrane: This uncoupling membrane serves two vital roles: it holds the heating cable at perfect intervals for even heat distribution and protects the tile from cracking by absorbing the natural expansion and contraction of the basement subfloor.
