An Elgin, Illinois homeowner wanted to banish cold tile floors from their 64 sq. ft. bathroom for good. Working with the Kitchen & Bath Design Store, they chose a WarmlyYours electric floor heating system. This solution provided luxurious, consistent comfort underfoot, adding significant value and spa-like appeal to the home efficiently and affordably.
Project Details
- Location: Elgin, IL
- Heated Space Type: Bathroom
- Total Square Footage: 64 sq. ft.
- Heated Square Footage: 40.5 sq. ft.
- System Specs: 607 Watts, 120 Volts, 5.1 Amps
- Operating Cost: ~$0.09 per hour
- Products Used: TempZone™ Flex Roll, SmartStat™ Programmable Thermostat
From Cold Tile to Cozy Comfort
The challenge for this Elgin residence was a common one: a beautiful bathroom renovation that was still plagued by icy-cold tile floors, especially during Illinois winters. The homeowner wanted a comfort upgrade that would transform the room into a warm, inviting retreat without a complicated or obtrusive heating system.
The Kitchen & Bath Design Store, a local expert in custom interiors, recommended WarmlyYours radiant floor heating as the ideal solution. They selected a 40.5 sq. ft. TempZone™ Flex Roll system. This product is a perfect choice for rectangular spaces, as the roll can be cut and turned to fit the floor plan, ensuring full coverage. The roll was installed quickly over the wood subfloor before the new tile was set, making it an invisible upgrade.
The outcome is a stunning bathroom that feels as good as it looks. The in-floor heating provides gentle, even warmth from the ground up, completely eliminating cold spots. Paired with a SmartStat™ programmable thermostat, the homeowner can set heating schedules for maximum energy efficiency, having the floor warm just when they need it. This project successfully turned a standard bathroom into a luxurious, spa-like oasis.
Featured Products
- TempZone™ Flex Rolls (TRT120-1.5x27): This system consists of heating cable pre-attached to a mesh, allowing for simple and fast roll-out installation. It's an excellent, cost-effective choice for larger, more open areas, providing 15 watts per sq. ft. of powerful, even heat.
- SmartStat™ Programmable Thermostat (TH115-AF-GA-08): This "smart" thermostat allows for easy 7-day programming to match any schedule, helping to maximize comfort while minimizing energy use. It includes a floor sensor to ensure precise temperature control and features a large, easy-to-read backlit display.
