For many homeowners in Coquitlam, British Columbia, the master bedroom often feels like the coldest spot in the house. Standard forced air might warm the air, but it does nothing to fix the "deep-chill" of laminate floors that stay frigid from November through April. You shouldn't have to brace yourself for that first contact with the ground when you wake up.
This project proves that radiant floor heating isn’t just for tile. By using an ultra-thin, foil-reinforced system designed specifically for Laminate Wood, we turned a chilly mobile home renovation into a high-end sanctuary where the floor is the most inviting part of the room.
Project Details
- Location: Coquitlam, British Columbia (BC)
- Heated Space Type: Master Bedroom / Home Office
- Flooring / Surface Type: Laminate Wood (Click-Together Floating)
- Sub-Floor Type: Wood
- Coverage Type: Strategic Comfort (65 sq. ft. of active floor area)
- System Type: Electric Radiant Floor Heating
- Voltage: 120V
- Wattage: 817W
- Amps: 7A
- Operating Cost (Estimated):
- Per Hour: ~$0.08 (Based on average BC Hydro rates)
- Per Day: ~$0.65 (Based on 8-hour usage cycle)
- Per Month: ~$19.50 (Seasonal estimate)
- WarmlyYours Products Used: Environ™ Flex Rolls & Easy Mats, SmartStat™ Programmable Thermostat
Upgrading Beyond the "Slipper Standard"
Many homeowners accept cold laminate floors as a "normal" part of winter, especially in mobile home layouts where floors sit closer to the elements. Vic Smith of Coquitlam refused to settle. Having already experienced the comfort of heated tile in his kitchen, he knew he wanted that same luxury for his master bedroom renovation. The challenge? He needed a system that worked with floating laminate without the weight, mess, or height of concrete and thinset.
The Environ™ system was the perfect fit. These reinforced foil mats are laid directly between the underlayment and the laminate planks, creating an invisible "thermal blanket." Working with a custom-designed layout from the WarmlyYours team, Vic targeted the high-traffic areas—including the crucial "foot-well" under his computer desk—ensuring he stayed warm whether he was waking up or working late.
"The feeling of the warm floor on the toes is fantastic! The extra bonus is that the whole room is warmer than before. It was a great investment in the comfort of my home." — Vic Smith, Homeowner
Featured Products
- Environ™ Flex Rolls & Easy Mats: These ultra-thin heating elements are designed for "dry" installations. They provide uniform heat distribution to laminate, engineered wood, or carpet without changing the floor height.
- SmartStat™ Programmable Thermostat: This allows for "set and forget" comfort. Schedule the floor to be toasty 15 minutes before you wake up and have it power down automatically when you leave for the day.
