Luxury Comfort for an Outdoor Concrete Bench in Clarksville, TN

This project, completed by AR Stoneworks & Outdoor Living in Clarksville, Tennessee, transformed a cold concrete patio and bench into a welcoming, year-round gathering space. The challenge was creating outdoor seating that was comfortable even in cold weather and ensuring the patio area remained clear of snow and ice. WarmlyYours solved this with a low-profile electric radiant snow melting cable system embedded directly into the new concrete pour, providing reliable snow removal and cozy, floor warming heat for the bench seating. This added significant value, comfort, and safety to the outdoor living area.

Project Details

Location: Clarksville, Tennessee
Heated Space Type: Outdoor Patio & Bench (Snow Melting/Floor Warming)
Square Footage: 32 sq. ft.
Electrical Specs: 1500 Watts, 120 Volts, 13 Amps
Flooring: New Concrete (Outdoor)
Operating Cost Per Hour: $0.11
- Per Day (8 hours of operation): Approx. $0.88
- Per Month (Assuming 30 days of 8-hour operation): Approx. $26.40
Products Used: Snow Melt Cable, Small Relay Panel, Snow Melt Timer Control

Creating a Cozy Outdoor Oasis

The customer, working with AR Stoneworks & Outdoor Living, sought to maximize the utility and comfort of their new outdoor living space in Clarksville, TN. While patios are fantastic in the summer, they can become unusable, cold, and even hazardous with snow and ice during the winter months. The main design element was a custom-built concrete bench, which, without heating, would have been perpetually cold to the touch.

The installer opted for a WarmlyYours electric radiant heating system using Snow Melt Cables. The cable was carefully laid out not only in the patio's walkway area but also directly beneath the surface of the concrete bench. During the new concrete pour, the cables were secured to rebar or mesh, ensuring they were perfectly positioned to deliver consistent, comfortable heat. This seamless integration solved the two main problems: the Snow Melt Cable provides efficient, automatic snow removal from the patio, while the in-floor heating effect makes the concrete bench a luxuriously warm place to sit, extending the enjoyment of the outdoor space well into the colder seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does it cost to run heated surfaces in Clarksville, TN?

The operating cost for electric radiant systems depends on the system's wattage and your local electricity rate. For this 1500-watt bench system in Clarksville, TN, the floor warming costs approximately $0.11 per hour. Generally, due to Tennessee's lower electricity rates, electric floor heating is a very affordable luxury.

2. Can electric radiant heating replace the main heating system for an outdoor space?

Electric radiant heating, especially a snow melting system like this one, is not intended to be the main heating source for a home's indoor space. For outdoor spaces like this bench, it provides targeted, luxurious radiant comfort and snow removal. It functions as a powerful, efficient system to ensure the surface is warm and snow-free.

3. What type of flooring or surface works best with outdoor electric radiant heating?

Electric radiant floor heating for outdoor applications is most effective when installed in thermally conductive materials like concrete (new pour or slab), asphalt, or in a mortar bed beneath pavers or tile. The concrete used for this bench and patio in Clarksville, TN is ideal for absorbing and radiating the floor warming heat efficiently.

4. Is electric snow melting and bench heating an energy efficient solution?

Yes, the radiant floor heating method is highly energy efficient because it directly heats the surface and objects, not the air. Snow melting systems are also efficient as they can be equipped with sensors that only turn the system on when both the temperature is low and moisture is detected, saving energy by only running when necessary.