Luxury In-Floor Heating for a Master Bathroom in Ann Arbor, MI

This Ann Arbor master bathroom remodel, led by the experts at DreamMaker of Ann Arbor, aimed to eliminate the shock of cold tile floors, especially during chilly Michigan winters. By installing a 67 sq. ft. TempZone™ electric floor heating system, the homeowners now enjoy consistent, luxurious warmth underfoot. This smart upgrade adds significant comfort and everyday value, transforming their daily routine into a spa-like experience.

Project Details

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Installer: DreamMaker of Ann Arbor
Heated Space Type: Master Bathroom
Square Footage: 67 sq. ft.
Flooring: Tile, Marble, or Stone
Watts: 990 W
Volts: 120V
Amps: 8 A
Products Used: TempZone™ Flex Roll, SmartStat™ Thermostat
Operating Cost: Approximately $0.21 per hour

From Cold Tile to Cozy Comfort

For homeowners in Ann Arbor, a master bathroom should be a warm, personal oasis. The challenge with this remodel was ensuring the beautiful new marble tile floor—a notoriously cold material—would be as comfortable as it was stunning. As part of a larger project, DreamMaker of Ann Arbor recommended a radiant floor heating system from WarmlyYours to provide the ultimate comfort upgrade.

The installation team selected the TempZone™ Flex Roll for its ease of use and versatility. The 1.5-foot-wide roll was easily cut and turned to fit the bathroom's specific 67 sq. ft. layout, ensuring complete and even heat coverage. The roll was laid out over the wood subfloor before the tile and mortar were applied.

The system was paired with a SmartStat™ programmable thermostat, which includes a floor sensor to ensure the tile reaches the perfect temperature. The result is a master bathroom that feels luxurious and inviting from the ground up. The in-floor heating provides gentle, silent warmth that radiates upward, heating the entire room more efficiently and comfortably than traditional forced-air vents.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does it cost to run heated floors in an Ann Arbor bathroom?

Operating costs depend on the room size, runtime, and local electricity rates. As this 67 sq. ft. project in Ann Arbor shows, the cost can be very low—about $0.21 per hour. For a typical 8-hour daily use, that's under $2.00, making it a highly affordable luxury.

2. What type of flooring works best with TempZone heating system?

This system was installed under marble tile, which is one of the best materials for radiant heating due to its excellent heat conduction. Electric floor heating is also highly effective and safe for use under ceramic and porcelain tile, stone, luxury vinyl, and laminate.

3. Is electric radiant floor heating energy efficient?

Yes. In-floor heating heats objects and people in the room directly (radiant heat) rather than just heating the air (convection heat). This provides a more comfortable, even heat at a lower thermostat setting, which reduces wasted energy. When paired with a programmable thermostat, you only use energy precisely when and where you need it.

4. Can this system be the only heat source for my bathroom?

In many cases, yes. A radiant floor heating system providing full coverage in a well-insulated room, like this 67 sq. ft. bathroom, can often serve as the primary and only heat source. This eliminates the need for drafty vents or noisy supplemental heaters.