Why "Cold Tile" Doesn't Have to Be Part of Your Morning Routine
For many homeowners in Illinois, the day begins with a tentative step onto a freezing bathroom floor. We often accept this "thermal shock" as a normal part of winter living. But that biting chill isn't just a minor annoyance—it’s a disruption to the peace and comfort of your home.
In this Streamwood, IL project, the homeowner traded the daily chill for a spa-like sanctuary. By installing radiant floor heating beneath 69 square feet of elegant tile, they transformed their bathroom into a space that feels as warm as it looks. It’s no longer just a utility room; it’s a high-comfort retreat that adds genuine value to their daily life and their property.
Project Details
- Location: Streamwood, IL
- Heated Space Type: Bathroom
- Flooring / Surface Type: Tile, Marble, or Stone (installed over Wood Subfloor)
- Coverage Type: Full Coverage
- Total Heated Square Footage: 69 sq. ft.
- System Type: TempZone™ Cable Floor Heating
- Voltage: 120V
- Wattage: 818 W
- Amps: 6.8 A
- Operating Cost:
- Per Hour: ~$0.11 (based on average IL rates)
- Per Day: ~$0.44 (based on 4 hours of active heating)
- Per Month: ~$13.20 (estimated seasonal usage)
- WarmlyYours Products Used: TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable, Prodeso Membrane, Circuit Check, Electrical Rough-in Kit.
Smart Design Meets Daily Comfort
Tile and stone are beautiful, but they are naturally "heat-thirsty" materials—they pull warmth away from your feet, leaving the room feeling colder than the thermostat suggests. In the Chicagoland climate, this often leads to "hot and cold" spots where the air is warm but the surfaces are frigid.
This installation utilized the TempZone™ Cable system paired with the Prodeso Membrane. This duo solves two major homeowner concerns: it provides consistent, enveloping heat while the membrane acts as an uncoupling layer to protect the tile from cracking due to the natural movement of the wood subfloor. By embedding the cable directly into the membrane channels, the warmth is distributed perfectly across the stone—eliminating those icy patches and replacing them with a gentle, consistent glow.
The result? A bathroom where the comfort is felt before it's even seen.
Featured Products
- TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable: Provides the flexible, reliable heat needed to navigate around vanities and plumbing for total floor coverage.
- Prodeso Membrane (162 Sq. Ft. Roll): This clever uncoupling membrane does double duty. It makes cable installation incredibly fast and precise while acting as a shock absorber for your tile, preventing grout cracks and moisture damage.
- Circuit Check: An essential safety tool that monitors the heating system during installation, ensuring everything is perfect before the tile is set.
- Electrical Rough-in Kit: Ensures your system is installed to professional standards with all the necessary conduits and boxes for a clean, code-compliant finish.
