Spa-Like Comfort: A Dallas Master Bathroom Floor Heating Project

The owners of this 158 sq. ft. master bathroom in Dallas wanted to eliminate the cold shock of their beautiful tile floors, especially on chilly mornings. The professional installers at Decorating on a Shoe String installed a 78 sq. ft. TempZone™ Flex Roll system, transforming the space into a luxurious, comfortable retreat. This electric floor heating system adds significant value and targeted comfort for a surprisingly low operating cost.

Project Details

Location: Dallas, TX
Heated Space Type: Master Bathroom
Room Square Footage: 158 sq. ft.
Heated Square Footage: 78 sq. ft.
Flooring: Tile, Marble or Stone
Watts, Volts, Amps: 1169 W, 120V, 10 A
Products Used: TempZone™ Flex Roll, nSpire Touch Thermostat, Circuit Check™
Installer: Decorating on a Shoe String
Operating Cost: ~$0.17/hour
Estimated Daily Cost: ~$1.36 (8 hours of use)
Estimated Monthly Cost: ~$40.80 (8 hours of use per day)

A Spa-Like Retreat from Cold Dallas Floors

A master bathroom should be a sanctuary of comfort, but the 158 sq. ft. space in this Dallas home was plagued by a common problem: beautiful, but frigid, tile and stone flooring. The large surface area made the room feel cold and unwelcoming, detracting from the luxurious feel. The homeowners tasked Decorating on a Shoe String with finding an efficient solution to add comfort right where it was needed most.

Electric radiant floor heating was the perfect answer. The installation team selected the TempZone™ Flex Roll system for its ease of installation and efficient coverage. The 78 sq. ft. roll was laid out in the high-traffic areas of the bathroom—in front of the vanity, near the shower, and around the tub—before the new tile was installed. This targeted "Full" coverage ensures warmth is delivered precisely underfoot.

The result is a complete transformation of the room's feel. The floor warming system, powered by 1169 watts, gently radiates heat upwards, creating an even, silent, and luxurious warmth that primary air-based systems can't replicate. The homeowners now enjoy a spa-like experience every day, and the smart nSpire Touch thermostat allows them to program the heating for maximum efficiency, warming the floors just before they wake up.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does it cost to run electric in-floor heating in a large bathroom in Dallas?

The cost depends on the size and local electricity rates. For this 78 sq. ft. heated area in Dallas, TX, it costs about $0.17 per hour. A typical 8-hour/day use costs just over $1 per day, making it an affordable luxury.

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

This project used tile, marble, or stone, which are the best and most popular choices. These materials are excellent conductors of heat, transferring the warmth efficiently from the heating elements to your feet for a very comfortable and effective system.

3. Is radiant in-floor heating energy efficient?

Yes. Radiant floor heating is very energy efficient because it heats objects and people directly, rather than just the air. Paired with a programmable thermostat like the nSpire Touch, you can heat specific zones only when needed, reducing wasted energy compared to heating the entire house.

4. Can TempZone™ electric floor heating system heat the whole bathroom?

In many cases, yes. This "Full" coverage system, which provides 1169 watts, can often serve as the sole source of heat for a well-insulated bathroom, eliminating the need for noisy forced-air vents. A heat loss calculation can confirm this for any specific room.

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