Luxury Warmth for a Master Bathroom in Hamilton, ON

The homeowner in Hamilton, Ontario, was looking to eliminate the jarring chill of their tile floor in the master bathroom. This common problem detracted from the room's luxurious feel, especially during the cold Canadian winters. WarmlyYours solved this with a custom-designed TempZone Flex Roll electric floor heating system, delivering silent, energy-efficient in-floor heating. This upgrade dramatically increased daily comfort, turning a cold, unwelcoming space into a spa-like retreat while simultaneously boosting the home's long-term value.

Project Details

Location: Hamilton, ON, Canada
Heated Space Type: Master Bathroom
Square Footage (Heated): 45 sq. ft.
System Power Specs: 675Watts, 120 Volts, 5.7 Amps
Products Used: TempZone™ Flex Roll, nSpire Touch Thermostat
Operating Cost Per Hour: ~$0.066
- Cost Per Day (8 hrs): ~$0.53
- Cost Per Month (30 days): ~$15.88

Warming a Hamilton Master Bathroom

The challenge for this Hamilton homeowner was simple yet significant: cold, beautiful tile floors. Stepping out of the shower onto a perpetually cold surface diminished the intended luxury of their master bathroom. They wanted a solution that provided complete, consistent floor warming without the costly and complicated effort of rerouting existing HVAC or a full renovation.

WarmlyYours provided an exact-fit floor plan using the TempZone Flex Roll, a reliable electric floor heating solution perfectly suited for the tile, marble, or stone flooring. The TempZone Cable within the roll is pre-spaced, which simplified the installation process for the contractor, ensuring a fast and mistake-proof setup directly over the wood sub-floor. This system was designed for "Full" coverage, maximizing comfort across the 45 sq. ft. heated area.

The outcome is a perfectly warmed master bathroom floor, managed by a sophisticated nSpire Touch thermostat. The new radiant floor heating system has successfully eliminated the cold tile problem, transforming the bathroom into a cozy, comfortable space that feels luxurious year-round. This is a powerful demonstration of how energy efficient heating can significantly enhance daily living.

Featured Products

Product	Description
TempZone™ Flex Roll (120V)	A popular radiant floor heating solution featuring pre-spaced heating cable affixed to a mesh backing. Ideal for large, rectangular areas like this 45 sq. ft. section, it speeds up installation while providing uniform heat.
nSpire Touch Thermostat	A programmable, Class A GFCI protected thermostat with a touch screen. It ensures the system is run on an optimal schedule, like overnight off-peak hours, maximizing comfort and energy efficiency.
Circuit Check	A simple, essential tool used by the installer to continuously monitor the heating element throughout the installation, ensuring the system is fully operational before the flooring is laid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1.How much does it cost to run heated floors in a Hamilton master bathroom?

For this 45 sq. ft. master bathroom in Hamilton, the operating cost is very low. It costs approximately $0.066 per hour, which translates to about $0.53 per day or less than $16 per month for a typical 8 hours of daily usage. This makes the luxury of floor warming highly affordable.

2.What type of flooring works best with the TempZone system in Hamilton, ON?

The TempZone Flex Roll used in this Hamilton bathroom is an ideal electric floor heating solution for hard, thermal-mass flooring materials like tile, marble, and stone. These materials absorb and retain the heat effectively, allowing the system to deliver the most efficient and luxurious radiant comfort.

3.Is electric radiant floor heating energy efficient?

Yes, electric radiant floor heating is highly energy efficient. It heats objects and people directly through radiation, rather than heating the air (like forced-air systems). When paired with a programmable thermostat like the nSpire Touch, it can be set to run during off-peak hours and only when needed, minimizing energy waste.

4.Can radiant heating replace the main heating system in this master bathroom space?

For a well-insulated, small room like this 45 sq. ft. master bathroom in Hamilton, the radiant floor heating system is often powerful enough to act as the sole heat source. However, it is primarily designed for floor warming and supplementary heat. A detailed heat loss calculation is recommended to confirm if it can fully replace the primary system.