This homeowner in Portland, Oregon, sought to transform their master bathroom from a cold, unwelcoming space into a spa-like retreat. The challenge was a common one: cold tile and stone surfaces, a stark contrast to the Pacific Northwest climate. By installing a 50 sq. ft. WarmlyYours TempZone™ Flex Roll system, the homeowner achieved luxurious floor warming under their beautiful tile, delivering quiet, efficient comfort and adding significant perceived value to their home.
Project Details
- Location: Portland, OR
- Heated Space Type: Master Bathroom
- Heated Square Footage: 50 sq. ft.
- Watts, Volts, Amps: 743 Watts}, 120 Volts}, 6.2 Amps}
- Operating Cost Per Hour: $0.0126 per hour
- Products Used: TempZone™ Flex Roll (120V) and nJoy WiFi Thermostat
Transforming Cold Tile in Portland
The master bathroom in this Portland, OR home was visually stunning, featuring premium tile and stone surfaces. However, these materials, while beautiful, were perpetually cold underfoot—a significant drawback, especially during Oregon's cooler months. The homeowner recognized that a simple comfort upgrade would completely transform the room's utility and appeal.
The chosen solution was the WarmlyYours TempZone™ Flex Roll, a premium electric floor heating system that delivers 15 watts per square foot for rapid, gentle warmth. Since the subfloor was wood, the thin profile of the TempZone™ Flex Roll was ideal for embedding directly in the mortar beneath the new tile, minimizing floor height changes. The installation was straightforward: the mesh-backed roll was simply cut and turned to fit the custom shape of the 50 sq. ft. area, ensuring even heat distribution across all walking spaces.
The outcome is a perfectly tempered master bathroom floor. The once-cold tile is now warm and inviting, providing the luxurious, spa-like feel the homeowner desired. This low-amperage, energy efficient heating system is easily controlled with the nJoy WiFi Thermostat, allowing the homeowner to program heat schedules and enjoy their in-floor heating only when needed, maximizing comfort and minimizing cost.
Featured Products
TempZone™ Flex Roll A twin-conductor electric radiant floor heating system featuring an electric heating cable pre-spaced on a mesh to ensure consistent heat output of 15 W/sq. ft.} Perfect for tile, stone, and marble floors.
nJoy WiFi Thermostat A sleek, programmable thermostat with a Class A GFCI safety built-in. Allows remote control of the floor warming system via a smartphone app for ultimate convenience and efficiency.
Circuit Check A simple-to-use tool to continuously monitor the heating element's electrical continuity during installation, preventing costly damage before the floor covering is laid.
