This spacious 304 sq. ft. Chicago living room needed a heating solution that worked seamlessly under its stretch-in carpet. The SmartInstall team used the WarmlyYours Environ™ Flex Roll system to provide 225 sq. ft. of targeted in-floor heating. The result is a cozy, inviting space that adds significant comfort and value to the home without compromising the soft feel of the carpet.
Project Details
- Location: Chicago, Illinois
- Heated Space Type: Living Room
- Square Footage Heated: 225 sq. ft. (in a 304 sq. ft. room)
- System Power: 2700 Watts, 240 Volts, 11 Amps
- Operating Cost: Approximately $0.47 per hour (see highlight below)
- Products Used: Environ™ Flex Rolls, nSpire Touch WiFi Thermostat
Solving the Challenge of a Cold, Carpeted Space
The Challenge
The primary challenge for this Chicago home was heating a large, 304 sq. ft. living room that featured stretch-in carpet. Traditional heating systems can struggle with large spaces, leading to cold spots and drafts. The homeowner wanted a comfortable, consistent, and silent warmth that would work perfectly with their chosen flooring.
The Solution
The SmartInstall team identified electric radiant floor heating as the ideal solution. They selected the WarmlyYours Environ™ Flex Roll system, which is specifically designed and UL-listed for safe and effective use under carpet, laminate, and floating wood floors. The team installed two rolls totaling 225 sq. ft. of heating coverage, focusing on the main living and high-traffic areas based on the custom design plan.
The Outcome
The system was paired with an nSpire Touch WiFi thermostat, allowing the homeowner to control the floor's temperature from anywhere using their smartphone. This radiant floor heating solution now provides luxurious, even warmth that rises gently from the floor, transforming a previously chilly living room into the coziest spot in the house, even during harsh Chicago winters.
Featured Products
- Environ™ Flex Rolls: This system is the premier choice for in-floor heating under "floating" floors like carpet, laminate, and floating wood. The rolls consist of heating cables laminated between two layers of reinforced aluminum foil, which reflects heat upward for maximum efficiency and uniform warmth.
- nSpire Touch WiFi Thermostat: This elegant thermostat provides ultimate control. It features a crystal-clear 3.5" touchscreen, energy-saving programmability, and built-in WiFi, allowing homeowners to adjust their floor heating system remotely via the WarmlyYours app or voice commands (Google Assistant, Alexa).
