Luxurious Floor Warming for a Mountain Retreat Bathroom in Copper Mountain, CO

This homeowner in Copper Mountain, Colorado, wanted to transform their chilly bathroom and closet into a sanctuary of warmth and comfort. The challenge was finding an energy-efficient in-floor heating solution that was compatible with their planned tile, marble, or stone flooring, a notorious conductor of cold. WarmlyYours solved this with the custom-sized TempZone™ Flex Roll and a smart Wi-Fi thermostat, delivering luxurious, efficient, and reliable floor warming that significantly enhanced the home's value and comfort.

Project Details

Location: Copper Mountain, CO
Heated Space Type: Full Bathroom & Closet
Heated Square Footage: 57 sq. ft.
Products Used: TempZone™ Flex Roll (120V), nSpire Touch WiFi Thermostat
Watts: 855 W
Volts: 120 V
Amps: 7.13 A
Operating Cost Per Hour: $0.1375
- Quick Breakdown (assuming 8 hours of use/day): $0.96 per day
- Quick Breakdown (per month): Approximately $29.20 per month

Radiant Comfort for Chilly Mountain Floors

The stunning, high-altitude location of Copper Mountain, CO, meant that the home's tile floor in the main bathroom and closet was consistently cold, especially during the long winter months. The homeowner recognized that a standard forced-air heating system alone would not address the problem of perpetually cold flooring material like stone. They needed a targeted, underfloor heating system to deliver direct, comfortable heat.

The solution was the WarmlyYours TempZone™ Flex Roll, custom-designed to fit the 57 square feet of open floor space perfectly. This 120V, electric radiant floor heating system was ideal for installation beneath the stone/tile surface. Installation was simplified by the roll format, which ensured quick coverage and even heat distribution. The installation provided an energy-efficient upgrade, transforming the once-frigid floor into a key source of warmth for the entire space. The combination of efficient heating and the sleek, programmable nSpire Touch WiFi Thermostat provided the ultimate in comfort control, accessible via a wall unit or smartphone.

Featured Products

TempZone™ Flex Roll (TRT120-1.5x38) The core of the floor warming system. This twin-conductor cable is affixed to a mesh to easily roll out even heat coverage (15 Watts/sq. ft.). Ideal for installation under tile, marble, and stone floors in wet locations like bathrooms.

nSpire Touch WiFi Thermostat (UWG4-4999) A sleek, programmable, dual-voltage (120V/240V) Wi-Fi thermostat with a color touchscreen. Allows for remote control via an app, works with voice assistants, and includes an energy log to track usage and ensure energy efficient heating.

Circuit Check (SS-01) A critical installation tool that constantly monitors the heating element during installation, ensuring it is not damaged before the final connections are made.

Quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to run heated floors in a Copper Mountain bathroom?

The operating cost for a heated floor in a bathroom of this size (57 sq. ft.) in Copper Mountain, CO, is roughly $0.12 per hour. With an average run time of 6–8 hours per day during the colder months, the daily cost is less than one dollar. The smart thermostat ensures you only pay for the heat you need, making this a highly energy efficient heating solution.

Can electric radiant floor heating replace the main heating system in this bathroom?

In many well-insulated bathrooms, an electric floor heating system like the TempZone™ Flex Roll, which provides 15 watts per square foot, is sufficient to act as the sole source of heat. This specific installation offers a luxurious, even heat that can often provide the full heating requirement for the space, especially with the thermal mass of tile, marble, or stone flooring.

What type of flooring works best with the TempZone™ Flex Roll system?

The TempZone™ Flex Roll is specifically designed for installation under materials that have a high thermal mass and are often cold to the touch, such as tile, marble, and stone. These materials hold the heat effectively, creating a very comfortable and energy-efficient radiant floor heating system that provides consistent warmth.

Is electric radiant floor heating energy efficient?

Yes, electric radiant floor heating is an extremely energy efficient heating method. By heating the floor surface and all objects in the room directly (radiant heat) rather than heating the air (convection heat), you can set the air temperature several degrees lower and still feel comfortably warm. The use of a programmable thermostat, like the nSpire Touch WiFi, maximizes efficiency by only operating when you need it.