Basement Floor Heating
Floor heating might seem like a luxury when you’re talking about a master bathroom, but in the basement, it’s a necessity. What are the two words that most people use to describe basements? “Cold” and “dark.” They’re cold because they have a concrete subfloor, which is excellent at absorbing heat. To avoid this issue, the homeowner should install insulating underlayment with electric radiant heat installed on top for heated basement floors that greatly increase comfort.
Radiant Heat for Basement
Basement floor heating will emit enough warmth that you can choose any flooring material you want. You don’t have to go with carpet to add warmth to the room. Whether you pick wood or even tile flooring, the floor-heating system will keep your feet and the rest of the space feeling comfortably warm.
There are two main types of basement floor heating: electric and hydronic systems. WarmlyYours specializes in electric floor heating which is easier to incorporate into an existing basement than hydronic systems. Additionally, because electric systems don't require any boilers or pumps, installing them is often more cost effective than hydronic systems.
Rolls & Mats For Tile, Stone & Hardwood
WarmlyYours TempZone™ Flex Roll and TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable can be installed underneath ceramic tile, natural stone, hardwood, wood and other popular flooring materials, giving homeowners radiant in-floor heating that's truly luxurious. TempZone™ Flex Rolls are a more expensive option than the cable product but they require less time and effort to install.
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Ideal for full-room coverage (primary or supplemental heat)
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Pre-spaced heating cable for fast, consistent installation
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Most popular choice for bathrooms & kitchens
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Pre-sized mats for quick installs with no complex cuts
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Perfect for spot heating (vanities, entryways, small spaces)
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Cost-effective and beginner-friendly option
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Designed to your exact floor plan for edge‑to‑edge coverage
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No on‑site cuts or turns—faster, cleaner installation
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Ideal for curves, angles, and obstacles like islands and vanities
Cable for Tile, Stone & Hardwood
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Works under tile, stone, and luxury vinyl floors
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Provides radiant heat and crack isolation
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Flexible layouts for irregular or custom-shaped rooms
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Built-in ruler markings for precise, repeatable spacing
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Ideal for large areas requiring consistent coverage
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Flexible, durable cable for clean turns and complex layouts
For Carpet, Laminate & Floating Hardwood
WarmlyYours Environ Flex Rolls are designed for use under carpet (U.S. only), laminate and floating wood. The mats can be installed easily and quickly for large spaces. Environ Flex Rolls are flexible rolls that can be cut and turned at 90° or 180° to cover the total area intended to be heated.
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Flexible roll design cuts and turns to follow your layout
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Ideal for floating laminate, engineered wood, or carpet
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Dry installation—no mortar or adhesives
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Perfect for floating laminate, engineered wood, or carpet
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Ultra-thin system installs without adhesives
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Provides fast, even heat for dry-floor applications
For Polished, Stamped & Stained Concrete
With WarmlyYours' concrete heating cables and mats, you can design your concrete floors to be as warm and functional as they are attractive. Radiant heating is available in cable form for maximum flexibility or mat form, which allows for quick and easy installation under concrete slab floors.
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Cut‑and‑turn mats speed up slab installations
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Ideal for basements, garages, and sunrooms
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Even, reliable heat embedded in the concrete
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Embedded directly into new concrete pours
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Ideal for basements, garages, and sunrooms
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Long-lasting radiant heat built into the slab
Why Install Floor Heating in the Basement?
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I add insulation before installing electric floor heating and how will that affect the system's performance?
When installing electric floor heating over a concrete slab, an insulating underlayment like ThermalSheet is highly recommended to ensure efficient operation, faster heating times and warmer floor temperatures.
Will electric floor heating help with moisture issues like mold and mildew?
How can I make my basement warmer?
What if I have cracks in my concrete slab? Will that affect the floor heating installation?
Make sure any cracks or raised edges are sanded down before installation. Seal and patch cracks where possible. If needed, pour a layer of self-leveling cement to make sure surface is level and flat. Then proceed with instructions to install desired floor heating system and flooring.
It is strongly recommended that an insulating underlayment be installed between the slab and heating element to prevent heat loss.
Documents & Articles
Provide WarmlyYours with a sketch of the basement that includes dimensions and other relevant information and you’ll receive a free SmartPlan within one business day that includes an installation plan, an electrical plan, and an itemized quote.
Also, explore our collection of basement projects that we put together showing their floor plan and estimated quote.
