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The Pennington Radiant Floor Retreat For Tiny Home

A perfect blend of warmth and style, the Pennington Radiant Retreat is an energy-efficient tiny home in Pennington, NJ, featuring a radiant heated floor system seamlessly installed under classic nailed hardwood.

Location

PENNINGTON, NJ

Heated Nailed Hardwood Living space

Heated Space Type

Living Room

Watts

11,122 W

Volts

120 V

Amps

9 A

Size

75 sq.ft.

Operating Cost Per Hour

$0.20 (Open Operating Cost Calculator) *

Cost Per Hour Explanation

Based on current electricity rates in Pennington, New Jersey, the estimated cost to operate the 75-square-foot radiant floor heating system in the Pennington Radiant Floor Retreat is between $0.20 and $0.32 per hour of continuous operation. This calculation is based on the system's power consumption of 1.116 KW and recent residential electricity rates in the Pennington area, which range from approximately 17.78¢ to 29¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh).

Project Information:

This is a pioneering tiny home project located in Pennington, New Jersey, that redefines small-scale living through thoughtful design and cutting-edge technology. This project's core mission is to create a highly efficient, comfortable, and sustainable living space without sacrificing modern amenities.

The main floor serves as the heart of the home, showcasing a prime example of smart design. The 75 sq. ft. living room is engineered for year-round comfort, featuring a state-of-the-art TempZone™ 3.7-Watt Floor Heating Cable system installed beneath beautiful nailed hardwood flooring. This combination provides the timeless appeal of natural wood with the unparalleled comfort of radiant heat. The system is installed with a specific technique involving wooden "sleepers" and self-leveling cement to protect the heating cables and ensure a flawless finish.

The project utilizes specialized heating cables to deliver a powerful heating output 11 KW at a standard residential voltage 120 V, demonstrating a high-tech approach to comfort.

This successful underfloor heating installation was made possible with a carefully selected set of high-quality components designed for performance and safety.

Heating Element:

SKU: TCT120-3.7W-300: TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable (120V, 300 ft.)

Controls & Integration:

SKU: INTEGRATION-KIT-PLUS-120V: Relay with built-in transformer and floor sensor for precise temperature control.

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* Electricity rates and usage vary. Estimates may not reflect current operating costs.