Luxury Warmth for a Master Bathroom in Bedford, NH

This project transformed a master bathroom in Bedford, New Hampshire, by installing an electric in-floor heating system under a tile, marble, or stone floor. The homeowner's challenge of cold, uninviting surfaces in a large bathroom was solved with a WarmlyYours TempZone™ Cable system. This upgrade delivers consistent, radiant comfort and adds long-term value to the home, all while operating with remarkable energy efficiency.

Project Details

Location: Bedford, New Hampshire
Heated Space Type: Master Bathroom
Square Footage (Heated): 186 sq. ft.
Total Room Size: 233 sq. ft.
Flooring: Tile, Marble, or Stone over a Wood Sub-Floor
Heating System: TempZone™ Cable
Designed Voltage: 240V
Wattage: 2214 W
Amps: 9 A
Operating Cost Per Hour: $0.15 (Estimate)

Banish the Chill in a Large Master Bath

The homeowner in Bedford, NH, wanted a truly luxurious and functional master bathroom, but the large expanse of tile, marble, or stone flooring was consistently cold, especially during New Hampshire's colder months. This made the room feel uninviting and detracted from the home's overall comfort.

To solve this problem, they partnered with Goedecke Paint and Decorating to install a WarmlyYours TempZone™ Cable electric floor warming system. The system uses 595 feet of 240V heating cable meticulously spaced at 3.75 inches to provide full-coverage heating across the 186 sq. ft. heated area.

The outcome is a stunning, warm master bathroom where the floor is always comfortable, transforming the daily routine into a spa-like experience. This energy-efficient heating solution works directly beneath the tile to deliver warmth exactly where it’s needed, providing a highly effective supplemental heat source.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does it cost to run heated floors in a master bathroom?

The cost to run heated floors in this 186 sq. ft. master bathroom is very low, estimated at just $0.15 per hour of operation. Even with an average daily runtime of four hours, the estimated monthly cost is only about $18.00. This makes electric floor heating an incredibly affordable luxury and an energy-efficient upgrade compared to turning up the main home furnace.

2. Can electric radiant heating replace the main heating system in this space?

For many rooms, especially a master bathroom in a colder climate like New Hampshire, electric in-floor heating is primarily used as a highly effective supplemental heat source to provide targeted floor warming. However, with proper installation specifications, such as the 3.75-inch cable spacing used here, and good room insulation, a WarmlyYours system can be a primary heat source in some well-insulated spaces. We recommend getting a free Heat Loss Calculation to determine your room's exact needs.

3. What type of flooring works best with this system?

The WarmlyYours TempZone™ Cable system is ideal for installations under tile, marble, or stone flooring, as was done in this Bedford, NH project. These materials are known as "thermal mass" materials, meaning they heat up quickly and retain the heat exceptionally well, making them the most energy-efficient and comfortable choice for radiant floor heating.

4. Is electric floor warming energy efficient?

Yes, electric floor warming is an energy-efficient heating solution. Because heat radiates directly from the floor up to objects and people, it creates a comfortable warmth at a lower air temperature compared to traditional forced-air systems. Using a programmable Wi-Fi thermostat also ensures the system runs only when needed, further maximizing energy savings and keeping operating costs low

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