Spa-Like Warmth: A Luxurious Master Bathroom Retreat in Medina, Ohio

This Medina, Ohio, master bathroom remodel aimed to transform a standard bathroom into a luxurious, spa-like retreat. The primary challenge was the cold, unwelcoming feel of the new marble and tile floors. The project's installer, Architectural Justice, solved this by installing a WarmlyYours TempZone™ radiant floor heating system, delivering consistent, energy-efficient floor warming and significantly boosting the home's comfort and value.

Project Details

Location: Medina, Ohio
Heated Space Type: Master Bathroom
Heated Area: 82 sq. ft. (Total room: 97 sq. ft.)
System Wattage: 982 W
Voltage: 120V
Amps: 8.1 A
Operating Cost: $\sim\$0.17$ per hour
Products Used: TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable, Prodeso Membrane, nSpire Touch Thermostat

From Cold Tile to Cozy Retreat

When the owners of this Medina, Ohio, home decided to remodel their master bathroom, they chose beautiful, high-end tile and marble finishes. While visually stunning, these materials are notoriously cold to the touch, especially during Ohio's chilly months. Their goal was to create a comfortable, warm space to start and end their day, without seeing a huge spike in their energy bills. They turned to the experts at Architectural Justice to design a solution that matched the luxury of their new space.

Architectural Justice, a premier design and installation firm, recommended a WarmlyYours TempZone™ electric floor heating system. This solution is ideal for tile and marble floors as it provides consistent, even heat from the ground up. The team paired the 3.7-watt TempZone™ Cable with the Prodeso uncoupling membrane. This combination not only simplified the cable installation by providing easy spacing but also adds a critical layer of uncoupling protection, which helps prevent cracks in tile and stone flooring laid over a wood subfloor.

The result is a 97 sq. ft. master bathroom where 82 sq. ft. are now a source of luxurious, radiant warmth. The programmable nSpire Touch thermostat allows the homeowners to schedule the in-floor heating to be on only when they need it, maximizing comfort and efficiency. The homeowners now enjoy a true spa-like experience every day, stepping out of the shower onto a warm, welcoming floor, all thanks to the seamless integration of electric floor warming.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The operating cost depends on the size of the heated area, local electricity rates, and how often you run it. This 82 sq. ft. bathroom system, for example, costs about $0.17 per hour. For a typical 8-hour daily schedule, that's just over $40 a month.

2. What type of flooring works best with TempZone™ Floor Heatingsystem?

Electric in-floor heating works wonderfully with most flooring types. It is especially effective under tile, marble, and stone—like in this project—as these materials are excellent conductors of heat, making the floor feel incredibly warm and comfortable.

3. Is electric radiant floor heating energy efficient?

Yes. Radiant floor heating is very efficient because it heats the room's objects (including people) from the ground up, rather than just heating the air like forced-air systems. When paired with a programmable thermostat, you can schedule the heat for specific times, which prevents energy waste and reduces overall heating costs.

4. Can I install radiant heating on a wood subfloor?

Absolutely. This project was installed over a wood subfloor. When installing under tile on a wood subfloor, it is highly recommended to use an uncoupling membrane, like the Prodeso membrane used here. This not only makes installing the cable easier but also protects the tile from cracking due to the natural movement of the wood.

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