Luxury Comfort for a Bathroom Tile Floor in Hoffman Estates, IL

This homeowner in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, sought to eliminate the jarring chill of their large tile, marble, or stone bathroom floor, a common problem in cold-climate regions. WarmlyYours provided a custom-designed in-floor heating solution using the TempZone™ Flex Roll to deliver luxurious, full-coverage floor warming over 45 square feet. The result is a highly efficient, energy-saving comfort upgrade that significantly increased the value and daily enjoyment of the newly renovated bathroom.

Project Details

Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
Heated Space Type: Bathroom (Full Coverage)
Floor/Surface Type: Tile, Marble, or Stone
Square Footage (Heated): 45 sq. ft.
Watts/Volts/Amps: 675 W / 120 V / 5.7 A
Operating Cost Per Hour: ~ $0.10
- Cost Per Day (8 hrs): ~ $0.78
- Cost Per Month (30 days): ~ $23.39
Primary Product Used: TempZone™ Flex Roll 120V (1.5' x 30', 45 sq. ft.) nSpire Touch Programmable Thermostat (UDG4-4999)

Radiant Floor Heating Story: The Illinois Bathroom Upgrade

The homeowner’s main challenge was simple yet significant: stepping onto a cold tile floor every morning in their bathroom was uncomfortable, especially during the long Chicago-area winters. While the sub-floor was wood, the final surface of tile, marble, or stone acts as a heat sink, feeling perpetually frigid. A standard forced-air system was insufficient to solve this problem, only heating the air, not the dense flooring material.

The project called for a high-performance, efficient, and reliable electric floor heating solution to cover the 45 square feet of available space. WarmlyYours engineers provided a precise, custom installation plan that utilized the TempZone™ Flex Roll, a mesh-backed system ideal for quick installation under large rectangular areas. This ensured full coverage and uniform floor warming, successfully targeting the cold slab problem at its source.

The installation was straightforward, utilizing a Circuit Check™ for continuous monitoring to ensure the integrity of the heating elements while the flooring was laid. The final outcome is a stunning bathroom where the homeowner can now enjoy the gentle, persistent warmth of radiant floor heating, transforming a once-chilly space into a spa-like retreat and providing exceptional comfort and energy efficiency.

Featured Products

TempZone™ Flex Roll (TRT120-1.5x30): This is a pre-sized, mesh-backed electric floor heating mat ideal for quickly covering large, rectangular areas. The 120V twin-conductor cable is factory-attached to the mat, simplifying installation. It provides 15 Watts per square foot for powerful, even radiant comfort.
nSpire Touch Programmable Thermostat (UDG4-4999): This dual-voltage (120V/240V) thermostat features a crisp 3.5" full-color touchscreen and an integrated Install Wizard for easy setup. It allows the homeowner to program up to six temperature events per day, ensuring maximum comfort when needed while optimizing the energy efficiency and operating cost of the floor warming system.
Circuit Check™ (SS-01): A must-have tool for any installation. It continuously monitors the heating element’s continuity during the flooring installation, alerting the installer instantly if the cable is accidentally damaged, guaranteeing a trouble-free setup.
Electrical Rough-in Kit (FHE-ROUGH-IN-KIT-S3): Contains all the necessary components for the electrician to connect the system to the thermostat and power supply, ensuring code compliance and a clean, professional finish.

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Bathroom remodel with tempzone flex roll floor heating HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to run heated floors in a tile bathroom in Hoffman Estates?

For this specific 45 sq. ft. electric radiant floor heating system in Hoffman Estates, IL, the operating cost is very affordable. Running it for an estimated eight hours per day costs only about $0.78 per day, or roughly $23.39 per month, based on the local average electricity rate of $0.1444/kWh. This low operating cost demonstrates the energy-efficient heating provided by the TempZone™ system.

Can radiant heating replace the main heating system in a bathroom?

Yes, in many cases, a high-quality electric floor warming system like the TempZone™ Flex Roll can act as the primary heating source in a small, well-insulated space like a bathroom. The system in this Hoffman Estates project provides 15 Watts per square foot, which is powerful enough to achieve floor warming and contribute significantly to the room's overall comfort, potentially supplementing or replacing the need for other heat sources in the area.

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

The TempZone™ system is specifically designed for installation under thermally massive floor coverings, making it perfect for the beautiful tile, marble, or stone used in this project. These materials are excellent at storing and radiating heat, which maximizes the luxurious feel and efficiency of the in-floor heating. It is also compatible with other flooring types, including nailed hardwood.

Is electric radiant floor heating energy efficient?

Absolutely. Electric radiant floor heating is a very energy efficient heating solution because it directly heats objects and people in the room, rather than cycling warm air like a forced-air system. The warmth is concentrated at floor level, eliminating heat loss and draft, and the use of a programmable thermostat ensures the system only operates when necessary, which helps to keep the operating cost per hour low.

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