A Legacy of Comfort: Radiant Warmth for a Unique Master Bathroom in Cincinnati, OH

This special project involved creating an ADA-accessible master bathroom for a deserving community hero in Cincinnati battling ALS. To elevate the room's comfort and functionality, installer Michaelson Homes partnered with WarmlyYours to install an electric floor warming system under the new tile. The result is a consistently warm, safe, and luxurious space that adds significant comfort and value to the home.

Project Details

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Heated Space Type: Master Bathroom
Square Footage: 45 sq. ft.
System Output: 675 Watts, 120 Volts, 6 Amps
Operating Cost: ~$0.11 per hour
Products Used: TempZone™ Flex Roll, nSpire Touch Thermostat

Designing for Accessibility and Comfort

This project was far more than a standard renovation; it was a community effort for a local hero. The primary challenge was to create a fully ADA-accessible master bathroom that was not only functional but also incredibly comfortable. Cold tile floors, while durable and necessary for a wet room, can be a significant source of discomfort, especially for a user with mobility and health challenges.

The installer, Michaelson Homes, designed a beautiful, accessible space and sought a way to add a layer of luxury and comfort. They chose a WarmlyYours TempZone™ Flex Roll system for its ease of installation and reliable performance. The 45 sq. ft. roll was laid out across the main floor area before the new tile and marble flooring was set. WarmlyYours was honored to donate the in-floor heating system for this very deserving customer.

The new master bathroom is now a haven of comfort. The radiant floor heating system provides gentle, even heat from the ground up, eliminating the cold shock of tile floors. This small addition makes a huge difference in daily comfort, turning a practical necessity into a soothing, spa-like experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does it cost to run electric floor heating in a Cincinnati bathroom?

The cost depends on the size of the room and your local electricity rates. For this 45 sq. ft. Cincinnati bathroom, it costs about $0.11 per hour. A larger bathroom (e.g., 100 sq. ft.) in the same area might cost around $0.25 per hour to operate.

2. Can in-floor heating be the only heat source in this bathroom?

In many cases, yes. Electric floor warming is very efficient and can often serve as the primary heat source for a smaller, well-insulated room like a bathroom, especially in a home that is already well-insulated.

3. What flooring works with the TempZone™ system?

This system is ideal for tile, marble, or stone floors, as seen in this project. These materials are excellent conductors of heat. The system is also compatible with other flooring types, including laminate and luxury vinyl, when installed correctly (typically embedded in self-leveling cement).

4. Is electric floor warming energy efficient?

Yes. Radiant heat warms objects and people directly, not just the air (which rises to the ceiling). This is a very efficient form of heat transfer. When paired with a programmable thermostat, you only use energy precisely when and where you want it, reducing waste compared to forced-air systems.