Heated Bathroom Floors: The Pros and Cons

Some bathroom remodeling components are worth the expense and time you put into them, such as new tile installation, bathtub replacement, etc. Some others are more luxury than necessity, such as installing heated bathroom floors. But even if such things are considered luxuries, you might realize that you still need them for a more comfortable, even healthier lifestyle.

If you’re trying to decide whether you need heated floors in your bathroom, you should understand the advantages and disadvantages of having them. These pros and cons can help you better assess your situation making a final decision.

Pros of Heated Bathroom Floors

1. Discreet Heating
Unlike HVAC units, heated bathroom floors are completely noise-free. They won’t bother you while you’re relaxing in your newly installed tub replacement. They don’t take up any space on the floor or on the walls.

2. Customizable
Your contractor can customize floor heating according to the size of the floor. You can control the temperature with a thermostat.

3. Safe
Your floor heating will not burn your feet. Radiators have searing surfaces and they may also have sharp corners. That’s not a problem with floor heating.

4. Maintenance-Free
Install and use your floor heating system. Unlike HVAC units, floor heating systems don’t require maintenance.

5. High Value
Homes with heated bathroom floors are attractive to many homebuyers. You can also dictate a higher price if your floors are heated.

Cons of Heated Bathroom Floors

1. Installation Takes Time
Your contractor has to remove your floor to install your heating system. This usually takes a bit of time. It’s often better to install heated floors during a bathroom remodel.

2. Occasional Repairs
Your floor heating system is maintenance-free, but it can still break. If it does, you need a licensed professional to find the issue with a thermal camera. They have to get under the floor to fix any issues.

3. Cost
You have to pay for the convenience of having heated floors. Electric floor heating requires a lower initial investment, but operating costs tend to be higher. Hydronic floor heating costs more to install but costs less to operate over time.

4. Added Floor Height
Installing floor heating typically raises your floor at least 1.5 inches. This can be a tripping hazard, so make sure to plan it carefully with a licensed contractor.

Ultimately, it’s up to you to decide whether the pros of having heated bathroom floors far outweigh the cons or vice versa. What matters is that you hire a professional to do the job using top-quality materials. Get in touch with The Bathroom Store. We offer sink installation and other bathroom remodeling services. Call us today at (701) 223-1008 or fill out this form. Let’s discuss your project now.