Bathroom Ideas and Inspiration - the Tradewinds Imports Blog

CALL US: 1-888-900-0477
  • Blog Home
  • Featured Posts
  • Shop Bathroom Vanities
    • Wyndham Vanities
    • Legion Furniture
    • James Martin Vanities
  • Shop Vanities by Size
  • Bathroom Lighting
  • Contact Us
  • Follow us on Facebook
  • Follow us on Twitter
  • LinkedIn
You are here: Home / How To / How to Heat a Small Bathroom Without Sending Your Electric Bill Through the Roof!
How to Heat a Small Bathroom Without Sending Your Electric Bill Through the Roof!

How to Heat a Small Bathroom Without Sending Your Electric Bill Through the Roof!

November 4, 2013 By admin 1 Comment

Last Updated on November 21, 2022 by Cheryl Khan

Waking up in the morning and beginning that torturous journey to the bathroom only to find an ice cold floor there to greet you. Chances are, the freezing bathroom can sometimes have you hiding under the sheets dreading the minute your alarm clock is set to sound off. That may be a bit of an exaggeration, but this is the feeling that a cold bathroom can give you.

How then, are we to keep ourselves comfortable during the approaching fall and winter seasons? Well, we have several inexpensive heating ideas that you can try out! The best method may depend on your personal living circumstances and the climate you live in. If your heating system suddenly stops working, you may need to find 24/7 emergency heater repair services. While you’re at it, you might as well check your ac unit too so you can see if you need an air conditiong repair or if you want to replace your old hvac unit with the help of an air conditioning contractor.

For more heating options, consider looking for a company like AirNow Cooling and Heating to help you. There are contractors with different specialties so if you need to get an AC replacement in Snohomish, WA then make sure you hire the right contractor for the job, if you need any roofing jobs then be sure to contact Roof Cleaning in Austin TX.

Infrared Lamp

Infrared lamps, aka heat lamps, are an excellent source of heat that is relatively simple and easy to install. Heat lamps typically utilize 250W incandescent light bulbs that have the ability to produce infrared radiation. When standing directly under one of these bulbs, it will feel like beaming sunrays on a warm summer day (imagine that).

infrared heat lamp for your bathroom

Source

These small bulbs are surprisingly effective at providing a satisfying level of warmth. While the parts are inexpensive, you may need to hire an electrician or handyman from places like accurateelectricplumbingheatingandair.com/electrical-repair/ to run a power line from your bathroom to your homes electrical panel. Aside from this initial installation costs, a heat lamp is the most inexpensive way to get set up a heating system for a small bathroom without blowing your budget!

Towel Warmer/Space Heater

Towel warmers are a luxurious accessory to any bathroom, offering a toasty warm embrace after every bath or shower. However, many homeowners also use towel warmers as a secondary heating source for their bathrooms because they deliver effective heat in style. Two types of towel warmers are available: electric and hydronic.

Electric towel warmers can be easily plugged into a 120-volt circuit or outlet, depending on if they are hardwired or plug-in. This convenience makes them a great option when upgrading a bathroom. Plus, they’re very affordable. At WarmlyYours electric towel warmers start at $149, with the most expensive model being $499. You can also find a wide range of styles to suit your design needs. WarmlyYours electric towel warmers are available in a modern freestanding model, a sleek 10-bar model, a stylish serpentine model, and more. If you’re seeking a hardwired or plug-in towel warmer that fits into your bathroom vision and budget, a plethora of options are available to you.

stainless steel towel heater

Stainless Steel Towel Warmers from WarmlyYours

Hydronic space heaters share a very similar radial tubing construction, but the heating process works a bit differently. As the name hints, hydronic heaters run hot water throughout the hollowed tubing to generate heat. Hydronic heaters are the most efficient sources of heat but initial installation costs can be a bit hefty. Being that they can require you to connect your space heater to your homes water heater, installation can be quite cumbersome and necessitate the help of a professional contractor. On the plus side, hydronic heaters have been praised for their ability to naturally reduce moisture, humidity, and also prevents mildew!

Radiant Floor Heating

Is your bathroom giving you cold feet? Radiant floor heating uses the same concept as towel warmers to heat your bathroom from the floor up. Using either electrically heated coils or water-heated tubing, radiant floor heating can be patterned underneath your bathroom flooring to heat up the room and those cold tiles!

Source

Because the required materials are relatively inexpensive, we recommend installing radiant heated floors when you’re looking to upgrade your bathroom with a luxurious touch. Of course, if you’re working with new construction, you should also keep radiant heating top of mind so that you can easily lay the heated cables without having to remove any existing flooring. In either case, radiant heat can offer you and your guests an added luxury that they can feel working right under their feet.

To add to the convenience of installation, WarmlyYours offers electric radiant heating mats and cables in a variety of sizes and configurations to fit any room layout.

Additional Tips

Before you get started, it’s important to take the necessary steps to ensure that exterior walls, ceilings, and flooring are properly insulated to avoid “chasing your tail.” Seal any cracks that may be allowing hot air to escape. If you don’t insulate the room to be air-tight, your money is literally “slipping through the cracks.” Be sure to do this before you implement any additional heating sources. Insulation is the first and primary step to fighting the cold in your bathroom! If you need additional heating options go to Home Service Heroes and try for free.

More Bathroom Improvement Tips:

  1. How to Install Heated Bathroom Flooring
  2. How to Make a Small Bathroom Look Bigger
  3. Bathroom Fireplaces? A New Trend

About this Post
Cheryl Khan is a jovial, free-spirited writer who doesn’t believe in boundaries. She is an adventurous soul who enjoys contributing to various blogs that detail unique aspects of home style & decor.

admin

No related posts.

Filed Under: How To, Trending

Trackbacks

  1. Bathroom Safety Tips for Seniors | Independent Home Living says:
    February 10, 2015 at 11:03

    […] lighting can prevent hazards for senior citizens in the bathroom. You can install a heat lamp above your tub area that will serve a dual purpose; heating and […]

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Popular Reads

Wabi-Sabi: Perfectly Imperfect Design for Your Home

Wabi-Sabi: Perfectly Imperfect Design for Your Home

What is the Standard Height of a Bathroom Vanity?

What is the Standard Height of a Bathroom Vanity?

Designer Tips: Masculine Bathroom Design

Designer Tips: Masculine Bathroom Design

Recent Posts

  • What Color Makes a Small Bathroom Look Bigger?
  • Why Floating Vanities Are More Popular Than Ever
  • Why should you care about lighting when remodeling your home?
  • Maximum Home Value with Counters, Cabinets, and Vanities
  • How to Buy a New Kitchen Faucet?

Categories

  • antique vanities
  • bathroom design
  • bathroom improvement
  • bathroom lights
  • bathroom remodeling
  • bathroom vanities
  • black vanities
  • cabinets
  • cleaning
  • Commentary
  • double vanities
  • entertainment
  • faucets and sinks
  • Featured
  • found-online
  • glass vanities
  • Health
  • How To
  • Miscellaneous
  • modern vanities
  • News
  • Odd
  • popular
  • showers and bathtubs
  • small vanities
  • special interest
  • toilets
  • Trending
  • Weekly Round-up

SHOP OUR STORE:

> Bathroom Vanities

> Shop By Size

> Wyndham Vanities

> Legion Furniture

> James Martin Vanities

> Faucets

> Toilets

Get In Touch

> Contact Us

> Our Story

> Privacy Terms

> Our Store

About Us · Contact Us
Copyright © 2015 · TradeWindsImports.com