Prepping for a Warm Tile Floor | Idea House Build Ep 5 | This Old House

In episode 5 of the Idea House Build: Cottage on the Cape series, A heat system is installed in the bathroom floors for extra comfort, and Matt explains the plan to heat and cool the entire home with both efficiency and visual appeal in mind. Outside, the entryway to the ADU gets completed. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse The goal is for the Cottage on the Cape to be comfortable year-round, so a heated floor system is being installed in the master bathrooms for some added warmth during cold New England winters. Cape Associates’ lead tile setter, Billy, gives a few tips for a proper install, from preparing the floor for the membrane to setting the heating cables into place. In the basement, Chris catches up with Matt to talk about how he has structured the forced hot air technology throughout the home to maximize efficiency without sacrificing aesthetic. While things move along inside, there is still some work to be done on the exterior. Carpenters Mike and Bob get started on the deck at the entryway to the ADU, and then finish the entryway’s roof with decorative brackets. The 2020 Idea House Build is two new video series, Idea House Build: Cottage on the Cape and Idea House Build: Farmhouse in Fairfield County. Follow along as we document everything from breaking ground to the home transformation journey, as well as inspire and educate about the latest products and trends in the industry. About This Old House TV: This Old House is the No. 1 multimedia home enthusiast brand, offering trusted information and expert advice through award-winning television, a highly regarded magazine, and an information-driven website. This Old House and Ask This Old House are produced by This Old House Ventures, LLC and are presented on PBS by WNET. Follow This Old House and Ask This Old House: Facebook: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseFB Twitter: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseTwitter http://bit.ly/AskTOHTwitter Pinterest: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHousePinterest Instagram: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseIG Tumblr: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseTumblr Location featured: https://ift.tt/2R1wxqE Product sites: https://ift.tt/2ytkkVL https://ift.tt/2UXFi6k http://sbccedar.com/ https://ift.tt/2LSeAYC https://ift.tt/2xGkrJT https://ift.tt/2X33Rl4 Prepping for a Warm Tile Floor | Idea House Build Ep 5 | This Old House https://www.youtube.com/user/thisoldhouse/