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I'd really like to install underfloor, electric radiant heating in my bathroom. The space to cover is very small, probably 25-30 sq ft. once the tub and vanity are factored in. Not having planned for this, we don't have a dedicated breaker for it.

Current set up: we have two junction boxes, daisy chained together, running off a 20A breaker. The first junction box is housing a standard outlet by the vanity to power electric toothbrushes, razors, hairdryers, etc. This is connected to a second junction box, floor level, by the toilet. The intentions for this second box were to power a bidet. If necessary, I can dedicate this solely to the radiant heating instead. The product I am looking at is Schluter Ditra and requires 15A.

Am I asking too much off a single breaker? If it is, is there anything I can do or am I out of luck?

TIA
 
I'd really like to install underfloor, electric radiant heating in my bathroom. The space to cover is very small, probably 25-30 sq ft. once the tub and vanity are factored in. Not having planned for this, we don't have a dedicated breaker for it.

Current set up: we have two junction boxes, daisy chained together, running off a 20A breaker. The first junction box is housing a standard outlet by the vanity to power electric toothbrushes, razors, hairdryers, etc. This is connected to a second junction box, floor level, by the toilet. The intentions for this second box were to power a bidet. If necessary, I can dedicate this solely to the radiant heating instead. The product I am looking at is Schluter Ditra and requires 15A.

Am I asking too much off a single breaker? If it is, is there anything I can do or am I out of luck?

TIA
I guess that you could use the junction box beside the toilet since it’s probably GFCI protected. As far as over loading that particular circuit, it won’t be pulling a load unless you plug something in. The biggest problem I see is the hair dryer and the heat on could be on at the same time could trip the breaker.
 

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