You’ll need an electrician to install this unit, but once the job is done, you’ll never spare a thought for your trusty DuraTherm. And that’s exactly how it should be! Unlike Juva, Bergen comes pre-filled with glycol solution for superior heat retention and easy installation. As a fully electric unit, it is a bit slow to heat up, but within 45 minutes you’ll have all the toasty warmth you need. We do recommend you hire an electrician to install your Bergen according to IEE safety regulations for bathrooms. Indeed, the 10-year warranty requires professional installation. It may not be fun to suffer the extra cost upfront, but it will pay itself off in the long-run as the guarantee covers both the rails and heating element. However, waterproofing the point at which your radiator draws from the mains is a concern best left to an experienced electrician. Dual fuel radiators may even require the hiring of both types of technician! Typically–but not always–heat output correlates to the size of your towel rails. But beyond this, you might select a rad for how many towel slots it has. Of course, it isn’t always the case that larger families have larger bathrooms (and therefor, room for bigger radiators and more towel slots). But just the same, the level of utility a towel rail offers tends to complement the amount of heat it produces. In other words, both factors will generally go hand in hand to best serve the size of your bathroom. A word of caution Electric heated towel rails are an affordable and space-efficient heating option for areas without central heating, available in plug-in and hardwired versions.

Once again, we present a range of models rather than a single product–this time from Requena. Notably, this line allows you to choose between affordable standard round rails, and more stylish flat ones. The difference isn’t just skin-deep however; comparing flat and standard models of equal dimensions reveals a drastic difference in heat output. This is because the flat rails have significantly more surface area from which to radiate heat.

Most heated towel rails provide enough heat for your entire bathroom while, obviously, keeping your towels fluffy and warm. If you have a larger bathroom, it may need an additional source of heating to warm the room sufficiently. The white coated steel on this towel warmer looks good in any bathroom. The white coating is durable and is not going to flake or rub off. The white coating also prevents rust so you know your towel rail is going to look good for years to come. There’s no getting around it: you’ll need to hire an electrician to handle installation. Once you do, however, rest easy knowing the Firenze itself is suitable for use in both Zone 2 and Zone 3. Combined with proper installation, you’ll never have to worry for the safety of your home or family. The first and most important decision is what fuel you are going to use to run your towel rail. There are two main fuel types - central heating and electric - but understanding how they work and what their limitations are will help you decide which is best for your home.

You won’t need a plumber to install this heater. It is portable and just plugs into the wall. You can move it anywhere that you need it to go with ease and you won’t have to worry about having it installed. It comes with a 1 metre cable so you have plenty of room to find the right spot for it. Gone are the days of white or chrome radiators with our brilliant range of Anthracite Heated Towel Rails. They look amazing and are available in a range of sizes, so you’ll be able to find the perfect fit. They plumb straight into your central heating and provide excellent warming for your bathroom and towels. The Status is extremely lightweight, at just 2.2kg; and compact at just under 90cm tall. We wish there was a bit more cable than the included 1m, but that’s easily remedied with an extension. Crucially for some, there’s an illuminated on/off switch, so you never have to guess whether your ladder rad’s doing its job. Not to be confused with the other similar-sounding entry from Status on this list, the Portable Towel Rail nevertheless shares many features with its larger counterpart. Here again is exceptional energy efficiency at just 3p per hour; plus, superior mobility thanks to its featherweight 2.5kg heft. No expert installation is needed, either–just plug it up and you’re good to go! It’s worth noting that an electric towel rail will not provide the same cost savings unless you are replacing an existing electric heater or towel rail. So, take advice from an electrician or plumber as to the most sensible place to locate your new towel rail.

Apart from using it as a towel warmer, you can also use this device as a room heater. It can heat up a small room and keep it warm and cozy in winters.

Though once again, you’ll need to call a qualified plumber to hook your Requena up to your tank-fed or combi heating system. You may even consider adding a thermostat valve, but it’s not strictly necessary. After all, Requena provides ideal temperatures both for drying towels and heating your bathroom–right out of the box. Hands-On Testing: We don’t solely rely on specifications; we subject each electric towel rail to rigorous hands-on testing. This allows us to provide measurements of each device’s performance, from heating efficiency to ease of use, ensuring you understand how each towel rail performs in real-world conditions. The first is the temperature you want to maintain in your bathroom - which is relatively straightforward - when the shower or bath is switched-off. This can help reduce the build-up of mould. This is one of the towel warmers that has 2.5 m of drying space. With 6 heated bars, you can dry almost 6kg of clothes and towels together.The heater puts out a powerful 100W of heat which means that the bathroom is going to stay warm. Your towels and clothes are going to stay warm as well. You won’t have to worry about your bathroom feeling cold when you use this heater. Your towels are going to be warm and dry whenever you need them. Depending on whether or not you value portability, this is likely something that you will want to consider prior to making a purchasing decision. The plug-in models that you will find on the marketplace are generally the most portable as they can be moved from room to room as needed. Whereas, if you have a hardwired installation, you are pretty much limited in terms of portability. Safety Features The Status Portable Aluminium Towel Rail has six heating bars. This gives you plenty of room to hang your towels and other items. You also have plenty of room for clothes.

This unit has 5 heating bars that provide enough space to dry your clothes and towels. Doing laundry is now easier than before. Keeping clothes dry during the wetter months can become a challenge. You can’t keep them outside because it would take days to dry. That is why the HOMCOM Towel Rail Warmer will be an excellent addition to your house. It is a multi-functional towel rail warmer that you can use to keep your clothes and towels dry. This lightweight, portable device works incredibly fast. It has 70 watts of power that heats the towel rail warmer in no time at all. Features WärmeHaus meets all manufacturing standards including BS EN 442, and guarantees their products with an extremely generous 10-year warranty. Juva has passed pressure testing up to 10 bar, though you’ll never break 7 bar in operation. Depending on which model you buy, you’ll enjoy anywhere from one to four towel slots, and up to 19 bars for maximum radiant surface area. Truly, Juva is a cut above the rest, with minimalist styling and outstanding performance. The majority of UK bathrooms are small, so while the room itself may be quite cold with tiled walls and floors don’t go over the top when it comes to heating. Small spaces can heat up surprisingly fast - especially if there are fewer windows.

Can a towel rail heat a bathroom?

Electric – These are plug-in radiators in which an electrified heating element warms up a heat-retentive fluid. Electric towel rails are less efficient than their central heating-connected counterparts per capita. However, you can turn them on and off at will (if they have a switch). Furthermore, you can still use electric rads in the summer whilst the central heat’s off. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to dodge technician fees here, either, as the plug must be waterproofed for safety in the bathroom. These electrically heated towel rails are very efficient with their energy use. In fact, they generally only use as much energy as a standard 60 Watt light bulb. What Are The Benefits Of an Electric Heated Towel Rail? Easy Installation