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Towel Radiators

Wrapping yourself in a cosy warm towel is one of life’s simple pleasures. Here at Designer Radiators Direct, we stock a fantastic range of towel radiators that boast high heat outputs, low prices and look great in any space. We have hundreds of towel radiators and heated towel rails for you to choose from. They are easy to install and there’s a huge number of finishes and materials to choose from. You’ll be spoiled for choice.

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Towel radiators were long the domain of expensive hotel and luxury penthouse suites, but now they're more popular and mainstream than ever. Nowadays, they are becoming more prevalent all across the UK. They are known for being the perfect bathroom radiator, but they're also a great addition to kitchens and utility rooms.

One myth is that heated towel rails aren't strong enough to heat rooms, and are only designed to warm towels. That might have been the case when they were first invented. But now with modern technologies and advancements, most towel radiators are more than capable of heating rooms.

Before you pick out your dream towel rail make sure you work out the required BTU output for your space. To make things easier for you, we have supplied a free-to-use BTU calculator. This lets you see what heat output your space needs.

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If you’re looking for a steal, then take a look at our towel radiators on our sale page. There are a number of materials and finishes for you to pick from, don’t miss out!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our award-winning customer service team are always happy to help.

Towel Radiators Popular Questions

What Are Towel Radiators?

Towel radiators are handy little radiators that not only provide great heat, but also have heated towel rails so you can warm your towels, clothes and bathrobes. Most types of towel rails are known as ladder towel radiators, these usually have multiple heated horizontal bars or panels dropping down in a ladder design. But nowadays they come in a range of designs.

Towel radiators are smaller than typical living room radiators so if you're limited on space, they’ll be more beneficial for you. A myth is that towel rails can’t heat your room, but with modern technology, a correctly sized one will have no issues heating most spaces.

What Are The Main Benefits Of A Towel Radiator?

Do you have a tiny bathroom in your property? Are you worried there just isn't enough room for a heated radiator? With bathroom sizes shrinking, it's a fair concern. But, the size of your space shouldn't affect its functionality or style. At Designer Radiators Direct, we have designer towel radiators in a variety of sizes, orientations, and styles to ensure it fits seamlessly into your space. Take a look at our small towel radiators if you're worried about limited space.

What Material Is Best For A Towel Radiator?

Towel radiators are often used in rooms with high humidity like bathrooms or in rooms that have rapid heat changes like kitchens. If you're looking for a towel rail to put in one of these spaces then it's important to go for a material that works best for these situations.

This is where stainless steel comes in. Stainless steel is a metal alloy that is highly conductive so it holds heat longer than other materials, and the main reason why they’re popular is because they are resistant to corrosion, rust, peeling and staining. This makes these stainless steel towel radiators highly useful in bathrooms, kitchens and utility or laundry rooms. They only require minimum maintenance which is another benefit of stainless steel.

Other highly popular materials used are chrome and aluminium. They are both extremely affordable and have quick heat up times. Though they don’t have the resistance that stainless steel has, they are a great alternative if you're on a budget.

What Is The Best Towel Radiator Brand?

We have a wide range of brands that work with Designer Radiators Direct, we have been meticulous in choosing only the most reputable and quality assured brands that offer the best in radiator engineering and design.
Here are a few of our most popular radiator brands we work with;

  • Lux Heat Radiators - We here at Designer Radiators Direct have been in the radiator business for over 12 years and have put that experience into creating a brand that can provide you with the best customer service and the best designer radiators available and this brand is called Lux Heat. We aim to provide every customer with premium quality designer radiators so are happy to let you know all of our Lux Heat radiators have budget-friendly prices and all come with a 10 year guarantee. See our sales page for a range of Lux Heat Radiators at discounted prices today.
  • Reina Radiators - Reina is one of the most well known brands in the radiator business, this is because of their quality assured radiators, interesting and durable designs and low prices. You won’t struggle to find a style you like with their huge selection of radiator designs.
  • Carisa Radiators - Carisa is a UK focused brand that has been in the industry for over 40 years. They offer some of the most unique and luxurious designs on the market that all feature impressive heat outputs. They offer a range of towel radiators in various materials to suit every property's heating needs.

How To Use A Towel Radiator?

The standard place to put towel radiators is the bathroom. However, they aren't limited to that space. Heated towel rails have blossomed in design so they can be the perfect addition to a kitchen or utility room.

Usually, it's best to fit your radiator on the coldest wall of the room. This is often near a window. This can help ensure heat is distributed throughout the space effectively, improving efficiency and helping you create a cosy space to enjoy.

What Size Do I Need?

If you have a small bathroom (or another space), a towel rail should be sufficient to provide enough warmth for the room to stay nicely heated. In terms of the size that you require, a lot will be determined by the size of the room. To work out exactly which towel radiator you need, we have created a free to use BTU calculator. Simply enter your room's information and view the radiators best suited to you and your space.

What Does Dual Fuel Mean?

Dual fuel towel radiators are adapted to be used on both the central heating system and the main electrical supply. By doing this you can heat your towel rail without having to turn your central heating on, and they are great to help reduce your carbon footprint.

How To Bleed A Towel Radiator?

Bleeding your towel radiator is one of the most important things to do when it comes to radiator maintenance. Knowing how to do this can keep your central heating system and radiator healthy and functional. For step by step instructions on how to bleed your radiator, take a look at our guide.