Towel Radiators

A heated towel rail is more than just a place to hang towels—it’s a practical and space-efficient way to warm your bathroom, reduce dampness, and add comfort to your daily routine. This collection offers a range of designs, finishes, and sizes to suit various interior styles and space requirements, whether...

A heated towel rail is more than just a place to hang towels—it’s a practical and space-efficient way to warm your bathroom, reduce dampness, and add comfort to your daily routine. This collection offers a range of designs, finishes, and sizes to suit various interior styles and space requirements, whether you’re renovating a modern en-suite or updating a traditional family bathroom.

Heating Efficiency Meets Design Versatility

These towel rail radiators are designed to provide consistent warmth while helping to reduce humidity in the bathroom. The range includes flat panel, straight, and traditional models, available in both modern and classic designs. Whether wall-mounted or freestanding, each radiator offers a considered balance of form and function.

Constructed from steel or stainless steel, each radiator is built for long-term use, offering excellent resistance to corrosion and daily wear. The durable build is enhanced by high-quality finishes such as brushed brass, matt black, chrome, brushed bronze, and shiny gold, all designed to minimise marks and surface damage over time.

Available Sizes for All Spaces

Heated towel rails are available in a wide range of dimensions to suit various bathroom layouts. Whether you’re working with a compact cloakroom or a spacious family bathroom, there is a size to match your needs. Common sizes include 1600 x 500 mm, 1400 x 550 mm, 1200 x 600 mm, 1200 x 500 mm, 1200 x 400 mm, 1080 x 550 mm, 800 x 600 mm, and 800 x 500 mm. This variety allows you to select a towel rail that fits perfectly within your available space, ensuring effective heating without compromising the room’s layout or flow.

Choose from a Range of Finishes

Our collection of heated towel rails is available in a carefully curated selection of finishes to suit a wide range of interior design preferences. For a bold, modern statement, matt black provides striking contrast and pairs beautifully with minimalist or industrial-style spaces. Brushed brass and gold finishes offer warmth and a sense of luxury, ideal for creating a refined, high-end atmosphere. Brushed bronze brings a soft, inviting tone that complements more traditional or heritage-inspired bathrooms. For a clean, timeless option, chrome remains a popular choice thanks to its sleek look and ease of maintenance, especially in high-use environments. Each finish is selected not only for its visual appeal but also for its durability, helping your radiator stay looking its best for years to come.

Dual Fuel Heated Towel Rails

Dual fuel towel rails offer the flexibility of central heating and electric operation, making them suitable for year-round use. In cooler months, they run as part of the central heating system. In warmer seasons, the electric element allows independent operation—so you can warm or dry towels without switching on the full heating system. This dual functionality is energy-efficient, cost-effective, and ideal for day-to-day convenience.

Types of Radiators for Every Interior

When choosing a heated towel rail, it’s important to consider both the layout of your space and how you plan to use it. Our collection offers a variety of radiator types, each designed with specific needs in mind—whether it’s for compact en-suites, larger family bathrooms, or period-style interiors. Here’s what sets each option apart:

Flat Panel Towel Rails

Flat panel radiators are a practical choice for bathrooms where wall space is limited. Their slim profile allows them to sit neatly against the wall, making them ideal for cloakrooms or narrow enclosures. Despite their space-saving design, they deliver efficient and even heat distribution thanks to the broad surface area of the panel. Many models feature low water content and rapid heat-up times, making them energy-efficient and cost-effective to run. This makes flat panel towel rails a smart investment for those looking to combine style with performance in a tighter space.

Straight Heated Towel Rails

Straight towel radiators are a popular choice for homeowners seeking both function and visual simplicity. Designed with uniformly spaced horizontal bars, they offer generous towel-hanging capacity while delivering consistent heat throughout the room. Typically larger than flat panel options, they are well suited to medium or large bathrooms where both towel drying and room heating are priorities. These radiators tend to have higher heat outputs (BTU ratings), making them particularly effective during colder months. Many are also compatible with dual fuel systems, giving you greater flexibility year-round.

Traditional Towel Rails

If you're aiming to add a touch of heritage charm to your space, traditional towel radiators provide the perfect balance of classic style and modern functionality. Often featuring overhanging bars and column-style heating sections, these models blend period aesthetics with efficient heating performance. Available in both central heating and dual fuel versions, traditional towel rails can be used all year round—even when the main heating system is off. Their steel construction allows them to retain heat longer than most modern styles, helping maintain warmth in the room while drying towels efficiently. Finishes like brushed brass or polished chrome add an authentic touch that complements traditional and vintage-inspired bathrooms beautifully.

Radiator Valves – Control, Compatibility, and Efficiency

Choosing the right radiator valve is just as important as choosing the radiator itself. Valves regulate how much hot water flows into the towel rail, allowing for temperature control, improved energy efficiency, and a polished installation.

Valves come in three main configurations—straight, angled, and corner—and selecting the correct type depends on the location of your pipework. Straight valves are used when pipework comes up from the floor, while angled and corner valves are ideal for pipework entering from the wall. Using the correct valve type not only ensures proper heat distribution but also helps the radiator sit flush against the wall, improving both aesthetic appeal and safety.

For those installing dual fuel radiators, a specialised dual fuel valve set is required. This setup includes a T-piece that connects both the electric heating element and the central heating supply, enabling you to switch between heating sources easily. It’s especially useful during the warmer months, when you may want to dry towels without heating the entire room.

Every product in our collection includes detailed compatibility information to support the installation process. Whether you're undertaking a full renovation or making a simple upgrade, our range of valves ensures your towel rail performs efficiently and looks the part in any setting.

Electric Heating Elements

Electric towel rails are powered by internal heating elements that convert electrical energy into heat. Available in 200W, 400W, and 600W models, these elements offer different power levels to suit the size of the radiator and the heating needs of your space.

Many models come with digital controls, offering features like a built-in timer, thermostat, and multiple heating modes—including energy-saving settings. These controls provide greater accuracy and help reduce energy consumption while maintaining a comfortable bathroom environment.

 

Read More About Towel Radiators

Heated towel rails are a sought-after choice for modern bathrooms, combining practical warmth with design appeal. As towels are placed over the bars, they absorb heat from the radiator, speeding up the drying process while keeping the room warm and comfortable. Built from durable materials such as steel, aluminium, or cast iron, they’re known for excellent heat conductivity and long-lasting performance.

Many of our towel radiators are crafted using PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) steel, a material renowned for both its strength and visual appeal. This advanced coating technology provides enhanced resistance to corrosion, discolouration, and everyday scratches. With high heat conductivity and minimal maintenance requirements, PVD-coated towel rails are built to withstand the challenges of humid bathroom environments while maintaining a sleek finish over time.

A Versatile Range of Finishes

Our range includes a wide selection of colours and finishes to suit every taste—from classic chrome and stainless steel to rich brushed brass, gold, brushed bronze, and matt black. Each finish is designed to resist moisture damage, fingerprints, and surface wear, helping your bathroom retain its clean and polished look. Available in brushed, polished, and matt textures, these finishes offer flexibility in both design and functionality, making them suitable for both modern and traditional interiors.

Easy Installation and Practical Features

All towel rails are supplied with installation kits, including mounting brackets, plugs, and vents, along with full fitting instructions. This makes installation quick and straightforward, even in DIY settings. The radiators are designed to be compatible with standard plumbing systems, making them suitable for both new builds and renovations. For added practicality, many of our traditional-style dual fuel radiators are available with overhanging rails—ideal for keeping towels within reach while maximising heat output. These are offered in various sizes and finishes, including brushed gold and polished chrome, to match your décor.

Understanding BTU and Heating Performance

The performance of a heated towel rail is often measured in BTU (British Thermal Us for convenience. Central heating models are plumbed into your home’s hot water system and operate with the rest of your radiators.Dual fuel radiators offer the best of both systems, allowing you to use the nits). A higher BTU rating means greater heat output, which is especially important in larger rooms or colder areas. Smaller bathrooms typically require a BTU range of 500–1,000, while medium spaces may need 1,000–2,500. Larger rooms or those with poor insulation may require 2,500 BTU or more. One of our best-sellers, a brushed brass model, delivers 1,357 BTU with a 21-bar structure, making it an excellent choice for standard residential bathrooms.

Heating Systems: Electric, Water-Based, or Dual Fuel

Towel rails are available in electric, central heating (water-based), or dual fuel options. Electric models operate independently from your central heating, connected via a standard power outlet, and are often fitted with digital timers or thermostattowel rail independently in warmer months with an electric element, or as part of the central heating during winter. This flexibility helps maintain consistent warmth and towel-drying year-round, without having to rely on one energy source.

Traditional and Modern Options for Every Interior

Our collection includes both traditional bar-style radiators and flat panel designs. Traditional models, with rounded or overhanging bars, are ideal for period-style interiors or rooms with larger wall space. These radiators typically offer high heat outputs, making them suitable for spacious bathrooms, cloakrooms, and guest en-suites. Flat panel towel rails, on the other hand, are popular for contemporary homes due to their slimline design and space-saving benefits. Their minimalist look and compact structure make them ideal for narrow walls, or smaller flats.

Radiator Valves – Function, Form, and Efficiency

To get the most out of your towel radiator, it’s essential to choose the right valve type. Our collection includes valves in straight, corner, and angled configurations to suit your plumbing setup. A selection of lockshield valves is also available to help prevent overheating and maintain balanced water flow. These valves not only optimise radiator performance but also come in various finishes—such as chrome, brushed brass, and matt black—to complement your chosen radiator. Additional accessories like pipe sleeves and cover plates provide a neat finish around floor openings and help complete the look with minimal visual disruption.

Browse the full collection of heated towel rails to find a solution that suits your space, supports your heating needs, and complements your bathroom’s overall design. With a wide choice of sizes, styles, and fuel types, you can confidently select a radiator that’s as practical as it is visually refined.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What size heated towel rail do I need for my bathroom?

The size of your heated towel rail depends on the dimensions of your space and your heating requirements. Smaller bathrooms or cloakrooms typically need compact models with lower BTU output (around 500–1,000 BTU), while larger rooms may require radiators with a higher output (up to 4,000 BTU or more). It’s also worth considering the number of towels you plan to hang, as more bars or a wider design may suit a busy household better.

A dual fuel towel radiator can operate using either your central heating system or an electric heating element. This means you can use it independently of your main heating—ideal for warmer months when you just want to dry towels or warm up the room. It offers greater flexibility and energy efficiency, making it a popular choice for year-round comfort and convenience.

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