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Combine form and function in your bathroom with a towel radiator (also known as a heated towel rail) from Plumbworld. A popular feature in many bathrooms, heated towel rails and towel radiators have become must-have bathroom accessories, making a big impact in bathroom design over the past few years. The biggest benefit of installing heated towel rails or bathroom radiators is that they are a two-in-one item, heating your bathroom and drying towels. At Plumbworld, we have an extensive range, including traditional heated towel rails and contemporary heated towel rails.

Want to know more? Discover our dedicated guide to buying heated towel rails!

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Dual Fuel: Uses both central heating and electricity, allowing use year-round.

Central Heating: Connects to your home's hot water system and works when the central heating is on.

Electric: Plugs into the mains, ideal for homes without central heating or for year-round use.

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Dual Fuel: Uses both central heating and electricity, allowing use year-round.

Central Heating: Connects to your home's hot water system and works when the central heating is on.

Electric: Plugs into the mains, ideal for homes without central heating or for year-round use.

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Solaro Marlow E-Style 1150 x 500mm Heated Towel Radiator - Matt Anthracite

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£359.99 inc
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Solaro Launton Square Bar 1200 x 500mm Heated Towel Radiator with Hangers - Matt Anthracite

£344.99 inc
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Solaro Loddon 1200 x 500mm Electric Heated Towel Radiator - Matt Anthracite

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£475.00 inc
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Solaro Loddon 1200 x 500mm Electric Heated Towel Radiator - Chrome

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£525.00 inc
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Solaro Kennet 700 x 600mm Electric Heated Towel Radiator - Chrome

£430.00 inc
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Solaro Tunstall 1600 x 500mm Double Panel Heated Towel Radiator - Matt White

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£469.99 inc
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Solaro Platani 1150 x 500mm Heated Towel Radiator - Chrome

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£360.00 inc
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DuraTherm 1600 x 600mm Flat Dual Fuel Heated Towel Radiator Thermostatic Matt Black

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18 ratings

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£180.00 inc
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DuraTherm 750 x 450mm Flat Dual Fuel Heated Towel Radiator Thermostatic Matt Black

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18 ratings

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£129.95 inc
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DuraTherm 750 x 600mm Flat Dual Fuel Heated Towel Radiator Thermostatic Matt Black

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18 ratings

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£129.95 inc
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How do I work out the right size and heat output for my room?

Use the BTU Heating Calculator to convert your room’s size, insulation and window area into the heat output you need; the result tells you the radiator kW or BTU to look for. If you have a large living room you might choose a double panel or wider horizontal radiator to reach that output, whereas a small bedroom often needs a single panel or compact vertical model. Always allow a little extra if the room is poorly insulated or has high ceilings. The calculator makes the choice quick and reliable.

Which radiator style suits a period home versus a modern interior?

For a period or traditional house, column radiators give an authentic, homely look and strong heat output, while flat panel or oval radiators suit clean, contemporary spaces. Designer radiators are ideal when you want a statement piece that doubles as décor, for example an anthracite vertical designer radiator in a minimalist living room. Think about proportions: tall verticals save wall length, and horizontals work under windows.

Can I have a radiator in my bathroom or kitchen, and what types work best there?

Yes — towel radiators are specifically made for bathrooms and kitchens because they heat the room and dry towels, while mirror radiators combine a mirror with heating for a practical shower-room solution. Choose bathroom-rated models or those specified for wet areas, and consider a slim tall towel radiator if space beside a basin or shower is limited. A compact kitchen radiator or low-surface-temperature model keeps surfaces safe and unobtrusive.

Should I choose central-heating, electric, oil-filled or aluminium radiators?

Central-heating radiators plug into your hot-water system and are standard for whole-house heating, while electric and smart electric radiators are great where you lack a central system or want zonal control; smart units let you schedule and save energy. Oil-filled radiators release gentle, long-lasting heat and are useful for bedrooms or occasional rooms, and aluminium radiators warm up quickly and are lightweight — ideal for rapid heat in living spaces. Match the type to how and when you want heat: fast response, long residual warmth, or independent electric control.

What valves, covers and finishes will complete the look and performance?

Radiator valves are a small detail that affects both function and style — thermostatic valves give room-by-room control, while manual valves keep things simple. Radiator covers hide the unit for a neat look and can be matched to your décor; for example, a white flat panel with a white cover blends into a minimalist kitchen. Colour choices such as black, grey, anthracite or white let you make the radiator a subtle backdrop or a statement feature.

Can a towel rail heat a bathroom?

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 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.

What are the types of heated towel rails?

At Plumbworld, we stock a variety of towel radiators, including curved, flat, flat panel, square bar, anthracite, and traditional heated towel rails.

Curved Chrome Heated Towel Rails

Crossbars are curved outwards away from the wall. As well as being visually more interesting than a flat rail, this provides a slightly greater heat output as the crossbars are slightly longer. They are a great choice for bathrooms with organically curved bathroom accessories, taps and suites in general.

Flat Chrome Heated Towel Rails

Flat chrome heated towel rails are often called ladder towel rails. The chrome sides and crossbars are straight and connected at right angles. They sit flat against the wall and are always a popular choice, providing a clean contemporary look while offering plenty of heat for towels and the bathroom as well.

Anthracite Heated Towel Rails

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.

Flat Panel Heated Towel Rails

Nothing says minimalistic like a flat heated towel rail. They work just as well as other rails but look much smarter, distributing heat while blending seamlessly with your bathroom accessories. They plumb straight into your normal water system just like a standard radiator and work when your central heating is running.

Square Bar Heated Towel Rails

Modern-looking while adding contemporary styling to any setting, this is exactly what people are striving for in their homes. Our range of Square Bar Heated Towel Rails run extremely efficiently and plumb directly into your central heating system, so it’ll heat your bathroom and towels whenever you’ve got your heating on.

Traditional Heated Towel Radiators

If you’d rather have something different to all the contemporary towel radiator designs on the market, then a traditional towel radiator is for you. Our traditional heated towel radiators combine classic styling and a rust-free lifespan with modern technology and will look stunning in any traditionally-styled bathroom with complementing bathroom accessories.

What size heated towel radiator do I need?

This really depends on the size of your bathroom - a larger space will need a larger heated towel radiator than a smaller washroom.

Two important factors decide the size of the radiator or heated towel rail you will need.

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.

The second can be more complicated, which takes into account the heat loss from your bathroom. These can depend on the size of windows and, in particular, the construction materials used in your home. A bathroom traditionally has a limited number of windows for privacy, so heat loss is less of a concern.

If you choose too large a size, it won’t be economical. If you go too small, the room won’t reach the temperature you want.

Heated towel rails: electric or central heating, which fuel should I use?

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.

Central Heating Towel Radiator

Here, the towel rail is plumbed into your central heating system, just like every other radiator in the house, and the bars are filled with water. If you have your central heating on a timer, your towel rail will switch on and off at the same time as the heating. Most towel rails also have thermostatic valve controls which allow you to turn it up and down as required.

Electric Towel Radiator

These towel radiators run on electricity and entirely independent of your central heating system. They can be an excellent choice for homes which are not centrally heated or where the boiler lacks the capacity to run another radiator. Electric-heated towel rails can also be fitted with a timer to set them to switch on and off when you please. For warm towels in summer, this is a good choice.

Look at the costs for each type of towel radiator and investigate their running costs. Make your decision based on what is most appropriate for your home.

If your home is centrally heated, you will probably have a radiator in the bathroom already. Unless your bathroom is enormous, there is no need to run both a towel rail and a radiator in the same room.

Removing the existing radiator while installing a new towel rail could save you money on plumber’s costs too, as, in most cases, the new unit can be put in the same place as the old radiator.

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.

Find out more in our Bathroom Heating Guide.

How to fit a heated towel rail in a bathroom?

If you are competent at DIY and have the required tools, then replacing your radiators with a water-filled heated towel rail might be something you can tackle yourself.

Make sure you know what the job entails, watch lots of videos online to show you step by step how to complete the job, and remember to switch the water supply off.

Most of us, however, will need to get the professionals in to do the job. You’ll need to get hold of a plumber if you are thinking of putting in a heated towel rail which will be attached to the central heating system. Plus, you’ll need an electrician for an electric towel rail.

There will also be restrictions on where in the bathroom you can locate it, as not all rails can be used within a certain distance from water. Check the specifications of the towel rail you’re thinking of buying and get advice from an electrician if confused.

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