All about designer heated towel rails

Heated towel rails are one of the basic plumbing items in the bathroom. Previously, these installations were seen as practical heating equipment and drying places. Today, plumbing manufacturers are engaged in the manufacture of original designs of heated towel rails, relegating products of traditional shapes to the background. By preserving and modernizing the functional side of this product as much as possible, the companies for the production of heated towel rails are trying to create artistic decorative elements.

This installation is present in almost every home, most often it has a standard S- or M-shape, we often dry small things on it. Nowadays, modern models are aimed not only at fulfilling a heating function, but also becoming a part of the interior of a certain style.

The catalog of heated towel rails amazes with its variety of designs. Here you can find both classic and designer bathroom models.

The most popular products are made of stainless steel, this is due to their quality characteristics. They have excellent anti-corrosion properties, and TIG welding technology allows you to make towel warmers as tight as possible.

A feature of modern design models lies in the standard shape of towel warmers made of pipes with a cross section, which differ in the shape of the bend and the type of coverage. A wide variety of profiles are used for the production of designer heated towel rails. For the manufacture of one product, several profiles of different shapes and sizes can be combined. Using the method of an unusual combination, models with a unique design are obtained, real works of art.

Interesting design solutions help to create a special atmosphere in the bathroom.

Like classic heated towel rails, design options differ in technical features, or rather in the way of heating. There are 3 types.

1. Water. Designed for connection to the heating system, the heating source is hot water, which circulates through the pipes. The disadvantage of this model is dependence on seasonal heating. However, if your house is equipped with autonomous heating, this is not a problem.
2. Electrical. This version of heated towel rails is heated by the antifreeze or oil inside, which is heated with the help of a heating element. There are also models inside which there is an electric cable in a silicone sheath. The advantage of such a product is mobility. It can be easily installed or moved to any location.
3. Hybrid. Designed for connection to the water supply system, however, a heating element is also placed inside, which serves as an additional source of heating. This is convenient when there are failures in the city heating.

There are also other signs by which decorative models are distinguished:

• by connection type (bottom, top);
• by location (horizontal, vertical).

Various metals and their alloys are used for the production of designer heated towel rails. Depending on the material, the technical characteristics of the products, their indicators of heat transfer, power, wear resistance and durability, also differ.

There are 3 main materials used in production.

• Black steel is the cheapest option. However, heated towel rails made of such material are more susceptible to corrosion, since they do not have an internal protective coating, their heat transfer rate is average. Such models are suitable only for those who have autonomous heating, who are not afraid of pressure drops.
• Stainless steel - the most popular material for the production of heated towel rails. It has good technical characteristics: long service life, corrosion resistance, ability to withstand high pressure. These stainless steel products can be installed in apartments that use the city water supply system. Also an advantage is the reasonable price.
• Brass is a combined copper-based alloy. Tough, wear-resistant material with anti-corrosion properties, but does not tolerate pressure drops very well. The characteristic golden yellow color makes it possible to produce models that are perfect for classic and retro style in the interior.

There are also unique collections of heated towel rails. For example, the famous brand I-Radium produces a whole collection of wooden models, while the Cinier company produces heated towel rails from Pyrenean stone.

As for the main forms of designer heated towel rails, there are 5 types of them:

• U-shaped;

• S-shaped;

• M-shaped;

• foxtrot;

• ladder.

In addition to the main five, there are a huge number of non-standard options for heated towel rails that combine traditional forms of products - for example, curved, frame, in the form of hexagons, in the loft style. Also, in shape, design products can be either vertical or horizontal.

The activities of designers of companies for the production of heated towel rails are aimed at a wide range of buyers. They try to diversify their product collection as much as possible, using the most daring colors and intricate designs.

A wide range of this heating equipment allows you to choose the ideal option for any interior style. For modern, high-tech bathrooms, models with chrome plating, white or black colors are suitable. For a classic or vintage style, brass is preferable.

For those, who like bright elements in the decor, towel warmers of orange, red, blue, green and other saturated colors are suitable.

There are quite a few companies engaged in the production of decorative heated towel rails both in Russia and abroad.

• Italian brand Margaroli, which gained worldwide popularity in 2000, when it released several collections of modernized heated towel rails. Now in the company's catalog you can find a large number of elegant models of the highest quality that will perfectly fit into any interior.

• The original models of heated towel rails are also produced by the Polish brand Terma. The products are popular with fans of extraordinary style solutions.

• Cordivari company is engaged in the manufacture of stylish chrome-coated stainless steel heated towel rails.

• Heated towel rails of the Italian Scirocco trademark Is a combination of functionality, quality and aesthetics. The brand's models become a real decoration of any interior.