Heated towel rack in the bathroom 100 photos of modern design patterns

Old towel rail in the bathroom often does not look aesthetically pleasing. Most often, it is completely out of the general picture, and nullifies the efforts of designers and builders. He will always attract attention and spoil the mood of the apartment owners. Maybe it's time to part with it? The more so because the market today abound "coils" of the different designs and shapes that fit better into your interior than the "antediluvian" pipe. How to Choose a heated towel rail for the bathroom, some species prefer, how to properly install - all of these questions, we will try to answer as much detail.

towel warmer function

In most towel is an element of the heating system. It is needed for pressure compensation and is set in order to prevent deformation of the pipeline. Recently, "coil" is often connected to a hot water system or even install an electric model. Such devices are no longer responsible for performing this function. But there are common problems with implementation which successfully handle any type of towel.

Modern warm pipe in the bathroom need to:

• space heating - heat in the room is much nicer to produce water and the procedure's Skin;
• prevent the occurrence of mold in the bathroom entities - humidity decreases, and thus is not a breeding ground for fungus;
• drying wet things - a great opportunity to dry a towel after taking a shower, laundered underwear, socks;
• creating a comfortable environment by the temperature stability of the room;
• adding to the interior of the bathroom stylish and elegant accent.

Species - their advantages and disadvantages

To date, manufacturers offer three main types of towel rails - water, electrical and combined. Each of them has its own characteristics, advantages and disadvantages. Let us consider each of them in detail.

water heated towel rail

Represent a "coil" configurations or various combinations of pipes through which hot water circulates.

The advantages of water-based systems:

1. You can connect the removed coil.
2. Economical because does not use electricity.
3. It does not require the installation of additional cable outlets and special.

Disadvantages:

1. To install will have to get permission from the Housing and operational service.
2. You can connect only to the systems of heating and hot water, so the choice of deployment locations is strictly regulated.
3. At the moment of disconnection of hot water or upon completion of the heating period, it ceases to fulfill its function.
4. There is a high risk of leakage.

Water heated towel rail for those who simply want to replace an old appliance a new - aesthetic and modern, setting it to the old place, or seeks to limit consumption electricity.

A wide variety of models of appliances of water allows you to select a dryer for any design. Traditional U-shaped and M-shaped snakes compete with ladders made with shelves for storing towels and without them.

Each connection increases the risk of leakage, so you should choose a product with a minimum number of welds.

Electric heated towel rail

The system can operate autonomously without a connection to a hot water source - heat provided by the electric resistance. This allows you to place the battery on any empty area of ​​the wall in the bathroom. This is not the only advantage of the electric towel warmer. Among the positive characteristics of the device are:

• It does not require a permit;
• easy to assemble;
• a temperature controller that allows the mode in which it will be comfortable;
• It can be used in any season - even when there is no heat and hot water. With it in your bathroom, even in the off-season will be warm and cozy;
• efficient models exist which can be operated without shutdown and while consuming a minimum amount of energy;
• rapidly heated room;
• It can be entered in any design due to the wide variety of models.

Among the shortcomings can be identified:

• constant power consumption, although in minor quantities;
• the need for laying cables and installing a new outlet with a special cover. It protects contacts from flying spray.

If you do not want to depend on the heating and hot water, choose the electric towel rail with a sufficient degree of protection for installation in the bathroom.

Electrical appliances are not only wired but also oil.

Advantages of oil dryers:

1. GW does not need to connect and CO.
2. Hold heat for a long time.

Weaknesses:

• heavy, since oil is contained inside;
• heating element must always be surrounded by oil and therefore is at the bottom;
• the system is heated for a long time;
• increase in electricity consumption.

Combined

Combined instrument panel is a combination of water and electricity species. The water coil is inserted heating element that can be switched at a time when hot water is not supplied. With this device in your bathroom will always be comfortable. But this type of heater has a significant drawback - it costs more expensive than conventional models.

Features of the size and shape

Design features and dimensions of the radiator directly affect the aesthetics bathrooms, efficiency and reliability of the device, and a comfortable environment in the room. The photo shows the most common models.

The main forms of heated towel rails and their dimensions:

• U-shaped. The most compact models are ideal for small spaces. As a rule, they are placed real estate developers, as this is the most budget option. It should be noted that the safety of this type of water dryer surpass some expensive models. The fact that they have no welded seams, and the risk of leakage is minimized. The products have a standard width - 40-80 cm, and a height of 32 cm.

• M-shaped. Like the preceding species consist of one element, and therefore does not have the connection points, which most often are formed leaks. Their height is twice the previous characteristics and is 50-60 cm, and the standard width. Such products fit perfectly into the design of the spacious bathroom and create a comfortable environment for its owners.

• S-shaped - it is often called "the snake."

• Foxtrot. In this embodiment, U-shaped tube design supplemented waveform. Due to this area and its efficiency increases. It has an interesting highlight of any project. Produced in height from 32 to 60, as a standard width - 40-80 cm.

• Ladder. They are large in size. Their minimum height - 50 cm, while the maximum - 120 cm.

In a small room over a large heated towel rail will look awkward, so when choosing a products should take into account not only its appearance and matching design space, but also the size of the bathroom room.

Material

The material for the manufacture of the towel dryer can perform various kinds of metals or their alloys. And depending on that - which one has been chosen for the production, may differ durability and resistance to wear and tear items.

Towel is made from:

• black steel - the most budget option, and that its benefits come to an end. The fact that the production of black steel has no internal anti-corrosion coating, insufficiently resistant to the aqueous medium and heating medium. Such systems are better to choose a private house with central heating, where there is no high pressure and extremes;
• stainless steel - the most popular and popular type of coil. It is both the budget and at the same time robust material that will last for a long time. It is because of its affordability and durability it is recommended to be installed in apartment buildings. This towel is a product without welds, and therefore has the ability to withstand high pressure which are so often found in public water systems. The articles may be painted, chrome-plated or coated with materials, outwardly looking as bronze or brass;

When purchasing the combined stainless steel towel warmer make sure that its wall is not thinner than 3 mm. The product with too thin walls lasts long, and the heat transfer it is lower.

At the time of purchase, inspect joints defects on the subject. Too budget value may be due to the low quality of the product;

• Copper - one of the most reliable options, but not the cheapest. Despite the light weight, copper articles have high thermal conductivity and resistance to corrosion. They are perfect for connecting to the central and autonomous hot water supply system, as well withstand high pressure water environment. Copper is an excellent towel accessory capable decorate any interior, especially in combination with copper fittings;
• brass - has characteristics similar to copper - has excellent heat dissipation and resistance to attack by water. However, please note that on the market today imported brass products are not able to withstand the high pressure of water in apartment buildings. Therefore, they are best used in the autonomous heating systems.

Whichever you choose towel dryer, always carefully study its characteristics and instructions for installing it.

Design and color

Manufacturers strive to satisfy all the demands and release the towel, which will be in harmony with the rest of the details of any interior. You can choose the best option for any style. For rooms with modern design, fit chrome, white, silver or black product. The nobility of classic support copper or brass model. The industrial style fit perfectly black or steel shades.

installation site

Arrangement of electric towel depends on the output power source. You need to locate them in the design phase. Then when wiring the lead wire can be in the place where the device will be. If the finishing is completed or if you are replacing an old radiator, the new will have to hang next to the existing socket.

For water and combined models the situation is somewhat more complicated. Here it is necessary to focus on the location of the hot water pipes. Often located next to them and you have a sink hanging towel rack directly above it, which is very inconvenient. If the device is connected to the heating system, as a rule, choose a place in front of the bath. Another good idea is to place - above the washing machine. The worst option - over the toilet when it comes to the combination bathroom. Towels at any moment can fall off and get dirty. Above the bathroom radiator is also better not to post, because the water spray will fall on the towels.

How to choose

Different types of towel warmers have their important characteristics.

When choosing a water model should pay attention to the nuances of the following:

• Radiator matching parameters as the working level and the pressing pressure to 6 atmospheres or more;
• quality of the material;
• the presence of the anticorrosive layer inside the tube;
• number of welds;
• design;
• Colour.

When buying, check that all the necessary components and acquiring the missing details.

Keep in mind that imported water products are not designed for connection to DHW system and can not cope with the pressure of water. Today, the market plenty of options from Russian companies, whose products are not inferior in quality and appearance, and has a high rating. Review of popular models look at the video.

Mounting water towel warmer

When planning a replacement towel warmer are kindly requested to contact the Management Company a statement on the ceiling of the riser with the hot water. The statement should specify the time period needed.

Make sure that the riser is no water, you can begin to dismantle the old unit and the new direct connection.

Installation steps:

1. Installation of a bypass. The design represents a jumper, made of a polypropylene tube. It is necessary when you need to cut off the water, without resorting to the Criminal Code. This is an indispensable element of the system, which can greatly help out if there is a leak or need to replace a heated towel rail. It is attached to the pre-installed Ball Valves, which at the time of force majeure will be cut off. In this case, the water flow in the riser stops. Air may accumulate in the system. Therefore, in itself should also be installed jumper ball valve. This allows you to ensure smooth water circulation in the coil.
2. Installation. Requirements for the connection of the coil described in SNP 2-04-01-85. By ball valves bypass welded polypropylene pipes which are subsequently connected with the heater. Construction is mounted on the wall and connected to the existing pipes. The system supporting arms secured to protect the walls from excessive loads that may arise due to deformation of the heating pipe water inlet and outlet. Between towel wall must be maintained a distance of 35 cm for pipes with diameters up to 23 mm, and 50 mm for wider tubes. The feed riser connected to the socket at the top of the unit.

During installation it should be remembered that the supply pipe must be installed at a slight incline in the region of 5-10 cm in the direction of water movement.

1. Testing of the system. After installation, check for leaks. Turn on the water and carefully inspect all welds. Connections must be perfectly dry.

Mounting the electric towel dryer

Adjustment of electric devices Technology is not too complicated, so it is quite possible to cope on their hands. The product is attached on the wall and is connected to the mains. For the latter, you can use an existing outlet, or be embedded wiring of the manifold.

Instructions for connecting an electric towel warmer:

1. Prepare the necessary tools - drill, drill on the tile, building level, measuring tape, a marker, and a voltage tester or a screwdriver indicator.
2. Decide - what method will be used to connect to your home network. If the repair is at the stage of laying communications, it is better to lay a separate cable from the junction box. This is a safer option. If the replacement is done in the already renovated the bathroom, without destroying the lining of this option will not work, and this is totally unnecessary. In such a case it would be more correct to connect to a current outlet. This option is dangerous, but only if properly selected outlet - a waterproof housing, right Calculate the height of its installation and location well away from the water, there will be nothing to fear.
3. Finished wall for mounting. It is necessary to mark out a place for the fixtures and make sure that the points are at the same height. You can check this using a spirit level.
4. Drill holes and hammering them dowels.
5. Putting a heated towel rail in the drawing in the instructions.
6. Connecting wires to the terminals of the device after removing the light in the panel.
7. We make installation - are putting to the wall and tighten the screws.
8. Turn on the machine in the cluster.

Installation of the combined model

Connection of universal product carried like a water. Thereafter, the electric heating element is inserted into the lower socket. The heating element is tightly twisted in the system and is connected to the mains.

In more detail the installation process towel warmer is shown in the video: