🛀 Stainless steel water heated towel rail: parameters and operating conditions

Recently, a new heating period has begun in Russia - hot water has spread through radiatorsfilling the air in apartments with warmth that is so necessary in winter. Yes, in living rooms and kitchens, the presence of batteries is commonplace, but with a bathroom and a bathroom, everything is much more complicated. The bottom line is that installing a full-fledged block of sections will "steal" a lot of free space, and using stationary electric convection heaters impractical due to constant contact with water. There is one truly versatile and effective solution to this problem, and its name is the stainless steel heated towel rail. Its "younger" version, included in the heating system, can sometimes be found in old apartment buildings, but it has a number of disadvantages, the main one of which is corrosion of metal. Why is the hero of our review better than other options, how to rationally choose and install it - answers to these questions will be provided today by the HouseChief editorial staff in its new article. Stay with us for the next few minutes if you care about your health and comfort!

Design and operational features of stainless steel heated towel rails

Before you start choosing the most worthy sample, you should decide on the appearance of the product and its basic functions. From a structural point of view, the heating element is a steel pipe with an unusual "curved" shape. During operation, hot water passes through the apparatus, heating the steel walls. Thanks to convection (as in central heating batteries), the room becomes warmer.

In addition, due to its specific shape, the device allows you to dry damp clothes or towels on its surface. But this function, in spite of the fact that it is in the name of the product itself, is more of an applied nature.

Types of products - what forms does a water heated towel rail take

As we said earlier, heat-conducting elements made of stainless steel acquire a certain appearance during the production process. Each design is good and convenient in its own way, but first, let's see what types are most common on the domestic market.

U-shaped model

The most compact and cheapest option of all. Despite the economy in all respects, such a solution is beneficial only in exceptional cases - the small size imposes too many restrictions on the owner.

M-shaped model

A more advanced and efficient piece of apparatus. Due to the larger device, it is increased as heating efficiencyand the ability to place more towels and other linen. It is one of the most common and advantageous offers in modern conditions.

Snake-shaped

If the previous options were standard, then the serpentine appearance is an atypical, but very functional example of a water heated towel rail. This is due to the large number of "sections" that not only heat the air more efficiently, but are also able to accommodate a lot of wet clothes.

In the form of a staircase

The most convenient and pleasant type of construction in all respects. There are many reasons for this:

• stylish look that will fit to any bathroom or a bathroom;
• one device will be enough to heat even a large combined room;
• comfortable straight edges from which the fabric will not slip.

Note! Ladder models are especially worth highlighting, equipped with a special shelf at the top or bottom of the device. They are much more expensive and require a secure fit. However, in exchange for this, you will receive a unique device with the broadest possibilities for insulation and storage.

Exclusive and constructively complex models

Zigzag, ring, curly, combining various elements - from abundance all kinds of offers from manufacturers in this segment, any buyer will have eyes different sides. But do not forget that such delights are not suitable for any interior, and the functionality may be inferior to simpler models.

How to choose a stainless steel heated towel rail - the most important characteristics

Having decided on the geometric shape most suitable for your needs, you can continue to further select the optimal equipment. For this it is worth investigating a number of important criteria. This is what we are going to do now.

Metal thickness and type of coating

Stainless steel - the material is quite durable due to its high resistance to corrosion. However, even it is gradually deteriorating. This happens especially quickly under dynamic loads (pressure surges, etc.). To avoid unpleasant situations, it is necessary to choose radiators with a wall thickness of at least 3 mm. It is also worth considering the availability of coverage. Plain polished or chromed steel would be the best option.

Dimensions of the heated room

This is a fairly simple and logical point. The larger your bathroom, the larger the device itself should be. On the contrary, for compact rooms a large water heated towel rail will be simply irrational - high air humidity and stuffiness also does not add health to a person.

Hot water source

Since the devices we are considering work only thanks to the inflow of hot water, its source should also be given attention. Today, two options can be distinguished:

Water supply type	Dignity	Flaws
	Higher heating temperature	Depending on the heating season, due to stagnant water, corrosion may accelerate
	Constant availability of the required amount of coolant	The need to constantly turn on the tap to circulate the liquid

Helpful information! In cases where there are interruptions in the supply of hot water, the best solution would be to purchase an electric heated towel rail. Yes, it is quite expensive in terms of energy resources and requires additional protection from contact with moisture. But you will always be in a warm and comfortable environment.

System connection type

Having chosen the source of supply of the coolant, it is worth considering in advance the method by which the water heated towel rail will be connected to the general system. There are many ways to do this, but each of them is applicable only in certain cases:

Connection type	Scheme
DHW
Consistent
Parallel
Diagonal
Heating
Lower
Direct
Diagonal

Availability of additional options

Last but not least, it is necessary to take into account the presence of various "bonuses" that improve your life, and the maintenance of a water heated towel rail. Among them, the presence of movable elements, as well as the previously mentioned shelves or hooks on the side faces, can be distinguished. The expediency of their presence is solely your choice.

Rating of the best manufacturers of stainless steel water heated towel rails

When all the technical parameters have been studied, the appropriate conclusions have been drawn and an "action plan" has been drawn up, there is only one thing left - to purchase a suitable sample of equipment. If you feel confident enough, you can independently study the market for such products. But if you still have any doubts, then we suggest studying our small Top manufacturers and the most successful examples of their products.

Illustration	Manufacturer / Brand Country	Popular item	HouseChief editorial score, points
	Sunerzha / Russia	Sunerzha M-shaped 2P 500 × 500	8,1/10
water heated towel rail Sunerzha M-shaped 2P 500 × 500
	Energy / UK (representative offices in China, Russia, France)	Energy Modern 600 × 700	8,6/10
water heated towel rail Energy Modern 600 × 700
	Style / Russia	Style Minor 00602 500 × 1000	8,8/10
hot water heated towel rail Minor Style 00602 500 × 1000
	Tera / Russia	Tera Foxtrot PM 500 × 600	9,3/10
water heated towel rail Tera Foxtrot PM 500 × 600
	Terminus / Russia	Terminus Foxtrot 320 × 500	9,5/10
hot water heated towel rail Terminus Foxtrot 320 × 500 hot water heated towel rail Terminus Foxtrot 320 × 500

Review of water heated towel rails Terminus Foxtrot 320 × 500:

Features of installing water heated towel rails in the bathroom

Finally, it is worth mentioning the installation of the hero of our review in the conditions of an apartment or a private house. As we discussed earlier, there are at least six known methods for mounting a device. To cover them in detail, one article is clearly not enough, so let's look at the basics. Since visual demonstration is much more effective than words, we have selected videos from the Internet for you. Watch it - and many questions will be cleared up!

Conclusion

So our small article about the huge world of water heated towel rails has come to an end. Every day their assortment increases, prices become more and more loyal, and manufacturers regularly improve quality. We hope that after reading the information from the HouseChief editors, your bathroom will be filled with warmth and comfort, and towels and linen will instantly dry on a useful appliance. Share in the comments your opinion, interesting experience in the selection and installation of devices - we are very interested in your opinion on this issue.

And for today we say goodbye and wish you a successful renovation. Until next time!