How to Keep the Bathroom Warm & Cosy: Heating Tips and Tricks

Now the clocks have gone back, the allure of a hot bath in a warm bathroom in the evening is rather appealing! Here’s our guide to practical heating tips and tricks on how to keep the bathroom warm and cosy…

1 – A Large Electric Towel Rail

Try to allow for a standard central heating radiator, but to boost the warmth and cosiness in the bathroom, include an electric towel radiator as well. An electric model can be used independently of the central heating and will give an extra boost in extremely cold weather, as well as keeping towels and robes warm and aired. Our Santorini Electric Brushed Brass Flat Panel Heated Towel rail adds a warm look to the bathroom as well… but for different colour schemes, it’s also available in Anthracite, Matt Black, Inky Blue, Chrome and White in numerous sizes.

Modern bathroom interior with a tall, brushed brass flat panel heated towel rail mounted on a white wall. The minimalist decor features a wall mounted cabinet with a concrete-textured drawer, decorative vases with pampas grass, and a hanging brass pendant light. The room has herringbone wood flooring and a bright window on the right. — Above, Santorini Brushed Brass Flat Panel Heated Towel Rail 1200x450mm

2 – A Towel Rail Next to the Shower

Step out of the shower and envelope yourself immediately in a cosy warm towel that is already waiting for you! You could also warm a fluffy bathmat on the rail before stepping into the shower. It’s the little things that keep the bathroom warm and cosy! It’s also good to remember that a bathroom needs a constant, gentle warm atmosphere rather than fluctuating between icy temperatures and then feeling like a sauna, to avoid the dreaded effects of condensation. Keep the room aired and squeegee/wipe down the shower panels too.

Contemporary bathroom with a marble effect wall and floor tiles, featuring a glass sliding door with a chrome frame and easy fix feature. Inside the shower area is a large rain shower head. To the right, a sleek chrome towel radiator is mounted on the wall, whole on the left, a modern floating vanity unit with a lit mirror and minimalistic accessories enhances the stylish, clean design. — Above, Madrid Chrome Designer Heated Towel Rail 1200x450mm, also available as an electric version and in various sizes and finishes

3 – A Rail Next to the Vanity Area

Positioning is important for bathroom heating. In larger bathrooms, it feels nice and cosy to have a radiator or heated towel rail close to the vanity area as well as next to the shower or bath. The advantage of warm face towels is much appreciated too! Here, our Seville Matt Black Designer Flat Panel Heated Towel rail keeps warmed towels to hand next to the vanity area. Also available in Anthracite, Brushed Brass and Chrome and in electric versions for design flexibility.

Modern bathroom with a marble effect wall featuring a matt black designer flat panel heated towel rail. A floating vanity with marble countertop and a round vessel sink sits below two minimalist round mirrors, adding a stylish contrast to the light wall. The sleek black fixtures and rail provide a bold accent in the contemporary space. — Above, Seville Matt Black Designer Flat Panel Heated Towel Rail 1600x450mm

4 – Co-ordinate the Colour Scheme

Match the towel radiator or rail to your main colour scheme for complete cosy coordination! We’ve recently introduced Inky Blue to our colour options for heating, this is the Santorini Inky Blue Flat Panel Heated towel rail in the 800x450mm size, which is perfect for hand or guest towels, and which will add a stylish flourish to a colour scheme. Electric options are also available in 1000mm and 1200mm height options. If you need to work out the best size/heat output for the bathroom or cloakroom, check with our BTU calculator.

Stylish bathroom with a vertically ribbed white wall featuring a compact electric blue heated towel rail. A floating vanity unit with a matching blue cabinet and decorative vase sits nearby, alongside a round mirror with a sprig of greenery, adding a fresh and modern touch to the minimalist space. — Above, Santorini Inky Blue Flat Panel Heated Towel Rail

5 – The Classic Choice

Don’t worry about how to keep the bathroom warm and cosy… for a simple and elegant solution to the ‘cold towel’ conundrum, consider the Gibraltar Floor Standing Traditional Chrome Heated Towel Rail. This is the 1200x600mm size option, which is the perfect size to warm up a bath towel or bathrobe. Of course, it also provides a good amount of warmth for the room itself. We love the neat, classic design, along with matching traditional radiator valves.

Traditional bathroom featuring a floor-standing chrome heated towel rail with a classic ladder design. The rail stands against a blue panelled wall, complementing the vintage aesthetic. The floor has a geometric black and white tiled pattern, adding a touch of elegance to the overall design. — Above, Gibraltar Floor Standing Traditional Chrome Heated Towel Rail

6 – Totally Tall Warmth!

Go for maximum warmth in a larger bathroom, or perhaps for an en-suite, to allow the warmth to spread out. Our Athens Anthracite Vertical Radiator is suitable for all rooms in the house, not just the bathroom, and can be considered for the living room, dining room, bedrooms and so on for a coordinated look throughout the whole home. Available in a whole host of widths and heights to accommodate all layout configurations.

Elegant bathroom with a marble effect wall featuring an anthracite vertical radiator. A classic grey vanity with a white marble countertop and mounted mirror is flanked by two wall sconces, creating a warm ambiance. a small window with greenery in a glass vase and dark flooring complete the sophisticated and modern design. — Above, Athens Anthracite Double Column Vertical Traditional Radiator 1800x470mm

7 – Looking Elegant with Panelling

Consider a pair of smaller radiators to distribute the heat more evenly in a larger bathroom. If tiling isn’t your choice, consider panelling instead (Use bathroom or kitchen paint to keep the wood protected). Remember, constant warmth at a slightly lower temperature is better than roaring hot temperatures that suddenly drop to zero when the room isn’t being heated. This is our Athens Inky Blue Triple Column Horizontal Traditional Radiator, looking very stylish with matching panelling and wallpaper. In widths from 600mm to 1190mm.

Charming room with blue panelling and vintage style wallpaper in a toile pattern, featuring an inky blue triple column horizontal radiator. The space has a classic, cosy feel with herringbone wood flooring, a soft patterned rug, and a side table with a vase holding leafy branches near a large window that lets in natural light. — Above, Athens Inky Blue Double Column Horizontal Traditional Radiator

8 – The Finishing Touch – Matching Valves

It’s true, the devil is definitely in the detail, and matching radiator (or towel rail) valves definitely add a coordinated finish to the room, whether it’s a bathroom, kitchen, bedroom or living room. We have thermostatic and Manual valves to match all our radiators, whether you’re looking for contemporary or traditional styles. Shown here, are our Matt Black Angled Traditional Manual radiator valves. For technical advice, either by phone, email or live chat, head over to our Contact page, or pop into one of our showrooms!

Pair of matt black angled traditional radiator manual radiator valves with a classic crosshead design. The valves have a 15mm connection, offering a stylish and functional addition to radiators, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. — Above, Matt Black Angled Traditional Manual Radiator Valves

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