What is a hydronic towel warmer?

What is a hydronic towel warmer?

Hydronic Heated towel rails are the ultimate in bathroom luxury. They provide radiant heat to the bathroom, whilst keeping your towels fluffy, dry and warm. All heated towel rails are designed and manufactured by Hydrotherm Australia and are 100% Australian made and owned.

What is a good heat output for a towel radiator?

You will require 1 x radiator or heated towel radiator with an output of at least 1896 BTU. Something like the White heated towel rail 1200 x 600 would be ideal. You will require 2 x radiators with a BTU output of at least 3733 BTU.

Are heated towel rails as good as radiators?

Customers ask us all the time; “what’s the difference between a radiator and a towel warmer?” In simple terms, radiators are more efficient at transferring heat; their job is to keep your room at an optimum temperature, whereas towel warmers do what they say on the tin, ‘Heat your Towels’, offering minimum heat output.

Can you fit a towel radiator to existing valves?

It’s perfectly possible to fit a towel radiator to existing valves if you’d like to replace an existing radiator. The easiest way to do this is to fit a towel radiator with the same width as the existing radiator. If that’s the case, there’s no need to drain the system or take up your flooring or skirting boards.

Do hydronic towel warmers heat the room?

The hydronic towel warmer uses radiant heat, which is more eco-friendly and also more efficient as it heats objects directly instead of pushing heat into the air. Hydronic towel warmers are a little more expensive but they are the superior bathroom heat source.

How does a hydronic towel warmer work?

Hydronic towel warmers are connected to either hot-water plumbing or radiant-heating systems. Like a radiator, the hot water runs through the towel bars, providing even and consistent warmth.

What is BTU formula?

Formula. BTU = Flow Rate In GPM (of water) x (Temperature Leaving Process – Temperature Entering Process) x 500.4*Formula changes with fluids others than straight water.

Are white towel rails better than Chrome?

A white towel rail will help to develop a feeling of cleanliness in your bathroom and give an impression of crispness and hygiene. Chrome, on the other hand, can help give your bathroom a more uniform look by tying everything in together in a more sleek and contemporary style.

Are towel radiators expensive to run?

Electric heated towel rails are operated like any other electric heater, being turned on and off with the flick of a switch. These rails avoid the issue of having to switch on the rest of your central heating, however they can be expensive to run due to the power requirements of the heated element within.

Can you leave heated towel rail on all the time?

Heated towel rails are designed to be left on all the time and there are no safety issues to consider if you decide you want to keep them running. A standard heated towel rail will typically come on and off in accordance with the main central heating system.

What are the 2 valves on a towel radiator?

One valve accounts for the amount of hot water that enters the radiator. The other valve, referred to as the lockshield valve, balances the system by regulating how much heat the radiator gives off.

How high should a towel radiator be from the floor?

Solved! The Perfect Height for Towel Bars and Hooks

1. The standard towel bar height is 48 inches above the floor.
2. Lower the height to 44 inches to accommodate those with limited mobility.
3. Lower the height to 36 inches for little ones.
4. Leave a four-inch clearance between towel bars and outlets or switches.

Why are Runtal hydronic towel radiators so popular?

By design, Runtal Towel radiators offer an endless array of opportunity for installation wherever warmth is needed and can either blend into your architecture or stand out as a central piece of the design. Runtal Hydronic Towel Radiators can be plumbed to be integral to you existing hot water heating system easily.

What do you need to know about the Runtal arteplano?

This designer radiator celebrates the perfection of material and surface finish, combining state-of-the-art heating technology with striking contemporary design. RUNTAL ARTEPLANO was developed in the Runtal Design Studio. The smooth surfaces efficiently give out a pleasing warmth while subtly integrating the radiator into the room.

What are the different types of towel radiators?

The flat-panel design Omnipanel, offers enhanced heat output and a clean, low profile design available in five sizes. The round-tube series includes 5 models Neptune, Radia, Solea, Versus and Fain, available in a range of finishes and sizes. Towel Radiators may be found in many of the world’s finest hotels, inns and spas.

Do you need to install a Runtal radiator?

(Note: Runtal highly recommends installation by a professional plumbing contractor to ensure proper building and safety codes are met) Runtal Radiators provide soft but effective radiant heat and are constructed with no sharp edges as in the case of some press welded products.