Which water towel is better: reviews, types and manufacturers

To reduce the humidity in the bathroom and to be able to dry wet towels, install a special device called a heated towel rail. The most common type of sanitary ware is a water towel, which is connected either to hot water supply or to a heating system. What characteristics does this plumbing device have, from what materials is it produced and how not to be mistaken when choosing the right option for your bathroom?

• This device for a long time keeps the room dry, and also heats the bathroom. This helps protect the room from the formation of fungi and mold due to high humidity.
• Unlike electrical models it does not depend on power supply and is more economical( no need to pay for extra electricity), and does not require earthing and special moisture-proof outlets.
• In addition, the use of water-based towel rails is safer, since there is no risk of electric shock.

• The device will not work if the hot water supply stops( in the event of an accident or during scheduled outages) or the heating season ends.
• The installation of a water towel heater is quite complicated, so you need to have experience and special knowledge for independent work.

The towel bought for the bathroom can refer to one of these types of plumbing fixtures:

1. To electric. These towel warmers work from the mains, so when installing them, you have to pay more bills for light.
2. To watermarks. Their operation is based on the circulation inside the hot water device.
3. To combined. They are quite expensive, but they combine all the advantages of the first two kinds. The main advantage of the combined device is the work all year round - in winter from heating, and in summer from electricity.

The water towel rail, depending on the type of connection, is either bottom or side. The lower version is more common, but with side installation it is easy to hide communications, which affects the appearance of the room.

Water towel can be:

• Standard - M-, P- or MP-shaped.
• The ladder.
• Ring-shaped.
• Zigzag-like.
• With shelves.
• of the Individual form.

The following materials are used for the manufacture of water towel rails:

• Stainless steel.
• Galvanized steel.
• Black steel.
• Brass.
• Aluminum.
• Copper.

Models made of galvanized or black steel are attracted by safety of operation, ease of installation, good technical characteristics. Copper and brass products are inexpensive and attractive in appearance, but do not last very long( up to 6 years).

Products from stainless steel can be called one of the most durable. They are distinguished by their high strength, resistance to corrosion, and also long service. Such a steel heated towel can serve 20 years and longer.

One of the common mistakes buyers towel warmer is the choice of the device based on its appearance. First of all, it is important to take into account the specifics of using such plumbing, and only at the final stage of the choice - will the product fit into the interior.

When buying a water towel, you need:

1. Make sure that the product is provided with a passport, as well as a warranty card.
2. Inspect the pipe carefully. First make sure that it is one piece. If you connect the towel heater to the heating system and live in a high-rise building, the water pressure in the pipes will be high and if there is a seam on the pipe there is a high probability that it will disperse. Next, find out what material the coating of the pipe is made of. It can be chrome or enameled, while the first option is more reliable.
3. Verify that the device has an air bleed valve. If it is not present, air can enter the towel, and as a result, its work will be difficult.
4. Take into account the nuances of the installation in your bathroom. For example, connecting the towel heater to the heating system, you will make such a plumbing useless in the summer. If you connect the device to hot water, the temperature of the heated towel heater will be determined by the capacity of the draw-off. If a connection to the heating is selected, it is important to take into account the pressure in the system. With centralized heating, pressure drops are very frequent, and when autonomous, they do not happen, since the pressure will be constant.
5. Choose the shape of the product, taking into account the characteristics of the house in which it will be installed. For multi-storey buildings, it is advised to choose a serpentine so that when the product is heated, the product is not deformed or destroyed.
6. Check that the diameter of the selected towel-dryer is suitable for the pipes in the bathroom. If differences in diameter are found( and this is often the case when buying a foreign model), you should additionally purchase an adapter.

You can buy a heated towel heater from the following manufacturers:

• Sunderzha. This Russian company offers 15 models of this sanitary equipment of various shapes. Among them there are connected to water supply and to the heating system. They can be installed both vertically and diagonally.
• Aqua Steel. Products from this domestic manufacturer are attracted by modern design and a lot of positive feedback from customers.
• Energy. The products of this Russian manufacturer differ in different design solutions( 17 models are on sale), high quality, 5 year warranty. The products are made of stainless steel.
• Margaroli. Towel warmers from this Italian company are durable and reliable, have a quality certificate, are presented in a wide range( more than 20 models), are functional and convenient to operate. They are easy to install, have an original appearance, are connected to the heating system.
• Twin. Products from this Russian manufacturer are made of carbon or stainless steel. They are economical in use, differ in a variety of shapes, additionally have enameled, brass, chrome or nickel plated coating.
• Nick. The company produces plumbing devices in stainless steel and is one of the leaders in this industry.

Also very popular models of German manufacturers DM, Zehnder and Emco, Italian company Global Ship, Norwegian manufacturer Varmos, Swedish company LVI and Finnish manufacturer Korin. They are evenly warmed up, equipped with shut-off valves, and can also be installed perpendicularly.

• You should go to the specialized store to take care of the towel warmer. So you will be protected from buying a substandard product or fake.
• If you have an open heating system, it is better to buy a steel heated towel rail, while copper, brass or aluminum is used for closed heating systems.
• Going to the store, measure the location in which the towel heater will be installed, so that the purchased device fits in the selected part of the bathroom.
• Please note whether the manufacturer gives a warranty on its products. On average, the warranty period is five years.
• In order to install one of the models of a water towel heater in a multi-storey building, find out in advance what pressure will be the maximum permissible. Add a few more units to it so that the device can transfer the water hammer.
• At the time of purchase, please specify whether the fasteners are included in the kit or should be purchased separately.

Many consumers do not recommend buying Chinese products, because they lose a lot to the domestic manufacturer and European firms. Guide the price when choosing such a plumbing system, too, do not advise, then not pay for repairs.

According to reviews, it is best to pay attention to stainless steel products. At the same time, be sure to check the documentation, as many fakes have appeared on the market.

In addition, people who have already installed a heated towel heater at home are advised to first invite an electrician to get rid of the problem of stray currents inside the water supply system.