When winter approaches, there is nothing better than the thought of a heated towel bar in your bathroom. After taking your warm bath, a cold towel can ultimately ruin the entire relaxation process, but a warmed towel can be refreshing and make you feel as though you live in a fancy hotel.
Believe it or not, heated towel bars have come a long way in terms of design. No longer do you get this large chrome towel bar jutting out of your wall. You can find heated towel bars in a variety of colors and styles these days. Though all heated towel bars are typically made from some form of metal material, they come in gold, bronze, nickel and even chrome finishes. You can get single bar or even up to six heated towel bars. Some manufacturers sell wider towel bars so that you can have one large heated towel bar holding up to six towels.
Along with coming a long way in style, heated towel bars are now more affordable than ever. It used to be that you could not get a heated towel bar for under $300.00, but these days you can find heated towel bars ranging anywhere from $40.00 to over $1,000.00. Some of the more popular models that have been around for awhile are the Jeeves, Sirio and Mr. Steam bars.
The heated towel bars do require some electrical work and construction if you plan on purchasing a built-in for the wall. If you do not mind having a mobile unit, you can purchase one that simply plugs into the wall. Be sure when you are shopping for your heated towel bar that you get all of the necessary equipment with it. Many companies will be selling the bar itself that can go with a heated towel bar system, while others sell the entire system. Be cautious to read the packaging or product description online so that you know just what you are getting in that box.
Though you can find heated towel bars in-store, you will have a larger majority online. Shop stores like ComfortChannel, CozyWinters, Fixture Universe, and even zEarth for your heated towel bar system. If you are looking to shop in-store, visit local retailers like Home Depot, Lowes, or any specialty home goods store. Be sure that you know the proper instructions for installing your heated towel bar. Many will require professional installation if it will be mounted to the wall. Heated towel bars can get very hot, so it is best to keep them out of the reach of children.
A heated towel bar can be a great addition to any bathroom. With being rather affordable, you can purchase yourself a heated towel bar and bask in the comfort of the fresh out of the dryer feel without having to leave your bathroom.