When most people think of heated towel rails, they immediately associate them with the chilly winter months—a cozy luxury for warming up towels before you start your day. But did you know that a heated towel rail can be just as essential in summer, especially in Australia’s humid weather.
Here’s why a heated towel rail isn’t just for winter—it’s a year-round necessity.
Humidity Slows Towel Drying
Australia’s summer heat often comes with high levels of humidity, especially in the northern states. Humid air has a much higher moisture content, making it difficult for your towels to dry properly. After your morning shower, instead of your towels drying off in the bathroom, they can remain damp for hours, sometimes even until the next day. This not only leaves your towels smelling musty (and you!) but also makes them breeding grounds for bacteria and mildew. A heated towel rail helps combat this by gently drying your towels, ensuring they remain fresh and free from unpleasant odours.
Fresh, Dry Towels—Every Time
No one enjoys reaching for a damp towel. By using a heated towel rail, you’ll enjoy the luxury of having crisp, dry towels every day of the year, regardless of the weather. Whether you’ve just taken a refreshing dip in the pool or a long summer shower, your towel will always be dry and ready.
Save Water, Wash Less
One of the hidden benefits of keeping your towels dry with a heated towel rail is that it allows you to go longer between washes. Since the towels dry completely between uses, they remain fresh for longer. This means fewer laundry loads, saving water and energy—a great plus for the environment and your household budget, especially during the hot months when you want to conserve water and power.
Moisture Control in Your Bathroom
The steam and humidity that accumulate in your bathroom after a hot shower can linger, contributing to a damp environment that encourages mold and mildew. A heated towel rail helps to minimise that moisture, not only drying your towels but also helping to keep your bathroom drier and cleaner.
Energy-Efficient Convenience
Our Gordon heated towel rail and Double Gordon are both designed to be highly energy-efficient, meaning you don’t have to worry about a big spike in your electricity bill. They use minimal energy, and can even be linked to a timer-switch so they’ll automatically turn on and off before and after use.
If you’d like to learn more about energy-efficiency in heated towel rails, read our other blog post here.
A Touch of Luxury—Even in Summer
Why should warm fluffy towels be limited to winter? With a heated towel rail, you bring that spa-like experience into your home all year long. Even in summer, stepping out of the shower to find a dry, soft towel is a small indulgence that makes a big difference.
By adding a heated towel warmer, you’re investing in more than just a winter warmer—you’re investing in convenience, hygiene, and luxury all year round. So, whether it’s humid or rainy, your towels will always be dry and fresh, giving you one less thing to worry about during the summer months.
