Flat Heated Chrome Towel Rail 600mm x 1200mm – FHTR6/12

Widest of the flat chrome rails, the Flat Heated Chrome Towel Rail 600mm x 1200mm is a straight ladder-style rail rather than a curved one.

Where it goes

At 600mm it gives a decent spread of hanging space for bath sheets, so it suits a family bathroom where more than one towel needs to dry at a time. This rail plumbs into a wet central heating system and takes a pair of radiator valves, bought separately. Chrome gives out less heat than a painted rail of the same size, so treat it as a towel warmer first. Other sizes are in our straight towel rails range.

Size

• 600mm x 1200mm
• Straight chrome ladder, widest size
• Our code: FHTR6/12

Measure the wall space and the pipe positions before ordering. A 600mm rail needs a clear stretch of wall, and the pipe tails must line up with the valve positions underneath.

Fitting tips

Fix to something solid. On stud walls, find the studs or use cavity fixings rated for the weight of a full rail. Fill and bleed the rail once it’s on, and check every valve tail for weeps. Angled or straight valves are down to where your pipes come from, floor or wall.

Buying a 600mm x 1200mm straight towel rail in Glasgow

The FHTR6/12 rail is sold at Plumb Parts, 555 South Street, Glasgow G14 0QX. Serving Mon-Fri 8am-5pm and Sat-Sun 8am-1pm. Online orders work too.

Specification

• Material: Chrome finish
• Sizes: 600mm x 1200mm (width x height)
• Suitable for: Hot water central heating systems, connected through two radiator valves bought separately

Common Questions

Does a 600mm x 1200mm rail need special valves?

No, a normal pair of radiator valves does the job; pick straight or angled depending on whether the pipes rise from the floor or leave the wall. Choose chrome valves if you want them to match the rail.

How do I stop a chrome towel rail rusting?

Rust spots usually start where the plating is chipped or where water sits. Keep the heating system dosed with inhibitor, dry off splashes, and do not hang wet metal items on the bars.

How high should I fix a 1200mm towel rail?

Leave enough space under the bottom bar to get the valves on and turn them, and keep the top within easy reach. Check the wall is solid enough for the brackets, or use fixings made for plasterboard.