Image Credit: Stelrad Radiators and heated towel rails are excellent heat emitters that are essential for keeping warm in winter. However, the heat they produce is different and there may be times when one might be more efficient than the other. This article will explore this more. Radiators generate more heat The radiator will always radiate heat more than an 800x400mm heated towel rail. A standard radiator is more efficient than a towel rail because it has a larger surface area. You can fill it with more hot water to let out more heat. Radiators with double-panelled panels and two rows of convector fins increase their heat output. If you think of your heating system solely in terms of heat output, radiators are the best option for heating your rooms efficiently. The heated towel rails are useful You should not consider a heated towelrail a substitute for a radiator. There are some situations when it is a good idea to have a towel rail. En-suites and Bathrooms Heated towel rails are m...