ᐅ Towel Radiators with Underfloor Heating – Do They Get Warm?

Hello everyone,

we are currently building our semi-detached house. We decided to install underfloor heating on all floors (except the basement).

The builder is definitely installing a towel radiator in the bathroom, connected to the heating circuit.

Now I’m wondering if it will actually get warm enough. The supply temperature for the underfloor heating is very low, so it seems this towel radiator won’t be suitable as a main heating source. Do you think it will at least be enough to keep towels warm or to dry them quickly?

I have a similar concern about the basement. We prepared standard radiators in both rooms down there. Will I be able to get them warm enough so that the rooms can at least be used occasionally for guests (in case of emergency)?

Thanks a lot! I’m curious to hear your opinions. The builder must have a reason for this setup, right?

No, it won’t get warm. Underfloor heating operates at around 30°C (86°F), which is not sufficient for standard radiators. The towels will probably dry like on a drying rack.

What type of heating system is planned?

Underfloor heating combined with standard radiators or towel warmers is not ideal.

Wall heating is a nice feature.

Can you remove that?
We also had one included in the standard package but removed it due to our choice of heating system. We were credited about 500€ for it.