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Fall for Towel Warmers this Winter
It’s that time of year again. The leaves are shimmering red, gold, and green, everything is pumpkin-spiced and there’s a definite chill in the air. Most keenly felt in the bathroom, in the morning and evening, right?
Of course, this is where heated towel rails like the Tuzio Vasto model, pictured- and now in stock in stylish matte black – come into their own. These bathroom staples aren’t just a place to hang wet towels when done with – they make bathrooms glow from within.
They do all of this too:
– Heat towels to perfection meaning a warm hug after a bath or shower – a toasty towel can make the difference between a good day and a bad.
– Create a moisture-free, warm bathroom – meaning no chilly trips to the toilet in the middle of the night or shocks to the system on sub-zero mornings
– Create a captivating design feature and focal point in the washroom space – and can work in any interior design scheme, minimalist to maximalist. We have a wide range of styles, sizes and finishes available.
– Save time and money. With utility bills ever spiralling, they can be an incredibly energy-efficient source of heat. Let’s look at this in more detail…
Taking control of your energy use
The Tuzio Vasto towel warmer – along with all models in the Tuzio and Kontour range – are available with WiFi controllers. This allows the towel warmer to be programmed for seven days with remote mobile access and voice assisted integration technology.
Not only do timers help keep costs down, they save you valuable time.
Electric models vs Hydronic models
As with all of ICO’s Tuzio towel warmers, the Vasto can be installed in a choice of electric plug-in, electric hardwired or hydronic.
Electric models from any range are perfect for warm fluffy towels, but if you’re looking for a secondary heating source then Tuzio’s fluid-filled towel warmers can reach between 45°C and 55° (and take just 20-40 minutes to reach maximum heat.)
How much do towel warmers cost to run?
This is a question we get asked a lot, particularly in the current climate – so to calculate your energy usage in detail, we created a simple formula, which you can check out in this recent blog post about our towel warmers energy efficiency.
Warm Up with ICO
We’re passionate about bringing beautiful bathrooms to homes across North America. Our towel warmers are designed to enrich lives through comfort, luxury and design.
ICO is proud to offer generous warranties and first-rate customer service. We work together with trusted dealers to bring affordable luxury with contemporary and classic designs to you. If you want to learn more about towel warmers, browse our collections or find your nearest ICO dealer.
5 Huge Bathroom Trends for Fall and Beyond
September is a big month for fashion and interiors – a time when all the top names showcase the looks that will be big next year.
Inspired, we’ve been doing our homework on the big trends in bathroom design for this coming winter and into 2023.
Read on for ideas and must-try schemes…
The 2-in-1 Bath and Shower Zone
As we move into the new year, we’ll see more and more bathtubs and showers coming together in one zone. Not only does this look elegant and fresh, it’s practical too and will keep the rest of the washroom dry. The best place for a shower zone is near a window – ideal for post-bathing/showering ventilation.
Matte bathroom black accessories, such as the Tuzio Sorano towel warmer, below, would lend themselves perfectly to a minimalist take on this cool, new trend.
Bathtubs in Bedrooms
Nothing says Self Care quite like a standalone tub in a bedroom. This might not be as practical as the two-in-one bath-and-shower zone, but it’s a trend that looks set to continue well into 2023.
This is where shower stools – such as Volkano’s models in matte black or matte white – are the perfect accessory. Perfect for placing your drink or your book on as you recline into a sea of bubbles.
Future Nostalgia
Designers and interior stylists are looking back to bathrooms of the past through a future filter, for a fresh new look. Expect a nod to Art Deco and kitsch pastel styling of the 1950s, all brought bang up to date with the addition of sleek, contemporary fixtures and fittings. Brass embellishments – and high-shine chrome – will add sparkle while matte black accents will bring punch and contrast.
Accessories such as backlit mirrors add style and ambience, while perfectly round vessel sinks such as the Calma Bassini vessel sink in superior cast marble will add a chic 2023 aesthetic..
Earthy Colours and Textures
Natural materials are big news. Slate, bamboo, marble, stone, and woods all bring a sense of purity, calm and timeless elegance to a scheme – creating a spa-like atmosphere. A Tuzio Vasto towel warmer, as shown above, brings another dimension to the design, not to mention seriously cosy towels.
Outside-In
Whether making the most of a large window in a washroom space – ideally overlooking a vast green vista – or by bringing in lots of plants and foliage, the ‘Outside-in’ look for bathroom continues to be huge for 2023.
Plants are a great way to enhance bathrooms in a range of exciting ways. Foliage can add serious style to existing schemes – and add an accent colour without decorating. Greenery elevates a space’s mood, too – bringing nature inside for a spa-like ambience.
Warm Up with ICO
We’re passionate about bringing beautiful bathrooms to homes across North America. Our towel warmers are designed to enrich lives through comfort, luxury and design.
ICO is proud to offer generous warranties and first-rate customer service. We work together with trusted dealers to bring affordable luxury with contemporary and classic designs to you. If you want to learn more about towel warmers, browse our collections or find your nearest ICO dealer.
Tuzio vs Kontour: Which towel warmer brand is right for me?
Towel warmers don’t just make towels nice and fluffy – they’re a stylish secondary heat source that can make a major design statement in your bathroom space. Choosing the right heated towel rail will have a transformative impact on your everyday routine, so whether you want to go big and bold or keep it classic, the perfect towel warmer is waiting for you – you just need to find it!
There’s no doubt that the fun part of selecting a towel warmer is choosing the style that speaks your interior design language. But understanding the features, finishes and installation options is just as important when making your decision.
Our two flagship towel warmer brands, Tuzio and Kontour, are chosen by thousands of homeowners across North America each and every year. Whether you’re searching for premium luxury, or something a little more affordable, we’ve got you covered. In this blog, we explore the features and benefits of our distinctive towel warmer brands, helping you decide which is best for you.
Tuzio Towel Warmers
ICO believes your bathroom should be your sanctuary, so we’ve designed a bold, balanced and timeless range of towel warmers to reinvigorate your space and make home your favorite place to be.
When we created Tuzio, we had a definitive vision: to truly elevate the standard of luxury towel warmers. By fusing contemporary design, comfort and luxury, we’ve reached industry-leading levels of design and craftsmanship with all of our Tuzio towel warmers.
The Tuzio collection is crafted from the finest materials and assembled in Canada with CSA approval. All Tuzio towel warmers come with a lifetime warranty, so you can relax in the comfort of knowing your cozy bathroom is for life.
Heating method:
- Fluid Filled
Installation Options:
- Electric Hardwired
- Electric Plug-In
- Hydronic
Learn more about different installation options in The Complete Guide to Towel Warmers.
Features
- Adjustable mounting brackets
- Includes a 7-day controller
- Can be used as a secondary heat source
Finishes
Gloss White
Matte White
Chrome
Brushed Nickel
Matte Black
Oil Rubbed Bronze
Polished Nickel
PVD Brushed Gold
Warranty
All Tuzio towel warmers include a limited lifetime on frame and two-year warranty on replaceable heating elements.
Kontour Towel Warmers
Kontour is undoubtedly the ultimate, affordable choice for luxury towel warmers in North America. Characterized by bold lines, design flair and striking statement silhouettes – Kontour heated towel rails deliver warmth and comfort in your home.
The gorgeous, on-trend collection is available in a range of striking shapes & on-trend finishes and promises to add a statement design feature to any bathroom. Whilst they might be the more budget-friendly, they’re still crafted with the most durable materials and promise to stand the test of time.
Heating method:
- Dry Wire
Installation Options
- Electric Hardwired
- Electric Plug-In
Features:
- Built in on/off switch
- Fixed mounting brackets
- Optional controller available
Finishes:
Chrome
Brushed Nickel
Matte Black
Warranty:
All Kontour towel warmers include a two-year warranty and a complete customer support package.
Discover your perfect towel warmer with ICO
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If you want to learn more about ICO towel warmers, browse our towel warmer collections or find your nearest ICO dealer.
Everything you need to know about Tuzio towel warmers
At ICO, we believe your bathroom should be your personal sanctuary, so we’ve crafted a bold, balanced and timeless range of towel warmers to reinvigorate your space and make home your favorite place to be. This much-loved collection of heated towel rails has been fused together with our core tenets of comfort, luxury and design at the very heart of every piece.
All Tuzio towel warmers are crafted from the finest materials, assembled in Canada with CSA approval and come with a lifetime warranty. Our unwavering commitment to quality means you can relax in the comfort of knowing your Tuzio towel warmer is built to stand the test of time, all whilst bringing elegance and luxury to your everyday routine.
Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about our beautifully distinctive Tuzio collections.
Avento
This signature square design is characterized by crisp edges and balanced lines. A well-weighted towel warmer that looks gorgeous in both horizontal and vertical structures, this classic angular design will complement almost every interior design style. Whether you’re into industrial chic or clean contemporary styles; Tuzio Avento will blend cohesively into your bathroom and deliver a kiss of luxury to your bathroom.
Tuzio Avento Finishes
Chrome
Brushed Nickel
Matte Black
Polished Nickel
Sorano
Elevate your space with the simplicity of Sorano. Confident construction and bold architectural integrity make Sorano our most sought-after towel warmer in the Tuzio range. This sophisticated piece is available in a variety of enviable finishes, including the new brushed gold that delivers a stunning accent color that’s super on trend right now.
Tuzio Sorano Finishes
Matte White
PVD Brushed Gold
Matte Black
Chrome
Brushed Nickel
Polished Nickel
Savoy
The Tuzio Savoy towel warmer brings warmth, sophistication and character. Classic rounded contours and bold character are the hallmarks of this flawlessly finished European design. When you choose the Tuzio Savoy, you choose lasting comfort, elegant expression and timeless appeal in your home.
Tuzio Savoy Finishes
Chrome
Gloss White
Blenheim
The Tuzio Blenheim is a classic showpiece towel warmer. Characterized by its soft, smooth curves; this striking model balances comfort with modern design promises to deliver comfort, luxury and clean design to your interior space.
Tuzio Blenheim Finishes
Chrome
Oil-Rubbed Bronze
Rosendal
The slender Tuzio Rosendal fits beautifully into bathrooms of all shapes and sizes and brings a little touch of indulgence into your home. As towel warmer space is sometimes tricky to find, we’ve designed this tall, chic heated towel rail that will fit just about anywhere. It’s the perfect addition to a cozy, contemporary bathroom space and is available in models as compact as just 10.5” wide.
Rosendal Finishes
Chrome
Brushed Nickel
Thames
If you’re looking for something a little more traditional, then the Tuzio Thames is a vintage towel warmer that’s inspired by the iconic styles of the past. This classic silhouette is simple yet sophisticated, delivering understated elegance in abundance and promising warm towels for years to come. What’s not to love?
Tuzio Thames Finishes
Chrome
Brushed Nickel
Polished Nickel
Matte Black (coming soon)
Milano
Tuzio Milano delivers strength and power into contemporary bathroom design. This statement piece is well-weighted with a bold shape and confident structure. Delivering an accent of drama, it’s the perfect statement piece for ultra-modern or minimalist spaces.
Tuzio Milano Finishes
Chrome
Brushed Nickel
Matte Black
Ortona
Tuzio Ortona is a real focal point. This wall-mounted towel warmer is slightly off balance for a more individual look and feel. We’ve played around with the traditional towel warmer form to deliver something that’s modern and playful whilst delivering warmth and comfort to your bathroom design scheme.
Vasto
All about expression, our much-loved Tuzio Vasto is a towel warmer that inspires vibrancy and creates balance. Adored for its modern profile and flamboyant charm, our contemporary twist on the traditional towel warmer form is a stunning statement piece that promises to grab attention.
Tuzio Vasto Finishes
Chrome
Matte Black
Laveno
Tuzio Laveno sets the tone for delicate beauty and comfort in your home. The slender bars and understated curves of this towel warmer deliver a softer, more delicate feel to your interior space. If you’re looking for a classic design with balanced proportions, this heated towel rack promises long-lasting comfort and luxury for your washroom.
Tuzio Laveno Finishes
Chrome
Brushed Nickel
Find your perfect Tuzio towel warmer finish with ICO
ICO is passionate about bringing beautiful bathrooms to homes across North America.We’re proud to offer generous warranties and first-rate customer service. By working together with trusted dealers, we bring affordable luxury with contemporary and classic designs to you.
If you want to learn more about Tuzio towel warmers, browse our collections or find your nearest ICO dealer.
Renovating your bathroom should be a task you approach with excitement: choosing styles, colors and pieces that will bring your most-used room in the house to life. But let’s be honest, bathroom renovation projects are often met with trepidation and anxiety, with most people opting for the ‘let’s just leave it until next year’ approach.
If you’ve been avoiding bathroom renovations because of worries about things like plumbing and drainage – it’s time to change your mindset. Bathroom interior design projects are in fact super simple and often prove to be one of the easiest rooms to transform with some simple DIY.
In this blog, we’ve put together some of our favorite bathroom style inspirations for 2022 and beyond.
Bright Colour Splashes
We’re loving these bright turquoise geometric tiles for something a little more impactful than plain old white. Experimenting with bold coloured bathroom tiles is one of the easiest ways to lend character to your bathroom space without breaking the bank. Whilst richer tones like deep emeralds have enjoyed a recent resurgence, there’s no doubt bright and bold is making a comeback, so don’t be afraid to step outside the box with your favorite color splash.
Brushed Gold Accents
The brushed gold hardware trend is definitely here to stay. A rich gold faucet is only a subtle sidestep away from the more traditional chrome hardware, but it can deliver a luxury accent and a memorable point of difference in your design scheme. The same goes with towel warmers. Opting for a brushed gold towel warmer is a powerful way to imbue a contemporary, metallic accent feature that acts as a stunning focal point in your washroom.
Imaginative Shapes
The fun part of any renovation project is finding the perfect way to establish the personality of your space. To create a washroom that has depth and character, you need to build fine layers of colors, textures and shapes that come together into one cohesive expression. That’s why interior designers love getting creative with shapes and structures: they inform movement and lend personality to the space. We love the way our Tuzio Vasto towel warmer (pictured above) mimics the shape of the panelled windows – but with a little twist. By playing with the silhouette of the traditional ladder towel warmer, we’ve formed a design piece that offers something just a little off balance whilst still retaining the classic identity of a heated towel rail.
Classic Glamour
If you want your new bathroom to really stand the test of time, opting for timeless traditional pieces is the way to go. Let’s be honest, classic glamor oozes opulence and never goes out of style, so selecting more traditional vintage pieces will result in an elegant, enduring look and feel that you’ll adore for years to come. Our Tuzio Thames has all the vintage hallmarks: classic exposed shape, well-weighted bars and metallic finishes that echo the past beautifully.
Rejuvenate your washroom with ICO
As much as we love building colors and textures, we believe the practical elements of your bathroom should be a primary consideration from the outset. Thinking about sanitary-ware, fixtures and accessories can help you plan your space with efficiency and creativity. Get in touch with our team to see how our carefully crafted collections can deliver comfort, luxury and design to your washroom.
If you’re searching for bathroom design inspiration, then you’ll probably be overwhelmed with choice when it comes to current tile trends and bold color palettes. But as with all interior design projects, it’s the finer details that truly bring the scheme together into a cohesive, finished look. Practical additions like towel warmers might not seem exciting at the start of your brainstorming process, but they can make or break your finished aesthetic. That’s why opting for something classic, that’s both versatile and timeless, will deliver lasting style pay-off for years to come: cue the traditional towel warmer.
Why we love Traditional Towel Warmers
The reason we love traditional heated towel rails? They bring that vintage-chic feel in abundance – blending cohesively with all types of design schemes, from big and bold industrial to charming ‘cottagecore’ luxury. The versatility of a traditional-style towel warmer cannot be understated. Having been a statement design feature in opulent hotel suites for decades, they’re now an affordable option for homeowners who are looking to add a little luxury to their bathroom.
Versatile Aesthetic
The simplicity of a traditional towel warmer helps it blend cohesively into bathrooms of all shapes and styles. The vintage silhouette is the perfect choice for those who want a towel warmer to add warmth and depth to their bathroom, without it dominating the aesthetic of the space. We’ve styled our bestselling Tuzio Thames towel warmer (pictured above) in a soothing iceberg teal scheme with big contrasting hints of vintage luxury: a marble-topped vanity, a deep freestanding bath and elegant gold faucets and finishes to deliver a vintage-twist washroom moment.
Simple Shapes
The beauty of a traditional towel warmer is in its understated elegance. The well-weighted bars are perfect for hanging towels and warming your bathroom without overpowering the overall design style. Whilst quiet and unassuming in their classic silhouette, vintage towel warmers still deliver that ‘wow’ moment when people enter the room – projecting an undeniable beauty through distinguished uniformity and restraint.
Space-Saving
Traditional towel warmers are often a little more compact than other styles. As much as we love long heated towel ladders and experimental designs like the Tuzio Ortona, sometimes a petite towel warmer makes the most design sense. Choosing a traditional towel warmer allows you to have warm fluffy towels, a powerful secondary heat source and a classic design feature without compromising on essential space that might be better used for sanitaryware or storage.
Easy to Install
Most people approaching a bathroom renovation project worry about installation. We know why: pipework and drainage isn’t exactly your everyday business and the last thing anybody wants is dreaded flooding. But installing a towel warmer is far more simple than you might think. All traditional towel warmers are available in electric hardwired, electric plug-in or hydronic models – so it really can be as easy as securing your towel warmer with screws and flicking a switch to get your towel warmer working. If you want to learn more about the technical aspects of installing a towel warmer, check out our Complete Guide to Towel Warmers for everything you need to know and more.
Reinvigorate your space with ICO
We’re passionate about bringing beautiful bathrooms to homes across North America. Whether you’re redesigning from scratch, or just adding those finishing touches, choose ICO for luxury, comfort and design.
No modern washroom is complete without a statement towel warmer. Once considered a luxury, heated towel rails are now a popular feature in bathrooms of all shapes and sizes. But with consumers becoming more conscious of their carbon footprint, we’re increasingly asked about the energy efficiency of our towel warmers. Do heated heated towel racks guzzle power? Can they be turned off remotely? Are they controlled by timers?
We’ve put together a short guide answering some of the most common questions we get about the energy efficiency of our towel warmers.
Will a timer help reduce my energy usage?
As with all household goods, the key to responsible usage is all about timing. If you’re monitoring your energy consumption, then a timer allows you to have full control over when your towel warmer is operating. This means you don’t have to worry about leaving your towel warmer running until you get back home – simply set your controller to activate at times that suit your lifestyle.
All Tuzio and Kontour towel warmers are available with WiFi controllers designed to deliver total ease to your everyday routine. With a smart WiFi controller, you’ll be able to programme your towel warmer for seven days with remote mobile access and voice assisted integration technology. Not only do timers help keep costs down: they save time and provide you with the assurance that you’re doing your bit for the planet too.
Are electric models more energy efficient?
When used properly, both electric and hydronic towel warmers can be energy efficient heat sources for your bathroom. The benefit of choosing an electric towel warmer is that it doesn’t engage the rest of your heating system: meaning your towel warmer will work in isolation from your boiler system and utilise electric wire heating to keep your towels toasty.
Electric towel warmers are perfect for warm fluffy towels, but if you’re looking for a secondary heating source for your bathroom, then a Tuzio liquid-filled towel warmer can reach between 45°C and 55°, taking just 20-40 minutes to reach maximum heat.
How much do towel warmers cost to run?
Tuzio towel warmers draw between 150W and 450W. To calculate your energy usage, we’ve put together a simple formula to help you get a rough idea of how much a Tuzio towel warmer costs to run:
Towel warmer element size ___ watts (eg: 150watts – this is the maximum draw, not continuous draw)
Divide by 2 to get continuous draw ___ watts (eg: 75watts – this is the continuous draw from a 150w heating element)
Divide continuous draw by 100 to get kilowatts_____kilowatts (eg: 0.075)
Multiply by cost of electricity (per hr) in your area $ ___ /hour (based on $0.18/kw/hr, this towel warmer will cost $0.0135/hr to run – That’s about $2.27/month based on 6 heating hours/day)
Electricity costs vary from $0.07 to $0.18 by region. Check a recent bill from your power provider to complete this calculation.
Does a quick heat up time make it more efficient?
Yes – if you’re shopping for a towel warmer, keep an eye on how long they take to heat up. The quicker a towel warmer heats up, the quicker it will complete its job of warming up towels or acting as a heat source for your bathroom. All ICO towel warmers start to heat up as soon as they are switched on and they’ll start to feel nice and warm in just ten minutes. By investing in a high quality towel warmer that heats up quickly, you’ll benefit from vastly reduced operating costs and energy consumption in the long term.
Find your perfect towel warmer with ICO
ICO is passionate about bringing beautiful bathrooms to homes across North America. Our towel warmers, vessel sinks and accessories are stunning fixtures, designed to bring beautiful design accents to your home.
We’re proud to offer generous warranties and first-rate customer service. By working together with trusted dealers, we bring affordable luxury with contemporary and classic designs to you. If you want to learn more about towel warmers, browse our collections or find your nearest ICO dealer.