Narrow & Slim Towel Rail Options Explained

If you’re shopping for a narrow towel radiator or slim towel rail for a small bathroom, ensuite, or cloakroom, you may be wondering: is a 300mm wide towel radiator really narrow, or are there even slimmer options available?

Is a 300mm Wide Towel Radiator Considered Narrow?

Yes. A 300mm wide black towel radiator is classed as a narrow towel radiator. At just 30cm wide, it is significantly slimmer than standard towel radiators, which typically measure 400mm to 600mm wide.

A 300mm towel rail is a popular choice for:

• Small bathrooms and ensuites

• Cloakrooms and WC spaces

• Tight wall areas next to doors or windows

• Customers looking for a space-saving towel radiator

Despite the slim width, many 300mm towel radiators are available in taller designs to maintain good heat output and towel-drying performance.

Are There Narrower Towel Radiators Than 300mm?

Yes. If space is extremely limited, you can also buy ultra-narrow towel rails in widths such as:

• 200mm towel radiators

• 250mm narrow towel radiators

These are among the slimmest towel radiators available and are designed for walls where a 300mm unit will not fit.

200–250mm Towel Rails: What to Expect

While very narrow towel rails can solve tight space issues, they do come with limitations.

Best suited for:

• Very small bathrooms or cloakrooms

• Limited wall width

• Hanging a single towel

For this reason, ultra-slim towel rails are usually chosen when wall space is the main constraint.

Why a 300mm Towel Radiator Is Often the Best Choice

For most customers, a 300mm wide towel radiator offers the best balance between compact size and everyday usability. Compared to 200–250mm models, it provides:

• More space for towels

• Better heat output

• A wider range of heights, finishes, and styles

If your wall width is limited but you have vertical space, a tall 300mm towel radiator is an excellent solution.

Narrow Towel Radiator Buying Guide

• Very tight spaces: 200–250mm towel rail

• Small bathrooms & ensuites: 300mm narrow towel radiator

• More towels or higher heat output: 400mm+ towel radiator recommended

Summary

• 300mm wide towel radiators are narrow, but practical

• Narrower towel rails (200–250mm) are available

• A 300mm towel radiator is often the smallest size recommended for daily use

Explore our full range of narrow towel radiators, slim towel rails, and space-saving towel warmers to find the perfect fit for your bathroom.