Tight space for towel radiator? buy 250mm wide black towel radiator

That is a very specific and popular requirement for compact modern bathrooms, cloakrooms, and en-suites. A 250mm wide black towel radiator is considered ultra-narrow, giving you maximum vertical heating power in minimal horizontal space.

Based on your need for a 250mm wide black towel radiator for a tight space, here are the key factors, required specs, and features you should prioritise when buying:

1. ⚙️ Essential Technical Specifications

For a tight space, these measurements are critical for fitting and function:

Specification	Target Value	Why it Matters
Height (H)	Max Vertical Height	Since the width is fixed, choose the tallest radiator possible (e.g., 1200mm, 1400mm, or 1800mm) to maximise BTU/Wattage and heat the room effectively.
BTU Output	Calculated Room BTU	You must check the heat output against your room's requirements. 250mm wide model often has lower BTU than standard, so go tall, or consider Dual Fuel (see below). (A common 250mm wide 1200mm high  model is around £69.99 BTU/h1307 383 Watt).
Pipe Centres (CC)	200mm	This is the crucial measurement between the two pipe inlets. For a 250mm wide radiator, the pipe centres are usually fixed at 200mm. Confirm this with your model's specifications.
Wall Projection	As Low as Possible	This is how far the radiator sticks out from the wall. Look for a low projection (e.g., 90mm-110mm is common for narrow, flat designs) to ensure it doesn't obstruct the room.

Tip: One example 250mm black model is listed with Pipe Centres of 200mm and a Wall Projection of 90mm-110mm, confirming these are the typical dimensions for this ultra-narrow size.

2. ⚡ Fuel Type (Central Heating, Electric, or Dual)

The fuel source is especially important for tight-space towel rails.

• Dual Fuel (Recommended): This offers the best flexibility. It connects to your central heating in winter, but in summer, you can turn the main heating off and use an electric element to run the towel rail independently. This keeps your towels dry and warm all year without heating the entire house.
• Electric-Only: Ideal if you're installing the radiator where there are no existing central heating pipes (like in a new cloakroom) or if the radiator's low BTU won't be enough to heat the room (meaning it's purely for towel drying).
• Central Heating Only: The simplest installation if you have existing pipes, but means warm towels are only available when the boiler is running.

3. 🎨 Design and Finish

The black colour and narrow profile make it a strong design feature.

• Finish: Ensure you check the exact finish—most modern versions are Matt Black, which is highly contemporary and less prone to showing fingerprints or watermarks than gloss black.
• Style: Choose a Straight/Flat Ladder design. Curved radiators increase the wall projection, which you want to avoid in a tight space.
• Bar Spacing: Taller radiators will have more bars. Look for a configuration that allows easy access to hang towels, especially if you opt for a very tall model.