The Select XLS infrared towel heater with integrated controls provides energy-efficient bathroom warmth while gently drying towels. Using eco-friendly infrared technology. Designed for modern homes, it provides comfortable radiant heat with lower energy use and a slim, space-saving profile.
Infrared Towel Heater vs Traditional Towel Rail
Unlike conventional towel rails that mainly heat the air, the Select XLS Infrared Towel Heater delivers radiant warmth directly to towels, people, and bathroom surfaces. This results in faster comfort, lower energy use, and a drier bathroom environment with reduced condensation — making it a smarter, more sustainable choice.
The Select is the ideal infrared heating solution for any bathroom where a designer finish is required. Featuring innovative, dual-element technology that combines efficient infrared heating of the bathroom with low energy warming for your towels, this stylish heater is bathroom heating at its finest.
With two chrome towel rails, and a glass finish, this low consumption infrared towel heater has been designed with style in mind and provides the perfect choice for homes as well as commercial bathroom applications within the hotel and hospitality industry.
The Select XLS towel heater comfortably heats the room using efficient infrared technology, helping eliminate moisture in the bathroom and reduce damp and condensation. The lower energy towel zone is ideal for towel warming.
All units have a steel rear case with mounting brackets and a front emitting surface which is safety glass. All units are guaranteed for 5 years. Wall mount only.
Available in a white or black glass finish, the 500 and 700 Watt Towel Heaters with Integrated Controls come with inbuilt touchscreen controls. They also have built in WiFi controls enabling wireless control via the SmartLife App. No additional thermostats are required for these models. But optional accessories can be used with this product.
The heated areas are a guide only and assume a medium to well insulated space with an average floor to ceiling height of 2.40M. If room heights are greater or there are other building factors to consider then please contact us directly so that a more detailed assessment can be carried out.
Our Select XLS range has the option to purchase an additional Extended Warranty of 5 years, providing the option to extend the standard 5 year warranty to 10 years. At just £59, Herschel’s Extended Warranty offers you that little bit extra peace of mind. The Extended Warranty will begin on the date the standard warranty expires. If you’d like to add the Extended Warranty, simply add it within the Add to Cart process at point of purchase.
FAQ's
Is the Select XLS Infrared Towel Heater energy efficient?
Yes. It uses infrared technology to heat people, towels, and surfaces directly, reducing wasted energy and lowering running costs compared to traditional towel rails.
Does it dry towels as well as heat the bathroom?
Yes. The radiant heat gently warms and dries towels while also providing comfortable background warmth for the room.
Can the Select XLS towel heater be used as the main heat source?
In well-insulated bathrooms, it can be used as primary heating. For larger or poorly insulated spaces, it works perfectly as a supplementary heat source.
Is infrared heating suitable for bathrooms?
Absolutely. Infrared heating is ideal for bathrooms as it helps keep walls and surfaces warm, reducing condensation and the risk of damp or mould.
Does the Select XLS towel heater require a thermostat?
No additional thermostat is required. The unit includes a built-in thermostat and is fully compliant with European Lot 20 energy-saving regulations.

