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Maintaining Your Farmhouse Kitchen or Laundry Sink: Expert Tips and Tricks

Ensure your farmhouse sink remains as beautiful as the day it was installed with our maintenance guide. Learn how to clean, protect, and prevent common issues for long-lasting durability. Your farmhouse laundry or kitchen sink is a valuable addition to your home, not only for its functionality but also for its timeless elegance. To ensure your farm...

6 Reasons to Consider a Fireclay Sink for Your Outdoor Kitchen

When it comes to creating an outdoor kitchen, one of the key considerations is choosing the right sink, and it's hard to overlook the compelling advantages of a fireclay sink. Durability: In an outdoor kitchen environment, durability is paramount. Exposed to the elements, your sink needs to withstand the challenges of outdoor living. Fireclay sin...

Experience Luxury at Turner Hastings' Curated Collection Retailers

In today's digital age, the convenience of online shopping is undeniable, but the experience of visiting a physical store or showroom remains unmatched. At Turner Hastings, we're committed to enhancing this experience with our exclusive Curated Collection . In an era where everything is available with a click, Turner Hastings believes in preserving...

A Complete Guide to Heated Towel Rails in Australia

Heated towel rails are a popular addition to bathrooms in Australia, providing a luxurious way to keep your towels warm and dry. Not only do they add a touch of elegance to your bathroom decor, but they also serve a practical purpose. In this blog post, we’ll explore everything you need to know about heated towel rails in Australia, including the benefits, types, and installation process.

The Benefits of Heated Towel Rails

Keeps Towels Warm and Dry
Heated towel rails are designed to keep your towels warm and dry, which is especially beneficial during the colder months. They can help to prevent damp and musty smells in your bathroom by reducing moisture.
Energy Efficient
Modern heated towel rails are highly energy-efficient, using only a small amount of electricity to operate. They can be turned on and off as needed, making them a cost-effective solution.
Adds Value to Your Home
Installing a heated towel rail can increase the value of your home, making it a worthwhile investment. They are a popular feature in modern bathrooms and can be a selling point if you ever decide to sell your property.
Easy to Install
Heated towel rails are relatively easy to install, and many models can be installed by a DIY enthusiast, if your heated towel simply plugs into a powerpoint. However, if your heated towel rail requires hardwiring then you will need to hire a professional to ensure a safe and secure installation.

Choosing the Right Heated Towel Rail: Exploring Electric Dry Element and Liquid Filled Options

Electric
- Electric dry element heated towel rails are connected to your home’s electrical system and can be turned on and off as needed.
- This is a cheaper option for budget-conscious clients.
- A dry element heated towel rail is not designed to warm your room and the warmth is concentrated under your towels only, and not evenly throughout the towel rail.

Electric Dry Element Heated Towel Rails

Liquid Filled
- Liquid-filled heated towel rails can act as a radiator within your bathroom creating a cosy atmosphere.
- These are connected to your home’s electrical system and can be turned on and off as needed.
- These rails are filled with a heating fluid and an immersion element that heats the water/glycol mix in the bars and then circulates through the towel rail.
- As shown in the diagram above, the liquid is heated evenly and stays at a constant temperature.
- Liquid-filled remains hotter than an electric dry element heated towel rail at all times, making it the premium choice.

Liquid-Filled Heated Towel Rails

Step-by-Step Guide: Installing Your Heated Towel Rail

Choose Your Towel Rail
The first step in installing an electric heated towel rail is to choose the right one for your bathroom. Consider the size and style of your bathroom, as well as your budget and heating requirements. You can explore options such as our 5-bar Mayer heater towel rail in Brushed Brass, Brushed Nickel or Chrome.
Prepare Your Bathroom
Before installing your bathroom towel rail, you will need to prepare your bathroom. This involves measuring the space where the towel rail will be installed and ensuring that there is a nearby power source or hot water connection. Refer to this diagram for the best place to install a heated towel rail. Heated towel rails can be installed within zone 2 or zone 3 only.
Install Your Towel Rail
Once you have prepared your bathroom, it’s time to install your towel rail. Depending on the heated towel rail you have chosen, this can be done by a professional plumber or a DIY enthusiast. If you’re installing the towel rail yourself, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully and use the correct tools or hire a qualified professional.
Connect Your Towel Rail
Once your towel rail is installed, it’s time to connect it to your home’s electrical system or hot water system. This should be done by a professional if you’re not confident in your DIY skills.

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Enhance Your Bathroom with the Luxury of Electric Heated Towel Rails

Heated towel rails are a practical and luxurious addition to any bathroom in Australia. They provide warmth and comfort during the colder months and can add value to your home. With a range of styles and types available, there is a heated towel rail to suit any bathroom decor. If you’re considering installing a heated towel rail in your home, be sure to consult with a professional plumber or electrician for safe and secure installation.

How Far Should My Butler Sink Protrude From the Benchtop?

The recommended distance that a butler sink should protrude from the bench top can vary based on the specific sink and installation method being used. However, a typically it is installed with a 40mm overhang. This allows for easy access to the sink and provides enough clearance for you to comfortably wash dishes or prepare food without feeling cra...

Looking for an Easy to Clean Basin to Handle Everyday Use?

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Consider a fireclay basin, it is a type of ceramic basin that is fired at very high temperatures, resulting in a strong, non-porous finish that resists stains and scratches. Fine fireclay is a popular material choice for bathroom basins for several reasons: Durability: Fine fireclay is a very durable material that is resistant to scratches, chips, ...

Can I Install a Butler Sink in a Laminate Bench Top?

What is a laminate bench top? A laminate bench top is a type of countertop that is made by layering and compressing thin sheets of paper, plastic or a moisture resistant wood like particleboard or MDF with a resin-based adhesive.The layers are then pressed together under high heat and pressure to create a durable, solid surface. The top layer of th...

Why You Should Choose Fine Fireclay for Your Butler Sink

Fine fireclay has many benefits over standard ceramic sinks and even more over stainless steel sinks. We will walk you through the key benefits of why you should choose a fine fireclay sink. Is Fireclay Good for Sinks? Fine fireclay is a type of ceramic material that is used to make sinks. It is made by mixing clay, feldspar, and quartz and...

Can I use an InSinkErator or other food waste disposer with my ceramic farmhouse sink?

Insinkerator and other food waste disposer brands are becoming a popular choice in kitchens in Australia to reduce food waste going to landfill, instead sending it to sewerage where it biodegrades quicker. It also is beneficial to stop food waste rotting in your kitchen bin where it can attract fruit flies. Farmhouse style sinks made from ceramic o...

Best Practices to Prevent Glass Breakage in Fine Fireclay Sinks

Understanding Fine Fireclay Fine fireclay is a type of ceramic material that is used to make sinks. It is made by mixing clay, feldspar, and quartz and firing it at a high temperature (usually around 1200 degrees Celsius) in a kiln. This process gives the material a hard, durable, and non-porous surface that is resistant to stains, scratches, and h...

How to Install a Butler or Farmhouse Style Sink

For over 25 years, Turner Hastings has been providing unique and exclusive product ranges that allow you to design your bathroom and kitchen with exceptional ceramic pieces both timeless and classic. Watch this video below to join us as we show you how to install your new Turner Hastings fine fireclay butler sink. Please note that we highly recomme...

Inside the Design - Scott Cam’s Country Home on The Block

Blending new and old perfectly for a country luxe look. The 2022 season of The Block was certainly a tree change for the channel 9 television series that featured stunning bedroom, bath, and kitchen styling ideas. Usually filmed within and around Sydney or more often Melbourne since 2003, this season the show was filmed in Gisborne, Victoria on a 7...

Choosing the Best Freestanding Bath: A Buyer’s Guide

Are you thinking of installing a large freestanding bath to go with your newly built or renovated bathroom? A freestanding bath in Australia naturally takes center stage in the shower room. It's an independent fixture that stands on its own and brings luxury to the space. More than aesthetic, your bath will become an escape after a hard day's work....

How to Design a Classic Luxurious bathroom

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A classic style bathroom will stand the test of time, void of trends that come and go, a classic style bathroom is timeless and luxurious. When creating your dream bathroom explore new ideas by expanding your scope of interest. Look to nature, or a particular type of architecture and decorating style. Would you like to recreate a luxurious hotel fe...

What do kitchen sinks cost?

Kitchen sinks are no longer just a utilitarian tool in the kitchen, they have become a stylish focal point in kitchens over the years. Not only do they need to be functional, but they can elevate the design of your kitchen. When renovating or building your home, the most common question asked is "how much will it cost?" We understand costs can buil...

Get the Look – Inspired by The Block Bathroom Week

The race to the auction on The Block 2022 has officially begun, and the stakes for bathroom week were high, with the winner taking away not only $10,000 plus a $250,000 kitchen upgrade. Tom & Sarah Jane have created a sophisticated bathroom that hits the perfect blend of country, heritage, and contemporary style and completely appropriate for t...

12 Contemporary Spaces to Inspire

Going Darkin the Kitchen Striking black cabinetry, benchtops, and warm wood tones create a sleek but inviting kitchen. Monochromatic kitchens have stood the test of time and enhances the modern aesthetics of the home. The contrast of dark cabinetry against a white sink adds a dramatic element. Kitchen Design by Carole Whiting Interiors. Feat...

How Durable is a Matte Black Fireclay Sink?

We are often asked how durable are the matte black fine fireclay sinks . There is a perception that if they were to be scratched, you would see the white fireclay under the surface. In fact, our matte black glazing is highly durable , as the colour is sprayed onto the sink prior to it being fired at very high temperatures (in excess of 1200˚C) in t...

How to Remove & Install a Spout on the Frances Mixer

The Frances twin mixer is one of our popular French provincial style mixers in our tapware collection. In this video we demonstrate how to remove and install the spout on the Frances twin mixer. To remove the spout: Use an allen key to unscrew the screw at the back and pull the spout off upwards Tip: What's important when reinstalling the spo...

How to install the flush handle on a Birmingham Close Coupled Toilet Suite

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A beautiful classic feature of our Birmingham Closed Coupled Toilet Suite is the ceramic flush handle. This is a touch of luxury together with the lift handle detail on the toilet seat, for any traditional heritage style bathroom. In this video we explain how this Birmingham flush handle installs into the Birmingham cistern. To start put the handle...