K-Rad Malibu 1200 x 500mm brushed bronze designer towel rail in a modern bathroom

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K-Rad Malibu 1200mm High x 500mm Wide Brushed Bronze Designer Towel Rail

Name: K-Rad Malibu 1200mm High x 500mm Wide Brushed Bronze Designer Towel Rail
Brand: Kartell
SKU: MAL512BRONZE
Price: 209.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£209.00

The K-Rad Malibu 500mm Wide Designer Towel Rail combines broad flat panels with a warm brushed bronze finish. Its 1200mm height provides practical towel warming and a useful 1,650 BTU heat output for contemporary bathrooms and en suites.

1200mm High x 500mm Wide Designer Towel Rail

Warm Brushed Bronze Plated Finish

Contemporary Wide Flat Panel Design

1,650 BTU Heat Output At Delta T60

Suitable For Central Heating Systems

Wall Fixings Supplied With Radiator Valves Sold Separately

Product Description

The K-Rad Malibu is a distinctive designer towel rail featuring broad horizontal panels and an attractive brushed bronze plated finish. Its contemporary design offers a stylish alternative to a conventional ladder towel rail while providing useful space for warming and drying towels.

Measuring 1200mm high and 500mm wide, this model produces 1,650 BTU at Delta T60. It is manufactured from mild steel and designed for connection to a standard central heating system.

Everything required to secure the towel rail to the wall is supplied. Suitable radiator valves are required to complete the installation and must be purchased separately. The Malibu is covered by a five year manufacturer’s guarantee.

Dimensions & Specifications

Manufacturer Kartell
Brand range K-Rad
Range Malibu
Product type Designer Towel Rail
Heating type Central Heating
Orientation Vertical
Colour Brushed Bronze
Finish Brushed Bronze Plated
Material Mild Steel
Height 1200mm
Width 500mm
Manufacturer listed depth 76mm
Tapping centres 450mm
Heat output 1,650 BTU at ΔT60
Product weight 15.1kg
Wall fixings Included
Radiator valves Required and sold separately
Guarantee 5 Years
Product code MAL512BRONZE

Radiator Buying Guide (Content Section)

Choosing the Right Radiator Size

Selecting the correct radiator size helps ensure your room heats efficiently and comfortably. The heat output of a radiator is measured in BTU (British Thermal Units) or Watts, which indicate how much heat the radiator can produce.

Smaller rooms such as cloakrooms or en-suites typically require lower heat output, while larger bathrooms and living spaces may require a radiator with a higher BTU rating.

When choosing a radiator, consider:

• Room size – larger rooms require higher heat output

• Ceiling height – higher ceilings may require additional heating capacity

• Insulation levels – well insulated rooms retain heat more effectively

• Window size – rooms with large windows may lose heat more quickly

For best results, choose a radiator with sufficient BTU output to comfortably heat the space.

Radiator Installation

Most modern radiators connect directly to your home's central heating system using standard 1/2" inlet and outlet connections. Installation is similar to fitting a standard household radiator.

Radiators are typically supplied with wall mounting brackets and fixings, while radiator valves are purchased separately to allow you to choose the style and control type that best suits your installation.

For safety and correct operation, radiators should always be installed following manufacturer guidelines.

Radiator Valves

Radiator valves control the flow of hot water entering the radiator and help regulate the room temperature.

Common valve options include:

• Manual valves – simple temperature adjustment

• Thermostatic valves (TRV) – automatically regulate room temperature

• Angled or straight valves – depending on pipe position

Choosing the correct valve type ensures the radiator operates efficiently within your heating system.