How to Pick the Right Infrared Heater for Your Bathroom
When you’re picking out an infrared heater for the bathroom, don’t just go for the biggest number on the box. It’s not a competition. What actually matters is how much space you’re trying to warm up. Here is the trick: infrared doesn’t really “heat the air” like a old-school space heater does. It heats you and whatever you’re touching. Because of that, where you put the lamp matters just as much as how powerful it is. Finding the right fit for your space If you’ve got a tiny bathroom—you know, those little powder rooms under 4m²—stick with something smaller, maybe 250W to 400W. If you go too big in a cramped space, you’ll end up with those annoying “hot spots” where it feels like you’re standing too close to a campfire. Not exactly the vibe you want while brushing your teeth. For the bigger bathrooms (around 6m² to 10m²), you’ll want to bump it up to 600W or 800W. But here’s a pro tip: instead of buying one massive, scorching unit, try a few smaller lamps spread out. It makes the warmth feel way more natural across the whole room. Placement is everything Think about your ceilings. If you’ve got high ceilings and you mount a 400W lamp way up top, a lot of that warmth is going to vanish before it ever reaches your skin. You’ll just be standing there wondering why you’re still shivering. If you can’t lower the lamp, you’ll probably need a beefier wattage to make up for that distance. The trade-off The upside of a high-wattage lamp? It’s fast. Like, “instant warmth the second you flip the switch” fast. But there’s a catch. More power means a heavier pull on your electricity. If you plug too many high-wattage heaters into one circuit, you’re going to trip your breakers. Nobody wants the lights to go out mid-shower. Just take a quick look at your wiring and breakers before you go all-out. It’s all about finding that sweet spot between getting warm quickly and not overloading your house.