How to Pick the Right Infrared Heater for Your Bathroom
When you’re shopping for an infrared lamp, the temptation is to just grab the one with the biggest number on the box. But that’s usually a mistake. The secret is all about how much space you’re trying to warm. These lamps don’t waste time heating up the air—they send warmth directly to your skin. It’s that instant, cozy feeling of standing in the sun. Sizing it right If you’ve got a tiny bathroom (under 4 square meters), stick with something in the 400W to 600W range. In a tight space, a high-powered lamp is just overkill. It’ll bake the ceiling and might even trip your safety switches. You want a gentle glow, not a sauna. For those bigger bathrooms—think 6 to 10 square meters—you’ll want to jump up to 800W or 1200W. In a larger room, heat just disappears into the corners. If you go too low on the wattage, you’ll be standing there wondering why you’re still shivering while the lamp is blasting away. Where to put it Placement is everything. Think of the lamp like a flashlight of heat. A 1200W unit puts out a very intense, concentrated beam. If it’s too low, it’ll feel like a heat lamp at a buffet—way too hot. Too high, and the warmth spreads out so much that it barely feels like anything by the time it hits you. Here’s a pro tip: if you have a big layout, don’t buy one massive heater. Get a few smaller ones instead. It gets rid of those annoying cold spots and makes the whole room feel balanced. A quick word on your wiring Before you go all out, check your walls. High-wattage lamps pull a lot of power. If you’re plugging a 1500W heater into old, thin wiring, you’re asking for trouble. The lamp won’t get as hot as it should, and you risk frying your wires. Just make sure your circuit breakers can handle the total load of everything you’re plugging in. It’s better to be safe than to deal with a blown fuse mid-shower.