Picking the Right Infrared Heater for Your Bathroom
When you’re looking at infrared lamps, it’s tempting to just grab the one with the biggest number on the box. But here’s the thing: more power isn’t always better. If you overdo it, you’re just throwing money away on your electric bill—or worse, making the room feel like a sauna. It’s all about the size of your space. Small powder rooms (under 4m²) Keep it simple. A 250W to 400W lamp is plenty. If you put a monster heater in a tiny room, the thermostat will just keep clicking on and off every few seconds. It’s annoying, and it wears out the hardware way faster than it should. Medium bathrooms (4m² to 8m²) You’ll probably want something in the 600W to 800W range. That’s usually the sweet spot for a standard family bath. The big master suites (over 8m²) Now you can go for 1000W or more. But a pro tip? Instead of one giant, scorching lamp, try a few smaller ones spread out. It stops those annoying cold spots where you’re shivering in one corner while roasting in another. Plus, putting a 1000W unit in a tiny closet-sized bathroom can actually overheat the fixture itself. Not ideal. What’s with the IP65 rating? You’ll see “IP65” on the specs. In plain English, that just means the thing is sealed tight against dust and water jets. We use tempered glass and heavy-duty gaskets to keep the steam and splashes out of the electronics. Just keep in mind that those protective layers act as a bit of a shield. Some of the heat has to fight through that glass to get to you, so keep that in mind when you’re planning your layout. Intensity vs. Actual Comfort High-wattage lamps are fast. Really fast. They’re great if you want instant heat the second you step out of the shower. But there’s a catch. They create a “hot spot.” You get that intense, stinging heat right under the lamp, while the rest of the room stays chilly. If you want that cozy, all-over warmth, go with a few 400W lamps instead of one 1200W beast. It spreads the heat around more evenly. Just make sure to wire them in parallel so the voltage stays steady across the board. Your skin (and your electric meter) will thank you.