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Antus A2036 Hardwired Heated Towel Rack

Name: Antus A2036 Hardwired Heated Towel Rack
SKU: A2036.2
Availability: InStock

Price range: US$1,610.00 through US$6,030.00

Finish

Custom PVD

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Polished Stainless

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Polished Nickel

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SKU: A2036.2

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Width (in)	HEIGHT (in)	DEPTH (in)	BARS	TOWELS
20.375	37.75	4.125	20	2

WATTS	AMPS	BTUS	VOLTS	Electrical Connection
260	2.17	887	115	Hardwire

Heating time without a towel:

10 - 15 Minutes

There are a variety of factors that determine heating times, including towel thickness, ambient temperature, and rack output. Learn more about heating times here.

Round-Bar Collection

Round bars in a modern layout.

Antus uses round, cylindrical bars with a profile similar to Jeeves, arranged in a modern layout. The stocked range includes two widths, while special-order models add other sizes and finish options.

Design

Round, cylindrical bars create the Antus collection profile across its modern layouts.

Controls

Antus pairs with the Touch Digital Heat Controller, sold separately, with five temperature levels.

Heating

Hardwired dry-element construction heats in 10 to 15 minutes. Compare heating and collection formats.

Product Information

Technical Specifications

Dimensions & Capacity

Overall Width: 20.375 in
Overall Height: 37.75 in
Overall Depth: 4.125 in
Number of Bars: 20
Towel Capacity: 2

Product Details

Made In: Italy
Certified: cETLus Listed

Electrical Range

Wattage: 260 W
Amperage: 2.17 A
Voltage: 115 V
BTU Output: 887 BTU
Surface Temperature Range: 110 - 194 F

Installation & Warranty

Mounting Type: Wall Mount
Installation Type: Hardwire
Heat Up Time: 10 - 15
Warranty: 3 years

Antus requires a compatible Touch Digital Heat Controller. Choose the ATW-TDHC when the control will be mounted directly beside the rack, or the ATW-TDHCR when the control should be placed elsewhere. A remote-control layout also requires one ATW-CWB at each rack connection.

Direct control

One rack with one ATW-TDHC. The rack connection enters the controller at the same wall location.

Remote control

One rack with one ATW-TDHCR and one ATW-CWB. The controller can be located away from the rack.

Multiple racks

One ATW-TDHCR can control compatible racks within its electrical capacity. Each rack needs its own ATW-CWB.

Watch the controller overview

Controller

Touch Digital Heat Controller

Mounts beside the rack for a single, direct wall connection. The controller handles on/off operation and adjustable heat output.

SKU: ATW-TDHC

US$400.00

Controller

Remote Touch Digital Heat Controller

Places the control panel in another convenient wall location, such as near the room switches. Its controller wall box is included.

SKU: ATW-TDHCR

US$370.00

Controller

Concealed Wall Box for Antus, Sirio, Quadro, Vega & Modello i

Installs behind the wall at the rack connection when using ATW-TDHCR. One concealed wall box is required per rack; Modello i needs one per bar.

SKU: ATW-CWB

US$100.00

Installation Guide

Wiring, mounting, and setup information.

Open Installation Guide TD

Technical Drawings & Sizes

Product dimensions, mounting details, and model-specific reference information.

Open Technical Information DOC

Additional Guide

Supplemental product support material.

Open Additional Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Is plug-in or hardwired better?

Neither is universally better. Plug-in can be easier for retrofit projects, guest baths, and finished spaces where opening the wall is not ideal. Hardwired often offers a cleaner built-in look and is frequently preferred in remodels and new construction.

The right choice depends on the room, the stage of the project, and how integrated you want the final installation to feel. For the full tradeoff, see Plug-In vs Hardwired Heated Towel Racks.

Do I need an electrician to install a heated towel rack?

A licensed electrician is strongly recommended for hardwired installations, new electrical work, wet-area placement, controllers, or any uncertainty about code and placement. Even when a model offers a simpler installation option, professional guidance is worthwhile if there is any doubt about the room conditions or electrical requirements.

For safety and planning details, see Are Heated Towel Racks Safe? and Plug-In vs Hardwired Heated Towel Racks.

How high should a heated towel rack be mounted on the wall?

There is not one universal mounting height that fits every bathroom. The right location depends on who will use the rack, how easily towels should be reached, the room layout, and the electrical planning behind the wall.

Accessibility needs and local code requirements both matter here. Junction box rules, clearance requirements, and other installation details can vary by jurisdiction, so local electrical and building code always supersede any general guidance. When there is any doubt, the safest approach is to confirm the planned height with a qualified local electrician, installer, or code authority. For related installation context, see Are Heated Towel Racks Safe?.

Which collections can be rotated 180 degrees without affecting function?

Quadro, Sirio, Antus, Vega, Radiant, Cape, and Swivel can be installed rotated 180 degrees without affecting function. Rotation can help when the room needs the electrical connection at the top left.

Jeeves and Traditional use liquid-filled heating systems and must stay in their intended orientation. For those collections, use the product drawing and installation instructions for final placement.

What is the difference between a timer, a controller, and a switch?

A switch turns the heated towel rack on and off. A timer controls when the heated towel rack runs. The ATW-T24 supports recurring schedules, sunrise/sunset timing, and countdown operation; the ATW-CDT is the simpler choice for a one-off timed run. A controller provides model-specific control on compatible collections, such as heat-level adjustment or countdown operation.

The best choice depends on the routine and the selected heated towel rack. TDHC and TDHCR controllers are not 24/7 programmable schedulers. For recurring scheduled operation, use a compatible ATW-T24 timer or smart switch where appropriate.

A dimmer switch should not be used in place of a properly rated switch, timer, or controller unless the product documentation specifically allows it. For the full comparison, see Timer vs Controller vs Switch.

When is a digital controller the better choice?

A digital controller is most useful when the selected heated towel rack supports heat-level control, especially on compatible Italian-designed collections that use the TDHC or TDHCR control family.

On compatible hardwired collections such as Antus, Sirio, Quadro, Vega, and Modello i, the digital controller provides heat-level adjustment and countdown operation in one wall control. It is not a 24/7 programmable scheduler. For recurring schedules, sunrise/sunset timing, and countdown operation, use a compatible ATW-T24. For a simpler one-off timed run, use the ATW-CDT where compatible.

Controller compatibility depends on the exact model and SKU generation. Check the current product documentation before pairing a controller with an older heated towel rack.

For the fuller control comparison, see Timer vs Controller vs Switch.