We searched far and wide for economic towel rails and eventually bought DIMPLEX rails from the U.K. Oil filled, very low consumption, 100w - 150w, and VERY effective. They use no more than a light bulb but all the energy is converted into heat. DIMPLEX are a difficult firm to deal with if you should need parts, however, the struggle is worth while. It's a pity that one of the French manufactuers doesn't get on to this type of rail a we would always prefer to buy a French product.