To dry towels is the main purpose of a heated towel rack and the benefit of a dry towel is less bacterial build-up. We use only the best material, Grade 304 stainless steel, with its anti-corrosion properties, which prevent rusting, peeling chipping, and staining. It is easy to clean, just use a warm, damp cloth, and no detergent or chemicals are necessary. A Cubic 6-bar heated towel rail uses only 70 watts of electricity.