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Infrared panel heaters radiate heat directly to objects and occupants rather than warming the surrounding air, making them well-suited to rooms with high ceilings, draughty spaces, or infrequent use. The Sol*Aire infrared range includes slimline flat panel heaters for walls and ceilings, glass fronted panels, and mirror infrared heaters: functional wall mirrors that emit up to 700W of radiant heat. Panels operate silently with no moving parts and no exposed elements, and warmth is felt within seconds of switching on. IP rated options suit bathrooms, where an infrared panel doubles as an efficient towel drying and room heating solution. If you arrived here looking for a Welltherm infrared heater, our Sol*Aire panels are the direct equivalents.
Everything you need to know
Infrared heaters emit radiation absorbed directly by people and surfaces rather than heating the air. Warmth is felt within seconds of switching on. The sensation is similar to sunlight and is generally comfortable in draughty or high-ceilinged spaces where convection heaters must work harder to raise air temperature.
Yes. Domestic infrared panels with a built-in thermostat or timer regulate output automatically. Sol*Aire panels have no exposed heating elements and operate at moderate surface temperatures. As with any fixed heater, follow the manufacturer’s instructions; hardwired bathroom models must be fitted by a qualified electrician.
A mirror infrared heater is a functional wall mirror with an infrared element integrated behind the reflective surface. When on, it emits radiant heat into the room while serving as a normal mirror. Sol*Aire models range from 300W to 700W and are popular in bathrooms, hallways, and living rooms.
At the same wattage, both consume the same electricity per hour. However, infrared heats occupants and surfaces directly, which can feel comfortable at lower thermostat settings – particularly in draughty or high-ceilinged spaces. This may allow lower average wattage use for equivalent comfort.
Yes, provided the model carries an appropriate IP rating. UK wiring regulations (BS 7671) require a minimum IP44 rating for bathroom Zone 2. Sol*Aire IP44-rated infrared panels and mirror heaters are suitable for these positions. Any fixed wiring in a bathroom must be installed by a qualified electrician.
The Welltherm range of glass, mirror and metal infrared panels is no longer available in the UK. The Sol*Aire infrared panels on this page are the direct equivalents: slimline wall or ceiling mounted panels with thermostat and timer control, including mirror heaters and IP rated bathroom options. Call 01325 717 899 if you need help matching a specific Welltherm model to a current panel.
