A towel warmer can be part of the bathroom’s design from the start. Scaletta by Tubes Radiatori brings a familiar ladder silhouette into the space, combining a place for towels with electric warmth and an unmistakable visual presence.
Designed by Elisa Giovannoni and introduced in 2014, Scaletta is a piece to consider when you want a practical bathroom accessory with the character of a furnishing. Its open form feels particularly at home alongside carefully selected stone, tile and bathroom fittings.
At Specialty Hardware + Plumbing, we have Scaletta in matte black on display in our Beverly Hills showroom. Visit us to explore its proportions and finish in person, or work with our team remotely to select the appropriate model for your project.
A ladder design with international recognition
Made from aluminum, Scaletta takes its identity from the simple form of a ladder. The design is immediately recognizable, with rails and rungs that give it a different presence from a conventional towel bar.
Its design credentials include the Good Design Award 2015, a German Design Award 2015 in the Bath and Wellness category, and recognition as an Interior Design Best of Year 2015 Honoree. Scaletta also received an Honourable Mention at the XXIV Compasso d’Oro ADI.
These distinctions make it an interesting choice for design-focused interiors, but the decision is also personal: how the piece looks against your wall, where towels will hang and how it fits into your daily routine.
UL certified for the United States and Canada
Tubes identifies Scaletta as UL certified in compliance with U.S. and Canadian safety requirements. For North American projects, start with the dedicated US/Canada specification rather than the international version.
The North American data sheet lists two wall-mounted options: Scaletta 140 with five rungs and Scaletta 185 with seven rungs. Both are specified at 110 volts and 100 watts.
Our team can help you review the appropriate model, dimensions and documentation before ordering. This is especially useful when coordinating an imported design product with a U.S. installation.
Straightforward plug-in installation
Scaletta is an electric plug-in towel warmer, so it does not need a connection to a hydronic heating system or a plumbing supply. That makes it worth exploring for an existing bathroom as well as a new build.
For the wall-mounted version, the installation manual shows wall anchors and spacers used to secure the unit, followed by connection to a power outlet. Installation planning therefore centers on the mounting surface, the position of a suitable outlet and the location of the towel warmer within the room.
Share your proposed location with us early. We can help you review the manufacturer’s instructions with your installer so the electrical connection and mounting details are considered before finishes are completed.
Matte black and a wider finish palette
Our matte black showroom display offers a useful starting point for anyone considering darker bathroom accents. It can create a defined outline against a pale wall or become part of a deeper, layered palette alongside darker tile and fittings.
The North American finish selection includes Matt Jet Black, Matt White, Glossy Pure White, White Matt Cream, White Glossy Cream, Matt Stone Gray, Glossy Stone Gray, Matt Terra Brown, Matt Ruby Red and Wrinkled Copper Brown. Additional colors from the Tubes color chart are available on request.
That range allows Scaletta to act as a quiet supporting detail or a more expressive accent. Bring your wall, floor and hardware samples to a consultation so you can compare the proposed finish within the full bathroom palette.
Order through an authorized U.S. Tubes distributor
Specialty Hardware + Plumbing is an authorized U.S. distributor of Tubes Radiatori, providing technical expertise and product support for homeowners, architects, designers and installation teams.
We ship and distribute across the United States, so you can work with our Beverly Hills team wherever your project is located. We can assist with model selection, finish options, technical documents and project pricing.
Current lead time is approximately 3–4 weeks. Contact us to confirm timing for your selected model and finish when placing an order.
See Scaletta in Beverly Hills
Visit Specialty Hardware + Plumbing at 283 South Robertson Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, to see our matte black Scaletta display and discuss your bathroom plans.
Call (310) 659-9351 or contact our team for Scaletta pricing, finish information and nationwide shipping.
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