We have an older house which doesnt have bathroom fans(yet). So we needed something to prevent hanging towels from getting musty. This works perfect. It wont heat them up like a dryer but it will give you a dry and somewhat warm towel when you step out of the shower. We dont have it hard wired but it works like a charm and we'll be taking it with us when we go. If you are looking for a touch of sophistication w/ easy setup and great results , this is for you.