Are you on a mission to make your bathroom your own personal retreat? Well, maybe not exactly like your favourite spa, but at least neat and organized. Already decided on the tile design and colour palette and all you have to do now is choose the right details and finishing touches. Those seemingly smaller things can sometimes make a huge difference between the bathroom of your dreams and an eyesore that would bother you every time you are in there.
So, take a bit of time and think about what kind of bathroom hardware you would like. Where are the towels going? Do you need one or more towel rails? Would a hook be enough, or something else, like a heated rail or a ring? When it comes to these details, your options are limitless, so to help you in your quest we will go over some points you might find useful. Remember, it’s all about your personal preferences and the style you like, but before you start drilling holes in the newly-tiled walls, it would be nice to have a plan.
Start with the space. Is it a spacious bathroom used by the whole family, a master bathroom for one or two people, or a guest bathroom used a couple of times a year? Depending on the room you have you can decide on the number and position of the bathroom rails, so that you have enough, but not go overboard.
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Wall-Mounted Towel Rails
As one of the must-have accessories in every bathroom, the highly-functional bathroom rails not only provide a convenient place to hang your towels but add some elegance to the space when chosen well. If there’s enough space near the tub or the shower, you can place a bar that is long enough to hold a bigger towel. With the range of different sizes, you can certainly find one that fits your favourite set of towels.
The wall-mounted models, which are fixed directly onto the wall will give you the necessary tool to place your towels within hand reach and a convenient place to let them dry. Both the bar and ring designs are suitable for hand towels next to the sink and since they are sturdy and space-saving, they can fit in small and large bathrooms. These fixtures can be made of stainless steel, brass, and chrome and have a variety of finishes that can match your bathroom style.
Free-Standing Towel Rails
This is an option that doesn’t require any installation so you won’t need to make holes in the freshly painted walls. You can move it around as needed so you have all the flexibility to change the position if necessary. The free-standing rails come in a variety of designs and materials. The ladder-style ones look particularly nice and have multiple rungs or racks where you can hang more towels at once.
Heated Rails
With heated towel rails you get both a heating source for your bathroom and a place where you can hang the towels and have them dry in minutes. With a full-size rail, you won’t need another radiator in the bathroom as it can produce enough warmth to keep the temperature cozy. They can be either connected to the central heating system or use an electric heating element. High-quality rails made of stainless steel, mirror chrome, or matt black are clean, and modern and will give your bathroom a sleek and sophisticated look.
Placement Tips
It doesn’t take a genius to know that the most convenient spot for bath towel bars is near the sink and next to the bath or shower. You don’t want to go across the bathroom dripping water on the floor, right? Longer horizontal bars look best when fixed on the longest wall, and rings and hooks can go on short walls. You can place them in groups but with enough space among them as well as between the ring and the vanity countertop.
For larger bathrooms, you can pick the free-standing rails to add a touch of elegance or use a combination of wall-mounted ones.
Advantages of Bathroom Rails
When people use the rails (and some need a bit of training for this ‘complicated’ task) they help you keep the bathroom neat and organized. Instead of leaving wet towels on the vanity countertop, draped over the shower curtain, or worse, lying on the floor, this designated place ensures they are neatly hung. The rail and especially the heated type, allows them to quickly dry and reduces the risk of mildew and unpleasant odours.
A rail is a convenient spot for your warm and fluffy towel within arm’s reach, waiting for you when you get out of the shower. And with the beautiful designs and finishes, it’s a way to enhance the complete style of your bathroom. Choose from a variety of materials, colours, and designs to complement the décor and enrich the space.
Suitable Materials
Since this hardware will be exposed to water and humidity, you need materials that can withstand the environment without getting rusty and looking tarnished. Stainless steel and chrome are popular choices because they are durable, easy to clean, and resistant to moisture. You can find them in glossy or matte finishes and a range of hues. Brass is another material that is common for bathroom hardware as it gives a touch of warmth and elegance.
Final Words
The versatile and highly functional bathroom towel rails are both stylish and convenient. A well-chosen rail will not only keep the space organized but improve the aesthetics of the most frequently used room. Having a dry, warm towel whenever you need it is a piece of luxury we tend to disregard and underestimate until there isn’t one. So, get yourself some nice-looking rails and enjoy this luxury. All you have to do now is make sure everyone hangs their towel in the right place. Now, that’s the hard part.
