Selecting a towel rail

When choosing a towel rail, form and function are the most important aspects to consider. Homeowners want one that not only works great, but also blends well with their decor. In fact, hardware pieces like a towel rack should be considered the jewels of the room. They add accents and beauty, completing a look to make it look fully put together and polished. Let’s take a look at some of the most important considerations to keep in mind when choosing a towel rack.

Style

Since the towel rail and other decorative features are like jewels in the bathroom, style is undoubtedly very important. Spend some time thinking about what kind of overall style you want to convey. Some homeowners look for a country bathroom with white cabinets and pastel colors. Others want a very modern room with sleek furniture and granite countertops. It is very important to design the entire room and leave the hardware for last because it is simply meant to be a decorative piece. The only way anyone can know for sure what type of towel rack they want is to look at the final product and see what it will look like. The color of the paint on the walls and the style, design, and tone of the cabinets play a big role in the type of hardware you’ll want to use. Also try to get matching pieces. The bars should match the toilet paper holder, the drawer and cabinet handles and, if possible, the mirror or medicine cabinet being used in the room.

function

Above all, remember that hardware should play an important role in the overall final look of the bathroom. If it doesn’t work right, then you won’t use it, and there’s no point in even having the slash. Think carefully about where in the room you want to place the bar. Measure the space carefully so that you can be sure that the one you buy is not too long or too short for the space you have. Also make sure you position the bar properly so you can easily reach your towels every time you get out of the shower or bath. A bar that’s out of reach isn’t much help to anyone. It may even be a good idea to measure the towels you plan to use with it to make sure they will hang directly on the rod. Also consider what type of towels you will be using on a regular basis. Don’t forget to get some kind of hanger for your hand towel that is separate from the one that will be used for large towels. Also, if there is room, having separate large bars for his and hers towels is a great touch.

material

The type of material the towel rail is made of is an important part of both its style and its function. Some materials are made to last a long time, while others just aren’t well made enough to last more than a few years. Chrome is very popular right now, probably due to its durability and the clean, elegant look it gives to any decor. Real chrome bars should be very heavy and a lighter silver color. Other popular material choices include brushed nickel and pewter, both of which will also be highly durable. Just beware of parts that appear to be made from these materials but are actually counterfeits. They can be a great way to save money, but chances are they won’t last long.