Whether you are renting a house and you cannot carry out renovations, or maybe you just need more space in a room or you like the flexibility that a free standing towel rack provides, you cannot go wrong with this accessory. Gone are the days where you would just dump a wet towel on the floor or when you wouldn't care how your bathroom space looked like. With a towel rack, you can keep your towels tastefully displayed while enhancing your decor. You will also enjoy the convenience of being able to find your towels fast whenever you need them.
You can find a wide selection of towel racks in different colors, styles and materials.
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Freestanding towel rack with a polystone base. Has a dual rail that provides space for multiple towels to dry. It has a brushed stainless steel build that provides a strong frame resistant to discoloring and rust. It’s stable, stylish, and features a modern design.
Functional and practical towel rack constructed from a silver finished metal frame. The piece offers up to three hanging racks and an additional shelf below for other bathroom supplies. It also has raised legs and a beautiful curved design that adds a touch of modern elegance into your bathroom.
This simple metal design is traditional in its approach while the scrolls add a real touch of elegance to it all. The shelf at the bottom will prove to be useful while the entire thing is made of steel. Measuring 37” in height, it is also 33” wide.
This metal towel rack is ornate and dainty while also keeping a certain sense of elegance about it all. The ornate scroll is classic in its approach and the entire towel rack has several hanging rails and a storage platform. Measuring 29” in height, it is balanced on 4 dainty legs finishing the elegant look.
Using a cross design, this towel rack is made from metal and features a chrome effect to complete the cool modern look. Measuring 32” in height, it is also 23.5” across while giving you more than enough space to hang your towels.
This steel towel rack has 3 bars for towels with it having quite an industrial and modern take on the design. Its angles are cool and funky with this towel rack being best in a contemporary home. It measures 33” at its highest point while it is also 18” deep.
This towel rack is 32” high and comes with a mixture of materials that offers it quite a modern approach to the design. A tempered glass base with chrome metal poles, it has two bars for towels to be hung.
With its gentle scroll, this metal towel rack has a real touch of elegance and style attached to it. Along with several bars for hanging towels of varying sizes, it is rather chic and looks amazing in any kind of setting. Completed with a metallic finish, it measures 57.5” in height while it is also 28” deep.
This industrial style towel rack is made from metal and comes in 3 different finishes. It has a chic design that means it will be perfect for either a modern home or one that is contemporary in design. Resistant to corrosion, it has a number of tiers allowing you to place towels of differing sizes. Made from iron, it is 31” high and 24.5” wide.
This metal design is elaborate, elegant and stylish all thrown into one. It has a scroll design and is capable of storing a variety of towel sizes. The metal frame has a bar at the base that is going to make it steady even when it is loaded with towels. It measures 35” in height and 26.5” wide making it quite a big piece.
This modern style towel rack is impressive in its design. Finished with chrome, it is plush and comes with two bars to support the towels. Measuring 32.5” in height, it has a solid metal base plate to keep things stable.
This cool modern style towel rack has a different design that makes it stand out from the rest. Measuring 34” in height, it has a smaller base plate which is weighted down in order to prevent it from toppling over. Made from metal, it is finished in white and has two bars perfect for bath towels.
This cool, modernistic design combines metal with a tempered glass base. The two bars provide space for the towels while the entire thing doesn’t take up a lot of space measuring 34” in height and 18” wide.
This modern style towel stand has a circular base and three levels for towels. It is made from metal and finished in a chrome effect that makes it stand out in your bathroom. It measures 35.5” in height and the base is 17.5” across.
Available in three different finishes, this towel rack is designed to last for years and is resistant to corrosion. Simplistic in its design, it will also fit in perfectly with any kind of décor which is a real bonus along with it being a very functional item. There is a total of 24” of hanging space with this rack while the item itself measures some 24.5” wide by a height of 31.75”.
Available in two different finishes, this towel rack is rather elegant in its design even though it has been created in such a way so as it can be used in any style of bathroom. Made from metal, it provides you with two bars for hanging towels while the entire piece measures some 19.6” wide by a depth of 7.6” and a height of 27.5”.
This towel rack is slim in design and is ideal for the smaller bathroom where space is limited. The metal construction is then topped with a chrome coating on the actual bars where you are able to hang towels of varying sizes. Measuring just 15” long and 7” deep, it is also only 32” in height.
Even though it is a simple shape, this free-standing towel rack is elegant and plush thanks to the chrome effect that completely covers it. Made to a high standard, it is a mere 31.7” high and only 15” across so it is rather compact.
This cool, modern-looking towel rack is going to stand out in your contemporary bathroom especially if having a chrome effect is the overall look that you are going for. Compact in size, it measures a mere 31” in height but this is still ample space for you to hang several towels on the two racks.
Stylish and elegant with its design, this x design is different to so many towel racks on the market. Chrome plated, it is certainly rather modern in its look and it will then blend into any bathroom that is modern and going for a neutral look. The two bars on the rack double your hanging space and yet it will fit still neatly into your bathroom even when space is at a premium.
Kings Brand Furniture Black Metal with Gold Leaf Free Towel Rack Stand with Shelf
A towel rack is an indispensable tool that can help your bathroom be a luxurious and organized place. After all, what's better than a clean, dry, fluffy towel? Keep all of your towels in a comfortable, ready-to-go state with a convenient towel rack!
There are five main types of towel racks! Which works best for you will depend upon your needs. Here are the most popular types:
Hooks
Hooks are good for hanging individual towels over a point. If you would like to have personal space for hanging your unique towel, a strong hook is the way to go.
Rings
Rings attached to the wall allow for easy hanging of towels: Simply thread them through and you're good to go. This is a good option for thinner or smaller towels, such as infant or hand versions.
Valets
As a free-standing floor rack, this type of towel rack is a good choice if you don't have an overabundance of wall space. If your walls are made of tile, or if you have lots of pictures on the wall, opt for one of these standalone towel racks.
Bars
Towel bars are convenient for hanging on longer walls, and they offer a good amount of drying space---making these the best option for drying your towels if they are very wet.
Shelves
Less racks than otherwise, towel shelves still deserve honorable mention. While they are, perhaps, not the best option for using or drying towels, they are excellent for towel storage.
Towel racks can be made from almost any material imaginable. Metals are common, as they can look extremely attractive and will not be affected by consistent dampness in your bathroom. For a more natural look, you can consider wood as well; however, know that if you choose a wooden towel rack, you'll need to make sure it's water-treated so it can withstand inherent moisture.
For outdoor showers, consider a plastic or vinyl version. These will stand up to the weather quite well. The best luxe option is likely high-density copper: It will not wear or rust, and it will look beautiful for years to come.
One consideration you'll want to take into your decision is the number of people you have living in your space. It's possible to buy towel racks that will work for a number of people! It also matters which type of towel rack you choose: some, such as hooks, can be customized for the number of people you expect to have in your home.
As far as towel bars go, there are two most common sizes:
18-inch
24-inch
It is possible to find towel racks in longer or shorter lengths, but these are the easiest to find. For bath towels, specifically, you'll want to find a longer one in the 30-to-36-inch range.
Where should you hang your towel rack? If at all possible, it should go very close to your shower or bath---preferably on an adjacent wall. However, you'll want to make sure that it's screwed into very solid studs, as it will have to hold all the weight of a wet towel, so the makeup of your walls will partially dictate where it's able to go.
Matching your towel rack to your bathroom's distinct style can help you add to the overall aesthetic you're working so hard to create! Here are a few design tips:
If your bathroom has warmer colors, such as pink, cream, coral, or other warm neutrals, opting for a copper or wood accent rack will fit in best.
If your bathroom has cooler colors, such as blue, green, bright white, or other cool neutrals, you may wish to err on the side of a cooler metal, such as stainless steel or aluminum.
However, this is up to your choice. Ultimately, do you want your towel rack to blend in with your bathroom, or become a lovely focal point that makes a statement? If the latter, choosing a treated wood fixture and then painting the rack in the color of your choice can be a wonderfully creative move.