Below, our picks of the best towel racks. The chrome finish looks very modern, and can easily fit in with most décor. If your ceilings are high enough, it would be great over the toilet or behind the door. The shelf can hold extra towels and toiletries while the rack can be used to dry used towels. There is a double rack effect on this model, so the back can hold towels you are using while the front can hold nice hand towels. Price at time of publish: $29 Many users have used this wall-mounted rack for holding wine, hanging hats, storing rolling pins, dish towels, and so much more. So, think of it as the perfect towel rack that you can upcycle to something more eventually. This model only comes in bronze, so that could be a problem for those who prefer colorful or chrome options. It measures at 38.8" x 6.7" x 4.9". Price at time of publish: $30 This model comes with a chrome finish which is one of the most popular choices when it comes to bathroom fixtures. It measures at 33" x 25" x 10.5" so not suited for tiny spaces. The rack features a bottom wire shelf where you can conveniently store other items and toiletries. There are also three leveled bars to hang your towels with about two inches or so between the bars. Price at time of publish: $43 Use this as an everyday solution or keep it under the sink for when you have guests or extra towels to dry. Besides working on the back of your shower door you can also use this on the back of any door. Price at time of publish: $27 InterDesign York gives you various size options with this model: five, three, two, two quad and quad hook models. Depending on your needs, you really do get a great number of choices to store your towels and rid your bathroom of clutter. It can fit over doors up to .75-inches thick, plus it was made in the USA. The Lyra Over the Door Rack was created for you to conveniently hang not only your towels but even your handbags, robes, hats, and more. This model definitely can serve as a multi-purpose storage option. Price at time of publish: $21 The entire rack measures at 53.5" x 66.5 between the top and bottom hinges. In all, it is 70" high and one inch deep. You can preview the installation instructions before purchasing in case you fear it may be too difficult of a DIY project to handle. This innovative design allows you some space freed while also getting rid of unnecessary clutter. It makes for a perfect fit in your bathroom or bedroom and allows your perfectly folded towels to hang neatly. It’s also a unique and efficient way to display your towels and perfect to install in both your own bathroom and guest bathroom. Given the fact that you can store bath towels, beach towels, hand towels and more in one mounted tree style towel rack makes this a powerhorse. The rack weighs about eight pounds on its own and measures at 8" x 38" x 4.5".
Material and Finish
Stainless steel won’t rust or corrode in a humid bathroom, and is a better choice than plastic. In terms of finishes, chrome is a popular and classic choice that matches with traditional silver-toned plumbing fixtures. But these days you can customize your towel racks to work with a variety of metal finishes, from brushed nickel to oil-rubbed bronze, polished brass, or matte black metal.
Size
Standard towel racks come in 18, 24, and 30-inch lengths. Use your common sense to determine which size works for your needs and space, and don’t forget to measure both the bathroom and your towels to make sure that everything will fit comfortably. You don’t want to crowd a shared towel rack with multiple towels or they won’t be able to dry out properly between uses.
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This article was written and researched by Wendy Vazquez, a longtime freelance writer for The Spruce. She has worked with brands—both on the editorial and public relations side of things—in the fashion, beauty, lifestyle, business, and technology industries.
