Hand Towel Holders

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Hand Towel Holders Buying Guide A hand towel rail solves a specific problem a main towel rail doesn't: keeping a smaller towel within reach of the basin, rather than relying on a bath towel to double up for hand-drying. Positioned close to the wash space, it also helps keep water off the surrounding floor and benchtop, since a towel is immediately at hand rather than across the room. Types of hand towel holders Round towel rings suit classic and traditional bathroom styles, with the towel looped through a circular fitting rather than hung along a bar. Bar-style rails suit a more contemporary bathroom, and are available as a single fixed rail or, in some ranges, a slightly longer format for households needing to hang more than one hand towel at a time. Wall-mounted holders keep the fitting close to the basin without using any benchtop space, which matters in smaller ensuites and powder rooms where every surface is otherwise in use. Decorative rails, with a more distinctive shape or silhouette, suit a bathroom where the towel rail is meant to read as a considered accent rather than a purely functional fitting. Materials Hand towel rails in this collection are made from stainless steel, brass and zinc alloy, materials chosen for their resistance to the corrosion and humidity a bathroom environment involves. A well-made rail in one of these materials holds its finish and function for years of daily use, rather than showing wear after a season or two. Choosing a finish Finish is one of the more effective ways to tie a hand towel rail into the rest of a bathroom, since it's a small, frequently visible fitting positioned right at the basin. Matte black brings a bold, contemporary edge and resists fingerprints better than a polished finish, holding its appearance over time. Polished chrome remains a timeless, versatile option that suits both modern and classic bathrooms alike. Brushed nickel offers a softer, more muted alternative to chrome, suited to a bathroom aiming for