Towel Shelves

A single towel rail of 600mm suits a single person or couple. For family bathrooms, 750mm or 900mm rails or a multi-bar rail, provide more hanging capacity. Double bars allow two towels to be hung side-by-side without overlap. Measure the available wall space carefully and allow clearance on either side for a neat installation.

A standard towel rail is an unheated, wall-mounted rail for hanging and airing towels. A heated towel rail incorporates an electric or hydronic heating element that warms the rail surface. Standard towel rails are more affordable and simpler to install, while heated towel rails add warmth and faster drying. Both are available in a wide range of finishes and sizes to match bathroom accessories.

A heated towel rail is a wall-mounted rail that uses either electric elements or a hydronic (hot water) connection to warm the rail surface, drying and warming towels placed on it. Electric heated towel rails are the most common in Australian bathrooms, they are connected to a standard power point or hardwired, and can be controlled with a switch or timer. They add comfort and help keep towels fresh between uses.

The simplest approach is to buy your accessories from the same brand range as your tapware, many brands such as Phoenix, Caroma Urbane II, and Meir offer coordinated tap and accessory collections. If mixing brands, focus on matching the finish (e.g. brushed nickel or matte black) rather than the exact product range. Small variations in tone between brands are often barely noticeable in a finished bathroom.

A fully equipped bathroom typically includes a towel rail or heated towel rail, a toilet roll holder, a robe hook (or hooks), a soap dish or soap dispenser, and a toothbrush holder. In the shower, a shower shelf or niche is essential. For a cohesive look, choose all accessories from the same range and finish, most Australian accessory brands like Nero, Phoenix, Meir and Caroma offer complete coordinating sets.