best towel holder

• User posting on r/HomeImprovement about a towel rack that is falling off the wall
• User is considering using Great Stuff foam to fill the previous hole and hold the towel rack in place
• Commenter suggests that this won’t work and advises the user to find the studs and attach wood to the studs if needed to properly mount the towel rack
• Another commenter suggests using a toggle bolt as an alternative
• A third commenter shares a semi-DIY option to avoid extensive drywall repair involving cutting a small hole and inserting a piece of 2x2 wood into the hole before screwing the wood to the wall
• Another commenter warns against using Great Stuff foam, stating that it’s not structural and that drywall anchors, even high-quality ones, will eventually fail with the added weight of the towel rack and towel
• Commenter suggests mounting the towel rack to wood, which can be attached to the wall
• Another commenter recommends finding the studs and mounting the towel rack to the studs or attaching wood to the studs if the towel rack and studs don’t line up
• Someone suggests that it might be difficult to find both studs within the width of the towel rack and that attaching more wood to the studs might be the way to go
• A commenter recommends learning how to do drywall but acknowledges that it would involve repainting the whole bathroom
• Several commenters advise against using Great Stuff foam and recommend finding the studs or mounting to wood instead
• Another commenter warns about the possibility of sagging within the foam if the weight of the towel rack isn’t properly supported
• One commenter thinks that the foam solution could potentially work if the towel rack and hanging hardware aren’t attached until the foam is completely set, but still recommends drywall repair in the long-term
• Several commenters suggest using a toggle bolt as a cheaper and simpler alternative to finding the studs and attaching wood
• A commenter recommends cutting a hole slightly smaller than the towel rack mount, inserting a 2x2 piece of wood into the hole, and screwing it into the wall to avoid extensive drywall repair
• Towel rack mounting seems to be a common issue among home improvement enthusiasts, with various recommendations such as finding studs, using toggle bolts, and mounting to wood.

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• Discusses a thread on Reddit where users recommend high quality bathroom fixtures, including towel racks, for use in home improvement projects.
• The original poster expressed dissatisfaction with the cheap and flimsy towel racks available at big box stores like Home Depot and Lowes, and was interested in splurging for higher quality fixtures.
• Several users recommended well-known brands that offer higher end lines, including Kohler, Delta, and Moen.
• A few users specifically mentioned that the high-end lines from these brands are made of solid stainless steel or aluminum.
• Others recommended shopping at higher-end retailers like Ferguson instead of big box stores.
• A user recommended purchasing Restoration Hardware fixtures for their remodel, stating they are solid and tasteful, and often not much more expensive than Kohler or Moen.
• Another user highly recommended Gatco Latitude II for anyone looking for modern, well-constructed towel racks and other bathroom accessories.
• Some users also mentioned Hansgrohe fixtures, which are known for their high quality but higher price point.
• The thread also discussed the potential of purchasing stainless steel fixtures made in China. Users recommended taking a risk on these items due to their low price, but be prepared to wait a long time for shipping, and not expect much customer service in case of an issue.
• One user recommended checking out the Gatco Latitude II line for towel racks with a modern aesthetic that are very well put together.
• Another user recommended checking out the high-end lines from Kohler and Moen, noting that these brands sell towel racks made from solid stainless steel and even higher quality materials.
• The thread concludes with many useful recommendations for brands and stores to shop at for high quality bathroom fixtures.

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• Title: “Suggestions on ways to hang towels?”
• Subreddit: r/organization
• Posted 2 years ago
• Has 5 points
• The poster mentions sharing a bathroom with two other people and needing to have a way to hang towels so that they get enough air exposure to dry
• One suggestion recommends getting an over-the-door hanger with multiple pegs and spreading out the towel over those pegs to promote drying
• A second suggestion recommends putting the used towel into the dryer for 10 minutes to dry it instead of waiting for it to dry out naturally
• A third suggestion recommends getting an over the door towel rack or hooks to place on the wall or door
• The same suggestion also brings up Command hooks that can be added to the wall or door and small fans that can be used to promote air circulation
• Another suggestion involves using stick-on self-adhesive towel bars, with one that can be used when renting being mentioned, or using towel bars and hooks that slip over cabinet doors
• One person suggested keeping towels in the bedrooms instead of the bathroom
• Another suggestion is to use individual hooks for each person to hang their towel on
• One person recommends using a towel butler, specifically one with swing arms for beach towels or a version that has enough floor space for multiple towels
• The final suggestion is to keep bath towels in separate bathrooms if available or keep them in individual rooms with the towel hung over pegs on the back of a door
• Multiple people assert that having an individual hook or a method of hanging a towel is crucial for a clean and tidy bathroom
• Many of the recommendations involve using creative solutions since there doesn’t seem to exist an ideal towel holder for multiple people in a bathroom
• One comment suggests utilizing space that may not be typically associated with hanging a towel, such as an open door or a chair
• Throughout the comments, there was a general agreement that it’s important to spread out towels to promote proper drying and air circulation, and individual hooks or designated spaces are very important to promote cleanliness
• Brands or stores were mentioned in a few of the comments as a source for finding over-the-door towel hangers or stick-on towel bars.
• The Wayfair product website was linked as a suggestion for a 3 swivel arm towel rack stand. The Home Depot and Bed Bath & Beyond websites were linked as a suggestion for towel racks for pool and spa. The Walmart product website was linked for an over-the-door chrome rack and a 5 hooks over the

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• User in r/HomeImprovement subreddit is having trouble with their towel rack coming loose from drywall
• Rack is for a hand towel
• There are no studs behind this piece of the wall
• Anchors keep giving up and the user is looking for a permanent solution
• Several Reddit users suggest using toggle bolts for more secure hold, with one specifically recommending 1/8 x 2” toggle bolts
  • First user with 143 karma recommends toggle bolts
  • Another Reddit user with 6 karma mentions a Project Farm video about the best wall anchors for towel racks, and suggests using toggle bolts for a solid mount
  • A user with 19 karma says they use beefy toggle bolts if they can’t find a stud or can’t grip a screw to a solid surface
  • Another user with 24 karma mentions that toggle bolts are their go-to for most things
• SnapToggles are also suggested as a good option, as they are quick and easy to use and make the towel bar rock solid
  • A user with 32 karma recommends Snaptoggle and links to an Amazon page with them
• Molly bolts are also mentioned as a good option, but require a larger hole for installation
  • A user with 1 karma offers a cautionary note on Molly bolts, stating that they can be hard to remove once installed
  • Another user with 8 karma recommends using a Molly bolt instead of the typical screw anchors
  • A user with 14 karma suggests using a Molly bolt to hold it for sure, but points out that a plastic drywall anchor should suffice for a towel rack
• Some users discuss the design of the towel rack and the pressure it puts on the anchor point
• The original poster eventually installs 1/8 x 2” toggle bolts, and will report on their stability in six months.

• Reddit post from two years ago discussing ways to mount a towel bar on tile without drilling.
• Original poster is hesitant to drill into the tile itself and is looking for semi-permanent options that will safely hold a towel bar but can be removed in the future.
• 3M VHB tape was tried but was not successful. It slowly sagged over a couple of weeks, leaving behind a sticky mess that was tough to clean off.
• Suggested options from users include Command towel hooks, which have been used in bathrooms with great success but are not the same as a towel bar.
• Another user suggests using construction adhesive to attach some sort of flat piece to the mounting area and then using Command strips to attach the towel bar, but the OP is hesitant to add another material to mount.
• Heavy-duty suction cups are suggested by several users, which are specifically for use in high-moisture environments such as bathrooms, along with customizability of some hardware with flat pieces added to the back for adherence using Command Strips.
• Ceiling mount towel rack is suggested as are freestanding towel stands.
• Several users recommend drilling into the tile, but others recommend caution in doing this to avoid cracking the tile. Tips for drilling into the tile include the use of a masonry bit, pouring water on the drill point while drilling, and taking one’s time to ensure solid backing behind where you’re drilling.
• Other possible adhesives mentioned include high-grade clear silicone and alien tape.
• Individual suction cup hooks are also mentioned.
• OP notes that the only place to mount the towel bar is in the shower itself, as the shower spans the entire width of the room.
• Questions are raised about the usefulness of a towel bar inside a shower, as towel may get wet.
• Other hardware suggestions include grab bars with suction cups, handholds with powerful suction cups used for people at risk of slipping in the shower, and using heavy-duty 3M double-sided tape.
• Users stress the importance of keeping the tile surface clean and following instructions when using adhesives.
• There is general agreement that drilling into tile is the best option, but heavy-duty suction cups or custom adhesive solutions can be also tried with some success.

• The post on r/HomeImprovement is entitled “Towel hooks or shorter towel bars?” and is asking for advice on choosing a towel holder
• The original poster has a wall with two mounting locations for towels, but one has been patched due to a screw that came out over time
• They include a picture of the wall with markups indicating the previous mounting locations and the locations of the studs
• A user recommends an unusual towel rack they found on Amazon that can be mounted securely to one stud and can hold multiple towels
  • Karma: 6
• Another user notes that they have the same rack in their laundry room but use it for hanging dry cleaning
  • Karma: 2
• The same user suggests putting colorful towels on the bars to make it a bit more attractive
  • Karma: 2
• A different user suggests mounting a decorative piece of wood to the wall solidly into studs and hanging a towel bar from that point, emphasizing that the wood needs to be well-mounted to prevent damage to the drywall
  • Karma: 3
• Another user suggests trying toggle bolts instead of drywall anchors, and points out that they can be removed and reinserted in the same toggle
  • Karma: 1
• One user mentions that they prefer hooks to bars for towel drying, and suggest putting up decorative hooks instead
  • Karma: 1
• Another user recommends getting an over-the-door rack that hangs on the door, and using decorative hooks close to the shower for easy reaching
  • Karma: 1
• Another user notes the possibility of using a strap toggle to attach a towel bar to the drywall, and suggests that it might even be able to go into the previous hole made by an anchor
  • Karma: 1
• One user prefers to hang towels over a bar rather than on hooks, because they believe the towels don’t dry as well when bunched up on hooks
  • Karma: 1
• Another user comments on the practicality of hooks for drying multiple towels at once, but points out that choosing the driest towel is less efficient
  • Karma: 1
• Finally, a user recommends getting a towel rack from v-emart.com, saying they are very satisfied with the quality and that it mounts easily on the wall while keeping things in order

• A paper towel holder was built by a Reddit user and shared on r/BeginnerWoodWorking
• The user constructed the holder under budget and shared a photo of it in the post
• Some users in the comments section suggested that the holder could also be used for toilet paper
• One user asked about the type of joinery used to construct the holder
• Comments discussed the use of clamps in woodworking and how they can be expensive
• Some users requested plans for the holder to be shared
• One user suggested modeling the holder in SketchUp
• There were also comments discussing the benefits of shop cloths versus paper towels
• A few users made jokes about the use of clamps and the expense of them
• The subreddit bot added a comment thanking the user for sharing their finished build and encouraged them to share more details
• One user suggested cross-posting the holder to r/nextfuckinglevel
• There were jokes made about the number of clamps used and the potential need for more
• Some users complimented the craftsmanship and design of the holder
• One user joked about having a dowel rod jammed in the rafters
• A user made a comment about the holder being a monument to those with ambition to break down barriers and strive for greatness
• Another user suggested patenting the holder before posting plans on other subreddits
• There were comments about the simplicity and minimalist design of the holder and how it is a singular erection of function over form.

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