Towel Rails & Rings

Towel Rails vs Towel Rings: Which to Choose?

A towel rail is a horizontal bar or multi-bar unit fixed to the wall, designed to hold one or more full-size towels in a folded or draped position. A towel ring is a circular or D-shaped ring, typically positioned close to the basin, and is better suited to hand towels — it keeps a single towel within easy reach without taking up the wall space of a rail. Both types are wall-mounted and require solid fixings; stud walls need a timber noggin or fixing plate behind the surface before installation. For bathrooms with very limited wall space where even a ring is not practical, a robe hook offers a compact alternative.

Finishes and Fitting

Towel rails and rings in this range are available in chrome, matt black, brushed brass and brushed gold. Match the finish to your basin taps, waste and other accessories for a coordinated result — chrome is the most widely compatible finish; matt black and brushed finishes suit more design-led or defined colour schemes. Before ordering, confirm the wall fixing centres and any rail width or projection dimensions against the space available. Most models include all fixings for installation into masonry. To complete your basin area, browse Toothbrush Holders, Soap Dishes & Dispensers and return to Basin Accessories for the full range.