Quality Wall-Mounted Towel Rack
I always thought – is a wall-mounted towel rack really that sturdy? How many years will this towel rack last? Please stick with me for a closer look.
Here’s The Deal.
I’m going to be honest with you. I love this towel rack. It’s still strong, and I have not noticed much wear to the nickel finish. After years of use, the finish has held up okay.
It’s also super minimalistic in design, which drew me in initially; I love having something that blends into our bathroom decor instead of standing out like a sore thumb – like that large wall cabinet once was.
How Sturdy Is It?
Is this towel rack really going to make it 10 years? Yes, it just did today.
I’m happy to report that answer. I’ve had this rack for 10 years, and it’s still going strong! The best part is that it’s just as sturdy as ever. I haven’t had to tighten any screws since I installed it. The brackets or racks don’t wobble, period.
The weight capacity is 30 pounds – plenty of pounds. It can hold folded towels or clothes, and I’m a tall fellow – so I can stack it high. So, the load-bearing rating for this towel rack is good.
I believe it has held of for one main reason – rack anchoring. It has four anchor points from top to bottom on the rack itself. You are not getting a couple plastic wall mounts which you screw into the wall and then attach the rack. The rack anchor spreads the weight over a larger surface of the frame – allowing higher weight capacity. So, be weary of any towel rack that includes plastic mounts before your connect the rack, else it’ll fail over time.
Material and Finish.
You may wonder what steel has to do with a towel rack and why it’s so important. Well, let me tell you: nickel-coated steel is durable and will last long. It’s also easy to clean. Given the high-humidity environment, rust was always a concern. However, no rust formed anywhere.
There is only one area of concern which are blemishes on the top. It isn’t rust. I typically dust this with a dry towel but, maybe a cleaning chemical got onto to it. Either way, it is minimal.
And there are other reasons why steel is an ideal material for this project too! If you’re skeptical about if this is steel, yes – I attached a magnet to the rack and mounts. It stuck to it all.
Nickel finishes typically have a brushed look. I like this look, but it might scratch easily, depending on the quality. I am mindful of this, so I try not to put anything rough on it – only fabric. I do not see any visible or hard scratches to date.
Mounting Hardware.
The mounting hardware is included, but only some of what you need. It comes with the typical drywall anchors. Given that I wanted its position directly above the toilet, I encountered a problem. I located a 2×4 stud in the way. So, a drywall anchor would not work, and I had no matching hardware. I’m not picky, so I grabbed two-inch course wood screws and screwed those in—perfect fit and hold. Truthfully, you should expect this, especially when you want it in a specific spot.
Lifetime Warranty?
Does it come with a warranty? Yes. The manufacturer Gatco claims to have a lifetime warranty which was seen on the product’s listing. But, with all warranty claims, just read the fine print before buying.
Perfect and Minimalist.
I fell in love with the simplicity and functionality of this towel rack. It has no additional pieces to configure, is easy to clean, and makes your area look spacious.
FINAL Opinion
I love this wall-mounted towel rack, and it did last 10 years. It’s perfect for me, and it looks great in my bathroom. I’m so glad that I decided to give it a try! Give it a shot if you want that spa look or need something simple. Will this last me another 10 years? Yes.
