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CHOOSING TOILET PAPER HOLDERS

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT TOILET PAPER HOLDER

Installing toilet paper holders is one issue (and it will be discussed below) but the more important issue is deciding which holder is right for you. Currently the market is filled with a wide variety of options for your to select from.  More often than not, choosing  your toilet paper holder takes much longer than actually installing it!

 WHAT FACTORS TO CONSIDER

Some brands include the Austin which has a variety of collections, that will go well with matching towel rods, towel rings, hooks for robes as well as glass for vanities and much more.  The Austin collections give you a taste of both Southern and Western styles. If you have a motif bath, the holders will look great in your bathroom.

Dustin collections give you the choice the polished chrome, stained nickel, and many more. Their holders for toilet paper will blend with various styles of modern bathrooms.

Both of these collections will often offer discounts for online orders. Be sure to measure accurately though and note the measurements of your picks before finalizing your purchase.

MUSA has a more unique product, a dual roll holder,  it is polished chrome or nickel.  Italian designers exported these classics and they complement many modern designs as well.  Their towel rods tend to have a larger diameter than others, measuring in at approximately 16-mm.

A nice tie in is their dual soap dishes. Their holders can support shelves for items like tumblers or toothbrush holders.  The shelves which come in crystal measure about 10-mm. There are also woods and pure brass options to match your style.

 CHOOSING MATCHING ACCESSORIES

Keep in mind other utilitarian items can be made to be part of the décor as well, there are great new trends in commode brush holders and even simple corner shelves can be made to match any bathroom décor. Don’t forget hooks that hold your bathrobe, or smaller hand towel bars, soap dishes and even liquid soap dispensers.

DIFFERENT STYLES TO THINK ABOUT

Do you want an antique look? Consider bronze and brass accessories. These may require polishing but will give your bathroom a more old-fashioned feel.

Do you want a more regal look? Consider a design by Aranjeuz. These include chrome, and nickel and gold. The German engineers behind these designs have come up with a large selection of accessories to choose from for that more stately and regal look.

NOTES ON INSTALLATION

Installation will vary widely depending on the surface you are dealing with. Marble and tiled walls present more work than drywall. Granite may require professional installation.  Anchor locks will solve the easier installation issues, but pay close attention to the weight limitations as they vary widely.

Most items can be installed without professional help, but a second pair of hands certainly makes the project go more smoothly. At first be sure to plan out where each item will go. Consider available floor space when deciding whether to buy freestanding toilet paper holders and brush caddies. Some bathrooms have small footprints and wall mounting may be the only option available.

BRUSH CADDIES AND HOLDERS

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TOILET PAPER HOLDERS

Toilet paper holders come in all shapes and sizes. Some are for use with the tissue you need immediately and others are for holding rolls until you need them. These are also known as toilet paper caddies. Both types are now becoming decorative bathroom accessories.

 TOILET BRUSH CADDIES

What are the other practical accessories for the bathroom? Toilet brush caddies. The caddies are important because no one wants to leave the brush leaning up against a wall in plain view and often cupboards are not tall enough to accommodate them. Additionally, one is more apt to clean up the brush after each use if there is a holder right near the bowl to put it in after clean up. This will eliminate any foul smells that come from brushes that are left out in the open.

 CHOOSING HOLDERS AND CADDIES

Many stores carry a wide array of brands of holders and caddies.  Some are made of wood, others plastic and for the more elegant minded, you will even find ones made of crystal.  Both toilet paper holders and toilet brush caddies can be mounted or free standing.

STANDING TOILET PAPER HOLDERS

Freestanding toilet paper holders are becoming very popular. They provide protection for rolls waiting to be used, while having it accessible for those family members who struggle to be bothered with going all the way to the cupboard and unwrapping a new roll.

These standing toilet paper holders can be matched to the toilet brush caddies to create a uniform décor. In fact, there are whole sets now being featured in some brands that include:

  • 1)   Soap Holders
  • 2)   Tumblers
  • 3)   Toothbrush Holders

All in matching design. The designs range from the staid and dramatic to the downright whimsical, and can fit in the most rural to the most modern bathrooms.

Whether you are seeking polished silver or chrome or brass, there are numerous elegant styles. Animal statutes holding  rolls of paper on their antlers, Butler statutes holding paper between gloved hands, or funky wall art holding paper on rounded protrusions are just some examples of the available styles for the more quirky-minded.

 BATHROOM MIRRORS

One often overlooked feature when accessorizing a bathroom is the mirror. The toilet paper holder and the toilet brush caddies are not the largest pieces in the bathroom ensemble, they are generally the second largest. The biggest is the mirrors.  While finding the more quirky options discussed above may be more difficult, one can find a mirror to match any décor. If whimsical is your thing, consider an oversized frame or a colorful molding surrounding traditional mirrors. More bold color choices can tie in all the various aspects of your bathroom design theme.

Yes, these toilet accessories were initially created for sanitation and for convenience but as modern decorators have shown us, anything can be used to spruce up a room. It was not very long ago that designers ignored the bathroom as they put together  their interior creations. Nowadays with whole industries having been built up around quality time in the bathroom, think personal day spas and long luxurious baths, the bathroom is its own canvas for the chic designers.