Add A Touch Of Class To Your Bathroom With This Vintage Candle Stick And Towel Holder

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Whether you're looking to decorate your home like Bridgerton or want to infuse your space with a bit of antique charm, a wall-mounted candle stick holder can be just the thing to transform the entire vibe of a room. And if you're looking to redecorate a bathroom, in this wall fixture can even double as a towel holder. These wall-mounted beauties aren't exactly easy to find at the thrift store. But that's part of the appeal — you won't see them at everyone's house. 

These decor pieces looks fantastic in pairs, symmetrically placed on either side of a mirror. If you're lucky enough to find some of these pieces along with a mirror frame in a similar style, you'll be able to create something that looks really unique and intentional. If you're having a hard time finding one of these unique pieces at all, there are newer models available online, like this Zylbb hand towel holder. While not exactly the same because they're designed for jar candles instead of candlesticks, they're an affordable alternative with a similar look. 

This decor pieces works well in any bathroom styled similarly, but they're especially nice in one with a bathtub. This simple candle upgrade can turn a bathroom into a "spathroom" (spa-bathroom) for a relaxing vibe, with the soft glow of a candle reflecting on your wall. While it's tempting to leave these candles lit, please bear in mind that it's very dangerous to leave open flames unattended. If you're not in the room with the candle, it should not be lit. But for an equally safe and stunning alternative that can run throughout the evening, swap the candle stick for a flameless option, like the these battery-powered taper candles from Pillobox.

If you do choose to use an open flame, safety comes first. When you choose where to place a wall-mounted candle, the most important thing is fire hazard prevention. Avoid burning candles near anything that could catch fire, including curtains. Avoid any wiring or electrical equipment, including outlets and light switches. Finally, do not mount these on wallpaper, as heat from the flame could easily cause a fire hazard even without coming in contact with the wall.

Another consideration is height. You wouldn't want the candle to topple over as you dry off from the shower, nor should it be in reach of pets and children. So you'll want to place the candlestick relatively high on the wall. This might be counterintuitive, since you'll want the towel holder ring underneath to dry you hands. For the best result, place the candle at eye-level, where it's easy to reach the towel but not likely kids will touch the flame.

Assuming you plan to use the piece as a functional hand-towel rack instead of something that's just decorative, then you all want to make sure it's well-attached to the wall. It's always best to use wall anchors when installing these to make sure they're secure and not at risk of falling over at every use.