Replace Your Old Towel Rack With An Amazon Find That Adds An Elegant Touch To The Bathroom

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If you want to make your tired bathroom look more luxe, you don't need a fancy remodel. No need to gut your tub and replace it with a clawfoot one, and don't even think about changing those cabinets yet. Instead, there are cute and elegant touches that you can add to your bathroom to make it look more luxurious, and they're not that expensive or difficult to install. For example, you can replace your old towel rack with an Amazon find that will instantly make your bathroom feel a little bit more like Versailles.

This is the Touch of Class Aldabella Scroll Wall Mount Towel Bar, which sells for $49 on Amazon. It is a 24-inch towel rack that is made of gold-finish metal, with intricate details reminiscent of an old chateau in the south of France. It also exists in a 30-inch model for $53, if you need more space to hang towels.

The chic bar is great for small bathrooms that don't have room for a free-standing towel rack, but it does require about 24 to 30 inches of space horizontally on the wall. This would look great next to a sink, or on the wall next to a bathtub or shower, so that you can easily grab your towel to dry off. It would also look fantastic in a guest bathroom to instantly elevate the space. However, if you have a large family or several roommates, a multi-rod hanger, like this durable Amazon rack for quick drying, might be better so that you don't hang towels on top of each other. 

Before you order this towel rack, there are a few things to consider about assembly. Unlike some models you might find at stores, this towel rack does not come with the mounting hardware. So, you'll need a drill, two anchors, and two screws. The anchors are essential to prevent the rack from falling off the wall, especially since damp towels can weigh a lot more than we think. And for screws, try to find golden ones so they match.  

Set-up is fairly simple if you know how to use wall anchor screws. There are two pre-made holes on the edges of the towel rack. Hold it on the wall where you plan to install it, use a level to make sure it's horizontal, and use a pencil to mark where both holes should go. Then, put the rack aside, drill a small hole where you left a mark, and push the anchor into it with a hammer. Finally, use a screwdriver or drill to screw the rack into the anchors.

If you'd like to lean into the golden and antique look for your bathroom makeover, try other pieces that you can add with a similar style. For example, this Antique Brass Towel Ring & Toilet Paper Holder Set from LSWYYP would pair perfectly with the towel rack. Another option is to look through thrift store for old antique pulls and handles for cabinets and drawers. Pair these all with some light pink or ruffled shower curtains, a fresh white towel, and a luxurious candle, and you'll have a bathroom that feels luxurious and old-school.