Blutide Towel Rails

Twenty one rails from Blutide, split 11 single and 10 double. That is a range rather than a catalogue, and it is worth knowing the shape of it before you start: two lengths, 600mm and 800mm, in five finishes, with the shorter length carrying most of the choice. Everything here is a plain wall mounted rail, so this is a decision about length, depth and finish and very little else.

600mm or 800mm

The split is almost even, 11 rails at 600mm and 10 at 800mm. The 600s are where the Accessories 88 line sits alongside the plain named rails, so there are more items at that length even though the finish count is the same, and they suit a guest cloakroom, a narrow wall beside a basin or a second rail in a room that already has one.

The 800s are the ones to fit if a full bath sheet is going to live on them. A bath towel folded over a 600 hangs doubled and dries slowly, which is the usual reason people come back for a longer rail. The 800mm group is also the tidiest set on the page, with single and double both running the same five finishes rather than a partial spread.

Single or Double

A single rail is one bar and sits close to the wall. A double carries two bars on the same brackets and projects further, so it holds twice the towel in the same wall width at the cost of sticking out further into the room. In a family bathroom the double usually wins. Behind a door or in a tight passage, measure the swing before you commit, because a double rail is the accessory people most often have to move after fitting.

Finishes and the Rest of the Room

Rails are stocked in Black, Brushed Brass, Chrome, Gunmetal and Stainless, though not every finish exists at every length, so check the length first and then the finish rather than the other way round. If you are fitting out a whole bathroom, work from Black, Gunmetal or Brushed Brass, or see the rings, hooks and holders that go with them on Blutide bathroom accessories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes do Blutide towel rails come in?

Two lengths, 600mm and 800mm, and the range is split almost evenly between them with 11 rails at 600mm and 10 at 800mm. Both lengths are made as singles and as doubles. There are more items at 600mm because the Accessories 88 line sits at that length alongside the plain named rails, while the 800s run one clean set of five finishes in both single and double.

Should I fit a single or a double towel rail?

A double holds twice as much towel in the same width of wall, which is why it is the usual choice in a family bathroom, but it projects further into the room. A single sits flatter and is the safer option behind a door, in a passage or in a cloakroom. Check the door swing and the walking line before you decide.

Is there a gunmetal Blutide towel rail?

Yes, in both lengths and in single and double. Gunmetal comes from the plain named rails rather than from the Accessories 88 line, which is not stocked in that finish, so if you are matching a gunmetal bathroom start from the gunmetal listing and check that the rings and hooks you need are there too before ordering.

How high should a towel rail be fitted?

There is no single correct height, but most installers work to somewhere around a metre and a bit off the floor, then adjust so the towel hangs clear of the skirting and does not sit over a light switch or a socket. Hold the rail against the wall with a towel over it before drilling, because the drop is what actually decides the height.

Do these rails match the other Blutide accessories?

The Accessories 88 rails are part of a full suite that also includes towel rings, robe hooks, paper holders, toilet brush holders and soap baskets in the same shape language, so a whole wall can be done in one line. The plain named rails share the finish names with the wider accessory range, which is the simplest way to keep a room consistent.