Introduction
While admittedly not the most exciting things in the world, shower caddies are an important part of your bathroom because they offer a practical, convenient way to store all your daily essential items such as shampoos, shower gels and scrunchies. But with so many options out there, it can often be difficult to decide exactly which option is best suited to your requirements.
A good range of choices
There are many different styles and sizes out there when it comes to shower caddies. You can choose from a corner shower caddy in both single or multiple tier options. A corner shower basket, in particular, is an ideal choice for smaller bathrooms. We supply racks from well-known brands such as Croydex, Heritage, Wenko and Coram so you know you?re getting high quality products.
Not only do our shower racks add extra practicality to your bathroom but they're also easy on the eye, which means you don't have to compromise between style and functionality. Shower caddies come in a range of materials and finishes, from classic chrome shower caddies to modern stainless steel shower baskets.
Are shower baskets easy to install?
Ease of installation depends on which type of caddy you're planning to fit, as there are a few different options. Freestanding shower caddies, for example, are much easier to fit than those that need to be mounted to the wall or floor in some way.
Freestanding caddy: A free standing shower caddy, as the name suggests, simply stands on the floor of your bathroom or shower. They are usually a good choice for smaller bathrooms where space is more restricted, as they can simply be placed in the corner of the room.
Hanging caddy: A hanging shower caddy is a doddle to fit; all you need to do with most hanging shower baskets is simply place the attachments at the top, over your shower screen, and you're good to go. You might see them referred to as an over the door shower caddy due to this.
Telescopic shower caddy: A telescopic shower caddy uses tension to stay in place between the floor of your shower and your bathroom ceiling. Telescopic caddies are not only easy to assemble, they are also extendable.
Twist 'n' Lock suction shower caddy: This Croydex patented method offers a unique way of fitting your caddy. It features a suction fix system which allows you to fit items to a variety of smooth surfaces while eliminating the need for any drilling. What you do is place the suction shower caddy where you want it, push the suction cup to the wall and then use the twisting motion to lock it securely in place. This means you don't have to risk damaging your tiles and the rack can also be moved to a new position with minimal fuss.
Screw-in: As these items aren't movable like hanging ones, you need to think about the best place to mount it first. You don't want to install one too high or too low, and you also don't want it in an annoying place where it'll catch your arm every time you move.
Once you've established a suitable position for the shelf, you need to mark some drill holes with a pencil, making sure they align properly. Place some masking tape over each hole in a cross shape before marking onto them where the holes will go. This handy little tip should prevent the drill from skidding on your tiles. Place wall plugs into the holes once you've drilled them and then carefully screw the caddy into position. Finally, make sure you put your screw covers on to complete the look.
Which caddy is right for my bathroom?
Getting the ideal shower caddy for your bathroom isn't too hard; you just need to make sure that you have enough room available for the one you're interested in and that you also buy one which has enough storage to house all your items. Other than that, it all comes down to personal preference.