
Vintage Antique Brass Towel Rails
Vintage Towel Rails That Bring Timeless Character to Your Bathroom
Introduce heritage charm with Buildmat’s vintage-inspired towel rails, featuring elegantly turned rails, decorative finials, and robust construction for enduring style in Australian bathrooms and ensuites.
Why Choose a Vintage Towel Rail?
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Classic Detailing: Ornate end caps and scalloped rails evoke period aesthetics, perfect for heritage renovations or adding old-world warmth to modern spaces.
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Solid Construction: Crafted from solid brass or stainless steel with premium powder-coat or lacquered finishes to resist moisture and corrosion.
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Easy Integration: Coordinates beautifully with vintage and contemporary tapware, fixtures, and cabinetry hardware.
Styles & Configurations
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Single Towel Rails: A single-tier rail accented by decorative end pieces, ideal for displaying one bath sheet in guest or powder rooms.
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Double Towel Rails: Two parallel bars connected by ornate stiles for ample hanging space in family or main bathrooms.
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Heated Towel Rails: Low-profile heating element concealed within classic tubular rails, combining nostalgia with modern warmth.
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Towel Ladders: Vertical, multi-rung rails that lean or mount against your wall, offering plentiful hanging capacity and a striking architectural feature, perfect for tall walls or corridor-style bathrooms.
Materials & Finishes
Antique Brass offers an aged patina finish that deepens over time, harmonising with timber vanities and stone tiling.
If you’re after something different, here are some other vintage finishes:
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Polished Chrome: Reflective surface with subtle vintage curves, pairs well with both retro and industrial décor.
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Matte Black: Non-gloss coating for bold contrast against light walls and classic tile patterns.
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Brushed Nickel: Soft silver tone with a muted grain, offering balanced versatility in traditional or transitional bathrooms.
Installation & Maintenance
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Secure Wall Anchors: Supplied with heavy-duty fixings for plasterboard, masonry, or timber studs to support loaded towels.
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Adjustable Mounting: Telescopic brackets allow fine-tuning of rail height and projection from the wall.
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Low-Care Upkeep: Wipe down with a damp cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners to preserve decorative finishes.
Accessory Pairing
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Vintage Tapware & Basin Mixers: Complete the period look with cross-handle mixers and gooseneck spouts in matching finishes.
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Robe Hooks & Toilet Roll Holders: Coordinate with matching brass or nickel accessories to carry the style throughout.
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Mirrors & Frames: Pair with ornate or bevel-edged mirrors for a cohesive vintage vignette.