Anyone have/know of a good towel tree?

[Brookenstein]

I'm trying to find a good towel tree that isn't terribly expensive.  I need something with a solid base as it will be on grass or possibly on a brick stepping stone or crushed rock if I pull up the sod where it is.  I've seen some ugly cheap white ones and don't care for those.  I know in the summer time I've seen some at Target in redwood color, but haven't been able to find anything now.  Overstock has a chome one or about $60 that says it is weather resistant, but I'm still nervous about putting it outdoors.

Any ideas?

[Tman122]

Go to your local welding shop and have them weld one together for you. Then clean it all up and spray clear coat on it. I made my own out of pipe and big bolts and it's heavy, but I have a welder.

[salesdvl]

We used to sell one that was white PVC and stuck into a weighted base.  To make it more stable tho, I would put it in a cheap umbrella base.

[wmccall]

We use Sheperd's hooks available at any home/garden store. They weather the elements pretty well.  If you get them at Lowe's lookk for ones made in the US, not the ones they sell from China.

[jdheffer]

I'm trying to find a good towel tree that isn't terribly expensive.  I need something with a solid base as it will be on grass or possibly on a brick stepping stone or crushed rock if I pull up the sod where it is.  I've seen some ugly cheap white ones and don't care for those.  I know in the summer time I've seen some at Target in redwood color, but haven't been able to find anything now.  Overstock has a chome one or about $60 that says it is weather resistant, but I'm still nervous about putting it outdoors.

Any ideas?

I've been looking all over the net today for the same thing.  The one on overstock is the nicest one I have found for a reasonable price.  There are plenty of the white ones made from plastic, but I don't like the look.   There is an outdoor metal spa tree that is okay, it is on a number of sites, including hot springs.  It is pretty plain though and doesn't really have a base.

[lawdawgva]

 Here's a nice looking, sturdy, yet inexpensive option 1- 4"x4"x10' pressure treated ($10.00), 4 large robe hooks ($16.00), 1 bag of quickrete to set in ground ($3.00), finial to finish the top of the post ($8.00) and as an option if you don't want to dig a hole to sink the post into you can buy a 6' section of 2"x6" and cut it into 4 18" pieces which can be attached to each side of the bottom of the post to make legs kind of like a hall tree.  Of course if you go the "legs" route you might want to get a shorter 4x4 and you can also round the end of the legs with a jigsaw so they're a little more decorative.

This is a great set up because you can stain it to match your tub or anything else and with your choice of robe hook finishes and sizes you can make it as personal as you want to your tastes.  Total cost less than $40.00 and shouldn't take you more than a few hours to do....even if you know nothing about wood working.

-Sarge

[Chas]

We sell one from 'Hanamint' furnitur. It is about $180 or so, which isn't exactly cheap - however it is aluminum with a baked finish, so rust will not be an issue. It has a big cast iron disk hidden inside the base, so blowing around won't be an issue. I comes in several colors.

Here is an image of it and a few other items from the same company. Not a very good picture I'm afraid. It is over 50" tall, and the base is pretty big. The picture makes it look tiny.

[bulmer4nc]

I bought an unfinished coat rack from an unfinished wood furniture store for about $20.  I primed and painted it with a couple of coats of my outdoor trip paint and it works perfectly.  I've got is sitting right next to the steps getting in/out.

Ken

[Payton3485]

I bought ours from Frontgate. The cost was $195 but it is solid as a rock. We got ours in the bronze finish. It also comes in white. It weighs 23lbs and is all-weather constructed. If you do a search you can find it. It may be a little pricey but it will last eternity.

[Snowbird]

My hobby is woodworking and I will make a towel tree to match the steps.  The tub surround is medium gray so I will paint them to match.  I am planning to use ash since I have about 1000 board feet cured in a rack in my shop.

Of all the ones I have seen, I like Docs the best.  It follows the KISS (keep it simple stupid ) theory pretty well.  I intend to use his as a basis to make mine, but I will try to make it a little less "clunky" since it will be indoors.  The design he has would be good outdoors.

[stl-rex]

Arctic sells a cedar robe tree, for I believe under $100.  I can't recall the exact price because it was included in the negotiation.  It works for us.  You can see it in this pic.  It has four hooks.

[drewstar]

I purchased the white PVC one for our pool. It broke by the end of the season.   I can't recomoned it.

My wife picked up the redwood one from Target  and it seems to have held up well and is made a bit better than the plastic one.

It's great for dry,  FOLDED  towels. Wet towels are a bit different. The poles are not long enough for a wet towel to be hung out and dry.

[grahamtasia]

There is alot to consider when purchasing a towel tree.  First off is it made for the outdoors. Secondly, will it be heavy enough to withstand high winds. Thirdly, does it have enough hooks to accommodate the amount of towels you will be using during each soak. Also, appearence, price, warranty also play a part.  I mean if I am spending a few hundred bucks on a towel tree, I want piece of mind from a warranty and a company that will back it up. In my opinion, I would  not purchase one over the internet, unless, I had seen one that someone had already purchased. Getting out there and finding one that is best for you and your family is reallly the best way. Good luck in your search!!

[Gomboman]

Very nice Payton.  Do you think you can hang a robe on this without it hitting the ground?

http://www.frontgate.com/fg/pdp.jsp?prod_oid=3834287&showarrow=y&search=y&cursor=0

I bought ours from Frontgate. The cost was $195 but it is solid as a rock. We got ours in the bronze finish. It also comes in white. It weighs 23lbs and is all-weather constructed. If you do a search you can find it. It may be a little pricey but it will last eternity.

[grahamtasia]

As Chas was stating, a cast alluminum towel tree might be the way to go. Won't rust and heavy enough to withstand the elements.