700mm Towel Rails: Single-Bar Options and Spacing

A 700mm single towel bar is a common size that comfortably drapes a folded bath towel without dominating a wall. Getting the mounting height and the clearance right is what lets a towel dry rather than stay damp. This guide walks through spacing and placement.

Why 700mm suits most bathrooms

At 700mm a single bar is long enough to open out a bath towel so it dries evenly, while still fitting the wall runs found in typical family bathrooms and ensuites. A single bar gives one generous towel its own space; if two people share, you might pair two single bars or step up to a double. Measure your available wall first and leave a little breathing room at each end rather than filling the wall edge to edge.

Height and clearance

Mount the bar so a hanging towel clears the floor, skirting and any nearby fixtures — around 1100 to 1200mm to the bar suits most adults, lower for a children’s bathroom. Leave a gap of at least 40 to 60mm between the bar and the wall so air can circulate behind the towel; a bar sitting too tight to the wall traps moisture. Keep it clear of the basin’s splash and the swing of the door.

Fixing and finish

A towel bar takes a firm downward tug when a wet towel is pulled off it, so fix both brackets into solid backing and check they’re level. Match the finish to your rings, hooks and mixer for a coordinated look. To compare bar lengths and finishes in person, explore the range of bathroom accessories at Just Bathrooms, a local showroom on the South Coast of NSW.