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Bathroom hooks need to carry towels and bathrobes every day and withstand the humid air that comes with a bath. At Dims Studio you'll find a large selection of hand-cast brass hooks from Doing Goods, shaped like everything from flowers and animals to moons and hearts, as well as a wide range of wooden hooks from Wildlife Garden. Here's an overview of materials, motifs, sizes and placement, so you can find the hooks that suit your bathroom best.
Which material should you choose for the bathroom?
The choice of material should always come before you fall for a particular motif, since it's the material that decides how well the hook holds up in your specific bathroom over time.
The bathroom is one of the most demanding rooms in the home when it comes to materials, because humidity swings a lot throughout the day. That's why material choice is the first thing you should settle on.
Brass
Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc that withstands moisture well and doesn't rust. Doing Goods' hand-cast brass hooks, with motifs such as flowers, animals, moons and hearts, are therefore an obvious and safe choice for the bathroom. Over time, the brass may develop a light patina, which is a natural part of the material's look and not a sign that it's being damaged by the moisture.
Wood
Wildlife Garden's hooks are cast in natural, untreated wood and have a warm, organic look with a very wide range of animal motifs. Untreated wood isn't the most robust choice in a bathroom with a lot of moisture or direct water splashes, but it can easily be used in a dry part of the room, for example away from the shower, or in a bathroom with good ventilation and low humidity.
| Material | Moisture tolerance | Look | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brass | High, withstands moisture and doesn't rust | Glossy to patinated | Doing Goods |
| Wood | Should be kept dry, avoid direct water splashes | Matte, natural surface | Wildlife Garden |
Motifs for bathroom hooks
Flowers and nature
Doing Goods has a long line of brass flower hooks, including Posy, Lilla blomst, Zoey, Daisy and Elodie, as well as nature motifs such as ginkgo leaf, four-leaf clover and palm. The soft, botanical shapes give the bathroom a calm, organic feel and work well as a place to hang towels or bathrobes.
Animal motifs
From Doing Goods you'll find brass animal hooks such as a turtle, ladybird, giraffe and tiger, while Wildlife Garden offers a very large range of animals in wood, from pets such as dogs and cats to wild animals such as bears, elephants and zebras. Animal motifs are a great choice if the bathroom is also used by children, or if you simply want a playful touch in an otherwise functional room.
Simple shapes
If you prefer a more muted look, you'll find simple motifs such as moon, star, heart and bow in brass from Doing Goods, giving a calm eye-catcher without drawing too much attention away from the rest of the bathroom's decor.
| Motif type | Examples | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Flowers and nature | Posy, Zoey, Daisy, ginkgo, four-leaf clover | A calm, organic bathroom |
| Animals | Turtle, giraffe, tiger, dog, bear | Family bathrooms and kids' bathrooms |
| Simple shapes | Moon, star, heart, bow | A minimalist, grown-up look |
Placement and mounting
Good planning of the placement makes the hooks more practical day to day and also extends their lifespan, since it avoids unnecessary exposure to moisture.
Where the hook sits matters just as much as the material. A hook placed too close to the shower gets constant water splashes, while a hook placed too high or too low becomes impractical in daily use.
- Place the hooks at eye level or a little above, typically around 160-170 centimetres, so a large towel can hang freely without touching the floor.
- Keep a good distance from the shower or bathtub, so the hook and whatever's hanging on it aren't hit directly by water.
- Spread several hooks out with gaps rather than one long row, so towels dry faster.
- Mount the hooks in a tile-drilled hole with wall plugs designed for tiles, so they sit securely.
Sizes: from towel to bathrobe
Always choose the size based on what the hook will be used for day to day, rather than just the motif, so you avoid a heavy towel or bathrobe pulling a too-delicate hook out of shape over time.
The size of the hook should match what it needs to carry. Smaller hooks around 4 to 6 centimetres are suited to towels and washcloths, while larger hooks at 8 to 12 centimetres are better for bathrobes, heavy towels or several layers at once.
| Size | Best for |
|---|---|
| Small hooks (4-6 cm) | Towels, washcloths, kids' towels |
| Medium hooks (6-8 cm) | Bath towels, kids' bathrobes |
| Large hooks (8-12 cm) | Bathrobes, large towels, several layers at once |
The brands behind our bathroom hooks
Both brands have their own take on the design language, and together they cover both the practical need for moisture resistance and the desire for a personal, decorative look in the bathroom.
Doing Goods
Doing Goods supplies the majority of the brass hooks suited to the bathroom. The brand is known for hand-cast figures with quirky details, often inspired by flowers, animals and nature, and the brass makes them resilient to humid air.
Wildlife Garden
Wildlife Garden contributes a very wide range of animal hooks in natural wood. They work best in the dry part of the bathroom, or in a bathroom with good ventilation and limited moisture, where their warm, organic look really comes into its own.
| Brand | Material | Moisture suitability | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doing Goods | Brass | High | Hooks close to shower and bathtub |
| Wildlife Garden | Wood | Limited | Dry zones with good ventilation |
How to choose the right hook for your bathroom
| Situation | Our recommendation |
|---|---|
| The bathroom has a lot of moisture and poor ventilation | Choose brass hooks from Doing Goods, which withstand moisture well |
| You want a playful, kid-friendly bathroom | Animal motifs such as a turtle or ladybird in brass, or animals in wood from Wildlife Garden in the dry zone |
| You want a calm, grown-up look | Simple shapes such as moon or star in brass |
| The hooks need to carry bathrobes | Choose a larger brass hook at 8-12 cm |
| You have a guest bathroom with low humidity | A wooden hook from Wildlife Garden can easily be used here |
| You want to combine several motifs | Mix flower and animal motifs in brass for a personal look |
How to keep the hooks looking good in a humid bathroom
- Wipe the brass hooks with a soft, dry cloth now and then to keep the surface clean.
- A light patina on the brass over time is normal and doesn't change how it functions.
- Make sure the bathroom is well ventilated, both for the hooks' sake and the room as a whole.
- Don't leave wet towels hanging on a wooden hook for long, as moisture can seep into the untreated wood.
Hooks as part of the bathroom's overall decor
The hooks are rarely the only detail in a bathroom, and it's worth thinking of them together with the rest of the room's textiles and storage. A towel hook can usefully be placed to support a fixed routine, for example one hook per family member, so everyone knows where their own towel hangs. That makes the bathroom easier to keep tidy and reduces the need to leave wet towels elsewhere in the home.
Also consider how the hooks interact with any shelves, mirrors or cabinets in the room. A hook right next to a mirror is handy for a bathrobe you've just taken off, while a hook closer to the door is a natural spot for the towel you grab last on your way out.
Hooks for the whole family's bathroom
In a family bathroom it's often practical to mount several hooks at different heights, so both adults and children can easily reach their own towel. Choose a kid-friendly motif, such as one of Doing Goods' animal hooks, for the lower hooks, while the adults' towels can hang on a more muted hook at the usual height. That way, the hooks become not just a practical solution but also part of the bathroom's personal look.
If the bathroom has several functions, for example both a shower area and a bathing area for children, it can be a good idea to place the most moisture-sensitive hooks, such as any wooden hook, furthest from the actual water source, while the brass hooks can sit closer without issue.
How to style the hooks in the bathroom
Because the bathroom is often one of the smallest rooms in the home, even a single detail like a hook can make a big difference to the overall look. Choose hooks that work well with the bathroom's other fittings and fixtures. If you already have a sink or shower with brass details, brass hooks from Doing Goods will reinforce the consistent look, while a bathroom in chrome or steel can use brass's warm colour as a deliberate contrast.
If you want a theme, you can let a single motif recur across several hooks, for example several flower hooks from the same series, or vary between two or three different animals if you want the bathroom to feel more playful. A simple, calm shape like the moon or the star works well if you'd rather draw attention to the towels and colours in the room than to the hook itself.
Hooks for guest bathrooms and kids' bathrooms
A guest bathroom typically has less humidity than the daily shower bathroom, because it's used briefly and less often exposed to direct water splashes. Here you can therefore allow yourself a little more freedom in material choice, and a single wooden hook from Wildlife Garden can easily work as a decorative eye-catcher while also being practical for a towel or a bag.
In a kids' bathroom, it's a good idea to think in two levels. Place one or two hooks at kids' height, so they can reach their own towel, and add one or more hooks at normal height for the adults. Animal motifs from both Doing Goods and Wildlife Garden are a great choice for the children's hooks, while the adults' can be kept in a calmer look with simple shapes or flowers.
Maintenance through the seasons
Humidity in a bathroom often shifts with the season, especially if the home doesn't have mechanical ventilation. In winter, when baths are often more frequent and longer, it's extra important to ventilate well after bathing, both for the hooks' sake and the room as a whole. Brass hooks manage fine without extra care, but a wooden hook can usefully be moved to a drier part of the home during a humid spell if you're unsure how well the bathroom ventilates.
In general, it's a good idea to check now and then that all screws and fittings are still secure, especially in a room with shifting humidity, where materials around the hook, such as tiles and grout, can also shift slightly over time.
Myths and facts about bathroom hooks
- Myth: All hooks can be used in the bathroom without issue. Fact: Untreated wood shouldn't sit in direct water splashes, while brass withstands moisture without any problem.
- Myth: Brass rusts in humid rooms. Fact: Brass doesn't rust and instead develops a light patina, which is a natural part of the material's look.
- Myth: Animal motifs only suit the kids' room. Fact: Many people deliberately choose animal motifs for the family bathroom, because they make the room feel more playful for both children and adults.
Frequently asked questions about bathroom hooks
Which material is best for the bathroom?
Solid brass is the safest choice for the bathroom, as it withstands moisture well and isn't damaged by humid air.
How high should the hook be placed?
Most hooks work best around 160 to 170 centimetres, so a large towel can hang freely without touching the floor.
Can the hooks be mounted on tiles?
Yes, with a tile drill bit and wall plugs designed for tiles, most hooks can be securely mounted on a tiled bathroom.
Can wooden hooks from Wildlife Garden be used in the bathroom?
They can be used in the dry part of the room or in a bathroom with good ventilation, but shouldn't sit in direct water splashes from the shower.
How do I keep my brass hooks looking good?
Wiping with a soft, dry cloth now and then is often enough. A light patina over time is normal and doesn't change how it functions.
How many hooks should I have in the bathroom?
It depends on the size of the household, but two to four hooks spread out with gaps between them are often enough for towels to dry quickly.
What size hook suits a bathrobe?
A larger hook around 8 to 12 centimetres is best suited to bathrobes and heavy towels.
Can the animal motifs be used in a grown-up bathroom?
Yes, many people deliberately choose a single animal motif as a personal touch, even in an otherwise grown-up, calm bathroom.
Should the hooks sit close to the shower?
No, keep a good distance from the shower or bathtub, so the hook and whatever's hanging on it aren't hit directly by water.
Are brass hooks a good gift idea for a new bathroom?
Yes, a brass hook with a motif that suits the recipient's taste is a practical and personal gift for a new or renovated bathroom.
Can I use the same hooks in the kids' bathroom as in the adult bathroom?
Yes, but it's a good idea to place the hooks lower if they'll mainly be used by children.
Can I use bathroom hooks for things other than towels?
Yes, the hooks can also be used for bathrobes, bags, hair ties or other accessories that need to be easily accessible in the room.
How many hooks fit in a small bathroom?
Even a small bathroom can often fit two to three hooks, if they're spread out with good spacing and placed where they don't get in the way of the door or cabinet doors.
Should I choose the same motif for all the hooks in the bathroom?
It's a matter of taste. The same motif gives a calm, uniform look, while several different motifs give a more personal and playful result.
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