Repairing a Towel Bar
- Remove the towel bar by loosening the setscrew beneath each bracket with an Allen wrench (or screwdriver depending on the design).
- Remove the bracket that is loose. ...
- Place one toggle bolt through each mounting plate hole that originally had a screw in it. ...
- Thread a pair of toggle wings onto each bolt.
How to remove towel bar with no screws?
How to remove a towel bar with no screws
- Identify the Release Tabs. In the absence of screws, you need to find out what’s holding the towel bar in place. ...
- Squeeze the Tabs. Gently press the tabs with your tool to release the tabs. ...
- Remove the Post and Bar. Once the edge is loose enough, tilt it to remove the bar and the post. ...
- Remove the Second Post. ...
How to repair a loose towel bar in your bathroom?
To repair this problem:
- Loosen the set screws under the towel bar and remove it from the wall.
- Loosen the bracket screws and remove the brackets from the wall.
- Insert toggle bolts in each bracket.
- If needed, enlarge the bracket holes in the drywall with a screwdriver, and insert the toggle bolts in the holes.
- Tighten the toggle bolts so the brackets are secure.
How to tighten a loose towel bar?
These are my go-to anchors for most applications with drywall
- Used for medium duty applications in the 50 pounds range depending on the thickness of the drywall
- These types of anchors add an anchor that will provide permanent threads to the application area and expand as the screw is driven into the anchor.
- These are my go-to anchors for most applications with drywall
How do you tighten a towel bar?
- Open the door part way.
- Set your screwdriver head into the slot on the small screw at the base of the glass knob.
- Hold the other doorknob steady with one hand.
- Pull the other doorknob out from the door.
- Loosen the small screw at the base of the second knob, as before.
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How do you fix a hole in a towel bar?
0:094:22Best way to fix a hole when towel bar is pulled from drywall - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI used an oscillating tool to do it it cuts out drywall really quick you can you also you can alsoMoreI used an oscillating tool to do it it cuts out drywall really quick you can you also you can also just use a razor blade or even a serrated kitchen knife I've done that too.
How do you fix a towel rail?
0:184:31How to mount a towel rail and how to repair or fix an old one. - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd we're going to show you how to put it up have a look over here. You'll see these little guysMoreAnd we're going to show you how to put it up have a look over here. You'll see these little guys here you'll get something like this very similar to cover your kit. And what you actually do is
How do you fix a Moen towel bar?
2:023:28Moen Guided Installation Video: The Adjustable Towel Bar - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipFold the ends of each anchor together and insert them into the holes. Lightly tap the anchors with aMoreFold the ends of each anchor together and insert them into the holes. Lightly tap the anchors with a hammer until flush with the wall. Then insert the red plastic pin into each anchor to activate.
How do you fix a towel ring holder?
5:036:56How To Fix A Hand Towel Holder That Came Out Off The Wall - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd the protrusion is going to stick and mount right underneath that. So you may want to unscrew itMoreAnd the protrusion is going to stick and mount right underneath that. So you may want to unscrew it just slightly so you can position this if you didn't put this in properly.
Why is towel rail not heating up?
You may notice that the towel rail is not heating up and, specifically, the top rungs of the rail are colder than the bottom ones. You may also have heard knocking or tinkling through your pipes and radiators. This is usually caused by trapped air and bleeding will normally solve this.
How do you fix a heated towel rail on the wall?
1:004:36Fitting a heated towel rail - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipYou want the height of the brackets to go push the plugs into the holes. And make sure the plugs goMoreYou want the height of the brackets to go push the plugs into the holes. And make sure the plugs go behind the tiles so that when you screw the screws.
Why is my electric heated towel rail not working?
Standard element should be turned on for at least 4 hours. Thermostatic element should be set to maximum temperature and turned on for at least 24 hours. If the towel rail is still not hot to touch the element is probably undersized (there may not be an alternative because the next size up may be too big).
Why is my bathroom radiator not working?
If your whole radiator is cold it could be an issue with the thermostatic valves. First, check to see if the valve on your radiator is turned to the on position, turn it to the highest temperature if required. If your radiators still don't warm up, it could be that your thermostatic valves are stuck.
What is a towel bar template?
Most towel bars come with a template that makes positioning the mounting hardware much easier. The template may be a sheet of paper, or it may be the back of the box. In either case, cut it out along the lines indicated in the illustration.
Where is the setscrew on a towel bar?
The setscrew is usually located on the bottom of the bracket. Place one end of the towel bar into the bracket mounted on the wall. Loosen the setscrew on the second towel bar bracket/end piece and then fit the bracket onto the loose end of the towel bar. Position the bracket over its mounting plate and tighten the setscrew.
How to reattach bar brackets?
Reattach one of the bar brackets or end pieces to its mounting plate, tightening the small setscrew on its bottom end. (Skip this if one bracket is still secure on the wall.)
How to secure a loose bracket?
Secure it in place by tightening the bottom setscrew with an Allen wrench or small screwdriver.
How high should a towel bar be?
Though ideal height is subjective depending on the reach of household members who are using the towel bar, Greydock recommends placing the bar somewhere between 42 and 48 inches high.
How to use toggle bolts?
If you are using a toggle bolt, push the bolt through the center hole on the mounting plate and thread on the toggle wings. Drill a pilot hole in the wall that is large enough for the toggle wings to fit through when closed.
Introduction
Replacing a towel bar needs a guide because sometimes you can find yourself wanting to renovate your bathroom, replace an old rusty towel bar or have a loose towel bar. It could also be that the towel bar is small and you just want to replace it with a bigger one. Rusty bars lead to the metal sticking and not coming off easily.
Step 1 Towel Bar
Measure the length of your current towel bar to make sure that your replacement towel bar is the correct size and will fit onto the same wall brackets.
Step 2
In most cases, you can remove the towel bar by removing the screws underneath the bar holders.
Step 4
Place the new towel bar on top of the wall brackets and make sure that the bar is level.
Step 6
After inserting the screws, screw in both sides firmly. Your new towel holder should now be good to use.
1. Measure For & Buy Your Replacement Supplies
Figuring out the supplies that I needed was the hardest part – once I had them, this was a 10 minute fix. You’ll need two things – a replacement bar and spring-loaded end caps. For the replacement bar, measure to see whether you need a 3/4″ or 5/8″ bar and also measure the length that you’ll need and buy a replacement bar that is as long or longer.
2. Remove the Old Towel Bar
Now that you’ve got your supplies, it’s time to go to work by removing the old towel bar. I easily pulled my bar out on its own since it was too short to begin with but if yours isn’t, you can remove it by sawing through the middle of it.
3. Cut Your New Replacement Bar to Size
When cutting your replacement towel bar to size, it’s important that you not cut it either too long or too short. Here’s what I did – I put a spring-loaded end cap into one end of my chrome bar and then put that end into one of the fixed wall brackets.
4. Put the Spring-Loaded End Caps on the Bar Ends & Install It!
After cutting my replacement bar to the correct size, I put the spring-loaded end caps onto both ends of the bar and installed it between the two fixed brackets.
