Ideal Standard IOM Bathroom Accessories

Look at the space you want to serve and how many towels you need to hang. The IOM range includes a 45cm towel rail for small washrooms and a 60cm option for larger bathrooms, plus a double towel bar if you want to hang two towels side by side. If you have a full-size bath or a family bathroom, the 60cm or double bar gives better drying space; for an en-suite or cloakroom the 45cm rail is usually sufficient. Also think about whether you want a shelf nearby, such as the 600mm IOM glass shelf, for extra storage.

Chrome is the hallmark finish across the IOM range and is very low maintenance, resisting rust, tarnish and scratches so it keeps a polished look with a quick wipe. Stainless steel IOM pieces, such as the 500ml and 800ml wall-mounted soap dispensers and some toilet brush holders, are tougher for high-traffic bathrooms and offer a slightly more industrial, durable feel. If you want a consistently sleek, modern look and easy care, chrome is a great all-round option; pick stainless steel for heavy use or where you want extra robustness, in a busy family bathroom.

A towel ring (available in round and square IOM versions) is compact and ideal beside a basin for hand towels, while a towel rail like the IOM 45cm or 60cm suits bath towels and gives better airflow for drying. A double towel bar is useful when two people need towels near the same area, at a shared bath. For practical layout, use a towel ring by the basin and a 60cm rail or double bar next to the bath to keep wet and dry towels organised.

Wall-mounted options in the IOM range come in frosted glass or stainless steel and free up floor space, creating a neater look and easier floor cleaning. Floor-standing brushes, such as the stainless steel model, are mobile and simple to place without any wall fixings, which suits a rental or if you prefer not to attach items to walls. For a small cloakroom you'll likely favour a wall-mounted holder to maximise floor area; if you want flexibility or plan to move fixtures around, a floor-standing brush is practical.

Think about how many people use the bathroom and how often you want to refill. The 500ml wall-mounted stainless steel dispenser is ideal for an en-suite or guest bathroom with light use, while the 800ml version suits family bathrooms or busy households where you'll refill less often. fit the 800ml dispenser near the shower to keep liquid soap or shampoo handy, and use a 500ml unit by a cloakroom basin to save space.