Towel Rail Pegs, Extra Bars & Accessories
14 years supplying UK bathrooms, est. February 2012. Free delivery on orders over £200. 5-year manufacturer's warranty on all towel rails.
Towel Rail Pegs, Extra Bars and Accessories — Get More From Your Rail
A heated towel rail is more useful than its bar count suggests — if you know what to clip onto it. This collection covers seven accessories that add hanging capacity, function, and convenience to an existing rail without any drilling, wall damage, or plumbing. Most fit any round-tube towel rail with a tube diameter between 19mm and 25mm and a bar gap between 10mm and 25mm — which covers the vast majority of ladder-style rails sold in the UK. Check your rail's tube diameter before ordering if you are unsure.
Extra Bars — More Drying Space Without a New Rail
If your rail runs out of bar space before it runs out of heat — a common problem with shorter rails or larger households — a clip-on or magnetic extra bar adds a full-width hanging surface at 460mm. Clip-on bars grip the existing tubes mechanically and do not require tools. Magnetic bars attach to steel tube rails instantly and reposition without leaving marks. Note: magnetic accessories will not attach to stainless steel or aluminium rails — these materials are non-ferrous and do not attract magnets. If your rail is stainless steel or aluminium, choose the clip-on bar instead.
Pegs and Hooks — For Smaller Items
Bars are for bath towels. Pegs are for everything else — face cloths, flannels, children's towels, dressing gown loops, or a hand towel on the bottom bar of a rail already loaded with bath towels. Clip-on pegs come in chrome, white, and black to match common rail finishes, and in slim and double-hook variants depending on how much you want to hang. They grip the tube without tools and can be repositioned up and down the rail freely.
Clip-On Toilet Roll Holder
A toilet roll holder that attaches to the towel rail removes the need for a separate wall fixing — useful in a cloakroom or small WC where every wall plug matters, or in a rented property where you cannot drill. The clip-on variant grips the rail tube mechanically. The magnetic variant (made in Italy) attaches to steel rails instantly. Both keep the toilet roll within the warmth of the rail, which prevents the moisture-related roll damage common in poorly ventilated bathrooms.
Compatibility — Check Before You Order
All mechanical clip-on accessories in this collection fit round tube rails with a tube diameter of 19–25mm and a bar gap of 10–25mm. These are standard dimensions for ladder-style towel rails. Flat panel radiators, oval-tube rails, and non-standard profiles are not compatible. Magnetic accessories require a ferrous (steel) rail — they will not work on stainless steel, aluminium, or brass rails. If in doubt, hold a fridge magnet to your rail tube: if it sticks, magnetic accessories will work.
For valves, bleed keys, and other service parts, see our towel rail spares range. For the full accessories range, visit our towel rail accessories collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these pegs and bars fit my towel rail?
Clip-on accessories fit round tube towel rails with a tube diameter of 19–25mm and a bar gap of 10–25mm. This covers the majority of standard ladder-style heated towel rails. They will not fit flat panel radiators, oval tube rails, or non-standard profiles. Magnetic accessories additionally require a steel (ferrous) rail — they will not attach to stainless steel or aluminium.
How do I know if my towel rail is steel or stainless steel?
Hold a fridge magnet against the tube of your rail. If it sticks, the rail is mild steel and magnetic accessories will work. If the magnet slides off or will not hold, the rail is stainless steel or aluminium and you should choose clip-on accessories instead of magnetic ones.
Do the extra bars need any tools to fit?
No. Clip-on bars grip the existing rail tubes mechanically and require no tools, no drilling, and no fixings. Magnetic bars simply place onto the rail and hold by attraction. Both can be repositioned or removed without leaving any marks on the rail or the wall.
Can I add a toilet roll holder to my towel rail instead of drilling the wall?
Yes. The clip-on toilet roll holder in this collection attaches directly to the towel rail tube with no wall fixings required. It is particularly useful in cloakrooms, small WCs, or rented properties where additional wall drilling is not practical. The magnetic version (made in Italy) works on steel rails only and attaches without any clamping mechanism at all.
What finish options are available for pegs and bars?
Pegs and clip-on accessories are available in chrome, white, and black — the three most common towel rail finishes. Match the accessory finish to your rail for a consistent look, or mix finishes deliberately if your bathroom uses contrasting tones. The magnetic accessories are available in chrome and are best suited to chrome or white rails where the finish is least conspicuous.
