Holder for hair dryer: features of choice

 Holder for hair dryer: features of choice

Usually a hairdryer is used in the bathroom. But in the bathroom it can come in contact with wet surfaces, which can be very dangerous.

It is very important to store the device in such a place that it does not get wet. For these purposes, there is such a device as a holder for a hairdryer. This is a trendy little thing that will decorate the interior in the bathroom and ensure you safety.

Features and benefits

When buying a holder for a hairdryer, you need to pay attention to what material the device is made of. It is best to concentrate on the holdersmade of stainless steel. Be sure to carefully purchase before buying a device to ensure that it is made of high quality.

Pay attention to the mount - the holder should be screwed to the wall on the screws. If you are afraid of spoiling the tile, you can fasten it to the inner side of the cabinet, which is under the sink.

It is not recommended to buy devices with suction cups or velcro, they are not reliable. One day they can detach from the wall and the device will fall and be damaged.

Advantages of the holder for the hair dryer:

  • Convenience. With it, the hair dryer will always be at hand and the interior of the bathroom will be much better.
  • Availability of purchase. You can buy the holder in any store for repair. Also, in order to save the device can be purchased in the online store.
  • Saves space in the bathroom. With this device, you do not have to allocate a separate shelf for a hairdryer in the already loaded nightstand. Attaching the device to the wall, the hair dryer will always be in its place in the zone of your visibility and will not hurt anyone.
  • Security. With the help of the holder you will protect the hair dryer from falling and from contact with wet surfaces, which significantly reduces the risk of short circuit or damage to the wiring.

Species

Today in the shops you can find a large variety of holders for a hairdryer, which differ from each other in shape, size and type of attachment.

As for the shape, the most popular are spiral-shaped models that perfectly complement the interior of any bathroom.

Fixtures also vary in size. Device dimensions depend on the size of the hair dryer.. There are holders of standard sizes, they are suitable for an ordinary home hairdryer. But for professional devices there are special larger models.

Also, the devices differ from each other by fastening. To date, the most popular are the standard models with mounting on special screws. They are able to withstand a large load. But not every bathroom has the ability to attach such a device, because when installing it can suffer expensive tiles or plastic panels.

But this is not a problem, as there are holders for a dryer on suckers.This device has similar functions, its only drawback is the limitation on the weight of the device.

If you do not comply with this condition, the holder may come off from the wall and the hairdryer may suffer.

Today the most popular wall standwhich has a flexible frame, for example, from wire. Having such a product in your bathroom, you will always have “free hands”. The construction can be mounted on the wall without drilling. Also it is perfect for ironing, necklaces around the neck or tongs.

Think, maybe you like a desktop design or a hanging version. The choice depends on the characteristics of your bathroom.

Color solutions

In addition to practical benefits, holders must also complement the interior of the bathroom and set the tone for it. The device should be suitable for the style of the interior.

Holders made of stainless steel are mainly available in two colors: chrome and bronze. Universal color for the holder is chrome.. Devices of this color are ideal for any color palette of the bathroom.

Holders made of silicone are available in various colors and are pink, light green, blue, white,black and others.

The color of the device must be chosen based on the style and color of the bathroom.

Materials

Holders are made from:

  • metal;
  • plastic;
  • silicone.

The holder for the hairdryer must be heat resistant and durable, which is why they are made of bronze, satin and brass. Then the metal alloy is coated with a chrome-based electroplating base. Devices made of metal, perfectly tolerate high humidity in the room and very durable.

Also holders make from plastic. This type of fixture is less durable and will last you very shortly.. This type is usually much cheaper than metal holders. Plastic models are attached to the wall using special suction cups, which under the influence of gravity can peel off and fall.

Holders made of plastic have a high flammability and deform very quickly due to contact with a hot hairdryer.

Today, hair dryer holders made of from silicone. This material tolerates high temperatures very well and is reliable in use.. Silicone is also an eco-friendly material.Devices made of silicone, do not slide on the wall surface and thereby minimize the fall of the dryer.

Silicone models are available in various colors and have a variety of shapes, so you can always choose a holder for a hair dryer that fits the style to your bathroom.

How to choose?

In order to choose a quality holder for a hair dryer, for example, under gold, special attention should be paid to the material from which the device is made. As mentioned earlier, the best holders are made from various metal alloys.

It is best to buy a stainless steel device. The holders of it are very easy to clean and they do not corrode.

Also note the type of attachment. It is best to buy fixtures that are attached with dowels.. Attaching the same kind of more reliable operation of the holder.

Also note the size of the device, because it may be too large for your device or vice versa.

Pay attention to the color of the device - it is important that the holder fits perfectly into the interior of your bathroom.

Installation

You can mount the holder for the hair dryer and the curling iron yourself; this work will not require any special skills from you. Especially if your device is on suckers. The only nuance that must be monitored is the lack of moisture between the vacuum and the wall surface. You also need to check that the air does not get under the silicone, otherwise the device may become detached after some time and damage the hair dryer.

For mounting holders made of a metal alloy, it is necessary to drill holes in the wall with an electric drill in which the dowels are inserted. It is on them with the help of screws you need to fix the device.

Before mounting the holder, it is necessary to carefully consider its location. The device should be located near the outlet. Also for ease of use the device must be installed near the mirror.

If you are worried about the interior of the bathroom and think that the device will only spoil its appearance, then it can be fixed on the inside of the furniture.

How to do it yourself?

If you like to invent something new and have at least minimal creative abilities,then create a holder with your own hands will not make for you much difficulty. For these purposes You can use a pipe splitter, an organizer for the office, old wooden boxes and much more. The most important thing - to show imagination in the manufacture of fixtures, and then it fits perfectly into the interior of your bathroom.

One of the most popular ideas for creating a holder for a hair dryer is a pipe splitter. For the manufacture of the holder from it you will need a splitter for pipes double, the bottom from under the packaging of CDs, a can of paint and superglue.

Algorithm of work:

  1. First you need to glue with the help of superglue the bottom from under the packing of CDs to the splitter for pipes.
  2. Then proceed to painting the pipe. To do this, it is necessary to cover the working surface with the help of old newspapers so that nothing is dirty. Next, go to the stage of painting the product. In order to get a rich color, you must apply at least three layers. After each layer, it is necessary to dry the product for at least thirty minutes. A long drying time is necessary for the best adhesion of paint to the surface of the splitter.
  3. After the splitter has dried up, you can proceed to the decorating step. It is best to decorate the stand for the hair dryer with beautiful stones. They will give it a certain charm, as well as add weight. The harder the stand for the hair dryer is, the less likely it is that it will tip over in any awkward movement.

If you have knitting skills, you can tie a stand with a beautiful pattern using a hook, and put some weight on the bottom of the stand for gravity. Anything, for example, a bag of sand or stones, can act as a load.

Also the pipe splitter is triple. If you make a stand out of it, then in addition to a hair dryer and forceps, you can put hairbrushes or other items of the women's toilet there.

See the next video for a master class on making a stand for a hair dryer.

Manufacturers Overview

The most popular countries-producers of holders for a hair dryer are the Czech Republic, China and Germany.

Czech firm Fixsen manufactures holders from metal alloys. Adaptations of this company are distinguished by exquisite design and reliability in use. The price category of holders varies from 600 to 5000 rubles.

German company Artwelle It also manufactures brass holders from a metal alloy - brass, which speaks of the excellent quality of the products. Brass is not afraid of water and resistant to high temperatures. The price of products starts from 2000 rubles.

Fixsen
Artwelle

Especially popular among consumers enjoy Ikea products. Large selection allows you to choose a model according to your own preferences.

Chinese company Aldabra manufactures holders from plastic and chromed metal. The quality of the device of this company is not inferior to their competitors from the Czech Republic and Germany. But the price of the holders of this company is several times lower. A good holder can be purchased for 400 rubles in the stores "OBI", "Leroy Merlin" and others.

Aldabra
Aldabra
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