UMBRA
Black Double Towel Rack
This freestanding double towel rack, part of Umbra's Palm collection, holds two towels on parallel bars and includes a flat base that doubles as a tray for small bathroom items. The welded metal structure has a matte black finish and sits on a countertop without drilling or hardware. It measures 10 x 4.75 x 13.75 inches (25.4 x 12 x 35 cm), suitable for hand towels and washcloths.
- Color
- Nickel
- Material
- sturdy metal
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories > Towel Racks & Holders
Specifications
Palm Double Towel Tree is a compact, free-standing towel rack with a sleek nickel finish, made of sturdy metal, designed to hold two hand towels and includes a base tray for miscellaneous items.
Holds 2 hand towels, base serves as a tray, free-standing, eco-friendlier finish with 85% less water and solid waste.
- Color
- Nickel · gray
- Material
- sturdy metal
- Style
- modern
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 10 x 4.75 x 13.75 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories > Towel Racks & Holders
Additional Attributes
- eco-friendlier finish
- 85% less water and solid waste
- free-standing
- holds 2 hand towels
- base tray
- compact dimensions
- designed by Alan Wisniewski
- sleek nickel finish
- sturdy metal construction
Product Insights
The Umbra Black Double Towel Rack, a Canadian-designed sculptural two-tier palm motif by Alan Wisniewski, offers a compact 10-inch freestanding solution for two hand towels with a cement-weighted base ensuring stability and an integrated tray that catches drips and holds small items, all at $35 CAD—40-70% less than comparable brands—though its steel eco-friendly finish is prone to water spots and scratching, and the 13.5-inch clearance restricts use to hand towels whose ends rest on the tray, requiring careful maintenance to avoid chipping and moisture damage.
Verified claims
- Compact footprint
- 10 in wide, fits two hand towels in half the width of standard 18 in bars.
- Stability
- The cement-weighted base keeps the rack planted when towels are pulled and reduces tipping or sliding on smooth countertops, but the small footprint can still tip if bumped.
- Setup
- Freestanding; no drilling or wall mounting needed.
- Tray utility
- The base tray is an integrated drip catcher and catch-all for small items such as a soap dispenser, jewelry, or a candle, with a 10.25 x 4.75-inch footprint that fits narrow vanities.
- Material & finish
- Steel tray with eco-friendly finish is durable but prone to water spots and scratching.
- Towel fit
- Only hand towels fit the 13.5-inch clearance; ends rest on tray to catch drips.
- Towel spacing
- Vertical towel loops isolate each towel for faster drying and one-handed grab.
- Care
- Wipe the tray base and the surface underneath after steamy showers; dried water can leave visible marks, and scratches or chips can expose the metal to bathroom moisture.
- Design story
- Canadian-designed towel rack by Alan Wisniewski for Umbra, founded 1979.
- Sculptural form
- Two-tier palm motif with weighted base, integrated tray, 10-inch footprint.
- Price context
- Priced $35 CAD, well below comparable Yamazaki and Blomus holders.
- Base
- Cement-weighted base stabilizes the rack and serves as a catch-all tray for items and drips.
- Value
- Designer styling priced around $35 CAD, well below comparable sculptural metal towel holders from Yamazaki and Blomus, with an eco-friendlier plating process that produces 85% less water and solid waste than conventional electroplating and a matching matte-black Umbra accessory line.
- Original design
- Umbra, a Canadian design brand since 1979, offers the Palm Tree as an original design by Alan Wisniewski.
- Warranty
- 45-day money-back guarantee and 1-year manufacturer’s warranty
- Finish color
- The rack is finished in matte black, while a nickel finish is referenced as an alternative; the matte black finish uses a low-impact plating that produces 85% less water and solid waste than conventional electroplating.
Product record
- Title
- Black Double Towel Rack
- Brand
- Umbra
- Price
- 35 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 5 stars, 1 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
A freestanding spot to keep towels clean and handy
This modern, minimalist double towel rack from Umbra gives towels a dedicated place to hang instead of draping over furniture or fixtures. The freestanding two-tier design can be set down anywhere in the bathroom, so clean towels stay within easy reach.[1,2]
Handy spot for small everyday items
This black double towel rack includes a neutral tray base intended for placing small everyday items, so you can keep essentials close at hand in the bathroom. This is the item's stated intended use rather than a reported customer experience.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Black Double Towel Rack: Choose this if you want a freestanding, minimalist towel holder that keeps towels clean and handy without wall mounting. The matte black metal design has two horizontal bars on tiered levels plus an oval tray base for small everyday items, in a compact 10 x 4.75 x 13.75 inch footprint. Note the base sits flush on the floor, so it works best on a flat, level surface.[1,2] | Picket Five-Hook Wall-Mounted Coat Rack: Choose this if you want a compact, wall-mounted pine rack with an organic, minimalist look for organizing coats, bags, or jewelry indoors. It measures 15 inches wide by 6.75 inches high by 1.5 inches thick, offers five retractable hooks, and comes with universal mounting hardware in an easy-to-install design, in Black, White, Chocolate/Espresso, or Taupe. Note that each hook supports up to 5 pounds (2.25 kilograms), so it suits lighter everyday items rather than heavy gear.[3] | Bellwood Freestanding Clothing Rack: Choose this freestanding rack if you want a modern, arched wood-and-metal piece that combines hanging space with storage: it has a built-in rod, four compact half-round shelves, and a large base shelf for organizing clothes, shoes, and accessories in a bedroom, entrance, or laundry. It measures 41.5 inches wide, 15 inches deep, and 65.5 inches high, holds up to 55 kg total (10 kg on the bar and per shelf, 15 kg on the lower large shelf), and comes in one size in Black or White. The eucalyptus wood, ash wood, and steel structure is described by the retailer as easy to assemble, with hardware and instructions included.[4,5,6] |
Image Analysis
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Product
Freestanding double towel rack with two parallel horizontal cylindrical bars on a central vertical support and an oval shallow tray base; matte black finish and small white brand text on the base.
- Overall formFreestanding two-tier towel rack consisting of two horizontal cylindrical bars arranged in a T formation supported by two vertical cylindrical posts that connect to an oval shallow tray base.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.08 · w 0.62 · h 0.85 (high) - Horizontal barsTwo parallel cylindrical bars with slightly rounded disc end caps; one bar positioned higher and rearward, the other lower and forward; both have a matte black finish.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.66 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.22 · w 0.66 · h 0.20 (high) - Vertical supportsTwo slim vertical cylindrical posts rising from the base; one central post appears to continue up to support the rear horizontal bar.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.38 · w 0.07 · h 0.48 (medium) - Base trayOval shallow tray base with raised rim, finished in matte black; base sits flush on the surface and anchors the two vertical posts.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.72 · w 0.42 · h 0.21 (high) - Brand text on base“umbra”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.80 · w 0.11 · h 0.04 (high) - Finish and textureUniform matte black painted metal finish on bars, posts, and base with minimal specular reflection.
- Towel on lower barBeige terry towel draped over the lower horizontal bar, covering a substantial portion of the bar and hanging down past the base rim.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.25 · w 0.36 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Studio scene with textured vertical ribbed wall background, neutral tabletop, directional soft lighting from left causing soft shadow to right; portion of a white bowl visible at lower right.
- BackgroundTextured vertical ribbed panel in a light beige color occupying the upper two thirds of the image behind the product.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.98 · h 0.62 (high) - Surface and shadowSmooth light-colored tabletop surface with a soft shadow cast by the rack toward the lower right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.62 · w 0.98 · h 0.38 (high) - Prop croppedPartial view of a white bowl or basin visible at the bottom-right corner, cropped by the image edge.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.76 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Lighting qualitySoft, diffused lighting producing gentle highlights on the cylindrical bars and minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
matte black· bars, posts and base#1C1914- Overall formFreestanding two-tier towel rack consisting of two horizontal cylindrical bars arranged in a T formation supported by two vertical cylindrical posts that connect to an oval shallow tray base.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
The Perfect Solution
Exactly what I was looking for! I did not want a towel hanger on the wall, so having this on the vanity has been ideal. Well made and fits my style perfectly.