Command Strip Towel Rail / Rack / Rod

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I live in a quirky rental house, where I thought installing a towel rail in the bathroom was a given. But then I realized that traditional towel rails can cause damage and leave behind unwanted holes when you move out. That's why I designed a removable towel rail setup using 3D printed brackets, a large broom handle, and four command strips. To start, I chose my CTC Replicator 1 Dual printer with the following settings: no raft, supports off, resolution at 0.2 layer height and 0.4mm layer width, and infill set to 30%. I printed the design in ABS plastic, but you could also use PLA. I was inspired by command strip hooks, which have been around for a while now. However, I prefer a towel rail over a hook, so I came up with a design that combines these two ideas. Since my towels are massive and heavy, I created two rail sets to accommodate them. To assemble the towel rail, you'll need access to a 3D printer, a saw or cutting tool, measuring tape, four large command strips, and a 25mm broom handle. Measure your towel width and cut the rod to size, allowing an extra 44mm for the part that will sit inside the brackets. Next, mark with a pencil where the brackets will go on your wall, using a spirit level if you have one. Attach two command strips to the back of each bracket and stick them to the wall.