The team found the solution in a synthetic rubber that proved to be better at attaching to different surfaces and filling out any unevenness so that air can’t get in. “We tried the suction cups with the new material, both in a test lab and in peoples homes, to make sure that a stable vacuum is created and that the suction cups stay where you want them.”
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TISKEN Towel rack with suction cup, white
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TISKEN
203.812.87TISKEN series puts things within easy reach without having to drill any holes into your walls. The tight-grip suction cups won’t let go of smooth surfaces like glass or tiles – unless you want them to.
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You can adjust the towel rack to your needs as it is extendable.
One push assembly - clean the wall surface and push to attach. No tools are needed.
To release and remove, insert a credit card (or similar) between the suction cup and the wall. No ugly holes or marks are left behind.
The suction cups have a tight grip on smooth surfaces like glass or tiles.
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IKEA of Sweden
Reviews
Quality just not thereJeaneneI have bought many of these over the years and I have to say the quality of these is terrible compared to the previous ones I have bought. It helps if the lengthening button actually stay in place to secure the rail. I would have once highly recommended, not now.
RailAsEasy to attach. Great solution
Great Suction for Caravan TowelsKellyUsing in caravan with no complaints.
Terrible RhettPossibly the first really bad item I've bought from Ikea. Ill fitting parts, refuses to stick to the tiles.
expandable towel railJillFits a teatowel and handtowel on the rail attached to the fridge so keeps them handy and tidy.
Sticky suctionJulieGood but can take some time getting the bond right
BathroomJulieI’m surprised how much weight this can hold. I can move it around as well so it’s a win.
Tisken Towel RailTinaThe perfect towel rail for renters. Sticks really well to tiles and glass. I have 2 towels on this rail easily when they are folded in half. Holds the weight also when they are wet. They look really smart been a matt white. Would buy again.
Good for caravanChristinaWorks well in our caravan. Occasionally falls off, that might just be a caravan issue!
Not a fan. Suction cups don't stick. Terrible. AnnaOne side of the suction cup stuck nicely. The other side kept falling off. I did all the 'tricks' (warm water, ensure the tile was spotless and lint free etc) but it just kept falling off!
Instructions don't show how to slide the adjustable piece in and past the edge !
Tisken Towel Rack falls off continuously HildaThe towel rack kept falling off on one side throughout the day. Wish I could get a refund but not sure when I already threw away the packaging.
Faulty Design and Impossible Assembly!DeborahThe assembly instructions are not clear. Th pieces do not fit together. The suctions cups do not work properly. Very disappointing!
These look great and are solid DouglasEasy to install, big enough for a bath sheet, feels pretty solid on the wall and they look nice
Unable to assembleJonI've used the provided instructions and can't complete assembly. My wife who purchases Ikea products all the time is even confused why it won't fit together.
Towel rackSteveThis is a great towel rack for those that don't want to put up a permanent rack with screws and/or a living in a sharehouse temporarily.
Super easy to fit and does its job well. Highly recommend.
Great Towel Holder.KevinEasy to install & no need to drill the wall. Stays on and doesn't fall at all with towel on it.
Excellent product!JosephineExcellent product which works exactly what I'm looking for.
Hopefully would have a matte black version soon.
No suctionClaireDespite multiple attempts, the suction cups simply do not work.
Easy to assemble and stableEvanSimple instructions and great suction and adhesion to tiles and glass surfaces
Exactly what I wanted!MikyungEasy to assemble, simple design, easy to install, able to adjust the length, and sturdy!
Exactly what I wanted!
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Better grip for flexible storage
The moveable suction cup is a smart wall mount for flexible bathroom storage. The only problem is that it can come off after a while. Suddenly you hear a thump in the bathroom, and the shampoo bottle is on the floor. So, how do you make the suction cup attach better? Product developer Kristofer Adsegård and his colleagues – responsible for TISKEN bathroom series – wanted to find out.
Kristofer and the team started by studying in detail how a suction cup works. “It attaches because there’s a vacuum between the suction cup and the surface. But, if air comes in, the vacuum breaks and plop – your hanger comes off. It can be something small, like dirt and limescale on the wall, or tiny irregularities on the tile that eventually let air in,” says Kristofer.
Rubber that seals tight
The suction cup becomes like new again
To make your TISKEN bathroom series last longer, it’s important to handle the suction cups right. Kristofer explains that you shouldn’t pull the hook or other parts to make them come off, since it can damage the grip. “To release the vacuum, it’s better to use your bank card, or some other plastic card, between the suction cup and the wall. And, if you put the suction cup in water near boiling point for a few minutes, and then air dry it, it will become almost like new again.”
Function solution
Better grip for flexible storage
Why do suction cups come off the wall after a while? That fact made us so frustrated that we detail studied the vacuum technique. We noticed that barely visible dirt or limescale breaks the vacuum seal, even on smooth tile walls. So, for TISKEN bathroom series we looked for a new rubber material that seals better and fills out small uneven spots on the wall. Now you don’t have to wake up in the middle of the night from the sound of the shampoo bottle thumping on the floor.
Material
Bathrooms can get wet…very wet!
We know how important it is to design the right furniture for different types of bathrooms. That’s why many of our bathroom storage units and accessories are made of plastic – perfectly suited for shower/bath spaces. Choose from VESKEN, TISKEN and BOLMEN series for a functional bathroom with extra storage – where you can bathe, shower and splash as much as you like, without worrying about exposing your furniture to too much water.