Anyone use this in a damp spot? Rust? I want to put this in my bathroom near our shower for towels and bathroom type stuff. Can't find anything SS
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Mine are in my laundry room where there is always moisture, and I have never seen a problem.
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I don't think it would rust, I would just be sure to turn a fan on or leave the door open while showering. It is really beautiful and I've received a ton of compliments on it. My only issue is one light keeps blowing. I've replaced it 3 times in just a few weeks. It's likely a defect, but it's up and I can't bring myself to take it down to return it. (would be too much work)
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One more thing, my bathroom is damp because we live in a humid area, no rust so far.
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The rack is made of metal with a dull black finish, looks like wrought iron, but I don't think it is because it is not as heavy as wrought iron would weigh. I have hung towels on it after showering, and it seems fine. Totally wet towels from laundering might take a while to dry. My personal opinion is that it's probably safe to use for towels. I don't know how it would hold up under long term wet use though.
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We installed in our bathroom next to the shower. Chrome has shown no signs of deterioration; however, it is not being sprayed with water. I would think that you could caulk around the mounting points. I don't know how well it will stand up to direct contact with water.
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I have this and I don't have a problem with moisture. It works great for me. If anything put a paper towel under it to absorb the moisture.
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I really like mine in a bathroom. Hadn't thought of putting it outside. I wonder if it would rust or leave a mark on your house- like a rust stain or something else. It's so pretty. Too bad the description didn't state whether or not it could be used outside. LM from Md
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Hi Rachel, our towels are often slightly damp to begin with, having been hung in the bathroom, and there seems to be no issue. That includes running consecutive cycles of heat sometimes. Of course, you'd want to wipe out the interior from time to time with a damp cloth and some soap to keep the germs at bay. Our towels, however, are never soaking wet. BTW, I iron my shirt and pants each weekday morning and during the colder months will put them into the warmer for a few minutes after ironing to keep them heated prior to putting everything on. A nice touch!!
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I've used it for months in my dish drainer. Clean, wet utensils go in it to dry. It's fine and hasn't rusted. Sorry for the delayed response. I hadn't been checking all my emails.
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We don't leave it in the tub all the time. After the shower is done I take it out of the tub, wipe it off, and store it in a spare bedroom. So far, we have seen no sign of rust. It really is a nice unit, very sturdy and easy to use.
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I have had mine in the shower for almost 4 months and have had no issue with rust. As long as the finish coat is intact, ie. no deep scratches or abrasions, I don't expect to have a problem with rust.
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I haven't had my shelf very long, but it seems to be very durable. Our bathroom, is very large and mine is mounted on the wall well away from the shower, so I know it won't rust there. But if you have it in a bath that gets totally hot and steamy, or close enough to where it might get splattered, be aware that it might rust. I like it because it holds alot and we can always have clean, fresh towels handy.
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I put this one in the kitchen but had a larger, similar one in the bathroom and had no rust issues. It did get dusty as moisture, powder, etc. settled on it but otherwise it was not a problem.
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We have placed it behind the toilet and it will not get it wet, so I wouldn't think it would rust. It is lightweight, but is well made and went together easily. Hardest thing was to find someone with a drill and a level to hang it, as I am totally inept at hanging things straight.
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I had the same problem. I bought this item thinking it's Made in the USA and won't have any problems with it. The thing got rusty after ONE wash. I only use normal dish soap, wipe area where my cloth can reach and then hang it dry on the dish rack. How do you guys take care of yours? Shall I just spray it with WD40? Not worth sending it back since I'm not in the US.
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Hi Larry, not sure if it would rust! Nice idea though, as long as it says dry--might work!
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I have a counter question, why would you dry dish clothes on this one :). I just got this a month back so not very sure whether it would rust. I do keep my little wet glasses on it. Will come to know about the rust in some time (although I don't think it should rust) :)