is the rod itself metal or plastic? is the bracket that mounts to the glass metal or plastic?
1866588
The mounting bracket is plastic with adhesive strips like the cheapy kind you get for your dollar store air freshener disks. The poles are metal with rubber gaskets. They don't stick well, the poles are very short & don't actually hold up to the weight of lights that are supposedly the right size for them. I installed 2 on my 75 gallon tan; only about a foot apart. I did theexact same thing. One bracket has stayed for a few months and the other came unstuck by the second day.
842134
It mounts with adhesive. You remove the broken glass and mount the replacement in the bracket.
1754261
This one is plastic. I have had it mounted for several months and found it very durable.
1033583
The main rod is one piece. It appears to be chrome plated steel. The end caps are plated plastic. I would expect many years of rust-free service unless it's used continuously in a wet damp climate. It's dry as popcorn here. Seems to be holding up well in a guest bath. Solid mount, the drywall anchors are large screw-in anchors but are meh as are all drywall anchors. I managed to catch a stud on one side and used a toggle on the other. I would recommend and would buy again. Good value.
701262
I believe that it's fiberglass. I bought it for my 11 year old who loves it. It's a great rod for the price. Nothing fancy...
447549
I purchased this for my new bathroom. While it didn't include mounting screws, the rod itself is a standard metal rod. I ordered matching metal beaded hooks as they supply are just white plastic. Overall I am pleased worn this it.
1395095
The frame and brackets and the lock system are metal. The remainder is a hard rigid plastic that has proved very durable. I have had it in the truck for over a year and a half and it still looks new.
138058
rod is metal, ends are plastic. Unsure about rust issue-may be alright if no direct contact with water. I used in granddaughter's nursery-great for that-it is on the smaller size.
1923673
Plastic, there are metal pipes/rods, but they don't detract at all from design. The plastic feels high quality, and the door has held up well under heavy use.
2232906
I am not really sure. I think its metal...but its got a plastic feeling...may be coating. My husband thinks its metal. Anyway we love it. BUT it only comes as is. Had to come back to buy hose and mount to hang on. Be careful where you place mount. My husband and I had lengthy discussion about this. He hangs everything too high for me. Settled on a good reach hieght for me and positioned toward outer part of wall with spray facing in. He wanted to put the other way around which would have resulted in water going out on to floor. My husband is very handy but can't replace the womans perspective! I am not really sure. I think its metal...but its got a plastic feeling...may be coating. My husband thinks its metal. Anyway we love it. BUT it only comes as is. Had to come back to buy hose and mount to hang on. Be careful where you place mount. My husband and I had lengthy discussion about this. He hangs everything too high for me. Settled on a good reach hieght for me and positioned toward outer part of wall with spray facing in. He wanted to put the other way around which would have resulted in water going out on to floor. My husband is very handy but can't replace the womans perspective!
876704
No just the end brackets are plastic. The rod is metal. Read mounting instructions carefully!
605392
It's cromed metal. Very easy to install. Just make sure the lock lever on the inside is in the right position when you put the two pieces together
379070
The brackets on mine are metal, there is a plastic ring to protect your legs (I assume) from the hardware. They are right under the bracket, they serve no purpose other than safety though. It is very strong and steady. If it is plastic on yours I would call them, and complain. I wouldn't think plastic would last at all.
1891800
I think it is metal. I can tell you for sure this rod is very sturdy & stable.
1486099
It's probably plastic, but it has a convincing appearance of porcelain or ceramic. This rod has a general look of quality.
150113
it is metal....comes with a removable plastic guard that snaps into place. I've had one for years and never used the guard though.
1376346
Threaded stud is metal but mounted in a plastic base which broke after very little use on mine.