I Was Tired of My Wooden Bath Caddy Getting Moldy in Just Months – but I’ve Just Switched It for This Chic, Rattan Mold-Resistant Design From McGee & Co.
It has all the visual benefits of rattan, but features a special weave to ensure it's bath-rated
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No tub setup is complete without a bath caddy. But for something that is such an essential, it can be difficult to find a design that is water-resistant and mold-proof, yet still visually appealing enough to elevate a bathroom.
A bath caddy is a real workhorse, used as both a styling piece and the single item that holds essentials while you bathe. I picked out a chic wooden design months ago, and while it looks lovely, I have noticed it's already going moldy. So if you, too, have been struggling to find a design that ticks the functional and aesthetic boxes, McGee & Co. has just launched the Pickens Rattan Bath Caddy.
Rattan might not sound like a practical material for a bath caddy, but this isn't the natural kind. It's woven with polywicker, which is durable, hygienic, and non-porous, so it can come into contact with water and humidity without worry of damage. Aesthetically, it has the textured appearance of a natural weave, making it a visually appealing addition to your bath setup. It's available in two sizes: 32" and 39".
It's not often you come across a bath caddy that looks good and is actually fit for purpose, but this rattan-look design is exactly that. You don't have to contend with all the gaps you get in metal designs (perfectly sized for a phone to fall through), nor does it encounter the same damage and warping as wooden ones.
It sort of takes the best of both designs to create something that feels truly elevated. And it's already receiving rave reviews, all of which are 5-star so far. 'This looks fabulous on my big tub. It is better than expected, high-quality, a substantial piece,' writes one customer, whose compliments focus on the beautiful quality.
For others, it's the size that truly appeals. 'It is the perfect depth to keep your drinks and bath add-ins and will be so nice to style with a candle and some salts,' writes another.
The design is one that feels really cohesive with the way people are approaching bathroom design right now. A quick glance at this year's bathroom trends, and you'll know that there is a clear shift towards warm, welcoming spaces that invite you to truly relax and unwind. And this bath caddy feels really inline with that ethos.
It's easy to get caught up in the beauty of this bath caddy, but the functional aspects are really worth highlighting. A bath caddy needs to be mold-resistant, and the polywicker weave (a plastic weave that mimics the look of the natural material) makes sure that it's fit for purpose.
Another thoughtful detail is the handles, which take the brunt of the weight of everything you store and display on the caddy. Instead of leaving them as bare metal, the weave has been carried all the way around. It's not just a decorative detail, but one that protects the edge of the bath over long periods of use.
For me, this bath caddy is one of the few that really meets the mark. It's a charming design that creates a beautifully decorative detail on your bath, but function has still been prioritized.
Whether you're striving to create a spa-like bathroom or simply want to find a bath caddy you don't have to continuously replace, this rattan design is the perfect piece. Rattan brings warmth and texture to your bathtub, and the functional benefits make it truly hard to resist.
