Caddies are notorious for falling, can be difficult to secure and often fall because the inadequate pressure within the suction cups. To keep the caddy from falling, you can try to reapply the caddy or purchase a mounting kit that will secure the caddy to the shower wall with adhesive.
To get suction cups to stick without slipping, choose a smooth, non-porous surface and clean the area thoroughly. Wipe the area with rubbing alcohol, then press the clean suction cup firmly against the surface. Leave it alone for 24 hours afterward to ensure a strong seal.
Use adhesive strips: Adhesive strips can be found at most hardware stores. Stick the adhesive strips to the bottom of the caddy and affix them to the shower wall. Use command hooks: These are solid adhesive hooks found at most hardware stores. Stick the command hooks to the shower wall and hang the caddy.
The suction cup is more likely to fall if the surface has any slight curves or textures since it could let air into the suction cup and break the seal. If you're trying to get suction cups to stick in the shower, try putting them on the glass door, a large tile, or on a smooth part of the acrylic wall.
Get Creative with Petroleum Jelly
You might be wondering why petroleum jelly is so effective in making suction cups stick. Because the jelly makes a seal between the wall (or tile) and the cup itself, the suction cup is able to seamlessly grip the wall.
Use Some Water
A little bit of water can do wonders for boosting a suction cup's grip. Using warm water, rinse the whole cup so it softens it up. Shake the drops of water off the cup quickly and then put it up on the wall. That can often do the trick.
Ordinary suctions may stick again if you clean them with soap and water to remove any dust or dirt. If the plastic cup has flattened out the vacuum will be weak and the cup's delicate seal to the surface will probably fail.
Temporary Shower Storage
The main benefit of suction cup storage is that it is typically affordable and simple to install. However, one of the cons of suction cup storage is that even the strongest suction cups can begin to slip over time, especially in a wet shower environment.
Clean the area where you want it to stick and the suction cups with rubbing alcohol. Then smear a drop of mineral oil onto each suction cup before you put it up. The oil will help create the suction it needs.
[Waterproof Design] There are densely packed long drainage holes on each shelf, which eliminates water buildup to keep the caddy clean and odor-free. These drainage holes really allow our caddy to adapt the humid environment of your bathroom or shower.
'Different shower caddies can be placed in different areas e.g. suctioned to the wall or hooked over the shower itself. Whichever option you choose, you want to make sure it is easily accessible when you're in the shower and to be cleaned regularly.
The pressure difference between the atmosphere on the outside of the cup and the low-pressure cavity on the inside of the cup keeps the cup adhered to the surface.
Clean the surface you are applying the suction cup to. It won't adhere well to a dirty surface. To enhance suction, a tiny dab of Vaseline or cooking oil may be rubbed on the rim of the cup. Press the cup all the way down, against the surface.
Discolorations from cupping will fade. Some may fade after a few hours while others take up to two weeks to disappear completely.
Wetting a suction cup makes it stick better because the water fills in the imperfections, and allows the small vacuum created by the elastic properties of the suction cup to be maintained longer.
It's really a matter of personal preference and space. A mesh tote can be collapsed to fit into a tight storage space better than hard side plastic shower caddies. You should also consider that often plastic portable shower caddies stand up better without falling over than mesh shower totes.
The Best Suction Cups To Stick To
The suction cup for shower walls will not let go or slide in moist or wet environments such as shower walls because the seal keeps moisture from penetrating and entering the interior of the cup.
When pressing a suction cup down on a material, tiny irregularities in the material's surface may allow air to pass between the seal. Wetting the surface fills these small gaps so that the air cannot pass through.
Boil the Suction Cups
The heat softens the plastic, which can help them adhere easier. You don't want to boil them for a long time. Remove the section cups after 30 seconds and pat them dry with a lint-free cloth. As soon as they're dry, stick them to your designated surface for the best suction.
Our top pick is the Simplehuman Adjustable Shower Caddy, because it's versatile, durable, and packed with storage features. It's complete with adjustable shelves, multiple hooks, and a separate soap dish. We also love that it's available in multiple sizes and options that can be hung over the showerhead or shower door.