Rust proofing shower caddy

[PandaBear]

This is the 2nd shower caddy I bought that rust within a couple years. I think they are chrome plated steel or low quality stainless steel. I would love to rust proof my existing one instead of buying a new one every couple years. Will CLR, powder coat, clear coat, lacquer, etc work?

Any one has a recommendation for an over the door caddy that is chrome or stainless that won't rust?

 

[JHZR2]

Look for stainless. Good luck because all that folks want is Chinese made ultra-low cost junk.

Actually, plastic is probably your best bet...

 

[simple_gifts]

Plastics, Benjamin

 

[CivicFan]

Originally Posted By: PandaBear
This is the 2nd shower caddy I bought that rust within a couple years. I think they are chrome plated steel or low quality stainless steel. I would love to rust proof my existing one instead of buying a new one every couple years. Will CLR, powder coat, clear coat, lacquer, etc work?

Any one has a recommendation for an over the door caddy that is chrome or stainless that won't rust?


Let me know what you find out. I have replaced a few chrome plated items. Regardless of its country of origin or price, they eventually develop rust.

 

[GMBoy]

Maybe you can spray it with clear coat?

 

[PandaBear]

http://www.amazon.com/Nameeks-Double-Sus...2221&sr=1-6

Chrome plated brass, but I'm not paying $318.50

 

[tommygunn]

I was contemplating something like that "Hammered" spray paint that Rustoleum makes

BUT, the idea is you gotta do it "before" it starts rusting

But yes....noticed WM now sells a "heavy duty" plastic one

That may be my next buy.....

 

[tom slick]

I had the same problem with rusting shower caddies, even somewhat expensive ones. I took the expensive route and remodeled the shower to add shelves.