Test result preview
The Wilford & Sons shower shelf without drilling offers a practical and elegant solution for storing shower utensils without damaging the bathroom tiles. Thanks to the strong adhesive pads, quick and easy installation without drilling is possible. The product is particularly impressive thanks to its stainless steel components, which guarantee a long service life. Another plus is the integrated razor holder on the soap holder, which also keeps the shower tidy. The adhesive pads are robust and can withstand a load of up to 15 kg. The adhesive pads can be removed easily and without leaving any residue, making the shelf particularly attractive for rented flats.
Advantages
- Simple installation without drilling
- Stainless steel
- Easy to clean
- Removable without residue
Disadvantages
- Use of plastic
The first impression
Packaging and contents
Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
Criterion
Remark
Score achieved*
Product protection
Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected
Points
Sustainability Packaging
Unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the plastic film protects the product components
Points
Package contents & scope
Three different shelves, six brackets for gluing, four dowels and screws
Points
Instructions for use
Illustrated, in German and ten other languages
Points
TOTAL
95
Points
Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
The shower shelves without drilling from Wilford & Sons are carefully packaged. The cardboard is sturdy and protects the product sufficiently. With regard to the sustainability of the packaging, it would be desirable to replace the plastic film with an environmentally friendly alternative. The product packaging contains two shelves, a soap dish, six adhesive brackets , four screws and four plugs. Illustrated, multilingual instructions for use are printed on the packaging.
Overall, the shower shelves without drilling from Wilford & Sons perform well in important areas.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
Criterion
Remark
Score achieved*
Visual appearance
Attractive design
Points
Sustainability of the product
No details, but use of high-quality materials
Points
Processing
Very good workmanship
Points
Stability
Very stable
Points
TOTAL
95
Points
Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
The shower shelves without drilling from Wilford & Sons impress with their visual appearance. The workmanship of the product is of very good quality, which indicates careful manufacture. The stability of the shelves is also remarkable and gives a solid impression. No specific information is available on the sustainability of the product, but the use of high-quality materials can be rated positively. All in all, these aspects contribute to a positive overall impression and show that the shower shelves from Wilford & Sons are not only functional, but also aesthetically pleasing and durable .
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
Criterion
Remark
Points achieved*
Ease of assembly
Very simple
Points
Stability under load
Good resilience
Points
Water resistance
Fully given
Points
Cleaning and easy care
Very good
Points
Removable without residue
Fully given
Points
TOTAL
98
Points
Weighting: 45%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
The shower shelf is quick and easy to install . The adhesive pads supplied hold securely on smooth tiles and provide sufficient stability for storing shower gel, shampoo and anything else needed in the shower.
The shelf showed minimal movement when subjected to higher loads, which is why we recommend additionally screwing the shelves in place for longer, higher loads. The appropriate plugs and screws are included.
The water resistance of the product is excellent, there were no signs of rust or deformation due to moisture. Cleaning is easy as the water runs off easily and leaves no residue.
Another plus point is the removability of the adhesive pads, which can be removed easily without leaving any residue .
The shower shelf from Wilford & Sons impresses with its simple installation and high-quality workmanship.
Test plan
You can find a detailed insight into the evaluation criteria of the practical part of the test and the distribution of points here. If you are also interested in the evaluation of our other test criteria, please read our document on the evaluation process.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
Finally, we analyse how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it?
Criterion
Remark
Score achieved*
Price / performance ratio
Very good performance in the lower price segment
Points
Rating cut
4.6 out of 5.0 on Amazon
Points
TOTAL
85
Points
Weighting: 15%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.6 stars. One common criticism is that the bracket can give way under maximum load. Many customers like the fact that it is easy to assemble and that the shelf remains stable. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the adhesive pads hold well but can give way slightly under maximum load.
Prices of up to €34.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very affordable products are available from as little as €20.99 . The shower shelf without drilling from Wilford & Sons is therefore currently in the lower price segment with a price of €22.99. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
Weighting
Score achieved*
1. packaging & contents
20%
Points
2. product processing & appearance
20%
Points
3. in the practical test
45%
Points
4. price/performance & consumer reviews
15%
Points
TOTAL
Points
*Themaximum score is 100 points
