Soap holders for rented flats: no drilling, no marks
In short: In a rented flat you need a soap holder that stays up without drilling and leaves nothing behind when you move out. There are two ways to do it: a suction cup or an adhesive pad. A suction cup can be moved at any time but may come loose. An adhesive pad like Soapi's stays firmly in one place and comes off tiles and glass without residue. For your next home there is a new sticker for €1.
What matters in a rented flat
- No holes: drill holes in tiles are a hassle when you move out. What goes up without tools comes down without tools.
- No residue: the holder should come off so the tile or glass looks the same as before.
- The right surface: without drilling, a holder only sticks to smooth surfaces such as tiles, glass, mirrors or stainless steel. Wallpaper, woodchip, plaster and painted walls are not suitable.
- Take it with you: a good holder moves house with you instead of ending up in the bin.
Suction cup or adhesive pad: an honest comparison
| Suction cup | Adhesive pad (Soapi) | |
|---|---|---|
| No drilling | yes | yes |
| Hold | by vacuum, can come loose when it dries out, with temperature changes or limescale | waterproof adhesive pad, ready to use straight away, stays firmly in one place |
| Moving it | any time | needs a new sticker (€1) |
| When you move out | just take it off | comes off tiles and glass without residue |
| Best for | people who rearrange often | people who want a fixed spot, like a towel hook |
More on the differences in our magnetic soap holder comparison.
How to put up Soapi in a rented flat
- Clean and dry the tile, glass or mirror.
- Peel off the protective film and press the holder on firmly. No drilling, no waiting, the soap can go on straight away.
- Wet the soap briefly and press an ordinary bottle cap halfway in. The serrated edge grips the soap and the magnet holds the cap.
Soapi holds soaps up to 250 g, shampoo bars too. Most soaps weigh 80 to 150 g. The holder cannot rust because the magnet is fully enclosed in plastic.
Moving out: take it off and take it with you
The pad comes off tiles, glass and stainless steel without residue. Each pad can be used once. In your new home you add a replacement sticker for €1 and hang the holder up again. The holder comes with a 10-year durability guarantee.
Not just in the bathroom
Many renters use several holders: shampoo bar and body soap in the shower, hand soap at the sink, dish soap in the kitchen. The Soapi Trio gives you three holders for €24.99. In the hallway, the magnetic key holder, built the same way, holds keys without drilling, see key holder without drilling.
Frequently asked questions
Which soap holder is right for a rented flat?
One that stays up without drilling and comes off without a trace when you move out. Suction cup holders and holders with an adhesive pad both do this. An adhesive pad like Soapi's stays firmly in one place and comes off tiles and glass without residue.
Will there be glue residue on the tiles when I move out?
Not with Soapi: the adhesive pad comes off tiles, glass and stainless steel without residue. Do not stick the holder onto painted or wallpapered walls.
Can I take the soap holder to my next home?
Yes. Each pad can be used once. For the new spot there is a replacement sticker for €1, and the holder itself stays the same.
Isn't a suction cup better for renters?
A suction cup can be moved at any time, that is its advantage. But it holds by vacuum and can come loose when it dries out, with temperature changes or limescale, and then the soap falls. If you want a fixed spot, an adhesive pad is the better choice.
Which surfaces does a no-drill soap holder stick to?
Smooth surfaces such as tiles, glass, mirrors, stainless steel, acrylic and smooth stone. Not wallpaper, woodchip, plaster or painted walls.
Can I hang the soap up straight away?
Yes. The adhesive pad can take the weight straight away, there is no waiting time.
Read more: Soap holder for the shower without drilling, How to store soap and Soapi at a glance.