12 Ways to Maximize Bathroom Space
Keep your bathroom pristine and organized with these tips
Sinks and vanity countertops often end up as the most cluttered spots in the bathroom. Achieve a clutter-free and well-maximized space with these easy must-dos:
1. Use side tables or shelves
An old side table with drawers or shelves can serve as storage for bulky items like bath supplies and towels. This is an excellent storage solution if you have a freestanding sink without a countertop.
2. Use small decorative containers
Placing jumbo bottles of lotion and hand soap by your sink will eat up precious countertop area. Instead, dispense them into smaller, more decorative containers to save space. They look better this way, too. A tip: you can use cleaned-out hotel toiletry containers for this.
3. Bring out the towels
Another space-saving way to store hand or face towels is to roll or fold them and place them in baskets standing up. You may also hang them on towel rods to dry. Don’t forget to place a little hamper for used ones nearby.
4. Use boxes and baskets for storage
Sturdy storage boxes are versatile in bathrooms—they can be piled one on top of another to make vertical storage, hide toiletries and magazines, and be stashed neatly under a sink.
5. Use clear glass jars
Cotton swabs and cotton balls look better out of their original packaging and placed in clear containers for easy identification. These are great for vanity tables, too.
6. Choose the perfect hamper
A double-purpose hamper with a tray or a simple hamper with a flat lid can be another extra surface to pile on your towels and bathroom supplies if you lack countertop space.
7. Choose pieces that go with your bathroom’s theme
You’ll always find clean-up kits below your sink, but they don’t have to be ugly. Place all your supplies in a bucket and keep everything else in a nice basket. This way your kit is inconspicuous, yet accessible at the same time.
8. Utilize holders
No space even for your toothbrushes? Hang them in holders attached to the wall with a suction cap. Your toothbrushes will also be protected from dirt and being stepped on.
9. Discard all unused or expired products
Regularly check your bathroom products and pick out those which may be unused or expired. This is not only a great way to declutter, but can also be helpful in getting rid of items that may only irritate or harm you.
10. Organize your essentials
A small tray provides a simple yet fun way to organize and store your most used items. Put your tray right on your countertop for quick and easy access. If you don’t have the space, a shower caddy can be a good alternative.
11. Install mirrored medicine cabinets
Aside from shelves, mirrored medicine cabinets also provide additional storage, while simultaneously making your bathroom look bigger than it actually is.
12. Invest in lighting and ventilation
If your bathroom has a window, it is good to leave it open during the day to let the space breathe. If there are no windows, use light fixtures that will allow you to move about freely and do your routines efficiently.
This story is based on a previously published article in 2014.
