Bathrooms are often the smallest rooms in our homes, making storage a constant challenge. As experienced home organization professionals, we've compiled 20 clever, affordable DIY storage solutions to help you reclaim space and keep everything tidy.
These ideas use everyday items, require minimal tools, and won't strain your budget. Easy to implement, they transform chaos into calm.
Contents
- 1. Arrange storage under the sink
- 2. Store small stuff in jars
- 3. Use hanging baskets to keep things tidy
- 4. Use closet cabinet doors as storage space
- 5. Use a flowerpot to store the hair dryer
- 6. Hang a shelf above the door
- 7. Use a plastic cutlery tray to put toothpaste and toothbrushes in
- 8. Install magnetic strips on the inside of the medicine cabinet door
- 9. Store your makeup on this adorable magnetic board
- 10. Use spice racks to store beauty and makeup products
- 11. Use wicker baskets to store towels and toilet paper
- 12. Install wooden floating shelves above the toilet
- 13. Turn the bathroom mirror into a storage space
- 14. Add half a table above the toilet paper to save space
- 15. Create wall storage with old wooden crates
- 16. Give your wall a rustic and stylish touch with this hanging shelf with rope
- 17. Install several towel racks behind the bathroom door
- 18. Recycle old copper pipes to store your bath towels
- 19. Use small PVC pipes as homemade toothbrush holders
- 20. Create a storage basket out of an old pot by wrapping it in twine
These proven hacks will refresh your bathroom's look and functionality, promoting lasting organization. Here's how:
1. Arrange storage under the sink
Simple boards, nails, a plastic bin, and baskets create custom under-sink organization. The clutter vanishes, leaving everything neatly sorted.
2. Store small stuff in jars
Repurpose empty jars with a coat of acrylic paint for vibrant storage of cotton pads, makeup brushes, or swabs.
3. Use hanging baskets to keep things tidy
Hanging plastic racks and baskets instantly declutter towels and essentials.
4. Use closet cabinet doors as storage space
Adhesive pockets on cabinet doors discreetly hold makeup and toothbrushes.
5. Use a flowerpot to store the hair dryer
Repurpose a hanging flowerpot for hair tools—stylish and space-efficient.
6. Hang a shelf above the door
A shelf over the door discreetly stores towels or toilet paper rolls.
7. Use a plastic cutlery tray to put toothpaste and toothbrushes in
A drawer tray keeps brushes and paste hygienic, easy to clean, and affordable.
8. Install magnetic strips on the inside of the medicine cabinet door
Quick-install magnetic strips corral bobby pins and clips effortlessly.
9. Store your makeup on this adorable magnetic board
Build with a frame, magnets on tins, and adhesive sheets for palette perfection.
10. Use spice racks to store beauty and makeup products
Spice racks reinvented hold shampoos and styling products for under 13 euros.
11. Use wicker baskets to store towels and toilet paper
Wicker baskets tame small towels and rolls with rustic charm.
12. Install wooden floating shelves above the toilet
Floating shelves utilize overlooked space for essentials and decor.
13. Turn the bathroom mirror into a storage space
Cabinet mirrors conceal jewelry and bottles, mounting easily.
14. Add half a table above the toilet paper to save space
A half-table over the dispenser is ideal for tiny toilets.
15. Create wall storage with old wooden crates
Mount salvaged crates on brackets for custom, unique shelving.
16. Give your wall a rustic and stylish touch with this hanging shelf with rope
DIY with planks and rope: drill, thread, knot for stability—or buy ready-made.
17. Install several towel racks behind the bathroom door
Door-mounted racks maximize hidden space; no-drill options available.
18. Recycle old copper pipes to store your bath towels
Weld pipes for industrial chic—or opt for vintage alternatives.
19. Use small PVC pipes as homemade toothbrush holders
Repurpose PVC scraps on doors for practical toothbrush slots.
20. Create a storage basket out of an old pot by wrapping it in string
Glue twine to an old pot for a hotel-like towel basket.
