#bathroom-organization

#bathroom-organization

The best over-the-toilet storage is one that can maximize the space in a small bathroom without looking like an eyesore. Whether you have a tiny powder room or a bathroom of epic proportions in need of extra storage, the right bathroom shelf can help you create a clutter-free, organized oasis. Transform this often-overlooked area above the john with thoughtfully designed shelving that keeps toiletries neat and accessible.

Don't underestimate the importance of a streamlined bathroom. I used to thrive in organized chaos and could find my favorite hair tie even in the messiest drawer. However, now that I'm older and wiser, I embrace the convenience of not only knowing where my stuff is but also making sure it's easy to reach. I have low and spacious bathroom cabinets, and while I love how big they are, I hate having to look for anything in them.

I learned about this game-changing hack during an initial visit to my mother-in-law's home. When I reached into her bathroom closet to grab a towel, I noticed there were no washcloths to be seen. Did they just not own any? When I unwrapped my towel, though, the matching washcloth was folded in the towel itself. This was a simple yet revolutionary epiphany for me. No more going to two different locations for my towel and washcloth.

The other day, I was walking around the city when I spotted a tiered set of serving bowls in a store. I'm not a big foodie, so I'd never really noticed them in restaurants or on dinner tables before, but this time, something clicked. Instead of imagining them filled with dips and snacks, all I saw was storage potential (similar to how I first saw double-duty potential in this kitchen drawer organizer and this hose holder).

I'm a really organized person, but I have one rule: Everything must be out of sight. That means you won't see clear containers or open shelving anywhere in my home. For a while, I lived with a couple of lidless trash cans in my bathrooms because that's just how a lot of bathroom bins are. I considered upgrading to foot-pedal versions, but my bathrooms are small, and the tight spots where the bins go just didn't leave room for them.

Repurposing an adhesive mop and broom holder allows for a creative and cost-effective storage solution for hair tools, keeping them organized and accessible.