Bathroom storage ideas
Creating an organised bathroom often starts with smart storage solutions. Whether you have a small en-suite or a spacious family bathroom, effective storage can help keep your room functional and enhance the overall aesthetic. Our experts have put together a list of our favourite bathroom storage ideas to inspire you on your design journey.
Small bathroom storage ideas
When you’re working with a small bathroom, it can feel impossible to keep it organised. Sometimes, you need to be clever with your storage solutions to make the most of the space and create a sleek, functional environment.
Slimline vanity units
Narrow vanity units, especially those with integrated sinks, offer open or closed bathroom storage and are perfect even for the tiniest of rooms. Bathroom basin units can provide a simple storage solution for pipes and other bathroom fittings. Under-sink storage and vanity units are available in a variety of colours and designs and can be paired with a bathroom mirror to add a new dimension to your bathroom’s storage and style.
Recessed niches
When working with a small bathroom, you should always take advantage of the areas which provide the most space. This often means using the walls to keep your floor free. One of the best ways to do this is by using recessed niches above your bath or in your shower enclosure for seamless storage without taking up too much space. Not to mention, this design is the perfect feature to add a touch of character to any modern bathroom.
Wall-mounted shelving
Perfect for creating the illusion of space even in the smallest of bathrooms, floating bathroom shelves are the simplest way of creating a clutter-free space. Whether they’re above your toilet or beneath your windows, shelves are a great storage idea for compact bathrooms. To find out how simple it is to transform your bathroom’s functionality with shelves, check out our guide and learn how to put up a shelf.
Hooks and racks
While towel rails have been a classic bathroom storage idea for decades, there’s so many places that you can hang, hold, and hook items to improve your bathroom’s storage capabilities. There are a range of bathroom accessories available which could be the solution to your storage problems. Why not install hooks on the back of your door to hold robes and towels, or use a shower caddy to add a vertical dimension and maximise your shower space?
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Storage ideas for larger bathrooms
Even when you’ve got more space to play with, it can still be difficult to find the perfect bathroom design which complements the needs of you and your family. However, when you have a larger bathroom, you can explore more expansive bathroom storage ideas – the possibilities are almost endless.
Double vanity with drawers
If a regular vanity unit is the perfect storage solution and centrepiece for your bathroom, then a combined vanity unit can take your bathroom to the next level. Offering unmatched elegance, these vanity units offer functionality with integrated basins without compromising on style.
Linen cupboards
For those with ample space, a linen closet or airing cupboard shelving are the perfect storage solutions for organising towels, bedding, and anything else. Adding storage boxes can allow you to truly maximise the space in your closet. If you like storage ideas with a bit of charm, why not add lighting to your linen cupboard and give your bathroom a new glow?
Freestanding furniture
Tall cabinets and other pieces of freestanding furniture are often the best method of maximising storage in large bathrooms. If you have the space, consider storage benches, which can serve as both seating and a hidden storage solution. Or get inventive with the latest storage trends and use storage ladders or a bathroom trolley to give the room a contemporary, stylish touch.
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Creative storage ideas for every bathroom
Regardless of the size of your bathroom, there’s no reason you can’t take your storage to the next level. These creative bathroom storage hacks can give your existing features added functionality or be the perfect finishing touch for your bathroom redesign.
Drawer Organisers
There’s no point in investing in your bathroom storage if you can’t keep it organised. Drawer organisers are inserts which can be placed inside your drawers to separate them out, and prevent smaller items such as cosmetics becoming lost among your towels and toiletries.
Basket storage
Rustic, traditional designs continue to be favoured by homeowners looking to create a warm and welcoming environment, and this extends to their bathrooms. Wooden and woven baskets, often placed in the corner of a bathroom or on a shelf, are not only a practical bathroom storage idea, but they add charm to your bathroom and perfectly complement natural bathroom tiles.
Magnetic strips
A sleek magnetic strip can be installed on the inside of your cabinet door to securely hold small metal items such as tweezers, nail clippers, or hairpins. This allows you to keep them tucked away without the risk of losing them amongst the other items in your bathroom drawers.
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Now you’re ready to plan your next bathroom storage project and make your bathroom a more organised and functional space. Why not explore the rest of our bathroom ideas and advice and finish creating the perfect bathroom for your home?
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