42 Small Bathroom Storage Ideas That Are Actually Clever

Fill pretty bins with frequently used items, like cleaning products, washcloths or skincare. Take note from Karen Nepacena from Destination Eichler and set them on floating shelves, so everything you need is within reach.

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If you’ve got a few inches of spare floor space, a wooden bench can serve as an additional surface for storing towels and decor. For families with small children, it’ll be a functional step stool to reach the sink, too.

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Here, Outline Interiors adds functional storage in an awkward alcove by hanging acrylic shelves. Clear shelves (glass or acrylic) are great for small spaces, since they look clean, light and nearly invisible.

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Not only do wicker bins add texture and warmth to any interior (as Bethany Adams Interiors demonstrates here), but they can easily hide clutter. Imagine hot tools, spare toilet paper rolls and personal care items you’d like accessible but not visible.

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Fancy skincare bottles and jars can easily double as decor when displayed on sleek shelving. Elevate the look by hanging a picture light above, just as designer Anastasia Casey does here.

Limited floor space? No problem! A tiny stool is the perfect way to add charm and decor to an unused corner of the bathroom. Just take it from Karen Nepacena from Destination Eichler and top the surface with a faux plant.

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This playful patterned room, designed by Outline Interiors, has a secret medicine cabinet to contain counter clutter. When it’s closed, guests will have no idea it’s there!

Wire organizers can help make the most of the space under your vanity. Not only does it look much better, but now you’ll know where everything is in a pinch.

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Defined by a whimsical wallpaper and dark blue cabinetry, this small bathroom (designed and built by Arciform) has four built-in shelves, perfect for storing towels. If your towels will be on display, be sure to choose options that pair with your bathroom design.

Your favorite place to store wine can double as the perfect linen closet on wheels. Arrange spare towels, toilet paper and washcloths in baskets and leave toiletries up top.

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Forget the floor cabinets and floating ledges. Instead, go the extra mile with built-in shelves all over the wall. You’ll truly have space for everything, including towels, ornaments, baskets of toiletries and bins of cleaning products and hair tools.

A ladder provides a spot to hang towels and baskets full of extra toilet paper, but it doesn’t protrude much from the wall, making it ideal for slim spaces.

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Believe it or not, just organizing your drawers can give you more space to store products. Use drawer dividers to section off items. Choose multiple sizes, one for hair ties and clips, and another for flat irons, blow dryers and brushes.

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If you’re someone who loves to stock up on bath products, you may benefit from a larger cabinet. Choose a design with glass doors, so you can easily see what you need to grab.

Bring the spa right to your home with a simple bath tray that can hold everything from reading material to candles and body products.

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Mounted wire baskets and a mirror with a built-in shelf make up for any space that may be lacking on top of your vanity. Keep toothbrushes, toothpaste, cleansers and lotions tucked inside.

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Turn a problem (no linen closet) into a picture-perfect solution by sticking rolled bath and hand towels in cute baskets below your vanity. Talk about fashion and function all in one!