Our top 5 bathroom storage ideas
Toiletries scatter across the bathroom like explosion debris. Your cabinet overflows with half-used products. Towels are piling high. Day to day life can be chaotic, especially with busy mornings, school runs and most of all – an unorganised bathroom. Clutter can transform a space in your home from a relaxing sanctuary to a stress source. Read this and get a head start on that New Year’s resolution to declutter.
The Klick range: Wall mounted bathroom storage from The Bath House.
Storage solutions may be a phrase that sounds boring, but it’s actually it’s a small (but important) step, we could all take to make our environment, and our lives, a little more stress-free, which has been proven to help our mental health. Our minds are easily distracted, and if our space encourages this with countless items, we can become absorbed in the mess around us.
Studies show that clutter increases cortisol. Libby Sander, Professor of Organisational Behaviour at Bond University, says it ‘makes us less productive, triggering coping and avoidance strategies’ and ‘can lead to a constant low-grade fight or flight response, taxing our resources designed for survival.’ It’s exhausting.
Whether you’re waiting on a renovation, or you just want some more space in your life – here are our five tips for storage in your bathroom.
Tall wall-mounted units: working with height
With floor standing shelving taking up a significant amount of space, it might be time to try a new storage unit. Wall mounted tall bathroom units offer an elegant, lean storage solution, providing additional storage without taking up too much width in your bathroom. Offering enclosed storage, this is an essential for items more sensitive to water damage, or anything you’d rather remove from display.
Multiple door or drawer options are useful for categorising compartments in your shelving unit, whether it’s hair turbans or personal products you want to shelve safely. A wall-mounted or taller unit is more robust, too, with a structure that allows itself to carry more weight. Skincare hoarders, we hear you. The Stonesby 350mm Wall Hung 1 Door Tall Unit - Matt Olive Green or the Klick 350mm Wall Hung 1 Door Tall Unit - Textured Oak from The Bath House are two great options for those looking for a modern, contemporary solution that can also be paired with a matching basin unit. Meanwhile, the Pershore 345mm Wall Hung 1 Door Tall Unit - Matt Storm Blue offers the perfect finish and clean aesthetic for those seeking a bathroom with more coastal tones. Or for those who prefer a traditional white gloss look for their bathrrom, there is Glanford 454mm Wall Hung 2 Door Tall Unit.
Floating shelves can also work as a compact and sleek way to hold your things. A bathroom-friendly varnished wood or metal can add character, but you could also consider glass or acrylic for a lighter, more airy feel. Shelving doesn’t have to stand out – it can look almost invisible.
Wall mounted bathroom tall units offer an elegant, lean storage solution
Basin unit organised storage
Tighter spaces can be a struggle when it comes to making room, but below-sink storage is often forgotten about. If you need an extra, accessible place for toiletries or cleaning supplies, look beneath your sink. A basin unit could be the answer. Space can be limited in smaller areas, but with flexible sizing and an array of collections to match your personality and style, there's unlimited choice out there.
Wall-hung units usually have a more complex design, saving space underneath for storage baskets, laundry hampers or other belongings. The Klick basin unit in Textured Oak is wide and versatile, with a stunning, minimalist exterior. If you're wanting dial up the sophistication even more, then the Ascot 1 drawer basin unit could be for you, featuring textured handleless furniture with soft horizontal fluted lines and a soft close drawerbox lined in a linen effect finish.
Floor-standing units are useful for a little more storage area and require less effort for installation. These can contain multiple drawers or shelves for the most thorough organisation, tucking away your personal items whilst blending in with your bathroom interior. Most basin units, including ours, come with attachable legs for a traditional floor-standing effect.
Check out the Molten unit in Reed Green - it's effortlessly sophisticated, in a shade to suit almost any home. With soft-close fittings, offering an elegant and tactile solution to keep the calm in your bathroom, you'll be on the way to a peaceful and tidy space.
Ladder shelving: adding versatility
Ladder shelving went on trend and never really left. A functional way to provide storage space whilst taking up a smaller area of empty wall in your bathroom, it gives towels and personal items a place to live, whilst creating a minimalist but cosy atmosphere.
As a smart solution to overwhelmed storage units, ladder shelves are easily moved and repositioned for any pending bathroom reno project. Each tier can be organised differently, for example, the top tier can hold candles and decor – think vases, ambient lighting, room scents and florals – whilst the bottom tier can be a space for rolled towels, cleaning supplies and storage baskets.
The colour or material you choose for ladder shelving is up to you and your personal style, but we’re fans of natural or reclaimed wood for an earthy, rustic effect. The ‘Jessie Tall Shelving Unit’ from Habitat is simple and sleek but practical, with an oak finish. Or Dunelm’s ‘Nautical Ladder Shelves’ are a colourful but relaxed alternative.
Ladder shelving gives bathroom products and towels a place to live
Gloss white Ladder Shelving alongside our Verve bathroom furniture range
Integrated basin towel rails and over-the-door hooks
For bathrooms on the smaller side, there might not be room for extra units, or your floor space might be seriously limited. Luckily, your basin units (and doors) can take it.
Basin units that comes with integrated towel rail holders are a clever way to create storage, If you don’t want the commitment (or damage) that can come with having to use a drill, they’re a sensible option for hanging towels that looks great and makes it easier to grab post-shower.
Over-the-door hooks and shelving can transform your bathroom door into a simple storage system. If you’re spending too much time retrieving things from the floor, or notice your shelves are getting a little messy, why not hang up your extra towels on door hooks? Your toiletries can also fit over the door in a hanging storage basket, especially stylish in woven or rattan material. These door hangers from IKEA are an inexpensive, clean choice.
Over-the-door hooks and shelving can be a simple, cost effective storage solution
Stonesby bathroom vanity unit with integrated towel rail from The Bath House
Wire baskets and stools: sitting pretty
The overlooked but versatile features of any bathroom are the smaller parts – storage baskets and stools.
Wire baskets have moved beyond their utilitarian origins and are now a design statement, transforming the aesthetic of your space to functional and modern. An open, wire weave for your storage baskets allows visual breathing room, creating a relaxed and spacious feel in your bathroom. Metal wire also reflects light, for added brightness in your home.
Wire baskets can be hidden in under-sink units, cupboards or brought to life on open shelves. Tuck them under a bench, caddy or attach them to walls to save room on the floor. Think about collecting your baskets in odd numbers for an interesting visual appeal.
Stools are multi-functional and however understated, are a homely addition to your bathroom. Use them as a comfortable seat when shaving, getting ready or applying skincare. Some stools have lift-top lids and concealed storage compartments, or open-frame stools can fit storage baskets underneath. Choose what’s best for your bathroom, whether sleek or a vintage, more rustic design.
Optimise bathroom space with corner shelving
Embrace corner space: finding nooks
If you’re lost for ideas and your walls are mostly full, the corners are the place to look. You can waste up to 30% of space in your bathroom by disregarding corner space, but with the right measurements and material, it’s worth elevating those nooks and crannies.
One way to maximise these areas is with corner shelving units, whether free-standing or wall mounted. With varying shelf levels and an array of depths, these fit neatly into your bathroom and as a corner feature, require minimal effort to blend into your bathroom style. Try a closed unit for a cleaner exterior, or open shelving to get creative with decor.
As we’ve mentioned, there’s no need to be shy with your shelves. Corner shelves can be wall mounted and climb high, close to the ceiling. One trend for modern bathrooms is complete, all-over custom shelving, acting as a stylish cover for your walls. Beyond expanding your area for storage, custom shelves also work as a canvas for candles, lighting, paintings and plants. You won’t have to drape your towels over the tub, and your bathroom will become a gallery of art and decor.
Storage is an art form, especially in the bathroom. Choosing modern, multifunctional solutions helps to organise your space but also creates a personal retreat, supportive of your mind, everyday tasks and wellbeing. Those extra shelves or storage baskets are more than a surface design – they reduce morning stress, promote clarity throughout your day, and create a sense of calm.
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