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Bathroom Organization and Storage Buying Guide
Except for that occasional soak in the tub, chances are you aren't spending much time in the bathroom



Bathroom Shelving and Storage
Keep items you use on a daily basis in an accessible spot. Remember: accessible does not have to mean messy. Try these organization pieces
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Bins |
Hooks |
Shelves |
A simple store-all caddy |
A toilet paper holder |
Accessories
No one said bathroom accessories
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A fun, patterned toothbrush holder |
A bold shower curtain |
Shower caddies |
For bathtime, consider a tub shelf |
There are lots of little odds and ends you can use to decorate your bathroom, such as a toilet seat cover |
Linens
When you get out of the shower (especially in the dead of winter), you want to make sure you have a clean, warm towel to dry yourself off. You also want to have enough on hand so you don't run out when you least expect it. Don't forget these few tips for buying your bathroom linens.
- Towels
: Make sure they are long enough - the worst thing when you are cold and sopping wet is to have a towel that's too short.
- Fabrics: Also keep in mind that cotton is typically going to be your top choice for a towel as it is more absorbent- Egyptian cotton
is the priciest of fabrics but American prima cotton
is much more affordable. Other alternatives include organic cotton
, Modal
and microfiber towels
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- Hand Towels
: The most important thing with these linens is matching your decor. Do you want to have guest towels that you only bring out for company, or do you want to use the same towels all the time?
- Washcloths
: In this case, you don't need fabrics to be absorbent so much as gentle on your skin. Make sure you are picking out a fabric that feels right for you, and that you stock up-especially if you use these every day.
- Floor Rug
: Okay, so it's not technically a linen, but you will be stepping on it when you get out of the shower, so you want absorbent fabric. Be careful of the color as an all-white mat can tend to get dirty quickly. Also, look out for grips on the bottom of the rug so it doesn't slide all over the bathroom floor and take you with it.
Cleaning Supplies
Now that your bathroom has been designed to perfection, you want to keep it looking clean. Make sure to always have cleaning supplies on hand and that you have enough shelving to store them accordingly, and don't forget a wastebasket
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Related Guides
- Bath and Body
- Closet Organization
- Candles
- Home and Garden
- Home Saunas
- Housewares and Home Maintenance
External Links
- Hgtv.com: Bathroom decorating ideas.
International Resources
For this resource in your home country, please see:
FR: Salle de Bain pour Enfants
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