Small bathrooms can easily become cluttered. One survey suggests that the average person uses between nine and 15 personal care products every day, meaning the number of tubes, tubs and bottles kept in this room tends to add up. And, that's without mentioning towels, cleaning products and bulky stocks of loo roll.
But, there are plenty of innovative and easy-to-implement solutions to keep your space neat. We've pulled together a selection of small bathroom storage ideas, with the help of Vicky Silverthorn, professional organiser and brand ambassador at antique specialists Vintage Cash Cow, so you can enjoy a beautifully organised zone.
The space above the toilet is often neglected - especially so in poky downstairs toilets. Vicky advises adding a few floating shelves here, or beside the shower or bath.
'You can pop baskets and jars on the shelves to keep your surface areas as clear as possible,' she says. 'Items that you don't need as often can be kept on your top shelves so that they're out of the way with items you use more often on the lower shelves.'
Pegs are also a good option to hang up towels and robes, she continues.
If you'd rather avoid drilling holes into your walls, , there are plenty of standalone units available without lower shelves to allow space for the loo. You can also find a variety of non-drill options that use self-adhesive stickers or suction cups.
When dealing with a lack of floor space, opt for tall and narrow furniture that utilises wall height. Storage units no more than 30cm wide are perfect for slotting into those awkward gaps between the door frame and the shower, or the toilet and the bath. Our pick is the White Company's three-tier storage caddy; it's slimline, but has plenty of space for cosmetics, toilet rolls and face cloths.
If using open shelving, storing items inside little baskets or colourful glass jars helps to tidy away clutter and evoke a feeling of calm. Clear jars are also great, as you can easily see where things are and know when you're running low on supplies, Vicky says.
Keeping the top shelf free for a small plant, a candle or a diffuser, will also make the space feel more homely.
An organiser that slots over the shower curtain rail, screen door or shower head will keep all your bottles, scrubs and soaps neatly together. Vicky suggests using a tiered shower caddy with built in hooks. 'You can hang any washcloths or loofahs from the hooks, while the shelving can store bottles,' she says.
There are also plenty of bathroom shelving units with suction cups that fix securely to tiles.
If you have a separate bath, avoid having to dot your bottles around the rim of your tub with a bath bridge. It'll keep your washing essentials close while also giving you space for a cup of tea and a candle. 'It can be used alongside additional shelving or just keep out what you need for your bath,' Vicky adds. 'When it comes to cleaning the tub, the tray can easily be picked up and moved as and when you need to.'
Chunky pedestal sinks can take up a lot of room in small bathrooms and prevent the installation of built-in storage units below. Fortunately, there are cupboards designed to fit around pedestals, so you can keep everything tucked away out of sight.
If you have a tiled backsplash, you could also install a no-drill shelf or basket here for toothbrushes and knick knacks, which would take items off the edge of the basin for a cleaner look.
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