Great Options for Bathroom Storage
When it comes to buying a home, one question that will inevitably be spoken is: “How many bathrooms does it have?” Whether your family is large or small, children or no children, bathroom space is always a premium. It’s the room where we start out day and therefore must contain all the items we use as men and women to get cleaned, prepped, coiffed and styled to face the world. In years past everyone using the bathroom had to share the same sink and storage pace. However in recent years dual bowls and corresponding storage areas underneath are becoming close to the norm; especially for new homes. Many married couples will tell you that the key to happy mornings is having your own bathroom time, bathroom space and bathroom storage. However what if space is limited and/or your home has only one bathroom? That’s where bathroom storage can become invaluable. There are now a host of products that you can use to outfit your bathroom, with extra real estate so to speak.
The most common place to store items in the bathroom would be cabinets. Most bathrooms come with cabinets of some kind built in for storage, but you can always add more. It’s also no secret that bathroom storage cabinets, bring out the noisiness in most of us; as who among us hasn’t opened a medicine cabinet in the bathroom? That’s why there are now bathroom cabinets that lock and this was not a featured offered in the not too distant past. You will definitely pay a bit more for locking cabinets in the bathroom, but if you value your privacy the cost of installing this security measure will pay off with the visit of your first house guest. There are also kits that you can use to add bathroom storage cabinets to any open and free wall space in the bathroom. This is great for those who need to have items concealed, such as women’s feminine products and as men and women age perhaps there are items that are needed that you wouldn’t want showcased to family and friends.
Bathroom storage baskets are another way to create a decorative place for your towels and other soft items in the rest room, such as toilet tissue and or soft hair supplies. Baskets aren’t just wicker now and can be found in all types of materials from leather to recycled materials. You can also coordinate your storage baskets to match or compliment the décor, be it more feminine, masculine or neutral. You can find bathroom storage baskets of every size as well. Some as thin and small enough to slide right next to the base of your toilet. This is a place that isn’t being used and provides added bathroom storage without taking up any space in the rest room. A basket placed here would be great to keep extra bathroom tissue.
There is now very attractive bathroom storage furniture that you can purchase to add sophisticated looks and places to store items all in one. If you have a large bathroom and many new homes do, bathroom furniture is a great option for storage. I’ve recently seen a heated bench that is waiting for you after your bath. This is truly luxury and if your budget is a bit more modest, you might want to visit sites like Ikea, that have so many novel options for bathroom furniture. Their items are very modern as well. Whether your style is traditional, country, modern; you can now find very stylish furniture to suite any style of bath. Most of the furniture you purchase for your bathroom will naturally come with storage, so it’s really just a matter of deciding what you want to pay for your new bathroom furniture.
Open shelving is another option for bathroom storage. Open shelving is often thought of only for kitchens, however that same idea can work wonders in the bathroom and having open shelving for storage won’t take up space you don’t have. And when you have a small rest room, coming up with bathroom storage ideas can be tough. Shelving offers some of the best bang for the buck and can help you modify the room for cleanliness. That’s because when your shelving is open, you’re more apt to make sure the towels and/or bottles, items, etc. that they house are clean and tidy. These items will be visible and instead of shying away from open shelving, use this feature of storage to modernize your home. Going to a home improvement store as common as Home Depot or Lowes can net a great variety in styles and pricing for this bathroom storage option. They can be easily installed and simply look very decorative.
Bathroom towers are always a good option and a great place to store your morning items. This type of storage don’t have to take up much space either. There are towers that can even be put over the toilet and rise to the bathroom ceiling. This might sound silly, but these are great options for the tall among us and perhaps not so great for the bathroom of the smaller adults or children. There was a time when all of these bathroom towers looked alike. Now this storage option doesn’t have to be out of style. You can now get modern looks for bathroom towers. I would advise picking your style and then start looking online to find out how much the tower will weigh and how sturdy it is. They can be rather expensive, so choose one with lots of cabinets in it, so you get the most for your money. Remember too that is also an item that you’ll need to clean on a regular basis as bathroom towers can be a focal point in the bathroom and will catch the eye immediately.
If you have a bit of cash to put into your bathroom storage designing, you might want to think about a storage unit. It usually stands to reason that if you can afford to put a storage unit in the bathroom, it’s rather large. You can have storage units custom designed and some of the best looking units I’ve seen are modern and made from recyclable materials. Always keep in mind that using a green product doesn’t have to mean settling for a sub-par storage unit or design. Just think how many items, including things like robes and house shoes can be put in storage unit. This provides a sense of luxury when you leave your bath or Jacuzzi and don’t have to leave the bathroom for a cozy bathrobe.
Remember bathroom storage ideas don’t have to be limited to the inside of the bathroom. If you have a nice hallway to the bathroom or empty wall space, use it wisely. Especially for youth this can be a great option. If you put up a do it yourself linen closet right outside of the bathroom door, it will not only add storage, but makes bath time and grabbing towels and toiletries a breeze. You can also put colorful cabinets up on the wall to suit the style and taste of your children. When you’re young washing up and getting ready for the day are not as glamorous and relaxing as it can be for adults. So anything you can do to get your kids syked about getting ready for school is always good. You might want to also invest in a nice storage bench if you have young ones who share a bathroom. Young people don’t have the shame we attach to the bathroom and you’d be surprised how many will converse with each other through the bathroom door with no problem. That bench should of course double as storage and you’ve created another pseudo room for your kids.
Bathroom storage is something that should be well thought out so your room of rest remains tidy and aesthetically pleasing. Again this is the room where you start your day, so you don’t want to be confronted by a mess of items. However don’t shy away from the unconventional, when it comes to your storage space. Get ideas online to suite your style and budget. Use your bathroom storage ideas wisely and you may find that you’re a morning person after all. Just make sure you have the will power to leave your luxurious new bathroom and face the day.