Small Bathroom Ideas

Turn wall space into storage space

The best ideas take advantage of vertical space and empty walls. Here are easy ways to add instant storage to bathroom walls - with or without tools:

Wall hooks: A natural for hanging robes and towels, wall hooks can also hold the essentials that don't fit on a small countertop. Hang a hand mirror, hair dryer or styling tools from durable storage hooks. Store a cosmetic bag on a wall hook for simple, portable makeup storage. You can even choose a style and finish so your hooks add visual appeal. Most hooks and wall racks include hardware for convenient setup. For a completely tool-free, nail-free option, look for reusable hooks with adhesive backing.

Shelves: Use a small wall shelf or ledge to create storage for small containers, tissues, and other go-tos that can take up room on a bathroom sink. Large shelves require tools to install but smaller adhesive-backed ledges are available.

Suction cup storage: These easy-peasy accessories attach to bathroom mirrors and smooth surfaces to give you wall-mounted storage around bathroom sinks. Choose toothbrush holders, soap dishes, razor holders and more. You can give everything a convenient home - right in front of you - even when there's no bathroom countertop space. Or clear your vanity and install these in a shower. Suction cups work best on mirrored and tiled surfaces. Tools and nails aren't needed.

Countertop organizers and makeup storage

Bathroom counters are a magnet for clutter. Countertop bathroom sets organize basics like toothbrushes and soap. For makeup, hair accessories and other items that can't be stored in a drawer, open bins are instant problem solvers.

Stackable organizers and trays: Make the most of a small bathroom counter or vanity with modular organizers for makeup and toiletries. These pieces let you combine pull-out drawers, lipstick holders, makeup and accessory caddies - whatever you need - into one neat, customized countertop design. You can always expand, using vertical space instead of countertop space or drawer space. Another plus: stacking pieces assemble without tools.

How to store supplies when cabinet space is limited (or non-existent)

Add in-cabinet stackable shelves: Maximize the capacity of cabinets with organizers, racks and shelves that let you stack contents. These are tool-free, reusable shelves that you can add and reposition in literally minutes. Use every inch of vertical space. Store large items for unobstructed access.

Lazy Susan turntable organizers: Add these to cabinets to store large bottles and supplies. You may never lose track of items at the back of cabinets again.

Over-the-door cabinet hooks and caddies: Store hair dryers and more with hanging hair tool caddies that simply slide over a bathroom cabinet door.

Under sink storage: Don't let the space under your sink go to waste. Specially designed shelves and organizers fit around pipes to turn this problematic area into practical storage.

Baskets and bins: When you don't have extra space in cabinets and closets, bins provide storage for linens, towels, toiletries, kids' gear, cleaning supplies and more. Small countertop bins can hold hand towels or small bottles. Large baskets can keep paper rolls neatly corralled in a bathroom corner.

A multi-purpose multi-tier rolling cart: These can range from slim wheeled carts made to fit tight spaces to larger three-tiered rolling carts that can be customized with additional trays and dividers. Use lower tiers for bulky cleaning supplies. Organize top tiers for makeup, brushes, hairstyling tools or accessories. Think of it as a personal vanity that moves. Roll it, trolley-style, out of the bathroom when company is expected. Roll it back in for everyday use. Assembly is usually light, with any needed hardware included.