Okay, we’ve rolled through some ideas on how to make that space look bigger. The problem you always end up with, however, is that the space is still the same actual size. Well, that’s tackle that issue right now. Trust me, you’ll learn to love this – just open your mind.
Before we move on to some ideas for storage, it’s time to revisit those storage spaces you already have. That’s because most people are extremely inefficient when it comes to storage. Try this first trick to see if it accomodates all your needs. Get some stackable, clear containers. Now, organize your bathroom stuff in that linen closet in those containers. You know, all the medicine, soap, toothpaste, etc. Now, organize and stack those clear containers on your shelving. This takes advantage of the vertical space in your closet, while keeping an organizational structure. That tends to work wonders with most people.
Now, if that still isn’t enough, or you don’t have a closet, then we need some more drastic measures. First, is your medicine cabinet undersized? Well, replacing that can give you substantial more space, with very little effort. But, if that still isn’t effective for you and your needs, you will probably have to start using vertical space on your bathroom walls.
The thing to remember here is that any vertical space will do. If one of your doors has space, use it. You could paint the back of the door in a paint that allow magnets to be placed. You can also put shelving above the toilet or just about anywhere you can find it. Or you can install (this is about as easy as it gets) this instant bathroom shelf. Not the cheapest thing in the world, but a great idea. Another idea is to buy a tower rack, if you have room. That one that I linked is just an idea. One other idea is to hang stuff from the ceiling. You can buy hanging storage. Oh, one last idea – shower curtains with pockets. I know there are more ideas, but these get your creative juices flowing.
The hardest part in small bathroom storage is balancing adding it with keeping that larger bathroom feel. You may have to try a bunch of times to get it right. You don’t want to add a ton of shelves and find that the bathroom now feels like a shoebox. You get the idea.