Making sure you have everything you need to make your bathroom function efficiently can seem overwhelming. Although it’s actually pretty easy to make sure you’re on top of everything. Whether this is your first bathroom in your first apartment or you’re simply trying to revamp your current one this list is for you.
Below is a list of eleven items you need in your bathroom that you’ll be surprised you’re living without.
The first step in making sure your bathroom look and feel functional is to invest in a bathroom accessory set. This is significantly better than having a bunch of random containers. An accessory set will make your bathroom look cohesive, and it will also make it look like you spent a lot of money on your bathroom. There’s a variety of accessory sets out there, just make sure you’re getting one that will match your style now and preferably next year as well. Neutral colors will be your friend. Plus a reusable soap dispenser will help you cut down on your waste.
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A lot of bathrooms lack storage and if you’re living in a rental there isn’t much you can do about that. If you’re stressed out about where to put things and don’t feel like cramming everything haphazardly under the sink try an organizer. What’s nice about this one is that it leaves room for the sink but still maximizes the space given. It’s a two tiered organizer with space at the bottom. Also you can pull out the little trays so you don’t have to bend over for everything. An under sink organizer will change the way you function in your bathroom.
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This is a bathroom necessity that your dentist will be proud of. Consider investing an electric toothbrush. These are designed to brush your teeth properly and you’ll only have to change the top part of the tooth brush. This one will last longer because it’s a plug in, but there are plenty of battery operated toothbrushes as well.
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A double shower curtain hook will save your bathing experience. If you’ve already graduated from having just the simple clear shower curtain this item is for you. Rather than trying to cram two shower curtains on one simple hook this double hook is designed to have one curtain one either side. It will make your life so much easier, and because they don’t clasp cleaning both curtains is easier too.
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Unlike normal towel racks that go over-the-door these are designed to mimic a hanging towel rack. They’ll let you hang your towels properly so they can dry easier. Plus an over-the-door towel rack will make your bathroom look more organized and will give you more space. It will make opening your door easier because the towels will lay better.
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While this isn’t the most glamourous item on the list this little tool will save your bath. Having your hair clog your drain is miserable, and it will also cost you a pretty penny to have it unclogged. This ingenious item is designed to catch all your hair. Making sure your tub will drain properly every time regardless of how much you shed.
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You don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on styling tools only to shove them under the sink. An over-the-door styling tool organizer is a big game changer. This one below is designed specifically to hold your styling tools. It will ensure they aren’t destroyed and so that way the cords aren’t ruined either.
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A drawer organizer will also save your space. Nothing is worse than not actually being able to see what you own because it’s all thrown in a drawer. These plastic containers come in various sizes and that makes them easier to fit in various drawer sizes.
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Sometimes leaning into a mirror over a wide sink isn’t the most ideal situation. Instead of straining your neck invest in a tabletop vanity mirror. They’re designed to be larger and more clear than a normal bathroom mirror. You’ll be able to be sure your makeup is perfectly blended.
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If you want a functioning bathroom you’ll need a clean bathroom. The cleanliness of a bathroom says a lot about a person. A shower scrubber like the one below has interchangeable heads making it easy to clean every inch of your shower. It will also save you from being on all fours.
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Last but certainly not least is a trash can, specifically a trash can with a lid. If you have pets, kids or just don’t want to see used tissues every time you go into your bathroom invest in a trash can with a lid. The one below is small enough to be in the bathroom and the little foot lever makes it easy to open.
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