20+ Genius Small Bathroom Storage Ideas

Do you have limited bathroom space? I know firsthand how frustrating it is to feel unorganized simply because of space constraints. Let’s face it, there are a lot of items that we all need quick access to in the bathroom.

5 Tips for Small Bathroom Organization

1. Always purge before organizing.
2. Rule of 3 – If you have more than 3 of the same item, you probably won’t get to it before it expires. Toss!
3. Store items accessed most often at eye level. 
4. Always leave 10-15% empty space. No bin or shelf should be stuffed full.
5. Stop thinking “How am I going to fit this in here?” and start thinking, “How do I see myself using this space?” Imagine your future self coming into that space. For example, imagine your morning routine and go from there.

1. Clutter Busters

How Cool is this amazing innovation? A full-length mirror on hinges that opens to reveal tons of storage. It attaches to door hinges and folds out, perfectly utilizing even the tiniest space! It even works when your door is right next to the wall. Find it here.

They have several options that work similarly like a bar series for towels, a mirrored medicine cabinet option, and an armoire cabinet that attaches on the back of the door.

2. Floating Shelves above the Toilet

Add Shelves and baskets above the toilet for extra shelving as in this beautiful bathroom. Notice how even the electrical outlet is incorporated. Then you can set an electrical toothbrush or razor on the shelves rather than on the vanity to maximize counter space.

3. Utilize Door Space

This is one of my absolute favorite ideas! Blank back doors make excellent storage options including towel racks, robe hangers, and more. You can even purchase removable towel bars like these for renting.

4. Use Hooks High and Low

Hooks are one of the easiest ways to use wall space for extra storage. You can hang many items like:

• Towels
• Hand Towels
• Robes or Extra Clothes
• Swimsuits for Drying
• Bath Sponges and Body Brushes
• Hair Accessories

5. Lazy Susan

Vertical storage is a must, especially with small counter space. We love this this rotating makeup organizer. It’s tall enough for full size bottles and compartmentalized for easy access and grouping.

6. Install a Medicine Cabinet

This is actually much easier than you may think! Medicine cabinets have come a long way in beauty and style. You can also surface mount them or recess into walls for sleek hidden storage.

7. Keep Things Tidy with Baskets

Get everyone their own basket with this quick small bathroom organization idea. Instead of fumbling around in drawers, sort items into containers for easy-to-access bathroom storage.

You can fit more in baskets than plain style shelves will keeping everything neat and organized. Notice how all of the items have a similar color scheme? This keeps the baskets from looking cluttered and overflowing.

8. Tiered Trays

These open trays are pretty enough to keep out or your countertop, so you can save drawer space for those less frequently used items. For more ideas, see our other decorating ideas for using tiered trays.

9. Add shelves next to the mirror

No counterspace? No Problem. Use shallow shelves for bottles and brushes over the sink. Floating shelves like these are wonderful for small spaces like bathrooms because of their compact size and modern hardware.

10. Store Items Conveniently Outside

Don’t have a linen closet? No problem! Use a small hutch outside the bathroom to store bulky items like towels, backup toiletries, and items used infrequently.

11. Think Vertical Bathroom Storage

Since small bathroom by their nature is lacking in horizontal space, you often have to think vertically for new organization ideas. For example, baskets aren’t only for shelves! Utilize simple hanging baskets on a wall for toiletries and linens.

12. Double Shower Rods

This is genius! Use the outside rod for your shower curtain and liner, and then use the inside rod for hanging storage like bath sponges or a quick dry caddy with pockets like this one. Pair with a Tension Pole Caddy or Shower Head Caddy for maximum storage. I don’t recommend shower accessories with suction cups because they often fall.

16. Divide Containers into Smaller Containers

We all have tiny items to store that get lost in drawers. You can use handy drawer dividers in bins for easy pull-out access to essentials. Other ways to divide storage include using mason jars with lids, adjustable drawer dividers, and square tins with clear lids.

17. Magnetic Organizers

Install Magnetic sheets (galvanized steel) in your cabinet door for more space possibilities. There are also lots of magnetic organizers like toothbrush holders, magnetic bobby pin holder strips, and personal tools like clippers, scissors, or tweezers. The metal pins will stay attached to the strip until you need them! 

18. Utilize Fake Drawer Fronts

I am all about finding hidden storage and this gem is one of my favorites. For the bathroom or kitchen, install special hinges and trays for additional storage on those useless drawer fronts.

19. Tiered shelving under sink

Other styles include: Narrow Stacking pull out drawers, Expandable double shelf for double doors, and simple tiered baskets. The ability to pull out the tray and easily access the rear items in the cabinet makes full use of the storage space.

20. Repurpose Kitchen Storage

Repurposing kitchen storage for the bathroom is perfect to maximize counter space. Spice racks are basically shelves just wide enough for small bottles. A paper towel holder works wonders for bracelets, hair ties, or scrunchies.