For most people, the bathroom is their favourite space in the house. It’s a place where you can indulge and add a little luxury, a place where you can relax and forget about the pressures of the outside world. When designing a bathroom, you need to factor in storage options and with that in mind, here are a few creative ways that you can add to your bathroom storage.
Under The Basin
Rather than choosing a pedestal basin, you should go for a basin with storage space in the lower half. This is the perfect place for cleaning products and implements; a pair of side opening doors conceals this storage space and if you choose a double basin, the storage space is automatically going to be more. If you visit an Egham bath showroom, for example, they have a huge selection of basins, baths, shower units and toilets, all at affordable prices. Incorporating storage into a basin is ideal for a small bathroom. Talk to a bathroom designer who has all the solutions.
Towel Ladder
These are amazing; we wonder why it took so long for someone to have a eureka moment. You could fix the ladder on the back of the door, which means you need less storage space. If you have yet to see towel ladders, Google Images can bring you 100s of photos and they are made from a variety of materials, such as vine, rope and timber. If you love to be close to nature, why not add a ladder and train the plants to creep for the perfect natural feature.
Ledge Shelving
Customised shelving can make the most of ledges and sills, plus this adds some depth to the room. Once the bathroom renovation is complete, your local handyman can make narrow shelving where pot plants can be placed. Mahogany is ideal for this purpose, which you can order from an online timber merchant.
Wall Hooks
It makes total sense to utilise the walls for towels and bathrobes; you could hang towels on the back of the door, or choose the rear wall, near the shower door. Only you know your lifestyle and a few well-placed hooks can make all the difference. They are very easy to install; simply make the right size hole in the wall with a hammer-drill, insert a plastic plug and attach the hooks.
Make Good Use Of A Barstool
Located next to the basin/vanity, with a piece of lace or fine fabric draped, this adds colour and depth, plus you can store stuff on the top (add a shelf halfway). Other ideas include a double tray unit, the kind that is used for alcohol in restaurants, which is ideal for beauty products and hairdressing implements.
Tower Cabinets
These range from 2m and are generally about one foot in width and a little more in depth. If the bathroom showroom doesn’t have what you are looking for, ask a local joiner to make a pair to fit either side of the vanity. Include drawers and shelves as required, and you have the perfect storage solution. Google Images can find pages of tower cabinets and you’ll find some at your local bathroom store. A pair is recommended rather than a single unit, as this is a balanced look.
There are many ways that you can add storage space to the bathroom, the above are just a few. By consulting with a bathroom designer, you can effectively resolve any storage issues.
