Try these nine easy tips to organize the bathroom for smoother mornings and a more spa-like atmosphere!
This post is sponsored by InterDesign, one of my favorite suppliers of organization products. As always, all opinions are 100% my own.
I’ve never been a morning person, so I’m all in when it comes to anything that will help make our morning routines run smoother. Having an organized bathroom can really help to speed things up when it comes to getting ready and it makes cleaning up so much easier. It’s also much more relaxing to start {and end!} the day in a clutter-free, calming bathroom space. And who couldn’t use a little more relaxation in their day?
I used a number of products from InterDesign to re-organize the boys’ {and my husband’s!} bathroom last month. They have a ton of awesome organization products for every room in your home. I’ve included Amazon affiliate links to help you find the specific items, but you can also purchase InterDesign products at Bed, Bath and Beyond, HomeSense {I’ve found some great deals here!}, London Drugs, and other home stores. Or check out the InterDesign blog or website for more info. I wouldn’t be surprised if you find some products that you already own!
You can also find some free printable bathroom organization labels at the end of the post to help organize your space. Just download them, print them on clear sticker paper, and stick. Now let’s get organizing!
9 Easy Tips to Organize the Bathroom
I find that the bathroom is one of the easiest rooms to organize and can also have one of the biggest impacts! If your bathroom could use a little organization help, follow these easy tips to organize the bathroom and create your own spa-like retreat.
1. Declutter First.
Organizing the bathroom should always start with a good decluttering. Before you move on to the actual organizing, be sure to read this post for 20 items to declutter from the bathroom along with some great decluttering tips. There’s no point organizing stuff that you don’t use or need!
2. Keep the Counters Clutter-Free.
Keep as few items out on the counters as possible and use a tray to corral any products that you do want out. This creates a tidier look and makes it easier to clear off your counter for cleaning. Keep any items that you have on the counter confined to the back 1/3rd of the counter space to allow room for getting ready. This foaming soap pump not only looks pretty, but it also saves a ton of soap. You just need to fill it about 1/4 of the way with any of your favorite liquid soap and then add water to fill it up. You can find the free printable labels at the end of the post. 🙂
3. Use the Inside of Cabinet Doors for Storage
You can gain a ton of extra storage in your bathroom by using the inside of your cabinet doors. Use over the door organizers to hold a variety of items or hair styling products. Command Hooks work great to hang face towels or cleaning cloths and can easily be removed if you want to change things up. I love these toothbrush organizers to keep the boys’ toothbrushes out of sight but still easily accessible. They just stick directly to the cabinet door and the main piece pops out for easy cleaning.
4. Use drawer dividers.
There are so many little items that can get lost in those cluttered bathroom drawers! Draw dividers help to give everything a “home” and make it much quicker and easier to find what you’re looking for. Acrylic drawer dividers keep things tidy and keep the space light and airy. Store similar items together so you know where to find everything (and where to put items back!) You can even add some drawer liner if you’d like to add your own touch! NOTE: The toothbrushes, toothpaste, and razor in the photo below are EXTRA, UNSUED items. Obviously, I would not store them together if they were not brand new. 🙂
5. Have a Caddy for Each Member of the Family
I find that having a caddy is such a help – both for myself and for my kids. Each of the boys has their own caddy filled with any personal care items that they use each day. Each morning, they just have to pull out the caddy, do their tasks, and put it back. Everything is all in one place {so they don’t forget any steps!} and it’s quick and easy to clean up. If you need one a little bigger, you could check out this one.
6. Add a laundry bin.
Having a laundry bin in the bathroom specifically for wet and dirty towels makes it quicker to clean up and way easier to do laundry! I like washing my towels separately from our clothing items as much as possible so this makes our laundry routine so much simpler.
7. Hang towels from hooks instead of towel bars.
It’s much easier to hang up bath towels on a hook than it is to hang them on a towel bar. Plus, it allows the towel to dry better. Save the towel bars for hand towels and get some hooks for everyone to hang their towels on – preferably a different hook for each family member. We try to re-use our towels as much as possible to cut down on washing, so it’s nice to know that you’re getting your own towel! If you don’t want to mount anything to the wall {or don’t have the space} try using over the door hooks.
8. Use clear acrylic containers.
These hinged-lid acrylic containers are one of my favorites and work great for so many storage needs around the house. The medium size worked perfectly in our bathroom. Our end cupboards have these awkward bars across them {I’m assuming that the vanity was originally built for drawers} that make it difficult to utilize the space. I added a dish riser to create another shelf space and the acrylic bins fit like they were made for the space! The bins work great for stacking {I use them in our pantry} and the clear design allows you to easily see what’s inside.
9. Label, label, label.
Labels make it easier to find what you’re looking for and, even more importantly, where to put it back. Now your kids {and husband!} can’t tell you they don’t know where something goes! A cute label can also add more interest and personalization to your space. I used some Silhouette Clear Sticker paper for the labels in our bathroom just like I did for our fridge labels. Although the labels can be printed out on an ink jet printer, the ink can start to run if it gets wet. Having it printed on a laser printer {I just took my files to a copy place and had them printed for $2} will ensure that the ink will stay put. If you don’t want to use these labels, you can use a label maker, vinyl cutter, chalkboard labels or even just a Sharpie.
DOWNLOAD THE PRINTABLE BATHROOM ORGANIZATION LABELS
Remember that organizing your bathroom doesn’t have to be hard or complicated. The main goal is to create a more functional space that is easier to use and simple to keep organized – just a few little changes can make a big difference in your daily routines!
Thanks again to InterDesign for helping me out on this project!
BATHROOM ORGANIZATION SOURCE LIST
Clear Acrylic Bins – InterDesign
Bathroom Caddy – InterDesign
Laundry Basket – H&M Home {2 years ago}
Acrylic Toothbrush Holder – InterDesign
Acrylic Drawer Divider – InterDesign
Clear Silhouette Sticker Labels – Amazon
Foaming Soap Pump – InterDesign
Clear Glass Canisters – InterDesign
For more bathroom ideas, check out these posts…
Oh my gosh I LOVE your clear drawers with the labels on them!
Thanks! Those are one of my favorite organizing products – they work so well in any room!
Love it !! Was wondering where you purchased the picture sign of “it’s a good day to have a good day”
It’s from Decor Steals. It’s a daily deal site so you’ll have to keep your eye open for it, but it’s one of my favorite places to get home decor. They also have a sister site – the Antique Farmhouse – that often carries the same items on a regular basis so you could check there too.
Thank you so much I just love that saying also where did you find the Laundry basket and what a great idea as well … wonder if I use it my boy teenager bathroom maybe he could hit the basket with that one ha ha
So far so good on my end!!! I’ve got a 14 year old too! 😉
Oh, and the laundry basket was from H&M Home.
Could you tell me where you purchased the black hook towel rack from top #7?? Thanks!
We’ve actually had that since we moved into our house 18 years ago! It probably wouldn’t be much help even if I could remember where I got it from. 🙂
These tips are great! I pinned it to Pinterest. Our main floor bathroom that we mostly use is not a huge space and doesn’t have counter space. There is a cabinet above the toilet that we use for every day items (which I need to reorganize). We have a small closet that I store other supplies. Toilet paper is store in a basket, towels are rolled up, and supplies are divided in baskets by body, hair, and face. I need to reorganize my closet too.
Sounds like a good system! Thanks for sharing!
Great ideas. I love the toothbrush container on the inside of the cabinet door.
Yes! I love having the toothbrushes out of the way and in a closed space. 🙂
I love your article, (that laundry basket is so cute!) I can’t wait to get started on my bathroom!
Thank you for the great content!
Mylistsoflists
Thanks Amber! The laundry basket has been working out well. 🙂
Hi! I love your labels for the refrigerator and bathroom. How do I print them out so that I can make the labels and stick them on the bins?
Thank you!!
Ps. I am also going to have a pantry room soon and would love pintables for that as well!
I do have instructions for that in both of the posts. I used Silhouette clear sticker paper for mine. I was thinking of doing some printables for the pantry but there is such a variety of items that people use, it can be hard to do specific labels that would capture everything that people need. Plus, items often rotate around so you’re not always using the same bin for the same item. I should have a post up this week about organizing the kitchen with mason jars and will talk about different labeling options there. You can also check out this post, that has links to other sites with pantry organization labels. Hope that helps!
https://www.cleanandscentsible.com/free-organization-printables/
I love all of these organization tips!
Thanks Sandra!
Decluttering and organizing my master bath is high on my list of things to do. You’ve given me a lot of ideas to think about. Thanks for sharing these bathroom organization tips on Sunday’s Best. Oh, I’m going to check out the Antique Farmhouse too.
Thank you for all of these wonderful ideas! Spring cleaning here I come!
Is it weird that I actually look forward to spring cleaning? lol!
Clear acrylic organizing bins and trays are my favorite since they’re easy to clean and its easy to see what’s inside. Thanks for sharing at the This Is How We Roll Link Party.
I like the clear ones too – as long as it’s not too messy inside! lol! Thanks for hosting – I appreciate it!
That sign “today is a good day to have a good day” is so charming – is it metal?
Yes, it’s a laser cut metal sign. I ordered it from Decor Steals for less than $20. I thought it was a pretty good deal for a sign that size. 🙂
I loved your ideas and the products you used! I will be decluttering and organizing our bathroom soon so this is very timely for me. Thank you for sharing with us on Party in Your PJ’s!
Thanks Teresa! Happy organizing!! 🙂
That looks great! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
Love your article but I wouldn’t put the razor in with the tooth brushes
Those an extra storage drawer for unused products. I wouldn’t put the used ones together either. 😉
That’s an extra storage drawer for unused products. I wouldn’t put the used ones together either. 😉
Lovely, thank you for the ideas!
You’re welcome! 🙂
Great tips – you’ve just helped me realise I should keep a laundry basket in the bathroom. Me and the Hubby tend to drop wet towels on the floor of our bedroom in a pile and then I carry the pile downstairs when it looks a mess. Why I never bought a laundry basket for the bathroom I’ll never know! Thanks! 😉
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I just started doing this a couple of years ago and it has made such a difference!! I like to wash towels separately from our clothing and it’s been such a time saver.
You have inspired me to organize my bathroom cabinets and drawers! Thanks for sharing at the Weekend Blog Hop at My Flagstaff Home! –Jennifer
I love to label! I am finding that I need to go back through our bathroom and my boys’ bathroom and re-organize. Now that they are older I don’t need to keep all the supplies in my bathroom and theirs out of reach from little hands.
Some very beautiful bathroom ideas. I wish my bathroom was bigger.
A bigger bathroom is always nice but you can do so much with a small bathroom to freshen up the space without spending a lot of money. 🙂
How can I make our electric toothbrushes look nicer sitting up there on the counter?
If you have to leave it out, try to put it on a tray with a couple of other cute products or decorative items. Keeping items on the counter contained to a tray makes it look less cluttered and will take the attention away from the toothbrush. 🙂
Your bathroom is wicked cute!! I love the caddy idea, I’m gonna go to dollar tree and get a couple of plastic ones and use those. I wish I had a separate laundry room, that makes my bathroom so cluttered, unfortunately, my house doesn’t have much storage space.
So beautiful. I am now finding idea for my new house. it look simple and fresh. Thank for your sharing!