We want to help you transform your bathroom. Have you noticed that it is usually one of the smallest rooms and at the same time one of the busiest? For this reason, it is important to have smart solutions that allow that traffic to be fluid and that the space is kept orderly.

It is time to focus attention on improving it so that it responds better to family needs and is more comfortable. From the hand of IKEA, we give you some guidelines to achieve it.

1. A bit of order to transform your bathroom

Colorful shelves in the bathroom.
Photo courtesy of: Pinterest.

The first step to having an orderly and functional bathroom is to review all the products you store. To do this, it is best to remove everything from drawers, shelves or cabinets and classify them into three categories : the ones you use every day, occasionally and never.

What you never use is taking away precious space and it is time to get rid of it. Afterwards, you will have to place what you use every day in the most easily accessible areas so that it is at hand. Finally, what you only need occasionally you can locate in the areas of the bathroom with less accessibility.

Also take into account the products you have in stock for when the ones you are using are exhausted (gels, toilet paper, creams, etc.). These can be stored in less accessible areas.

2. Organize by function

Tidy up the bathroom.

A very useful way to organize your bathroom products is to do it by function. That way, it will be easy for you to locate and save them after each use and this will facilitate the order. For this, you can use baskets, boxes or toiletry bags.

An example would be grouping the products you need every day into categories such as daily care for the face, mouth, body, shaving, makeup, feminine hygiene, etc.

3. Together but not scrambled

Plastic baskets for the bathroom.
Plastic baskets / DHgate.com

In the family bathroom there are usually products for common use but also those for exclusive use. We give you some ideas to organize the latter so that each member of the family has their belongings stored separately :

  • Shelves or drawers assigned to each member of the family.
  • Individual toiletry bags with a defined place to leave them.
  • Separate toothbrush glasses.
  • Towels by color to make sure they are only used by their owner. Another idea is to embroider an initial on each towel.
  • If you lack space, a cart can be a good idea so that everyone has their things stored on each shelf.
  • Commitment on the part of all to collect both common and own products and leave them in their place when they finish using them.

4. Take advantage of every inch to transform your bathroom

Furniture for small bathrooms
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When it comes to transforming your bathroom, space can be a problem. But there are several alternatives that can help you gain extra centimeters:

  • Analyze for a moment the space you have on the toilet; it is often wasted and a few simple shelves or a narrow wall unit can be a smart storage solution .
  • Take advantage of the gap left over the door to mount some shelves and store larger products such as towels or toilet paper.
  • Put a hanger on the door; It is a good solution for bathrobes or towels.

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Extra storage space

RÅSKOG trolley
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Surely your bathroom has more storage capacity than you imagine and we are going to show you. Check out these suggestions for the space to grow:

  • Mirror cabinets: Have you ever considered replacing your mirror with a mirror cabinet? It will have the same function but with a plus of storage.
  • Shelves: they are a very practical and simple solution that allows you to take advantage of any wall surface and turn it into storage space .
  • Wardrobes: there are different dimensions, medium height and down to the floor. If you have a clear wall, they are the ideal solution to keep the bathroom in order.
  • Drawers: the favorites to save space and have everything organized and at hand.
  • Carts: they allow you to optimize space and as they have wheels they are easy to move.

5. A warm and welcoming space

Bathtub with salts and candles.

Even the smallest bathrooms can become a nice and cozy space. With a few small details you can get it:

  • Have bluetooth speaker handy to enjoy music while you shower, apply a beauty treatment or get ready.
  • Candles decorate and add a delicious aroma to your bathroom. Essential to have a moment of relaxation. 
  • Decorative elements such as paintings or photos allow you to personalize the bathroom and can give it a very intimate touch.
  • If you have children, a nice corner with stories and toys can be practical and decorative.

Transform your bathroom with these simple steps and allow the whole family to enjoy the space. Also, it is important that it is kept in order and that each member has convenient access to your products.