Simple & functional bathroom decor
/Bathrooms should be welcoming too, am I right?
Though it might seem odd to talk about decorating a bathroom, these rooms are areas we spend a significant amount of time in and spaces guests often see as well. Don't get me wrong, I understand these rooms need to be fit for purpose but I strongly believe form and function can indeed coexist! So I’ve laid out some quick, easy, affordable and functional bathroom decor ideas utilizing items you may already have on hand! And if not, I’ve selected a few products to help complete your space. Let’s dive in!
First, let’s talk about baskets! My entire house is full of them! For the bathrooms, I use baskets to hold rolled up towels, bars of soap, extra toilet paper rolls and even as attractive trash cans (with liners). I was blessed to purchase the particular baskets pictured below from a craftswoman in Haiti but I’ve linked some other good options. Be sure to keep an eye out at your local thrift stores too; they tend to have large collections of baskets at very affordable prices.
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For your countertops, decor can also be attractive and functional. Try adding refillable, decorative soap dispensers vs. the usual disposable plastic ones - not only are they pretty, they’re good for the environment too! There are so many beautiful dispensers to choose from; I’ve linked a few here to get you thinking about the different possibilities and what style you find most attractive. If you choose a clear dispenser, I would recommend using a clear soap as well. I buy the large refill bottles of Softsoap Coconut and Warm Ginger for use in all my bathrooms and the kitchen.
Another idea for countertop items is to use clear decorative jars filled with q-tips, flossers, bath salts, etc. They look great and keep your frequently used items within arms reach. Consider larger jars to store soap with pretty wrappers (or plain white unwrapped bars) and cotton balls.
If you’re like me and prefer your counters to be clear of less attractive toiletry items used on a daily basis, you might be asking, “Ok, but what about all the other stuff I normally keep on my counters?” The method I’ve found that works best for me is to contain all these items into one bin I take out in the morning and/or evening when I actually need to use them, but can be tucked away, quickly and easily, under my sink the rest of the day. I prefer to use plastic bins in the bathroom for easy cleaning should any of my products ever spill or leak and I would also recommend a bin with taller sides to keep larger size items from tipping over. I’ve linked a few great options below.
Another way to liven up your space is with decorative hand towels and rugs. I’m particularly fond of this idea for powder bathrooms; to me, these spaces can handle more whimsy and textiles are a great way to add just that. Here’s a few of my favorites finds in this category:
Lastly, don’t be afraid to use candles, pops of greenery (real or faux), small tabletop mirrors and other decorative items, depending on the amount of space you have, to make your bathrooms feel warm and welcoming.
P.S. I also found these awesome plastic, amber colored pump bottles to use for shampoo and conditioner in the shower. You can use labels if you so desire; I simply wrote S and C with a Sharpie on the bottom of mine to be able to differentiate between the two. Comes in an affordable set of 4 and would work great for hand soap as well!
What do you use to decorate your bathrooms? I’d love to hear in the comments below!
With love,
Dena
If you’re interested in more tips about organization, check out these blog posts: A mom’s guide to organization and Clear the clutter.
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