Bathroom sink areas are some of the most used areas in the entire bathroom design. Because of this, it is important for this area to be as accessible as possible. This needs to be true in terms of both comfort and storage space. The space under your sink can be optimized in order to maximize storage and access to your bathroom items and accessories. This guide will detail how you will be able to use the storage space under your bathroom sink for some amazing additional storage.
Use a Bathroom Vanity
One of the most common ways to utilize storage space is through the use of a bathroom vanity. Bathroom vanities are common in both commercial and residential bathrooms. They are great at holding and storing essentially any items you may need when going through your bathroom routine. These items mainly include items that you do not need immediately. This can be extra toilet paper, towels, a plunger, toilet brush holder and various other items.
Bathroom vanities are typically wall mounted or freestanding. Both of these designs offer some additional storage space, other than inside the vanity drawers or cabinets. For example, there is space underneath the vanity for even more storage options. In a kids bathroom, a step stool can be stored under the vanity for immediate access. In addition, other bathroom accessories can be stored there as well, such as a scale or a mat. There are various other possibilities as well, making bathroom vanities amazing options to consider when it comes to the storage space under your bathroom vanity.
Organizing the Inside the Vanity
The inside of a vanity can differ depending on what type of vanity is involved. Due to this, there are different options you may have when it comes to how you can store items inside of your vanity. Individual storage options can be placed inside your vanity to further organize and access your items. Below is a list of some of the best ways you can organize the inside of your vanity for maximum efficiency and accessibility.
Best Ways to Organize
- Clear Bins - Clear bins will allow you to organize your items while still knowing what exactly is in each bin. This is a great option to keep your items safe as well, as the bins will serve as a form of protection. Depending on what you need to store, this can be one of the best options to consider when it comes to storage under your bathroom sink.
- Wire Baskets - Similar to clear bins, wire baskets comfortably hold and organize your bathroom items. Because they are wire, you can see through them to see exactly where your bathroom essentials are. In addition, wire baskets are stylish options, with many different styles and colors to choose from.
- Door Shelves - As one of the most convenient options to consider, door shelves can maximize the space and accessibility of the storage space inside your bathroom vanity. Door shelves can hold various small items and accessories for extremely easy access. Simply open the door and your items are readily available.
- Drawer Dividers - If your vanity has drawers, drawer dividers are a must. They divide your drawers into sections in which you can organize small items. This way, you will not have to dig through your drawers to find specific items such as q-tips, bobby pins, band aids and other similar items.
- Hooks - Using hooks inside a vanity is a versatile way to hold many different items. They can hold towels, hangers, caddies and essentially any other item that can be held on a hook. Hooks are amazing storage options for inside a bathroom vanity, especially under your bathroom sink.
How Shelves can Save You Space
If you have a wall mounted bathroom sink, you probably do not have a vanity underneath it. If this is the case for you, consider implementing a shelf or two underneath your sink. This can be a great alternative to a bathroom vanity. However, there are a few key differences. First of all, shelves will not be covered. This is great for displaying your items that need to be stored. Towel and bathroom accessories are great decorative items to display here. However, this means the items will not be covered.
Secondly, shelves make items readily available. You will not have to open any cabinets or drawers to access your items. Shelves can be made of beautiful materials as well, bringing a great element of class and elegance to a design. Materials such as glass, solid brass and wood are great options to consider when deciding on the design of the shelves under your bathroom sink.
Don’t Forget a Laundry Basket!
If you have some open space under your bathroom sink, consider putting a laundry basket there. The inclusion of a laundry basket is important for the overall health and organization of a bathroom design. Due to this, using one in your design is almost a must. By putting it under your sink, you will be able to put your laundry in a dedicated location for your laundry. This way, your bathroom will not have an issue with dirty linens or laundry being scattered around the area, waiting to be picked up and cleaned.
The Perfect Place for a Wastebasket
Much like a laundry basket, wastebaskets are basically essential in a bathroom design. With the space under your bathroom sink, consider this a great place for a wastebasket. Because a bathroom sink area may have a decent amount of trash around it (q-tips, empty toothpaste, band-aids, etc.), having a wastebasket readily available is very crucial to the health of the area. This will keep your bathroom space clean and clear of any unsightly waste or trash that may scatter around the area.
Just Keep It Open
If you don’t have any need for additional space for storage, simply keep the space under your bathroom sink open. This could benefit your bathroom in two ways. First, it can make your bathroom feel more open and accessible. The free space is great for mobility and comfort. Secondly, if you keep the space open now, you will have a great place to store items in the future, if you need the space. Do not feel as though you need to use every inch of your space immediately. There will most likely come a time when the space under the sink needs to be used, so make sure you are using it wisely.