The best shelving idea is the one that brings functionality and style to an otherwise dull-looking space. For everything that a shelf does, it is an incredibly important part of any bathroom. Apart from adorning the many décor accessories that can instantly make your bathroom pop up, shelves accommodate all your toiletries and bath essentials.
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While it’s common for bathrooms to have shelves above the toilet, there are some ultra-fashionable shelving options that can bring a relaxing feel and warmth to your bathroom without making it look dated. Be it a tiny bathroom with no counter space or a large master bath, you will find some budget-friendly, easy to implement shelving options here that will make you want to stay inside the bathroom forever.
Apart from helping you maximize every inch of the available space, these ideas have been curated keeping in mind the need to make your bathroom look like the epitome of class and elegance. Be sure to check these out and mark some as inspiration for when you plan to give your bathroom a stunning makeover:
1. A Makeshift Wooden Shelf
A movable or a makeshift wooden shelf can be a great storage option for small bathrooms. Apart from having storage space that is enough to hold all your bathroom essentials, wooden shelves bring a touch of nature to the bathroom with their subtle earthy tones. Unlike a high wall-mounting shelf, hardwood shelves are easy to clean and have a really long life.
This three-tiered makeshift shelf, for example, perfectly goes with the white and brown color palette of the bathroom and can easily be moved away or painted in a different color if you plan to redesign your bathroom in future. Isn’t that amazing?
2. Storage Ladder For Clothes
Gone are the days when you had to install a wall-mounting towel stand for storing clothes and towels. Storage ladders are being adopted today as a stylish shelving option in bathrooms across the world.
The designer of this guest bathroom has managed to save a lot of space by bringing a sturdy 4-step storage ladder in place of a towel stand. It not only serves as an easy-to-move storage option but also doubles up as an attractive décor piece in a bathroom that is built on the concept of nature.
3. A Stylish Wall Mounting Shelf
Wall mounting shelves bring purpose and functionality to a space and are often the best option for small bathrooms.
This black wall-mounted shelf serves as a contrasting factor against the soft blue walls of the bathroom and has enough storage space for bath essentials and some potted greenery. Don’t forget to notice the towel hanging hooks that make this shelf a lot more useful than you think.
4. Add A Bench
Look around in your bathroom for any unused space that can be furnished with a bench. Though benches are meant to serve as a seating option in bathrooms, they are mostly used to hold bath essentials and décor accessories.
While some bathrooms are spacious enough to accommodate a long bench that can be used for seating as well as storage (see the image below), others don’t have the luxury of space. In that case, you can go for a small wooden table or stool to hold towels or some of your daily bath essentials.
5. Floating Shelves
When nothing else works, floating shelves do. Floating shelves, besides being the most affordable shelving idea, double up as a décor accessory thereby making your bathroom look classic and elegant in an instant. There’s a multitude of floating shelves available out there for you to choose from. Be sure to go with the ones that match the overall vibe of your bathroom.
This bathroom wall, for example, has been accessorized with long wooden shelves in a classic grey color that perfectly complements its white backdrop. Not only do these shelves provide sufficient storage space for all the toiletries and bath essentials but they also adorn some great décor pieces to make this gorgeous space a bit more welcoming.
6. Open Mirrored Shelf
If you’re a fan of multi-purpose storage options, this open mirrored shelf can be your perfect bathroom buddy. It’s a great decorative shelving option for bathrooms or powder rooms that don’t have enough space on the countertop. With a wooden frame around the mirror, this shelf brings an accent of nature to this bathroom and perfectly complements the hardwood shelf below the sink.
7. Put Recessed Shelves In A Wall
While this shelving idea needs a little more work than the other options, it can take up the elegance factor of your bathroom to a whole new level.
The designer of this bathroom, which by the way has a large and spacious floor area to accommodate cabinets and makeshift shelves, has chosen to have a classic floating shelf above the bathtub area and a recessed wall with an ornate frame around it.
If your bathroom is too small to build a recessed shelf as large as the one shown in the image, you can go for relatively smaller recessed shelves that are spacious enough to store a few of your bath essentials.
8. Below The Sink Storage
If you are looking to make the most of those itsy-bitsy spaces in your bathroom, build a shelf below the sink or vanity.
The designer of this classic white bathroom has managed to bring style and functionality by having white open shelves under the sink. Besides working in contrast with the dark wooden countertop, the shelves perfectly match the color palette of the bathroom thereby making it look cohesive and welcoming. Isn’t it gorgeous?
Now that you know how easy and affordable it is to add some very stylish shelving options to your bathroom, I hope you feel inspired to give your bathroom a stunning makeover and transform it into a relaxing zone. Being a space where you step in to relax and ease yourself, your bathroom deserves all the love you can extend its way.