Storage Ideas for Small Bathrooms (That Even a House Full of Kids Can Handle)

Storage Ideas for Small Bathrooms (That Even a House Full of Kids Can Handle)
By Melissa Elliott, your favorite Realtor, mom, and lover of all things clever and practical

Let’s talk about small bathrooms. You know the ones—where you do the shampoo shuffle every time you shower, there’s a pile of hair ties multiplying in the drawer like rabbits, and somehow five towels end up on one hook. Been there. Lived there. Raised four kids there.

So if your bathroom feels more like a broom closet with plumbing, don't worry. I've rounded up some genius storage ideas that’ll make even the tiniest bathroom feel like it belongs in a luxury spa (well, close enough). These tips are perfect whether you're staging your home to sell or just trying to make your mornings less chaotic.

1. Over-the-Toilet Shelving: Because That Wall's Just Sitting There

That blank space above your toilet? Prime real estate. A cute wooden shelf or a ladder-style unit adds instant storage without eating up floor space. Stack up extra towels, a candle or two, and some woven bins to hide your less photogenic stuff (lookin’ at you, cotton swabs and half-used lotions).

2. Hooks, Hooks, and More Hooks

Towel bars are fine and all, but hooks are where it’s at—especially if your household includes tiny humans who never hang things neatly. Put them behind the door, on the wall, or even inside cabinet doors. Bonus: everyone gets their own hook, which might just prevent towel wars.

3. Magnetic Strips for the Win

This one feels like a Pinterest-level life hack: install a magnetic strip inside your medicine cabinet or drawer to hold tweezers, nail clippers, bobby pins, and other metal odds and ends that love to disappear. It’s like giving your small tools their own VIP section.

4. Rolling Carts: Your Bathroom MVP

Slim rolling carts are the Swiss Army knife of small spaces. Tuck one between the toilet and sink or next to the shower. It can hold everything from toilet paper to hair products, and you can roll it out of sight if guests are coming over and you need to fake a clean space fast.

5. Use Vertical Space Like You’re Climbing the Storage Ladder

If floor space is limited (and let’s be real—it is), think vertical. Stack shelves, hang tall cabinets, or add tiered wall storage. Even a row of small floating shelves can hold jars, jars, and more jars—filled with Q-tips, bath salts, cotton balls, and all those bathroom bits that need homes.

6. Tiered Trays Aren’t Just for Cupcakes

You know those cute tiered serving trays? They’re not just for baby showers. Use one on the counter to organize perfumes, skincare, or makeup. It adds a little charm and a whole lot of functionality. Just don’t be surprised if guests think you're way fancier than you actually are.

7. Baskets + Labels = Sanity

Woven baskets are my go-to for hiding the chaos while still looking like I have it all together (spoiler alert: I don’t). Toss in washcloths, toilet paper rolls, or kid bath toys, slap on a label, and boom—organized and adorable.

Final Thought:
Whether you're prepping your home to sell or just trying to make your morning routine less of a rodeo, a little bathroom organization goes a long way. And remember, even a small bathroom can feel mighty with the right setup—just like a good Texas mama.

Want more tips like these or thinking about buying/selling a home that actually has the bathroom space you need?
📲 Call or text me—Melissa Elliott, your Real Estate Wrangler. I’ve got the know-how and grit to help you wrangle the perfect home.