Skip The Shelves & Try An Easy IKEA Trick For Stylish Bathroom Storage

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While you may think that you need to install shelving in your bathroom and fill it with baskets and jars to have adequate storage, this could not be further from the truth. The reality is that if you want more storage without shelving, you can easily accomplish this goal with a cute and versatile item from IKEA and just a little effort.

In order to improve your bathroom storage, all the inspiration you need can be found via TikTok user @shemadehome. They show how they cleverly use a 2-pack of LILLASJÖN knobs ($8) from IKEA, as well as the TOLKNING hanging basket ($12.99), which is crafted from jute. Determine where you want your baskets to hang and install the knobs onto the wall, appropriately positioning them. The knobs are simple to install, only requiring a single screw to be driven into the wall. Once you've completed this step, the finishing touch is to hang your jute basket from the knob.

Your creative IKEA storage hack in the bathroom can save major space, holding items from small washcloths to bottles of products or hair styling tools. It offers storage without the extra work of levelling and measuring needed to hang shelves.

This trick showcases how easy it is to use baskets in your home for stylish storage, but there are a few considerations to bear in mind. Firstly, the LILLASJÖN knobs are unfortunately not available from the IKEA USA store, and are exclusive to Australian IKEAs. You can find a product that does a similar task on Amazon, through the Cocoya Natural Wood Wall Hooks ($17.99 for a 6-pack). These hooks have a 4.5-star average, with customers appreciating their appearance. However, some criticize the included screws, claiming that they complicate installation, most reviews are positive and recommend using a drill for appropriate installation.

Secondly, in order to successfully pull off this storage trick, make sure to properly install the hooks. This means choosing a wall that can support the hanging weight of the baskets; you'll also want to be careful to avoid overloading the baskets, or you may risk the hooks being pulled out from the wall. 

If your bathroom is a very moist setting, remember to have a good ventilation system in place, as excess humidity can be hard on the jute design of the TOLKNING baskets. Alternatively, you may need to find a non-jute basket if your bathroom lacks a window or adequate circulation, in order to avoid damaging the fibers.

Once you've seen how easy it is to implement this shelf-free storage in your bathroom, you may want to bring it into other spaces of your home. Fortunately, these hanging baskets on wall knobs can look fabulous in a variety of settings. Try to hang a basket or two in your entryway, mudroom, or foyer, where you can place items that are frequently required, like sunglasses, keys, or your wallet. This can keep your surfaces clear and do a great job of keeping your items stored in one place. You can also utilize this storage solution in the kitchen, where a hanging basket system can be used to store produce like onions and potatoes that require good ventilation in order to stay fresh.

Use hanging baskets in your closet to keep accessories — like scarves, headbands, or small purses — in an easy-to-grab spot, making it simple to get ready in the morning Finally, if your kiddos are short on space, skip installing a shelf and instead creatively add more storage space to your kid's room with this hanging basket trend. You can easily anchor a basket next to their bed, where it can be put to use holding a couple of small books, a favorite stuffed animal, or even their water bottle. With a little imagination, time, and a small budget, you can put these hard-working IKEA baskets to task, ensuring that your storage needs are met.