The Wicker Vase Hack That Makes A Much Cuter Bathroom Trashcan

If you're looking to add character to your bathroom, you might want to consider upgrading your trash can with this wicker vase hack. Many people use a traditional plastic container or one with a foot pedal. While they serve a good purpose, they aren't very attractive. A bathroom trash can is a necessity that tends to be more practical — but with a couple of easy swaps, it's possible to have it be a piece of décor as well. Place it in the corner, and it can be both useful and adorable.

It all starts with hunting down a large wicker vase or urn-style planter. These types of vases are typically used to decorate a living room or bedroom and can be filled with gorgeous fake flowers, plants, or branches. If you want to give them another use, though, they can also become a bathroom trash can alternative. Wicker vases can be found in home décor stores or, if you're lucky, at garage or estate sales. It's a décor item you shouldn't overlook at an estate sale or thrift store. The key is to find one that is the right size to serve as a bathroom trash can. It should have a height that works well and also an opening that is big enough for easy disposing and emptying. Then, you'll just add a smaller plastic planter inside to serve as a liner.

For this hack, you'll also want to grab a medium-sized plastic planter or trash can that fits inside the wicker vase completely. This will serve as a liner for the trash can. Since these plastic planters are very common and come in a variety of sizes, make sure you get your hands on the wicker vase first. That way, you can make sure the planter fits nicely inside of it. All you have to do now is put a plastic bag into the planter, place the container inside the vase, and voilà, it's now a beautiful-looking trashcan that you don't need to try and hide. You could also use a wicker basket instead, just as long as it's a shape that would work well for this purpose.

It's a very interesting upcycle that can bring some style to your bathroom. Will it work well for your household? That's up to you to decide! One downside is that a wicker vase doesn't have a cover — so it's not ideal for keeping garbage out of sight, which could be especially awkward if it's in a bathroom that company uses. This, too, could be an issue if you have cats or dogs that love to get into the trash, since they could easily snatch up things they're not supposed to. If you still want to try out this clever alternative without having your garbage exposed, keep your eyes open for a wicker container with a lid. Or, you could also get crafty and make a lid yourself, decorating it with fake greenery so that it helps hide it even more.