Reuse A Vintage Mirror Frame To Make A One-Of-A-Kind Towel Rack

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It's often said that you can never have enough space, especially in your bathroom. These small rooms are crucial to housing our essential daily grooming and hygiene products, and sometimes, finding enough storage space can be a struggle. Though many bathrooms come with storage cabinets, shelving, and at least one towel rack, this may not be sufficient if you live with multiple people or require lots of space. Fortunately, TikTok channel Family Handyman has shared an easy bathroom storage hack that allows you to incorporate a swanky vintage touch to your bathroom and build a new linen landing spot at the same time. It involves grabbing that old dust-collecting vintage mirror frame in the garage, a couple of cans of paint, and a few towel hooks. The frame will serve as a decorative border for the towel hooks, and the paints will help enhance the overall aesthetic.   

Additional items for the project include a set of Botius artificial grape leaves, cream and dark-colored paints (the dark paint used in this hack is Urbane Bronze by Sherwin-Williams), a vinyl sticker, a brad nailer, bathroom towel hooks, a power drill like this Deko Pro cordless model, and drywall screws. If you're struggling to squeeze several towels on a single rack, or looking for a way to repurpose that amazing vintage frame you don't want to toss, this DIY towel storage solution may be just what you're looking for. It's great for even the novice DIYer and can be completed in under two hours.

This alternative to a traditional towel bar can maximize bathroom space and add a stylish vintage touch without a complete room makeover. Start by grabbing a pencil and outlining the inner portion of the vintage frame, while holding it steady on the wall. Then, wipe down the area to remove any dust. After laying down a tarp, use the Urbane Bronze or your preferred color to paint the outlined area.

Once the paint dries, nail the frame onto the wall. Then, dry-brush thin, faint strokes inside the frame using the cream paint. Secure the towel holders and vinyl sticker to the inside of the frame. Lastly, position your vine along the top of the frame. You can also use the cream paint on the vintage frame, and add a distressed look with sand paper. Or upgrade this fun towel rack idea by covering the wood frame with gold or silver leaf. Intertwine a short row of fairy lights with your artificial vine to add visibility and create a cozy feel during those relaxing bubble baths. Also, instead of the vinyl sticker (which may fall off due to humidity), consider writing your favorite quote in the frame using a stencil.