Turn A Few Leftover Household Materials Into A Gorgeous Toilet Paper Storage Solution

Everyone keeps extra toilet paper on hand, but that doesn't mean you want to display it for company to see! Instead of hiding your rolls in a closet or under the sink, you can build a charming storage cabinet out of materials you might already have lying around the house. To make it, you're going to need scrap wood, a few tools, and a willingness to put in some time and effort. It's a versatile solution that can give your bathroom a cozy upgrade.

Those who love DIY home improvement projects usually have leftover wood in their garage or basement. However, if you don't have any, you can get creative and use other materials instead, like tin cans. You can also purchase pieces of wood at stores like Lowe's or Home Depot without spending a fortune. While there, you're also going to need hinges, cabinet handles, and paint. Choose a color that matches your bathroom so that the piece can blend in, as opposed to being a big statement. Also, onlays like these Metany Unpainted Wood Appliques make fantastic additions.

Start by creating the outside of the cabinet using 1/2-inch sanded plywood. You'll be crafting a rectangular-shaped piece of furniture that's not very deep, as you don't want it to take up a lot of space in the bathroom. Before adding in shelves, measure to make sure each one will be able to fit rolls of toilet paper (even the big kinds). Depending on the height of your cabinet, attach two to three shelves, then add the same number of doors using hinges. Next, glue on the wood appliques of your choice, and paint the entire piece. Once dry, screw in the handles.

You should now have a clever toilet paper storage solution that looks beautiful in your bathroom. What's wonderful is that this DIY cabinet would work perfectly for more than just toilet paper, especially since it has separate levels for organization. It could hold hair products, tubes of toothpaste, soap, and other hygiene items that you want out of sight but still in close reach. Complete it by placing some new bathroom decor on top.

If you're not very handy with tools or don't have access to wood, you can make a different toilet paper storage solution out of three leftover giant tin cans. Using a can opener, remove the bottoms of two of the cans. The third can (that still has a bottom) will act as the base. Now, add glue to the top rim of the base can, and place one of the other cans on top. Repeat this step until all three cans are stacked like a tower. Spray paint the cans all one color and let the piece dry.

One way to decorate this toilet paper holder is by sealing colorful scrapbook paper onto it using Mod Podge. Then, glue fake flowers and ribbon all over the cans. Set it in the corner of your bathroom, and you now have a place to store extra toilet paper — although it'll look just like lovely home decor. If you'd prefer a marble or wood finish, you can easily cover the tin cans with contact paper, which comes in a variety of designs. It's a great solution for hiding T.P. while adding a touch of beauty to your space.