9 Clever Ways To Use Baskets To Keep Your Bathroom Organized

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Bathrooms are often one of the smallest rooms in any home; they're also spaces that can get cluttered quickly. With so many items in bathrooms, from towels to beauty products to cleaning supplies, keeping things organized can be challenging. Does it seem like you're forever googling tips to help keep your bathroom clutter-free? You're far from alone. Thankfully, there's a cheap, accessible solution you might already have at home or can easily get from any big box retailer. You can use baskets as part of your bathroom storage routine. Stow away spare toilet rolls, contain dirty laundry, gather up your kids' bath toys, get shower essentials off the stall floor, and so much more.

There are lots of styles of baskets to use in your bathroom. Woven baskets, for example, aren't just practical; they're stylish, too. The natural material they're made of — things like rattan, seagrass, or bamboo — adds warmth and texture to your interior design. You can take advantage of baskets with lids to hide items you don't want to look at all the time, like dirty socks. There are plastic and metal baskets that are not only functional but better survive the high humidity of a bathroom. There's pretty much no limit to what you can store in baskets, too. In the bathroom, that could include everything from towels and washcloths to beauty products and cleaners. If you want to ditch the clutter, consider using baskets in all sizes, shapes, and materials to create an easily navigable bathroom.

Having extra toilet paper rolls in the bathroom makes a lot of sense. Running out while doing your business is inconvenient to say the least. You don't want it still wrapped in tacky plastic packaging or sitting loose on the vanity countertop, collecting dust. That's an immediate space-clutterer. Instead, keep them organized in a woven basket that sits on the toilet tank or the floor nearby. If you get a basket with walls taller than the rolls, you won't even see them. It's the secret bathroom DIY that's perfect for storing (and hiding) toilet paper.

A lidded wicker basket is a stylish laundry basket you need in your home — and in your bathroom, in particular. They keep your dirty clothing off the floor and away from the excessive moisture of this space. No longer will you splash your clothes with water as you step out of a shower or the bath. Having a laundry basket in a bathroom makes practical sense, too. It's where you take your clothes off to wash away the day or get changed out of your pajamas in the morning. Plus, removing clothes from the floor reduces clutter.

If you're someone who rolls your towels and washcloths instead of folding them, store them in a basket. It keeps the towels organized, looks stylish, and makes a feature of your linens. Towels stored in a basket are easily accessible: you can quickly grab one right when you need it and they can be moved wherever you need them most. You can keep your basket-contained towels next to the bathtub or shower stall, under the sink, or on a shelf. It all depends on what works best for you and your family.

If you have children, toys are likely a big part of bath time. Plastic mesh baskets are a great option for storing bath toys. They basket itself keeps all the toys out of the tub and organized, while the mesh allows the water to drain away, reducing mold growth. Store the toy-filled baskets next to the bathtub or put them away under the sink to be pulled out only when needed. You can even get baskets with suction cups that stick to the bathroom wall, like this mDesign Hanging Plastic Bath Toy Holder.

Small, soft baskets can be used to keep makeup and beauty products organized. The flexible sides of these baskets squish easily into drawers, allowing you to create your own compartments for different types of products. If you get baskets with handles, you can pull them out and plop them on the vanity countertop as needed. It's also a great way to ensure small items don't fall down the drain. Alternatively, make a feature of a cute animal-shaped basket, like this adorable Leefasy Woven Squirrel Basket, for both storage and décor.

Storing certain cleaning supplies in the bathroom makes perfect sense. At the same time, it can create unwanted clutter — the bottles, brushes, and sponges aren't necessarily aesthetically pleasing. With the help of plastic baskets, you can keep all your cleaning supplies together in a way that's mess-free and stylish. Store the basket under the sink or in a discreet corner next to the toilet or vanity. They can easily be pulled out when you need them, but they're hidden from sight most of the time.

If you have a large bathroom vanity with space on the countertop for décor and lifestyle accessories, you can use a basket to keep everything contained. The basket itself elevates the look of your decorative items — from candles to scent diffusers to houseplants — without adding more visual clutter. If you choose the right style of basket, you'll enhance the interior design of the space, too. We recommend using a woven basket with low sides; it won't hide the aesthetic objects you place inside of it.

Waterproof baskets can be used in shower stalls to hold all your cleaning essentials, from body brushes and loofahs to shampoo and liquid bath soap. These baskets can take the place of the standard but often unattractive shower caddies, particularly in smaller showers. It's definitely a more affordable option than renovating your shower to install built-in shelving. Outdoor options, like this Quincry Hanging Woven Wicker Basket, are great because they're designed to withstand rain, are deep enough to store bottles, and are sturdy enough to hang accessories from the rim.

Wire baskets are a great option for keeping everything you need to tame your hair organized and in one place. Fill the basket with brushes and combs and, if it's large enough, even small appliances like hairdryers, straighteners, and curling irons. If the basket you're using isn't that pretty, hide it away under the vanity sink. Or go for a simple black wire basket, which is guaranteed to match with any design palette or aesthetic. If you choose a reflective metal basket, it may even make a dark bathroom feel brighter.