No Messy Shelves: The Simple Solution From IKEA Perfect For Your Bathroom

Keeping your bathroom nicely organized might seem like it's an easy task, but in reality it can be deceptively difficult to achieve. If you're constantly battling a cluttered vanity or messy bathroom shelves, there are better ways to maintain a tidy bathroom. One approach is to track down a storage solution that can do some of the heavy lifting. IKEA's HUSBYÅN Wall Cabinet gives off old-school locker vibes and could help maximize your bathroom storage.

Retailing for $29.99, the HUSBYÅN is a simple box that can be used as-is on a flat surface or can be mounted to the wall of your bathroom. The cabinet measures 4 ⅜ inches deep by 14 ¾ inches high by 11 inches wide, and the inside is divided into five compartments — some short, which are ideal for storing small bottles of creams or rolls of floss, and others that are taller and can accommodate bigger bottles — but you can remove shelves if you find it better suits your needs. While the box is powder coated to make it appropriate for use in humid spaces, its care notes state that you should wipe away any wet marks to protect its condition. The cabinet is available in two colors — gray-beige and dark green — allowing you to choose what best reflects your personal style.

At the time of writing, customers had given the cabinet a 4.5-star average from nearly 20 reviews. Customers praise its appearance and utility, with one five-star review on IKEA's website stating "It's so difficult to find something of this quality in a size this small. I highly recommend it!" It is a great, inexpensive item to organize your bathroom with.

If you want to add a personal touch to your home decor, the flat surface of the cabinet could easily be decorated with a stencil in a contrasting color. Since the cabinet is powder coated, you'll have to take the appropriate preparation steps, which include lightly sanding the surface, and applying suitable primer so the new paint sticks. For another take on personalizing the HUSBYÅN, some IKEA customers mention pairing theirs with an affordable LÖNSÅS mirror ($4.99), which converts the piece into a glorified medicine cabinet.

Beyond using this in the bathroom, the HUSBYÅN could easily be installed in other areas of the home that would benefit from an extra boost in storage. It could, for example, be a helpful addition to a mudroom or foyer where you can fill it with wallets, keys, and sunglasses. One IKEA customer writes, "I mounted it on my wall, and it has become the perfect place to keep my keys and sunglasses. The color and design are absolutely beautiful. Since it's made of metal, I can also attach photos to it with magnets, which is a great bonus." The magnetic surface of the cabinet also means it can hold important papers on the outside, like your grocery list or library receipt. It will help maximize space in style, both in and out of the bathroom.