The
bathroom is a central location in every home and plays a major role in everyday
life, especially in the mornings and at bedtime. Despite this, or maybe
precisely for this reason, tidiness
in the bathroom is sometimes neglected. Everything has to be done
quickly and there often isn't enough time to clean up. But it's not too
difficult to keep your
bathroom tidy if you rely on a few simple tricks. We'll show you how
it's done – it's very simple and can be used in any bathroom.
Organization Tip 1: Sort Things Regularly
Organization Tip 1:
Sort Things Regularly
More so than in most other rooms, a whole slew of different items can accumulate in the bathroom over time. This includes everything from cosmetic samples to unused perfumes and aftershaves to various cleaning products. In order to keep your bathroom tidy, things need to be sorted out on a regular basis. Pay particular attention to the following products:
1. Cosmetic samples:
Cosmetic samples can quickly become a problem for keeping your bathroom tidy when these little bottles and bags start piling up. If you want to try out a new product, it's best to use it up right away – otherwise it can be very easy to forget.
2. Gifts:
Perfumes and other cosmetic items make popular gifts. However, if a fragrance or a color doesn't suit your personal tastes, you should consider whether you really want to keep the product or not. As an alternative, someone else might really enjoy it. If you have someone in mind, you can always pass it along.
3. Expired Products:
Many bathroom and cosmetic items have an expiration date that should be taken into account. Sunscreen, for example, shouldn't be used after 30 months from the date of manufacture. You should also dispose of empty or almost empty products, or use them up as soon as possible.
Our tip:
Place almost empty products within easy reach and in plain sight so you use
them up rather than forgetting about them in a drawer.
Organization Tip 2: Actively Put Things Away
Organization Tip 2:
Actively Put Things Away
It's
not particularly hard to create order in the bathroom when everything has its own dedicated
space. Only leave items out if you always need them at hand or if you want them
displayed. Any other items should be put away. However, small bathrooms
or bathrooms that don't have a great layout for bathroom cabinets
can present a challenge. In these cases, practical items can help you keep your
bathroom looking tidy:
1. Baskets:
There's a good reason that
raffia and wickerwork are often found in bathrooms. Visually speaking, they
often fit in very well with the decor. Baskets in different shapes and sizes
are a great way to store odds and ends in your bathroom.
2. Trays:
Trays can also help to
convey a sense of tidiness
in the bathroom. You can arrange the care products you need on a small
tray, for example, and you'll have everything right at hand.
If
you don't have enough storage space in your bathroom but you do have the space
for it, you can also think about creating additional storage space in your bathroom.
Organization Tip 3: Use a Bathroom Organization System
Organization Tip 3:
Use a Bathroom Organization System
The "out of sight, out of mind" principle may work in the short term, but without an organization system in your bathroom cabinet it will also be difficult to keep the rest of your bathroom organized too. Especially for larger cabinets, drawers and vanity units, it is worth thinking about using a bathroom organization system. These systems make it easy to organize the interior of your bathroom cabinets and, like baskets and trays, they provide a dedicated space for all of your items.
Organization Tip 4: Simple Cleaning Routine
Organization Tip 4:
Simple Cleaning Routine
How often the bathroom should be cleaned depends quite a lot on the number of people that use it and the types of products used on a regular basis. That's why it's not possible to make a general recommendation. When it comes to bathroom organization, the ideas don't have to be overly elaborate – sometimes the simplest things can make a big difference. You can achieve a lot just by taking a few quick steps on a regular basis. These three basic guidelines are essential for an efficient cleaning routine, and having a clean bathroom makes it a lot easier to keep your bathroom tidy:
1. Wipe the sink down:
The sink is without a doubt one of the most used items in the bathroom. Because
of this, remnants of use such as toothpaste and soap residue can quickly build
up here. Simply wipe your sink down with a cloth or a sponge a few times a
week. It takes no time at all but it makes a big difference.
2. Wipe and squeegee the shower:
After use, a lot of water is usually left on the
shower walls and it also works its way into the joints. This can potentially
lead to mold formation in certain conditions. There's an easy fix for this:
Simply wipe the walls with a towel after using the shower. Using a squeegee on glass walls and tilework also prevents stubborn
spots and limescale deposits from taking hold.
3. Clean the toilet:
Of course, cleaning the toilet is
a must. But cleaning it at regular, short intervals will save you a lot of
effort in the long run. For hygiene reasons alone, care should be taken to make
sure that the toilet is completely clean after each use.
By the way:Rimless toilets are particularly easy
to care for and minimal time and energy is needed to keep them clean.
Organization Tip 5: Combine Order and Style
Organization Tip 5:
Combine Order and Style
Keeping your bathroom tidy isn't always fun and games – unless there's extra motivation! This is where the creating an aesthetic comes into play. When you keep your bathroom in a specific style, the way you'll want to arrange your items and furniture often comes naturally. This will make it easier to identify potentially troublesome items such as excess cosmetic products and put them away or sort them out accordingly. The following points should be considered:
1. Hanging or folding towels:
Regardless of whether towels are hung on the
door or next to the sink area, they should be hung neatly next to each other for a tidy overall look.
If you have several towels, you can also make sure that the colors and sizes go
well together. If you have clean spare towels on your shelf ready to be used,
you can roll them or fold them to create an appealing aesthetic.
2. Arrange things deliberately:
Bathroom accessories, cosmetics and personal
care products add to the overall look. Beautifully designed products can create
a visual appeal and make your bathroom look even more elegant. For optimal tidiness in the bathroom,
you should also combine matching colors and sizes – you can store any items
that don't match in a cabinet.
By the way:You can find more information on this topic in our article about
using colors in the bathroom.