Best bathroom organisers: ideas for keeping your bathroom tidy and clean

Get the busiest room in the house in perfect order

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Bathrooms may be a place where we clean and preen, but ironically, they can be the most cluttered spaces in the home.

Whether you share a bathroom or have one all to yourself, keeping it spotless can be difficult - especially when you’re in the middle of a busy week. If there’s one room in the house that needs calm and order, it’s the busy bathroom.

A space to relax and get squeaky clean, no bathroom would be complete without a cabinet to store essentials like towels, loo roll and toiletries.

They’re a must-have whether you share or live alone, and there are designs to suit every taste, budget and need. Think wall mounted designs, other that fit around the base of your sink to make use of otherwise dead space and freestanding styles that would work well for those blessed with larger bathrooms. Find cabinets from the second half of our list below.

Another way to keep order in your shower room is by using organisers and storage so that towels, toiletries and other products have a proper home: a place for everything and everything in its place.

Whether you’ve decided to begin your spring cleaning routine in the bathroom or want to bring some order to the chaos in the bathroom first, here are the best organisers and cabinets for your bathroom.

See our favourites below

Elements White Ladder Shelves Unit​

This four-tiered unit is ideal for storing all kinds of bathroom-related accessories, from guest towels to soothing candles and your pricey lotions and potions. Measuring W41cm x L43cm x H120cm, it's designed to lean against the wall, minimising floor space. Self-assembly is required but for the spa-like result, we think it's worth the effort.

like-it Bricks Plastic Divider Box, Tall

Store shampoo, conditioner, body wash and all other tall toiletry products in this easy clean box. Each panel is punctuated with a series of holes, which not only gives it a cute polka dot-like look but means that water can’t collect at the bottom, keeping your favourite beauty and grooming products gunk-free.

Kennedi Perforated Metal 3 Tier Storage Trolley, Black

Trolleys are big news in the world of interiors, seamlessly giving you more storage options across the house. They’re usually set on castors, meaning that you can use it as a rolling larder in the kitchen, transform it into a drinks trolley for the lounge, or move it into the bathroom for much-needed additional storage. With deep sides on each of the three levels, this chic black trolley is perfect for housing all manner of washroom clutter, from loo rolls to towels and toiletries.

Harcas Premium Bamboo Bath Tray

Even if you’re more of a ‘shower person’, the occasional relaxing bath has a certain appeal. For those moments when you want to unwind, a bath tray or caddy can prove a real gem, allowing you easy reach to a book or the scent of your favourite luxury candle.

Made from premium organic bamboo, this compact design will help you transform your wet room into the home-spa you deserve. There's even a slot to keep your wine glass steady - bliss!

Pebbly Glass Canister with Bamboo Lid 800ml

A glass storage jar has the ability to transform your bathroom into a well-ordered universe instantly. Use this one to stock everything from bath salts to cotton wool balls.

3X Lado (SI-K1019) Under Shelf Storage Basket - 30 cm - Stainless Steel

Shelves and surfaces littered with hairbrushes, half-squeezed tubes of toothpaste and face masks you still haven’t gotten around to doing? Store them all in these wire baskets which are designed to hang beneath shelves, creating storage out of thin air. This set of three are lightweight and handy for any room, measuring 30cm x 27cm x 14cm.

Woven Toilet Roll Holder

Who hasn’t become exasperated when reaching for a fresh loo roll only to find it wrinkled from the steam of your bath or shower? Keep your toilet paper fresh in this chic basket, with the exact dimensions to neatly stack your toilet roll on top of each other. Fits three regular rolls.

House by John Lewis Bamboo Towel Stand

Allow wet towels to air dry properly with this compact silver-tone towel stand. Measuring H104 x W38 x D18.5cm, the freestanding design has a weighted base to keep things steady.

The White Company Tall Glass Storage

Many products look so much better out of their packaging. If you’re looking to cut back on your plastic consumption, pretty glass dispensers are a great place for refills. This vintage-looking jar will make an ideal home for cotton buds, cotton wool balls and cotton pads, plus plenty more knick knacks.

Lilo Bathroom Pedal Bin 3L, Brushed Brass

Every bathroom needs a bin, and this foot-pedal operated one is among the smartest we’ve seen. It can hold an impressive three litres of trash, and comes with a removable bucket so you can get rid of the contents more easily.

ZUNTO Bathroom Corner Shelf

A shower cady is endlessly helpful for storing shampoo, conditioner, razor and soap but this corner design comes with hooks as well for your washcloths as well as other bathing accessories.

The hollow carved interior means water runs straight out and it rotates too, 90 degrees for corners or a flat 180 if you want to place it on the side of your sink.

No nails needed, this comes with super strength adhesive strips that won’t damage your tiling.

Addis Under Sink Shelf Storage

Make use of all that empty space under your sink with this smart storage idea. Extendable from 39cm to nearly double at 66cm, the design is also height adjustable so you should easily be able to fit it into your existing design. What’s more, each shelf is stable enough to hold up to 10kgs! It’s a great way to store cleaning products and extra toiletries neatly out of sight.

Bathroom Storage Bucket​

Cleaning the bathroom is a chore very few of us embark on with zeal, but you can make the job a bit easier by having a dedicated space to store all your cleaning products. This basket has enough room for sprays, sponges and bottles as well as a large carrying handle so you can move your cleaning station easily to the next area that needs doing.

Clear glass makeup organiser

If you’re one to spend loads on expensive skincare and bathing products give them the setting they deserve. This gold and glass box offers twin spaces to organise your products with more dividers at the back for tubes and toothbrushes. Destined to be the star of your next bathroom #shelfie.

Bathroom cabinets

From slim tallboys stacked with shelves and to cabinets with mirrored doors that seal the clutter away, here are the best bathroom cabinets to buy now.

LED Bathroom Mirror Cabinet

If your bathroom is lacking natural light, this energy-efficient LED vanity mirror cabinet is the perfect solution. The soft lights will banish shadows from your face, perfect for applying makeup or shaving. There are three shelves behind the mirrored doors to accommodate grooming essentials. Measures 80 x 12.2 x 68cm.

Rimini Underbasin Unit

An online exclusive, this cabinet is ideal for slotting under your sink unit. Keep your cleaning products and sponges there, as well as extra hand soap and body wash - there’s a shelf inside to help with extra organisation.

House by John Lewis Ridge Tallboy Bathroom Cabinet, White

Give an empty corner fresh new purpose with a slim cabinet like this tallboy. From John Lewis’s in-house design, it comes with a closed door as well as three shelves - four if you count the top (which we do). Make use of every inch of space by adding a straw basket to the top for things you want to keep out of reach of children, pets and nosy housemates. Also available as a smaller single towel cupboard.

Reichman 70 x 164cm Over the Toilet Cabinet

There are storage options even for those squeezed on space. Take this cabinet for example; it’s designed to sit behind the loo for extra room for things like tissues, toilet roll, hand towels and maybe a scented candle. Available in grey as well as white.

Bath Vida Bathroom Cupboard 4 Drawer 1 Door

A smart cupboard with drawers to keep things like loo roll and cleaning supplies out of sight, this white wooden cabinet comes in at a great price. Measures H81 x W60 x D30cm.

Croydex Ottowa 60cm Spinning Cabinet and Mirror - Chrome

Want bathroom storage with style? Look no further than this rotating shelved cabinet that comes with little rail guards to keep your toiletries safe. What’s more the shelf is adjustable so you can fit in larger bottles more easily.

Sicily White Single-Door Mirror Cabinet

Adopt the minimalist look with this small but compact cabinet. Designed to be set over your sink, it comes with a mirror on the front, a pull handle and one shelf inside to capitalise on the space inside. Need more room? Try this double door version.

Taylor & Brown Maine Mirrored Bathroom Cabinet with Storage Shelf

Get extra storage space without taking up precious floor space with this wall-mounted cabinet. The two doors are fitted with mirrors and there’s a shelf underneath for small products you need within easy reach. Measures W56 x D13 x H58cm.

Premier Housewares Stainless Steel Medicine Cabinet

If you’re looking for somewhere to safely store medicines and other adult-only kit, a cabinet with a lock is a wise investment. This H30 x W30 x D12cm one comes with a key as well as a frosted glass door with a first aid cross etched onto the front. One shelf inside.

LILLÅNGEN High cabinet with mirror door, white

If you need storage that functions beyond somewhere to place your toothpaste and dental floss, this 30 x 21 x 194cm tallboy comes with a full length mirror on the front. There are two legs to keep it propped off the floor but you will need to attach it to a wall to keep everything stable. Also available in a black/brown colourway.

Verdict

Offering a four levels of storage option and with a stylish design, Elements White Ladder Shelves Unit is our top pick for bathroom organisation. It's compact enough to fit in most spaces and with an aesthetic that should work well for many bathroom styles.