Though you may be desperate for storage areas, a bulky over the toilet setup may cause more headaches than it is worth. The layout of many small bathrooms places the toilet in close proximity to the shower. If you put a floor to ceiling storage unit framing the toilet, you can expect it to bump up against the shower. This also leaves no room for a small trash receptacle or even a toilet brush. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Instead, try a couple of unique storage options that still occupy that unused over the toilet space. Floating shelves are very trendy, and a great option to keep the bottom portion of the wall available while providing a repository for toiletries up above. Choose from either glass, metal, or wood hanging shelves, suiting a rustic or modern theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If floating shelves feel a little too open, consider hanging shelves or a slim wall cabinet instead. Wall cabinets can keep everyone\u2019s belongings a bit more secure without taking up too much space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Repurposed crates or wire baskets are also pretty unique. They are perfect for holding toilet paper or towels. Hanging baskets, in general, give easy access to all of your bathroom necessities and provide plenty of storage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you can\u2019t pass up the over-the-toilet space-saving unit, make sure the sides surrounding the bowl are narrow. And if your toilet is a close companion to the shower, consider a unit with a low profile instead of one that nearly reaches the ceiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your bathroom has a vanity, use creative storage solutions to keep your bathroom essentials organized. Under the sink, opt for stacking bins that will help keep everything in its place and easy to find. If your vanity has drawers you can also leverage trays to keep everything from becoming a mess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don’t limit yourself just to the walls! You may be able to get creative and use the corners, doors, or floor space to create even more stylish storage options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While you may not be able to add square footage to your shower, chances are you can make it feel roomier. A curved shower rod <\/a>is one popular trick. Though it may infringe on available space if two people are in the bathroom at once, the person in the shower will definitely be more comfortable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Nothing is worse than a wet curtain clinging to you as you rinse off. A curved rod will keep the curtain at bay and give you a couple of extra inches when you lather up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A creative way to make your bathroom feel bigger is by changing up the shower curtain itself. A clear curtain sounds like a dollar store buy that you use briefly post-move- in. But, clear curtains from Quiet Town<\/a> are anything but. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These faux liners are clear on top to give the illusion of a more expansive space and feature a trendy colored stripe on the bottom to make it pop. A crystal clear liner lets you see into the shower so it appears as an extension of the room and the space feels less claustrophobic.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Making a small bathroom functional is all about maximizing your space. That means you often have to get creative with where and how you store your items. Think unique instead of traditional. Small tweaks like a clear shower curtain can also make the room feel spacious. Employing these tricks won\u2019t give you the square footage to open a spa, but they may help end morning bathroom battles. \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" After the excitement of moving into your new apartment settles, you finally realize the bathroom that was empty might be a little smaller than you remember. 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