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How to Add Storage to a Small Bathroom

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Small bathrooms rarely have a linen closet, so storage has to come from the vertical space you are ignoring: above the toilet and on the back of the door. Here is how to add real storage to a tiny bathroom without a renovation.

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Build up over the toilet

The wall above the toilet tank is usually empty. A freestanding over-the-toilet shelf or cabinet turns it into three tiers of storage for towels and supplies, with no drilling required.

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Hang it on the door

An over-the-door organizer keeps toiletries, hair tools, and cleaning supplies visible and off the counter, which makes a cramped bathroom feel twice as big.

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Beat the damp

Bathrooms trap moisture that warps storage and breeds mold. A small dehumidifier keeps humidity in check so your supplies and the room itself last.

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