Do you have plenty of towels but no way to keep them organized? These towel storage ideas are inventive, beautiful, and practical. They’ll keep your bathroom decluttered and stylish.
Towel Storage Ideas
Ah, towels. In the bathroom organization game, these fiendish fabric foes often go out of control the fastest. Keeping them folded and in line can be a struggle, but with the proper storage, it’s simple.
Why not try a few different systems to see what works for your home? This list has twenty-three ingenious towel storage ideas to get your bathroom, linen closet, or laundry room in perfect order.
1. Stylish Farmhouse-Inspired Towel Racks
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A stylish towel rack can be tough to find, but this reclaimed timber number fits the bill. Featuring sharp angles in a muted wood color, these stunning shelves highlight the wood’s grain for a rustic look.
When hung on your walls, these shelves take up very little space while offering ample storage for your towels. It’s perfect for small bathrooms.
2. The IKEA Hemnes Storage Bin
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IKEA is a wonderland for organizing enthusiasts. The Hemnes storage bench is perfect for storing towels beneath a sleek, minimalist exterior. To make it last in a moist environment, spray it with a marine-grade varnish before use.
3. Rustic Antique Towel Rack
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If you have an antique spice rack or plate shelf lying around, give it a new life as a gorgeous towel rack. The contrast of soft towels and hard oaken corners is the perfect interplay of textures. Refurbish it with sandpaper and a suitable varnish to protect the wood from moisture.
4. In-Vanity Towel Storage
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Classic towel storage can be achieved by simply removing the doors from one side of your existing vanity or extending it with a simple shelf. This approach is simple and perfect for classically styled bathrooms.
5. The Towel Ladder
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A minimalist-inspired towel ladder is perfect for renters. Use a wooden ladder to take advantage of vertical wall space without screwing or nailing anything into the wall. Paint it to match your bathroom’s color scheme for added style.
6. Floating Towel Organizer
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This idea is suited for compact bathrooms. Mount five square-edged towel rods of the same size in your desired spot, leaving about seven inches between each rod for a sleek, modern storage space.
7. Home Office Storage Tower
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Use a wire storage tower to create space in a small bathroom. These towers are perfect for awkward corner spots, creating space where there was just a blank piece of floor.
8. Rustic Wooden Shelf and Towel Rail
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Mount a towel rail to the underside of a ledge shelf for a two-in-one storage area. Use the top shelf for unused towels and the bar below for hanging towels currently in use.
9. Tabletop Wine Rack for Towel Storage
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Use a wine rack for tabletop towel storage. This idea is simple and perfect for repurposing or folding away when not needed.
10. Easy-to-Build Box Shelves
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DIY wall shelves are simple to build and can be made in any size. Mount them above and below your mirror for a modern look with clean angles and a dark stain, or embrace a rustic nature with light oil and gnarled edges.
11. DIY Outdoor Towel Rack
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Create a dedicated towel rack for pool days. Buy a pre-made one or make your own. Add wheels to roll it inside when not in use.
12. Simple Wire Basket Shelves
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Wire basket shelves are perfect for minimalists. Buy stainless steel baskets and mount them for storing any sized towel.
13. Reclaimed Wood Corner Shelves
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Use reclaimed wood to craft corner shelves for ideal storage. Upgrade with pewter pipe brackets for a rustic look or black brackets for a modern feel.
14. Sleek IKEA Towel Cabinet
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Pick out a tall cabinet from IKEA for sleek and functional towel storage. Replace the door panel with a sheet of glass or clear acrylic for a view of your towels.
15. Rolled Towel Stackers
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This simple idea uses magazine racks to create rolled towel stackers. They sit neatly on your shelf in any room.
16. Simple Wicker Towel Basket
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A wicker basket not only adds to bathroom décor but ensures the family always has clean, dry towels.
17. Reclaimed Wooden Ladder
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Revive an antique ladder with extra planks and metal anchors for a rustic towel storage solution.
18. The Towel Tunnel
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Extend your bathtub using matching tiles and a porcelain slab, but leave a gap in the middle of the shelf for hiding fresh towels.
19. Art Deco Golden Basket
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A golden basket adds a lustrous art deco vibe to your bathroom décor. Use it to provide clean, fresh towels as soon as you step out of the shower.
20. DIY Tiny Towel Slot
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Transform strange nooks and crannies into valuable towel storage by installing floating shelves in the space.
21. Above the Door Towel Storage
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Install a floating shelf above your door jam for rolled-up towels. Keep a step stool in the bathroom for easy access.
22. Master Bathroom Drying Area
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Create a dedicated drying area with a decked-out hall tree. Include coat hooks, floating towel storage, a padded cushion, and a wet towel basket.
These hacks will help you keep your towels organized and your bathroom stylish and functional.