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Bathroom Storage & Finishing Touches

In a tiny bathroom, storage is all about going vertical and using every bit of dead space. Tall and narrow beats wide. Pricing is shown per country; regions marked "being researched" are coming soon.

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Storage options

Mirror Cabinet / Medicine Cabinet

A wall cabinet with a mirrored door and hidden shelves behind β€” storage and mirror in one, using zero extra floor space.

Advantages

  • Two jobs in one fitting
  • Hides clutter behind the mirror
  • No floor footprint
  • Recessed versions sit flush

Disadvantages

  • Recessing needs wall depth
  • LED versions cost more

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$60 – $200+
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Tall / Vertical Storage Cabinet

A narrow floor-to-ceiling cabinet that uses height rather than width β€” ideal in a tiny bathroom where floor space is scarce.

Advantages

  • Lots of storage in a small footprint
  • Uses otherwise wasted vertical space
  • Hides toiletries and towels

Disadvantages

  • Can feel bulky if too deep
  • Must be fixed securely for travel

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$120 – $600
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Open Shelving & Recessed Niche

Floating shelves or a niche built into the wall cavity β€” light, airy storage that keeps items in reach without bulky cabinets.

Advantages

  • Very space-efficient
  • Niche uses dead wall-cavity space
  • Keeps the room feeling open

Disadvantages

  • Items on display (less tidy)
  • Niche must be planned and waterproofed early

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$20 – $150
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Towel Rails, Hooks & Holders

Wall rails, over-door hooks, and a toilet roll holder. A heated towel rail also dries towels and takes the edge off cold mornings.

Advantages

  • Cheap and space-saving
  • Over-door hooks use zero floor space
  • Heated rails dry towels fast

Disadvantages

  • Heated rails draw power (consider off-grid load)
  • Heated rails need an electrician

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί AustraliaHooks $10–$30 Β· Rail $15–$30 Β· Heated $80–$200
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Under-Vanity & Cleaning Storage

The cabinet under the basin for cleaning products, plus a spot for a small laundry basket β€” keeping the floor clear.

Advantages

  • Hides cleaning gear and bin
  • Uses space already taken by the vanity
  • Keeps surfaces clear

Disadvantages

  • Limited by vanity size
  • Plumbing under the basin eats into it

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί AustraliaIncluded with vanity / $30–$150 inserts
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Companies & suppliers by country

Australia

IKEA

Kmart

Bunnings

USA

Being researched

Canada

Being researched

UK

Being researched

Europe

Being researched

Pricing note: figures are indicative 2026 estimates in Australian dollars and vary by product and retailer. Regions marked "being researched" will be added soon. Fix all cabinets and shelving securely for travel, and use an electrician for heated towel rails. Last updated: June 2026.