1. Embrace Industrial Farmhouse Style

bathroom shelves with towels, jars, and decor under a hanging light.

Love industrial farmhouse style? Katie of The Crafty Blog Stalker added a dose of the aesthetic to her small bathroom by installing pipe shelves. For a cohesive look, she also applied a deep walnut stain to match the mirror.

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2. Upgrade a Basic Cabinet

stylish bathroom interior with toilet bowl and other essentials

3. Combine Storage Solutions

modern bathroom with wooden vanity, hexagonal floor tiles, and gold accents.

This townhouse bathroom may only be 6×8 feet, but it makes a big impact. To maximize space, Ashley of Sugar & Cloth installed two different types of storage—an open shelf for small decorative items and an enclosed cabinet for toiletries and towels.

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4. Experiment With an Arched Cabinet

Experiment With an Arched Cabinet

If you’ve been eager to try the curved furniture trend, an arched wooden cabinet is the way to go. This metal pick is available in four colors and features two shelves, perfect for storing items like body washes and tissue.

5. Paint the Back of Shelves

small bathroom with wooden sliding barn door and open shelves.

To make the most of the shelves in this water closet, Lauren of Bless’er House chose to ditch the cabinet doors completely. She then painted the back of the shelves black for contrast.

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Whether you prefer a DIY approach or a ready-made solution, the space above your toilet offers a practical opportunity to add storage without taking up any extra floor space.