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Bathroom Organization and Storage Solutions |
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Martha Stewart's Home keeping Handbook
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Every home has areas just waiting to be organized. Here are a few tips for creating order and finding storage solutions to foster an organized and liveable bathroom space that the whole family can enjoy. Start by emptying out all cabinets, drawers, medicine chests and linen storage areas gathering together soaps, bath oils, shampoos, conditioners, razors and toys from the shower and tub areas. As you remove items, take the time to sort through and evaluate whether or not you really need each item. Toss any threadbare or frayed towels and bathroom linens or put aside to use when it comes time to clean the bathroom. Take the time to review the relevancy of any decorative items you may keep in the bathroom. If you have outgrown your love for something replace it with something else (give it away or toss it altogether) to make room for something better. Dispose of all expired, unused, leaking or empty medication bottles, lotions, perfumes, sample products and cosmetics that are old or the wrong colour. Out-of-date make-up products can grow bacteria’s that lead to eye and skin infections. As a guideline the usable life of some common cosmetics are:
If you keep medications and vitamin supplements in the bathroom transfer them to another area of the home. Heat and moisture in a bathroom can degrade their medicinal and nutritional value. Remove any shower curtains, window coverings and rugs. Place them in the wash or replace if mouldy. Curtains are notorious for growing mould. For a few dollars it is easier to replace them with new ones that match the bathroom décor. Sort through the items you have collected in a way that makes sense to you. Start with the essential items used on a daily basis placing them in readily accessible locations within easy reach. Store what you can under the counter and in the counter drawers if you have them. Try to keep the actual counter top area clear if possible. Next decide where you will keep your basic supply of spare towels, extra paper, feminine hygiene products, hair care and back-up supplies of soap and shampoo. Here are a few ideas to help make your bathroom tidy and functional for all the family.
These are just some of the many ways available to help keep your bathroom tidy and well organized. Related Pages Resources
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