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18 Bathroom Cabinets That Will Add Storage & Declutter Your Countertops

Whether you're wondering how to choose the perfect bathroom vanity for a gut renovation, or how to add convenient storage to a tiny bathroom, there is a seemingly endless number of bathroom cabinets on the market to choose from. Style, shape, and size will all play a role in what you decide to buy. If you're lucky enough to have a large bathroom, you will, of course, have more opportunities to implement storage. Think large vanities with double sinks to fill the space and provide plenty of cabinet area beneath or tall cabinets for the entire family's towels and linens.

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In smaller bathrooms you may have to get more crafty. The best ways to organize your small bathroom include using unexpected surfaces like the door or the wall to create storage where there once was none. In this roundup, we've compiled 18 different cabinets to inspire your search for bathroom storage. Keep reading for a multitude of cabinet options that suit bathrooms and budgets of all shapes and sizes.

1. Embrace natural materials with a closed wooden vanity

If you're looking to change your bathroom cabinets in a way that is both on-trend and timeless, consider making the upgrade from a white vanity to a wood vanity. The switch from white to wood allows you to embrace warmer neutral tones, and will make your bathroom feel cozy and inviting. To make everyday feel like a spa day in your bathroom, choose a wood vanity with plenty of closed storage to keep clutter out of sight. For larger bathrooms, a double vanity like the Anton model from West Elm ($2,799 – $3,299) makes a gorgeous impression.

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2. Embrace eclectic style with unique yellow cabinets

For a pop of color, Hughes & Lutz Interiors committed to a sunny marigold yellow in this bathroom. What makes the design even more bold and compelling than the hue alone is the unconventional arch shape to the lower cabinet doors of the vanity. And the wall to wall cabinetry also ensures plenty of space for all of your bathroom essentials (and then some!). Draw inspiration from this custom project by looking for bathroom pieces with similar arch motifs, or let this be your sign to pick cabinetry in a playful color and run with it.

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3. Give your bathroom a facelift with a floating vanity

Give the illusion of more space and upgrade your bathroom by installing a floating vanity. Not only will you make your bathroom feel bigger, but the floor will be less cluttered and easier to clean. While a large floating vanity can look dramatic and impressive in a big bathroom, they can have even more of an impact in small bathrooms. They can be found in a number of styles, but a modern option like the Ebern Designs Tarha vanity from Wayfair ($850), which has a large storage drawer, can help contribute even further to making a small bathroom feel more spacious.

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4. Optimize your cabinet with a toe-kick drawer

Existing bathroom vanity cabinets with a few inches of clearance from the floor may be able to accommodate hidden bathroom storage with a toe-kick drawer. A toe-kick is exactly what it sounds like: a shallow, push-to-open drawer at floor height that works by, well, "kicking" it with your toe. Options will vary depending on the dimensions of your under-vanity space, but you can DIY the drawer, buy a prefab drawer, or even have one made to order from a site like Etsy. No matter what you choose, this small cabinet addition will maximize your bathroom storage in a big way.

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5. Add storage with a countertop tower cabinet

For those with larger bathroom vanities, try installing a cabinet tower storage solution. This cabinet type takes advantage of vertical space in your bathroom, sacrificing some counter space for greater storage returns in the form of shelving. If you're feeling ambitious, you can DIY your own tower to the specifications of your counter and ceiling height, like TikTok user @ben.builds.it. Or if you're starting from scratch, sets like this one from Wayfair ($5,700) include a tower already.

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6. Check out a medicine cabinet with both open and closed storage

For additional storage that will be sure to keep your countertop clear, consider opting for a medicine cabinet that has a mix of both closed and open storage. For example, this option from Lowes ($696) has two closed, mirrored doors with shelving inside, and below the doors there is even more shelving. This is a great option for tucking away unsightly personal items, while also keeping nice ones on display — like candles, perfumes, or other nicely-designed toiletry bottles. This would also be a great option for a guest bathroom, so that visitors can keep their items separate from your own.

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7. Over-the-toilet storage helps save on space

Maximizing storage in any bathroom means taking advantage of space wherever you have it. Over-the-toilet storage solutions are a simple and affordable way to put your bathroom essentials in their place. These types of cabinets come in a bevy of styles and sizes. To keep things especially tidy, opt for a piece that has at least some closed storage. As an example, this Homajor unit on Amazon ($95) offers a rustic, farmhouse look with practical shelving and a sliding door for hiding everything from linens to spare toilet paper rolls.

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8. Utilize wall space with a mounted cabinet

Save floor space by choosing a wall-mounted cabinet to add storage in your bathroom. You can mount a cabinet like this above the toilet to take advantage of that unused wall area, but you can also hang it on any other wall in the bathroom where you have room. There are so many bathroom wall cabinets available on the market, so you can choose one no matter your style and budget. While a gorgeous mid-century cabinet from West Elm will run you $250, you can find similar styles for less, like this option on Wayfair for just over $100.

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9. Think floor to ceiling with a tall linen tower

If you have minimal square footage in your bathroom, consider adding a linen tower. The NYSJÖN, a popular IKEA cabinet that can handle the storage of a linen closet, is unique in that it has only two front legs. Its back gets mounted to the wall, meaning it takes up minimal floor space. You can also choose which way the door hangs to avoid awkward run-ins with your other bathroom furniture. And for $90, the price can't be beat. If you're really pressed for space, consider keeping a linen cabinet right outside of your bathroom for convenient access.

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10. Keep spare rolls out of sight with a toilet paper cabinet

There's no worse feeling than finishing a trip to the bathroom, only to realize you're out of toilet paper and the spare rolls are not stored in arms reach. Make this unfortunate scenario a thing of the past by investing in a cabinet specifically for toilet paper rolls. The Homcom toilet paper cabinet from Target ($40) has a small footprint, perfectly sized to slide in the gap next to your toilet. Plus, it keeps things super sanitary, because it has a closed cabinet with a door, unlike other toilet paper holders that leave your rolls exposed.

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11. Opt for a vanity with mixed storage

For easy access to your bathroom necessities, consider installing a vanity that has both a closed cabinet and open storage. Open storage can give a sense of airiness to a space that may not have it otherwise, plus it can be dressed up and organized with more modular storage accessories. For example, the elegant way Joanna Gaines dresses up her bathroom storage is by using charming containers or baskets for items that wouldn't be as attractive otherwise. Putting cotton swabs into a unique glass jar, or sorting cosmetics into wicker baskets, can make these everyday items display-worthy on open shelves.

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12. DIY a tip-out storage tray

Like a toe-kick drawer, a tip-out storage tray is a practical add-on to a bathroom vanity that reclaims otherwise unused space. YouTube user Wordsnwood demonstrates in a video how to DIY this storage if you have a panel with empty space behind it under your sink. It will require some disassembly and reassembly know-how, but adding this drawer is an incredibly cost effective storage project. In fact, you can grab a kit from Amazon for less than $30. Once you're done, use it as a spot for hair ties, toothpaste, or whatever small bathroom bobbles your heart desires!

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13. Utilize storage on wheels with a rolling cabinet

For bathroom storage that moves where you need it to, try a narrow cabinet on wheels. Even if you have to tuck it away into a tight corner, the wheels allow easy access. You can also swiftly move the cabinet from room to room or push it out of the way for thorough floor cleanings. This Jerry & Maggie mobile cabinet from Bed Bath & Beyond ($88) is slim enough that it could fit in a narrow space next to your toilet or sink. And you can use the top surface for decorative items or things you don't mind leaving outside of the drawers.

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14. Turn your door into a cabinet of its own

You may think of the bathroom door as additional space for hanging towels, but did you ever consider turning it into an entire cabinet of its own? Enter the Cabidor Deluxe: An innovative way to add storage to bathrooms that don't even have a wall to spare. This piece is mounted to the door by the hinges and "closes" against the door so that you get the effect of a contained cabinet. But when you swing it open, you have what is essentially a supersized medicine cabinet, with ample space for all your toiletries, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and more.

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15. Hang a medicine cabinet on your bathroom door

For another way to use your door as storage, consider a cabinet that hangs from hooks. Instead of attaching at the hinges, this kind of cabinet has a much simpler installation than something like the previously-discussed Cabidor (though, admittedly, it offers less storage). That said, an over-door medicine cabinet may be the perfect solution if you're not eager to mount something to the wall and if you're tight on floor space in your bathroom. This SONGMICS cabinet from Amazon ($120) has a beautiful rounded mirror door and dedicated organizers for jewelry, toiletries, and cosmetics alike.

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16. Fit a storage cabinet perfectly in the corner

If you only have a corner to spare in your bathroom, a cabinet that fits in that corner may be just the thing you need to add storage. This Eclife version from Amazon ($83) comes in white and black and has a mirrored door front. In addition to storage space, the mirror on this cabinet has the added benefit of making the room look bigger. Make it easier to access the back of the cabinet by adding this mini cosmetic organizer turntable from Target ($15). The 6-inch diameter will fit perfectly on the deepest part of the shelves, which measure 7.6-inches.

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17. Opt for a recessed medicine cabinet

For those planning to take on a bathroom renovation, consider building in a recessed medicine cabinet above your vanity — especially if you have a small bathroom. Because the shelving part of the cabinet is inset, it allows the door of the cabinet to be flush to the wall. This avoids the added space a regular wall mounted medicine cabinet would take up by projecting outward. In larger bathrooms, that may not be cause for as much concern, but in a cramped washroom, those several inches can make all the difference.

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18. Install shallow cabinets beneath your bathtub

This design takes hidden bathroom storage to the next level by utilizing the space beneath your bathtub. YouTube user The Evening Woodworker demonstrates how he built custom cabinets around the base of his tub, while still leaving access points to important plumbing components. On TikTok, user @yetanotherhouseproject shows their tub drawers, which work with a push-to-open mechanism and are made from waterproof MDF. Because they are bespoke to each individual bathroom, you can't really find these cabinet types prefabricated. But if you're pursuing a custom remodel, this would be a great way to add some secret space for bathroom essentials.

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