The Pool Noodle DIY That Creates A Unique Toilet Plunger Storage Solution

Toilet plungers can seem like an inevitable eyesore, but this pool noodle hack is the ultimate sneaky, bonus bathroom storage solution. Give your bathroom a botanical touch by concealing your plunger with playful cactus décor. The Hometalk channel on YouTube demonstrates how to achieve this clever pool noodle organization hack. First, grab a pool noodle and cut it so that it measures slightly longer than the handle of the plunger. Then, cut a small dowel rod to the same length and insert it in the noodle for support. For the base, you will store your plunger in a flower pot. To create a faux level of "dirt," cut a piece of foam board just smaller than the circumference of the flower pot and cut an additional hole to stick your pool noodle inside.

Once you have the structure of your cactus complete, it's time for the fun part! You can use spray foam to mold the cactus "head" before cutting ridges into your noodle to make it look more authentic. Hometalk used drywall compound to coat the noodle for a smoother effect. Last but not least, paint your faux cactus (and the pot if desired) and decorate it by gluing paintbrush bristles to mimic the look of spines. While the YouTuber recommends adding rocks and Spanish moss to the base for enhanced authenticity, you can also glue sand to the foam board for a desert-style look. If you want to create a funky appearance, you can use colored craft sand like the Hygloss Products Colored Play Sand.

Depending on the style of your space, you can modify this hack to fit your unique bathroom. If you want to create a more elegant look, consider choosing a decorative planter as your base, such as the Classic Home and Garden Honeysuckle Resin Flower Pot. For those who prefer a smoother texture for your cactus stem, skip the drywall compound altogether and spray paint your pool noodle directly. If your bathroom needs an additional pop of color, try gluing faux flower petals to the top of the makeshift cactus for a blooming touch. This is also an excellent option if you want to skip the spray foam step in the tutorial.

Because this is more than a piece of décor, keep in mind that you will be reaching for it. That means gluing bristles to the edges might not be the most durable option. Another alternative is to insert pipe cleaners and bend the ends inward. You can also insert feathers for a soft option that is more resilient than a glue-on choice. If DIY isn't your forte but you love this cacti-inspired casing, consider the adorable Cactus Toilet Plunger and Brush Set by ALLOBUB. If you want to add some real succulents to match your faux plant, these are the top 10 cacti for beginners to tackle.