Upgrade Your Bathroom Storage With A Clever IKEA Hack

Bathrooms often come with limited storage options, and yet somehow, it feels like we never run short on essentials to store. Every item — from towels and toiletries to skincare and cleaning supplies — seems to compete for precious space. The good thing, though, is that upgrading your bathroom for that extra storage doesn't have to require a big investment, nor a huge effort. All it takes is just a quick trip to IKEA and a little creativity!

You can build a compact and budget-friendly storage shelf with just a HULTARP rail, a few hooks, and two small containers. Plus, the process of assembling it is very straightforward and mostly just involves attaching the rail to the containers and mounting them on your bathroom wall. This is a convenient way to get more bathroom storage that also brings both style and functionality to your space, freeing up cluttered countertops in the process.

This DIY bathroom storage hack is so simple that you'll have it ready before you know it. Start by attaching two organizers to create a solid base. You can use something like the BEKVÄM spice rack. If your chosen organizers are wood, you can use wood glue. But if they are made of plastic, a strong adhesive like super glue is ideal to use. Once they're joined together, you can add the HULTARP rail to the bottom by drilling two holes on each side and securing it with screws.

Next, mount this assembled storage unit on your wall using a strong adhesive. You can use screws if it is heavy. Just be sure to use a level to keep it straight for a professional look. After mounting, place hooks along the rail to hold smaller items such as towels and sponges. You could even add small baskets for toiletries to make your cluttered bathroom cabinets organized.

This storage hack is perfect for organizing skincare bottles, lotions, or even bathroom devices like a hairdryer or flat iron. The hooks also make it easy to add or rearrange items and keep everything you need within easy reach. Plus, you can simply add extra hooks if you ever need more space.

It's not hard to gather all the materials you need for this DIY project, and this is just actually one of the many IKEA storage hacks that save major space in the bathroom. The HULTARP rail and accessories can easily be found in physical IKEA stores or its website under the "kitchen organization" section. This is because it's traditionally a kitchen item that can be used to declutter and organize your bathroom.

The HULTARP rail itself is quite affordable depending on length. A HULTARP rail that's 23 and a half inches costs $6, while the version that's 31 and a half inches costs $9. Meanwhile, a pack of five HULTARP hooks sells for $3. Imagine having a durable and fully functional storage setup in your bathroom for no more than $20, if you also add into the pile the cost of the wooden organizers.

If the HULTARP rail isn't available, or you have no access to an IKEA store, don't worry since there are a few working alternatives for you to achieve this DIY project. You can use any available sturdy rail that can serve the same purpose, like simple tower racks or even curtain rods. But whatever you use, make sure that it is strong enough to hold the weight of your bathroom essentials.