Ditch The Door On Your Linen Closet For A Sleek Alternative Look

If you're looking for a way to make the best use of your bathroom's space, it may be as simple as doing away with the linen closet door — particularly if you have traditional hinged or bulky accordion-style doors, or if you've been wanting to remove your old bifold doors to update your bathroom's style. By taking this one simple step, you can streamline your storage, save space, and make your linens more accessible. This modification can also make the bathroom seem larger by extending sightlines into the extra space and adding additional depth to the room. 

This is a simple project that produces a dramatic transformation, and it costs next to nothing. You can keep the closet's existing shelves, or if it's short on shelf space you can purchase simple and inexpensive units like these DOLLFIO Floating Shelves. By opening up the linen closet, you can make your closet more visible and watch it declutter itself. 

Begin by removing the door and hinges, then filling the holes left by the hinges and touching up with paint. Keep the trim as-is, paint it, or even remove it entirely for a contemporary aesthetic (you'll probably need to sand and paint the area afterward if you go this route). On the interior,  add some paint, using either the same color as the rest of the bathroom or a contrasting color to add another layer of depth to the space.  Alternatively, consider using peel-and-stick wallpaper to add some color to the inside of the closet. You can use inexpensive bins, boxes, or baskets to store linens, toiletries, cleaning products, and extra toilet paper. Use the additional space on the floor for more storage receptacles or a large laundry hamper.  

While this approach works wonders in the bathroom, it can be used to provide easy access to storage and a more open feeling in any room. Consider using it to modify your pantry to take advantage of the open shelving trend you'll absolutely want in your kitchen, or use it to create a recessed bookshelf in your home office to hold books or office supplies. Any space where you'd like more room and the polished look of open shelving can benefit!