Reduce Bathroom Mildew With A Cleaner Storage Alternative

As much as you may want to pick the prettiest towel rack or toothbrush holder when decorating your bathroom, it's important to also keep in mind how easy it will be to clean and whether it will attract mold or mildew. For instance, storage options made of impermeable materials like plastic or silicone are bad choices since they can collect water which may develop mold. Similarly, absorbent materials like wood and cloth are also mildew magnets because it is difficult to get them completely dry. There are bathroom etiquette rules that can prevent mold and mildew, like installing a powerful extractor fan and keeping the door closed after you shower, but you can keep things even more hygienic by opting for a cleaner storage alternative: stone coasters that quickly wick away moisture.

Diatomite stone saucers like these NiuYichee coasters from Amazon are super porous, which means any water they sop up evaporates almost instantly. This means that moisture doesn't have the time to stick around and gather mildew. Using stone coasters to hold bar soap, succulents, skin care products, or any other small knick-knacks is a great way to keep these items clean and dry.

Along with preventing mildew and boasting antimicrobial properties, diatomite stone has a matte finish and comes in numerous neutral colors that will go with any bathroom style. Just like any piece of bathroom decor, you should clean the stone coasters regularly to keep things spotless. All you have to do is rub off any dust or dried toothpaste with a wet cloth and dry with a microfiber towel. Diatomite doesn't just work as a material for small coasters — you can also find toothbrush holders (brands like BOJDOPIE offer a stylish line) and bath mats made out of absorbent stone. There are also plenty of reasons to use a stone drying mat in the kitchen.

If you don't have a lot of counter space in your bathroom, you can still make use of multiple stone coasters by stacking them on small wire shelves like this corner organizer from Amazon. Just be sure to regularly clean the surface under the stone coasters and check to make sure it hasn't developed mold. As long as you're finding new, cleaner decor for the bathroom, be sure to chuck out these bathroom items that can become a mold breeding ground.