These Sleek Skinny Cabinets Are Perfect For Keeping Small Bathroom Clutter At Bay

Finding the best ways to organize a small bathroom can feel like a downright Herculean task. Countertop space is limited (or nonexistent), the storage options aren't much better, and you're starting to wonder if you need to pull out your college shower caddy to tote your essentials into the bathroom every morning. If this sounds like you, we've got a better solution: a sleek, skinny bathroom cabinet.

Popularized by the Yamazaki Home Rolling Storage Cart that took social media by storm, slim bathroom cabinets are an ideal way to corral all your bathroom necessities and hide the visual clutter while keeping what you need on hand. And while a little clutter might not seem like that big of a deal, it can actually be a hidden way your home is stressing you out. A 2009 study published by the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin found that women in cluttered homes had higher levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. Plus, removing clutter can help make space for things you enjoy, like that pretty candle you always want to light, fresh flowers, or that stunning bottle of perfume. That feels like a better way to start your morning than searching for your moisturizer among a pile of clutter, right?

There are a lot of bathroom cabinets out there, so keep a few tips in mind when looking for the perfect one for your bathroom. First, measure the space. Most skinny bathroom cabinets are around 5 inches wide. Where will that best fit in your space? Once you find the ideal spot, note the height and length dimensions so you don't accidentally bump into it as you move in and out of the room. For example, if you plan to put it next to the door, can you still fully open the door? Will you be able to move around it easily?

Next, look for skinny bathroom cabinets made with humidity-resistant materials. Plastic, aluminum, and stainless steel are all good choices. Certain woods, like oak, cedar, and teak, are also humidity-friendly — just make sure they are properly finished first.

These sleek cabinets aren't just for small bathrooms. There are tons of creative ways to use utility carts in your home, and these cabinets are no different. Slide it alongside or even behind your couch to house the remote, your favorite book, and a cup of tea. Place it next to your stove for easy cooking utensil access, or use it as a bedside table if you're short on space.