Our Best Tips to Organize Under the Bathroom Sink

Are you struggling with the storage space in your bathroom cabinet? You’re not alone! So we’re sharing our best tips to help you organize and maximize every inch of storage under your bathroom sink, making it easier to find what you need when you need it

The Summer Home Organization Challenge continues and we’re focusing on bathroom cabinets.

This often-overlooked area can quickly become a cluttered mess of cleaning supplies, toiletries, and random items.

But with some creativity and strategic planning, you can transform this chaotic spot into a functional and organized space.

Let’s get started!

Tips to Organize Under the Bathroom Sink

We hope these tips inspire you to create a more functional and efficient bathroom space.

Utilize Vertical Space

Bathroom cabinets often have limited space.

By organizing items vertically, you use most of the available area, ensuring no space is wasted.

Stackable acrylic drawers

Adding stackable, acrylic drawers can provide additional layers without expanding the cabinet’s footprint.

I use them to store smaller items like hair ties, barrettes, extra razors, cotton pads, flossers, Waterpik accessories, eyeglass cleaning cloths, disposable cups, facial wipes, and main/pedicure supplies.

Important note- most acrylic drawers are not as deep as the cabinet and will leave open space behind them.

I use this space to store my backstock of feminine hygiene items, cotton swabs, etc. that occasionally will be replenished.

If you prefer a storage item the same depth as the cabinet, search for deeper acrylic drawers or check out the next item!

Stackable Wire Mesh Drawer Organizer

This organizer improves accessibility and prevents items from getting lost or buried at the back of shelves or cabinets.

The drawers pull out so you can easily see everything stored inside it.

Incorporate Bins and Baskets

Incorporating bins and baskets into bathroom cabinet organization can greatly enhance the functionality and aesthetics of your space.

I am using three types of plastic bins to contain my beauty products.

Here are some tips to help you determine what’s best for your cabinet:

• Measure the dimensions of your cabinet to determine the size and number of bins and baskets you can accommodate.
• Make a list of all the items you need to store, such as toiletries, cleaning supplies, towels, etc.
• Select materials that suit your style and bathroom environment. Options include plastic, wicker, metal, or fabric.
• Choose bins and baskets that fit well within your cabinet and match the size of the items you’re storing.
• Organize items into categories like hair care, skin care, first aid, cleaning supplies, etc.
• If you can’t see inside your bins and baskets label them so everyone knows where to put items.

Maximize Cabinet Doors

Maximizing storage on your bathroom cabinet door can be a great way to organize and declutter your space.

I have an over-the-door organizer to store my blowdryer and brushes.

Here are a few more ideas you can try:

• Adhesive Hooks and Racks: Attach adhesive hooks or small racks to the inside of the door for hanging items like hair tools, brushes, or washcloths.
• Magnetic Strips: Install a magnetic strip to hold metal tools like tweezers, scissors, or nail clippers.
• Small Baskets or Bins: Mount small baskets or bins to the door to hold items like lotions, creams, or small bottles.
• Towel Bars or Rods: Attach a small towel bar or rod to the door to hang hand towels or washcloths.
• Clear Pocket Organizers: Use clear pocket organizers to store smaller items like makeup, toothbrushes, or toiletries. This keeps everything visible and easy to access.
• Spice Racks: Repurpose spice racks or small shelving units to store bottles and jars of bathroom products.
• Caddy or Tray Systems: Install caddy or tray systems for cabinet doors to keep items organized and accessible.
• Wire Shelves: Use wire shelves that can be screwed into the door to create extra storage space.

Important note- Before purchasing new organizing products consider the weight and size of the items you’ll be storing to ensure the door can support them without becoming difficult to open or close.

Use Drawer Organizers

Investing in bathroom drawer organizers can greatly enhance the functionality and appearance of your bathroom, making daily tasks more efficient and enjoyable.

I highly recommend using bathroom drawer organizers like these.

Here are the key advantages:

• Drawer organizers help categorize and separate different items, such as cosmetics, toiletries, and grooming tools, keeping everything in its place.
• With items neatly arranged and compartmentalized, you can quickly find what you need without rummaging through cluttered drawers.
• By providing designated spots for each item, organizers prevent drawers from becoming dumping grounds for miscellaneous items, keeping your bathroom tidy.
• A well-organized drawer means less time spent searching for items, streamlining your daily routine.

I organized my makeup, skin care, and daily toiletry items with trays that have adjustable dividers.

If you want to change the size of each bin to fit your products perfectly this is your answer!

Consider Lazy Susans

I am not currently using a lazy Susan in my bathroom but I wanted to mention it because it’s a great option.

• A lazy Susan rotates, allowing you to easily access items stored at the back of the cabinet without moving other items out of the way.
• Ideal for bottles, jars, and other small containers from skincare products and hair accessories to cleaning supplies, making it a versatile storage solution.
• The rotating feature prevents items from being lost or forgotten.

A Strategy To Help You Organize

You’ve seen how we organized our primary bathroom cabinets, are you ready to tackle yours?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed we have a simple strategy to help you!

Our 6/P Strategy consists of six easy steps to organize your entire bathroom or just one space in your bathroom!

We developed these printables to help you set goals and start organizing!

They are free to our email subscribers.

Sign up here for access to our entire printable library if you would like to use them.

PREP

Bring the following items to your bathroom:

• Trash bag
• Cardboard box
• Two laundry hampers

PURGE

Remove all items from the area you are organizing and place each in one of the following categories:

• Trash-Throw any expired or unwanted items in the trash bag
• Donate-place any items that you no longer use but are in great shape in the box to be donated
• Relocate-Place anything that doesn’t belong in the bathroom cabinet in laundry hamper # 1
• Replace-Place any items that need to stay in the bathroom cabinet in laundry hamper #2

POLISH

Take this opportunity to give your bathroom cabinet, a deep cleaning.

PERSONALIZE

It’s time to decide how you will organize under the bathroom sink to meet your personal needs. 

Now is also the time to decide what items to make or purchase to help you contain the items you will put back into your cabinets and drawers.

If you plan to purchase a storage container, you need to measure your space to be sure it will fit.

PLACE

Now it’s time to place everything in its new spot!

• Trash-discard in your garbage can
• Donate- don’t procrastinate, take items to your local donation center soon!
• Relocate- take laundry hamper #1 and deliver items to the room they belong in.
• Replace-place every item in the spot you have found for it.

PUT BACK

Remember, if you don’t put each item back in its appropriate place after each use, you will end up with a cluttered mess again!!

Conclusion

We hope you’ll use these tips to organize the space under your bathroom sink from a cluttered mess into a well-organized space.

By implementing our simple yet effective strategy, you can maximize your storage space, and make it easy to find your essentials.

Getting ready for the day has never been so easy!

Happy organizing!

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Blessings, Donna and Rich

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More Bathroom Organization Inspiration

Need more inspiration to organize all the bathrooms in your home? Check out these posts:

• Easy Steps to Declutter and Organize Makeup
• Primary Bathroom Organization Made Easy
• 15 Awesome Storage Solutions to Organize Your Bathroom
• Simple Ways to Organize a Bathroom Drawer and Cabinet
• Organize a Guest Bath with 11 Ultimate Essentials

Get The Look

Here are some of our favorite products to organize under the bathroom sink!

Click on the blue links below to get more info on each product.

4-pack clear stackable drawers // Clear organizer with small drawers

2-tier lazy Susan // 2-pack clear storage bins // trays with adjustable dividers

Mesh organizer drawers // Over door hair tool organizer // Set of drawer organizers