11 things to get rid of in your bathroom, according to interior designers
We asked four interior designers to share things they would get rid of in their bathrooms.Counter clutter and mismatched old towels can make the room feel chaotic and less inviting. Old makeup, hotel toiletries, and expired products should be disposed of to maximize storage space.Sometimes the best way to upgrade a space is by getting rid of stuff.So, we asked interior designers to share a few common items in people's bathrooms that are worth decluttering or replacing to make a space look even nicer.Here's what they said.Old, mismatched towels can make a bathroom feel less inviting.Rachel Street, an interior designer and host of DIY Network's "Philly Revival," told BI that towels that are stained, ripped, or have bleach spots should be removed from a bathroom.Invest in two sets of towels for each person using the bathroom, and relegate the ugly used ones to the cleaning-supply cabinet or the basement for other uses, like washing the dog or the car."A fresh matching set of fluffy towels will make your bathroom feel more relaxing and will make it look more put together," Street said.Getting rid of packaging can help you save space and give your room a serene feel.Packaging can be removed from the bathroom counter, Bo Keuleers, an interior-design project manager at MVA Home, told BI.Cotton-swab containers, for example, are often large, long, and visually unappealing.
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We asked four interior designers to share things they would get rid of in their bathrooms.Counter clutter and mismatched old towels can make the room feel chaotic and less inviting. Old makeup, hotel toiletries, and expired products should be disposed of to maximize storage space.Sometimes the best way to upgrade a space is by getting rid of stuff.So, we asked interior designers to share a few common items in people's bathrooms that are worth decluttering or replacing to make a space look even nicer.Here's what they said.Old, mismatched towels can make a bathroom feel less inviting.Rachel Street, an interior designer and host of DIY Network's "Philly Revival," told BI that towels that are stained, ripped, or have bleach spots should be removed from a bathroom.Invest in two sets of towels for each person using the bathroom, and relegate the ugly used ones to the cleaning-supply cabinet or the basement for other uses, like washing the dog or the car."A fresh matching set of fluffy towels will make your bathroom feel more relaxing and will make it look more put together," Street said.Getting rid of packaging can help you save space and give your room a serene feel.Packaging can be removed from the bathroom counter, Bo Keuleers, an interior-design project manager at MVA Home, told BI.Cotton-swab containers, for example, are often large, long, and visually unappealing. Instead, replace the packaging with glass jars to "instantly create a spa-like atmosphere that is relaxing, calming, and appears more elegant," Keuleers said.She said this can also be done with cotton balls and bath salts.Not only does getting rid of these packages improve the aesthetic, but it can also help maximize space, she explained.Ditch excess bath mats to avoid making the space feel too crowded.People tend to place a bath mat in front of the shower or bathtub, the toilet, and sometimes the sink, too.However, having too many mats on your bathroom floor can make a space feel busy and overcrowded, Keuleers said.Instead, she suggested opting for just one simple rug that has an inviting texture or a fun pattern. This can help give your bathroom a fresh, simple feel.Counter clutter can make a bathroom feel a bit chaotic.In the same vein, it's important to keep your bathroom counters free of clutter, said Lonni Paul, an interior designer who owns Lonni Paul Design."A bathroom should feel clean and spa-like at all times — a sanctuary that gives a sense of calm to the start and end of your day," Paul said.If there is clutter everywhere, coming home can become an extension of your busy, chaotic day.Cleaning supplies and toilet paper should be kept out of sight.When possible, Paul said, larger essentials, such as cleaning supplies and bulk packs of toilet paper, should be kept in a linen closet.It makes sense to store a few rolls of toilet paper and a packet of cleaning wipes in your bathroom for function, but keep them tucked out of sight."I like to keep these in the paper-goods drawer or in a basket on the floor, not on the counter," Paul said.Bars of soap next to the sink can get kind of gross.Whether flower-shaped or artisan-scented, it may be time to get rid of the bars of soap on your sink counter, Beth Brown, an interior designer who is principal of Beth Brown Interiors, told BI.They can leave behind residue or begin to look unpleasant after a few uses.
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- We asked four interior designers to share things they would get rid of in their bathrooms.Counter clutter and mismatched old towels can make the room feel chaotic and less inviting. Old makeup, hotel toiletries, and expired products should be disposed of to maximize storage space.Sometimes the best way to upgrade a space is by getting rid of stuff.So, we asked interior designers to share a few common items in people's bathrooms that are worth decluttering or replacing to make a space look even nicer.Here's what they said.Old, mismatched towels can make a bathroom feel less inviting.Rachel Street, an interior designer and host of DIY Network's "Philly Revival," told BI that towels that are stained, ripped, or have bleach spots should be removed from a bathroom.Invest in two sets of towels for each person using the bathroom, and relegate the ugly used ones to the cleaning-supply cabinet or the basement for other uses, like washing the dog or the car."A fresh matching set of fluffy towels will make your bathroom feel more relaxing and will make it look more put together," Street said.Getting rid of packaging can help you save space and give your room a serene feel.Packaging can be removed from the bathroom counter, Bo Keuleers, an interior-design project manager at MVA Home, told BI.Cotton-swab containers, for example, are often large, long, and visually unappealing.
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