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If you want to maximize storage space in your small bathroom, an above-the-toilet storage solution is the way to go. It allows you to make use of a spot that is typically overlooked. However, many of the products sold specifically for this use are clunky and not all that aesthetically pleasing. They can also get pretty expensive. Luckily, you can DIY a simple above-the-toilet bathroom storage solution using an item you probably already have at home. All you have to do is drill a woven storage basket to the wall right above your toilet.

You can then place extra toilet paper rolls and other toiletries into the basket so that they are always easily within reach. Opting for a trendy basket instead of a traditional shelving system to tidy your bathroom may be a better choice if you are in need of something functional but still chic. If you are on a budget, this hack will also prevent you from having to go out and spend money on a brand new product, too. When you’re done installing the basket, you’ll have a bit of extra storage space and a new interesting bathroom design feature.

As you can see in the final idea shown in the video, the only supplies you’ll need to complete this easy bathroom storage hack to clear your countertops are a woven basket, a drill, and a few screws. If you need to purchase a new basket, check out the highly-rated Seville Classics Basket set. You may like to decorate your basket before installation, so consider spray painting it. Also, you could tie rope around it for a nautical touch. Prior to the installation process, use a stud finder to help you locate a safe spot to begin drilling. This way, you can avoid puncturing electrical wiring or plumbing. Typically, you would mark the spots where you plan to install your screws with a pen or pencil. However, with this DIY, you wouldn’t be able to see those markings through the woven basket when drilling it into the wall.

As an alternative, place the basket against the wall, use your stud finder to determine where to drill the holes, and mark those spots on the inside of the basket with a marker. Hold the basket in place while drilling your screws into the marked spots. If you have a tile wall, use self-adhesive strips to hang your basket instead. When you’re done, you could place extra towels, toilet paper rolls, or any other bathroom essentials inside of the baskets. Consider purchasing baskets with a lid, such as the Moosky Wicker Shelf Baskets, if you prefer to hide the items you store out of sight.