Does the storage in your existing bathroom begin and end with a small vanity cabinet? That often leaves personal items crammed in a disorganized cabinet, with shower toiletries sitting on the shower floor. The shower is the focus of many bath designs today, with larger showers and open or glass enclosures becoming more popular. Plan storage that puts those toiletries within easy reach. Here are five shower storage ideas.

1. A Shower Niche

A niche built into the tile wall is a stylish, practical way to add storage. Niches blend into the surrounding tile or stand out as a focal point. Add a mosaic tile detail inside, a different color tile, or frame the niche in a contrasting tile to create an eye-catching feature. Niches can be small for a few key items or larger with shelves to allow more than one person to keep toiletries to hand.

2. A Built-In Ledge

A ledge that sticks out from the wall is another option. Often made of stone, the ledge can be any size and at any height. A higher shelf works for adult use; a lower one comes in handy when kids use the shower and can double as a place to rest your foot while shaving.

3. A Shower Seat

A shower seat serves as a place to sit and as a surface to keep toiletries handy. The seat is often built out as part of the wall, or can be a sturdy bench attached to the wall or in the corner.

4. Corner Storage Shelves

If a niche or ledge isn't an option, small rounded shelves built into the corner make use of otherwise underutilized space and are sized for shampoo and shower gel bottles.

5. Hooks or a Towel Warmer

Hooks or a radiator towel warmer near the shower give you a place to hang towels and bathrobes within easy reach. A well-placed hook means you're never without a towel when you need it. A radiator towel warmer takes it further with cozy, warm towels straight out of the shower. We dig into broader bath storage in our bath storage guide.

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