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If you have a bathroom that does not function well and is lacking in storage, it can be frustrating. Not everyone can have the bathroom ripped out and remodeled to be more to their liking. some of us have to make the best of the room we have. A good way to start a bathroom improvement project is to look at the room as is and make a list of what it lacks that you need. Look in magazines and bath design books to get ideas on improving the bathroom for a small investment. One idea that will come up is an over the toilet cabinet.

Over toilet cabinets can add much needed storage to a bathroom that doesn’t have anywhere else to add storage. These bathroom storage units can be as simple as over toilet open shelves. They can be made of wood to match the rest of the bathroom cabinetry with doors that open out or slide. The over toilet cabinet can have a mirrored front. Over the toilet storage can even include lighting. Though these cabinets only provide shallow storage, they can hold a lot of items. Just getting the bottled shampoo and hand lotions off the counter can be a big help.

You can order over toilet cabinets from the Internet or your local building supply store. You can even have them custom made by a local cabinet maker. They can be installed in a new home while it is being furnished or in an existing bathroom that needs more storage. The price varies dramatically depending on the construction, materials used and size of unit. an open shelving unit will cost less than one with wooden doors to match the vanity. A plastic and metal open unit can be very inexpensive, but effective.

Along with adding an over toilet cabinet, you will want to consider other bathroom improvements. Paining the walls a pleasant color will only take a couple quarts of paint and a days effort, but will really freshen up the bathroom. Replacing worn linens and towel bars can make a big difference. Changing out the outdated mirror above the vanity can be a big improvement. Improving the bathroom lighting doesn’t cost a lot, but can make a big difference. Make sure the finished bathroom is all coordinated as far as color and materials go for the best look.