25 Bamboo Swap Ideas for a Greener Bathroom
I swapped the smallest thing in my bathroom first, and that one little swap made the whole room feel new to me.
Bamboo feels light in the hand and looks soft and warm on a shelf. It suits a bathroom because it dries fast and stays neat with a quick wipe.
My old bathroom was full of plastic bits that cracked and stained. Each one looked tired after a short time, and I kept buying the same thing again.
A swap does not have to be big or dear. You trade one plastic piece for one bamboo piece, and you use it the same way each day.
You can start with the piece you touch most in the morning. When that swap feels easy, you can pick the next one on the list.
This post walks through my bathroom piece by piece. Each idea uses one plain bamboo swap and one small job it can do for you.
You will find all 25 bamboo swap ideas here in one post, from a toothbrush holder to a waste bin, and you can start with the swap that feels easiest today.
1. A Bamboo Toothbrush Holder on the Sink
My toothbrushes used to lean in a cracked plastic cup, and the cup tipped over more than I want to admit. A bamboo holder stands firm on the sink and gives each brush its own spot.
I set the holder where I can reach it without stretching. I rinse it out each week and let it dry on its side. A quick wipe keeps the wood looking fresh.
You can pick a holder with a wide base so it stays put on a wet sink. A wide base helps on mornings when your hands are full and the sink is splashed.
The light wood suits the sink and the mirror and the plain tiles round it. I like how it warms up a cold sink without trying too hard.
You can rinse the holder with plain water and a drop of plain soap. I scrub the inside with a small brush and rinse it well. It dries fast when you leave it open to the air.
A short label on the front can help you spot it fast in a shared bathroom. I keep the words short so I can read them at a glance.
Typical cost $4 to $8.
I like this idea because my sink stays tidy and my brushes stay upright. The holder looks calm next to the tap, and mornings feel a little easier. You can start with one holder from a shop near you.
Try it with the brushes you use each day. Set the holder by the sink, put the brushes in, and rinse it each week. When it feels like part of the sink, you will know the swap worked.
2. A Bamboo Soap Dish by the Basin
A bar of soap turns soft when it sits in a puddle on the basin edge. A bamboo dish lifts the soap up and lets water drain away. The soap stays firm and lasts longer in my hand.
I set the dish right by the basin where I wash my hands. I tip the water out after I wash and set the soap back on the slats. The dish dries between uses.
You can pick a dish with slats or small gaps so water runs off. Slats keep the soap dry, and dry soap does not turn to mush on the dish.
The light wood looks soft next to the basin. I use a plain white bar of soap, and the two sit well together on the edge.
You can wash the dish with plain soap and warm water. I scrub it with a small brush when soap builds up in the gaps. A quick rinse and a wipe keep it clean.
A plain label on the front can help you tell it from the spare dishes in the cupboard. I keep the label to one short word.
Typical cost $3 to $7.
I like this idea because my soap stays firm and my basin stays free of soap scum. The dish costs little and does its job every day. You can start with one dish by the basin you use most.
Try it with the soap you wash with each day. Set the dish by the basin, lay the soap on the slats, and tip the water out after each wash. When the soap stays firm, you will feel the change.
3. A Bamboo Bath Mat by the Tub
I used to step out of the tub onto a damp cloth mat that stayed wet for hours. A slatted bamboo mat lets water fall through to the floor below. My feet land on dry wood each time I step out.
I lay the mat flat on the floor beside the tub. I wipe the floor under it once a week so no water sits there. The mat feels firm and steady under my feet.
You can pick a mat that fits the space by your tub. A mat that sits flat will not slide when you step on it with wet feet.
The light wood warms up the floor by the tub. I like how it softens the hard tiles under my feet.
Warm water and a little plain soap wash the mat well. I scrub the slats with a brush and rinse it well. I stand it on its side to dry when the floor needs a mop.
You can move the mat aside when you mop the floor. I slide it to one side, mop round it, and slide it back when the floor dries.
Typical cost $10 to $18.
I like this idea because I step out of the tub onto dry wood now. The floor dries faster and the mat looks neat by the tub. You can start with one mat that fits your tub.
Try it by the tub you use most. Lay the mat flat, step on it after your bath, and wipe the floor under it each week. When your feet stay dry, you will keep it there for good.
4. A Bamboo Towel Ladder on the Wall
My towels used to hang on one small hook, and they bunched up and stayed damp. A bamboo ladder leans on the wall and gives each towel its own rung. Air moves round the towels and they dry sooner.
I lean the ladder on a free stretch of wall near the tub. I fold each towel over a rung and smooth it flat with my hand. The ladder stays put when the towels hang even.
You can pick a ladder that fits the wall space you have. A tall ladder holds more towels, and a short one fits a small bathroom.
The light wood looks calm against a plain wall. I hang plain white towels on it, and the whole corner feels fresh and tidy.
You can wipe the ladder with a damp cloth and plain soap. I dust the rungs once a week and check that the feet sit firm on the floor.
You can use the top rung for the towel you use most. I keep my bath towel there so I can grab it without a stretch.
Typical cost $15 to $25.
I like this idea because my towels dry well and my hook stays free. The ladder fills a bare wall and looks like it belongs there. You can start with one ladder on the wall near your tub.
Try it on the wall where your towels hang now. Lean the ladder there, fold a towel over each rung, and let the air do its work. When the towels feel dry by morning, you will know it works.
5. A Bamboo Shelf Above the Toilet
The wall above my toilet used to hold nothing but a bare patch of paint. A small bamboo shelf fits there and holds folded towels within reach. I grab a fresh towel without walking across the room.
I fix the shelf to the wall with care and test it with a firm push. I fold towels flat and stack them in a neat pile on the shelf. The shelf holds them where I can see them.
You can pick a shelf that fits the width of your toilet tank. A shelf that sits level will hold towels without them sliding off.
The light wood suits the plain wall above the toilet. I keep plain white towels folded there, and the shelf looks tidy from the door.
You can wipe the shelf with a damp cloth and plain soap. I dust it each week when I clean the bathroom. The wood stays neat with a wipe and a dry cloth.
You can also use the shelf for a spare towel or two when guests come. I fold them the same way so the pile stays neat.
Typical cost $8 to $14.
I like this idea because a bare wall now does a real job. My towels sit close at hand and the shelf looks neat above the toilet. You can start with one small shelf and a stack of towels you own.
Try it on the wall above your toilet. Fix the shelf level, fold your towels flat, and stack them where you can reach them. When the wall stops looking bare, you will be glad you tried it.
6. A Bamboo Tumbler for Rinsing by the Sink
I used to rinse my mouth with water cupped in my hands, and half of it ran down my chin. A bamboo tumbler by the sink holds water for a quick rinse. I fill it, rinse, and set it back down.
I keep the tumbler by the sink where I brush my teeth. I rinse it after each use and leave it open to the air. A dry tumbler stays fresh between uses.
You can pick a tumbler that fits your hand with ease. A tumbler with a wide mouth is easy to fill under the tap.
The light wood looks soft next to the tap and the plain basin. I like how it warms up the sink corner without taking much space.
You can wash the tumbler with plain soap and warm water. I scrub the inside with a small brush and rinse it clean. It dries fast on a cloth by the sink.
When the sink is full of bits, a short tag on the front helps you spot it fast. I keep the words big and plain so I can read them with wet hands.
Typical cost $3 to $6.
I like this idea because rinsing feels easy now and the sink stays free of splashes. The tumbler costs little and I use it twice a day. You can start with one tumbler by the sink you use most.
Try it by your sink tonight. Fill the tumbler, rinse after you brush, and wash it out before bed. When it feels like part of your routine, the swap has worked.
7. A Bamboo Comb on the Vanity
My old comb had teeth that bent and pulled at my hair each morning. A bamboo comb glides through my hair with a soft touch. I keep it on the vanity where I get ready.
I comb my hair in slow strokes from the ends up to the roots. I tap loose hair off the teeth and rinse the comb when it needs it. A clean comb works better each morning.
You can pick a comb with wide teeth if your hair tangles fast. Wide teeth move through thick hair with less pull.
The light wood looks calm on the vanity next to the mirror. I like how it feels warm in my hand on a cold morning.
You can wash the comb with plain soap and warm water. I scrub between the teeth with a small brush and shake the water off. I let it dry on a cloth before I put it back.
You can also use the comb to smooth hair before you tie it back. I run it through once and the loose strands lie flat.
Typical cost $4 to $8.
I like this idea because my mornings feel kinder on my hair. The comb sits on the vanity and looks like it belongs there. You can start with one comb from a shop near you.
Try it on your vanity this week. Comb slow from the ends, tap the teeth clean, and wash it when it needs it. When your hair feels smooth, you will keep reaching for it.
8. A Bamboo Cotton Pad Jar on the Shelf
My cotton pads used to live in a soft bag that tore at the corner. A glass jar with a bamboo lid keeps them clean on the shelf. I lift the lid and take one pad out when I need it.
I fill the jar with pads and press the bamboo lid down firm. I keep the jar on a shelf where I can reach it in the morning. The glass lets me see when the pads run low.
You can pick a jar that fits the shelf space you have. A wide mouth makes it easy to pull one pad out without tipping the rest.
The white pads look neat through the glass, and the bamboo lid warms up the look. I like how the jar sits on the shelf next to my other bathroom bits.
Warm water and plain soap wash the jar clean. I dry the glass well before I fill it with fresh pads. A dry jar keeps the pads clean.
A plain label on the front can help you tell the pads from other jars on the shelf. I keep the words short and plain.
Typical cost $5 to $9.
I like this idea because my pads stay clean and easy to grab. The jar looks tidy on the shelf and I can see when to buy more. You can start with one jar and the pads you use most.
Try it on the shelf where you get ready. Fill the jar, press the lid on, and take one pad out each morning. You can see the level drop through the glass, so you know when to buy more.
9. A Bamboo Waste Bin by the Door
My old bathroom bin was a cracked plastic tub that looked sad by the door. A bamboo bin stands neat beside the door and holds the day’s rubbish. I toss bits in and the floor stays clear.
I set the bin by the door where I can reach it without a stretch. I line it with a small bag so I can lift the rubbish out fast. I tie the bag and swap it when it fills up.
You can pick a bin that fits the space by your door. A bin with a wide mouth takes in rubbish without a fuss.
The light wood looks calm by the door and suits the plain floor. I like how it turns a dull corner into a tidy one.
You can wipe the bin with a damp cloth and plain soap. I wash it out when I change the bag and let it dry before I line it again.
You can keep the bin close to the door so everyone in the house can find it. I point guests to it once and they remember where it sits.
Typical cost $7 to $12.
I like this idea because my bathroom floor stays free of loose bits. The bin looks neat by the door and does its job without a fuss. You can start with one bin and a pack of small bags.
Try it by your bathroom door this week. Line it with a bag, toss bits in as you go, and change the bag when it fills. When the floor stays clear, you will know the swap worked.
10. A Bamboo Bath Brush in the Shower
My old brush fell apart fast in the shower. I wanted one that could take the steam and still feel good in my hand.
A bamboo bath brush feels good in my hand and lasts longer for me.
I hang it in the shower so it dries between washes. The hook keeps it off the floor and out of the way. I grab it each morning without a hunt.
The long handle helps me reach my back without a stretch. I can wash my back on my own now.
You can rinse it after you use it and shake the water off.
A plain soap and water wash keeps it clean for me. I let it dry on the hook before I put it back.
Typical cost $5 to $9.
You can hang it from a hook you already have in the shower. I use a hook on the wall so it stays close. The brush stays dry and ready for the next wash.
My shower feels tidier now and my back wash feels easy. I reach for it each morning without thinking twice.
| Idea | Main change | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| A Bamboo Toothbrush Holder on the Sink | Keep toothbrushes in a bamboo holder on the sink | $4 to $8 |
| A Bamboo Soap Dish by the Basin | Keep a bar of soap on a bamboo dish by the basin | $3 to $7 |
| A Bamboo Bath Mat by the Tub | Lay a slatted bamboo mat on the floor by the tub | $10 to $18 |
| A Bamboo Towel Ladder on the Wall | Hang towels on a bamboo ladder on the wall | $15 to $25 |
| A Bamboo Shelf Above the Toilet | Store folded towels on a bamboo shelf above the toilet | $8 to $14 |
| A Bamboo Tumbler for Rinsing by the Sink | Rinse with a bamboo tumbler by the sink | $3 to $6 |
| A Bamboo Comb on the Vanity | Keep a bamboo comb on the vanity | $4 to $8 |
| A Bamboo Cotton Pad Jar on the Shelf | Store cotton pads in a glass jar with a bamboo lid on the shelf | $5 to $9 |
| A Bamboo Waste Bin by the Door | Toss rubbish in a bamboo bin by the door | $7 to $12 |
| A Bamboo Bath Brush in the Shower | Hang a bamboo bath brush in the shower | $5 to $9 |
| Total | $64 to $116 |
11. A Bamboo Hairbrush on the Dresser
My hairbrush used to hide in a drawer and I never found it fast.
A bamboo hairbrush on the dresser keeps my brush in one place. I can see it the moment I walk in. I never dig through a drawer for it now.
I pick it up in the morning and brush my hair before I start my day. The brush feels light and easy to hold.
The light wood feels smooth in my hand when I brush.
You can keep it on the dresser where you can see it. I set it back in the same spot each time I use it.
A quick wipe with a dry cloth keeps it clean for me. I tap the loose hair off the bristles first. A clean brush works better each morning.
Typical cost $6 to $11.
You can brush your hair slow and the brush moves through it easy. I start at the ends and work my way up.
My mornings feel calmer now and my dresser looks neat. The brush sits where I can reach it with ease. I like how it turns a small chore into a calm start.
12. A Bamboo Soap Dispenser by the Sink
The soap bottle by my sink always looked messy to me. It left marks on the counter and never sat straight. I wanted one pump that looked neat and worked well.
A bamboo soap dispenser makes the sink look calm and neat.
I press the pump once and I get soap for my hands. One press is all I need for a good wash.
You can fill it with plain soap from a bigger bottle when it runs low. I pour it in slow so it does not spill. A steady hand makes the refill easy.
The pump feels easy to press and it works well for me.
A quick wipe with a damp cloth keeps the outside clean. I wipe round the pump so no soap dries on it.
Typical cost $6 to $10.
You can set it by the sink where you wash your hands. I keep mine next to the tap so it stays in reach. Guests find it fast without asking where the soap lives.
My sink feels tidy now and washing my hands feels simple. I like how one small swap changed the whole sink side.
13. A Bamboo Storage Box Under the Sink
The space under my sink was a mess of bottles and rags. I could never find the spare soap when I needed it.
A bamboo storage box gives that space a neat home for my things. I open the lid and everything sits in its own spot. The mess under the sink is gone for good.
I keep spare soap and cloths in the box so I can find them fast.
You can lift the lid and see what is inside in one look. I check the box when I run low on soap.
The box keeps the bottles upright and stops them tipping over. I pack them in snug so they stay put. Nothing rolls round under the sink now.
A plain label on the front can help you find the box fast.
Typical cost $9 to $15.
You can wipe the box with a damp cloth when it gets dusty. I give it a quick wipe each week when I clean.
My sink cupboard feels calm now and I never hunt for spare soap. I open the lid and grab what I need in seconds. The whole cupboard feels more tidy.
14. A Bamboo Mirror Frame on the Wall
My plain mirror made the wall look dull to me.
A round mirror with a bamboo frame makes the wall feel warm. The round shape softens the straight lines of the room.
I hang it on the wall where I can see my face clear in the morning. It sits at eye height so I never bend to look. I check my hair in it before I start my day.
The light wood frame suits the rest of my bathroom well.
You can wipe the glass with a damp cloth and a dry cloth after. I wipe in small circles so no streaks stay behind. The glass looks clear and bright when I finish.
A plain soap and water wash can clean the frame when it gets marks. I wipe it dry so no water sits on the wood.
Typical cost $12 to $20.
You can hang it at a height that works for you and your family. I hung mine where we all can see our faces clear. A mirror at the right height makes mornings feel easy.
My bathroom feels brighter now and the mirror makes me smile. I like how the warm wood frames the glass.
15. A Bamboo Plant Pot on the Windowsill
My bathroom windowsill was bare and dull to me. Nothing softened the hard tiles round the window. I wanted a bit of green to wake the room up.
A small bamboo pot with a green plant makes the sill feel alive. The woven pot looks warm next to the plain tiles.
I water the plant when the soil feels dry to my touch.
The plant likes the damp air in my bathroom. I set it where the light comes in through the window. It grows slow and steady with a little care.
You can set the pot on the windowsill where it gets light from the window. I turn it now and then so it grows even.
A quick wipe keeps the pot clean when water spills on it.
Typical cost $4 to $8.
You can pick a plant that likes damp air and low light. I asked at the shop for one that suits a bathroom.
My bathroom feels fresh now and I like to look at the plant each day. The green leaves make the whole room feel calm. A small plant can change a bare sill in a big way.
16. A Bamboo Laundry Basket in the Corner
My dirty clothes used to pile up on the bathroom floor. I tripped over the pile more than once in the morning.
A bamboo laundry basket in the corner gives them a home of their own.
I toss my used clothes in the basket after my shower. The pile on the floor is gone for good.
You can carry the basket to the wash when it gets full. I lift it with both hands and take it down the hall. Wash day feels easy when the clothes sit in one place.
The light wood looks neat in the corner and suits my bathroom well.
A quick wipe with a damp cloth keeps the basket clean for me. I wipe the rim when dust settles on it. The woven wood stays fresh with a wipe and a dry cloth.
Typical cost $14 to $22.
You can line it with a plain white cloth if you like. I use a cloth so the clothes stay soft inside.
My bathroom floor stays clear now and wash day feels easy. I toss clothes in after my shower and forget them till wash day. The corner looks neat with the basket in its place.
17. A Bamboo Soap Tray on the Vanity
My bar of soap always slid around on the vanity.
A bamboo soap tray gives the soap a neat place to rest. The tray keeps the bar in one spot on the vanity.
I set a plain white bar of soap on the tray after I wash my hands.
You can rinse the tray and dry it when soap builds up on it. I rinse it under the tap and set it back down. A clean tray keeps the soap firm and dry.
The tray keeps water off the vanity and stops marks on it. I wipe the vanity dry round the tray each week.
I wipe it with a damp cloth when it looks dusty.
Typical cost $4 to $7.
You can move the tray to a new spot on the vanity if you like. I keep mine by the tap where I wash my hands. The soap stays close and easy to reach.
My vanity feels tidy now and my soap stays where I put it. I like how one small tray changed the whole vanity.
18. A Bamboo Toilet Paper Holder on the Wall
I fixed a bamboo toilet paper holder on my bathroom wall. It took one small job and a few screws. The wall looks neat with the wood on it.
It holds a roll where I can reach it with ease.
You can swap in a fresh roll in seconds. I slide the old core off and push the new roll on. No fiddling with small parts each time.
The light wood looks warm in a plain bathroom. I like how it warms up the wall by the sink.
I wipe it clean with plain soap and water when I clean the room.
A spare roll can sit close by so you never run out mid-use. I keep one on a shelf so it stays in reach.
Typical cost $5 to $9.
It frees up shelf space for other small bits. I moved the spare rolls to a shelf and gained room. The counter stays clear for the bits I use each day.
Try one on your wall and your bathroom will feel more tidy. I fixed mine in one afternoon and never looked back.
19. A Bamboo Razor Stand on the Shelf
I keep a bamboo razor stand on my bathroom shelf. It gives my razor a home of its own.
It holds my razor upright so the blade stays dry. Air moves round the blade and dries it fast. A dry blade stays sharp for more shaves.
You can rinse the razor and set it back in one move.
The stand keeps the razor off the shelf and easy to find.
I wipe the stand dry with a soft cloth after my wash. The wood stays neat with a quick wipe.
A dry spot helps the razor stay in good shape. I set the stand where air can reach it. The blade stays dry between shaves.
Typical cost $4 to $8.
The light wood looks neat on a plain shelf. I like how it suits the soap dish beside it.
Give your razor its own spot and your shelf will feel more neat. I reach for it each morning without a hunt. A small stand can change how your shelf feels.
20. A Bamboo Bath Caddy Across the Tub
I rest a bamboo bath caddy across my tub.
It can hold a book and a cup while you soak. I set my book down and sip slow in the warm water. The caddy keeps both close and dry.
You can set down a small cloth and a bar of soap on it too. I keep the soap on the caddy so it stays in reach.
The light wood feels warm and calm in the bath. I like how it turns a plain tub into a calm spot.
I lift it off and wipe it dry after each bath.
It lifts off with ease so you can clean the tub well. I take it off and wipe the tub round the edges. I dry it well so the wood stays neat.
Typical cost $12 to $19.
A caddy turns a plain bath into a slow quiet soak. I lie back and let the warm water do its work.
Try one across your tub and bath time will feel more calm. I rest mine across the tub each night. The bath feels like a small treat at the end of the day.
| Idea | Main change | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| A Bamboo Hairbrush on the Dresser | Keep a bamboo hairbrush on the dresser | $6 to $11 |
| A Bamboo Soap Dispenser by the Sink | Use a bamboo soap dispenser by the sink | $6 to $10 |
| A Bamboo Storage Box Under the Sink | Store bathroom bits in a bamboo box under the sink | $9 to $15 |
| A Bamboo Mirror Frame on the Wall | Hang a round mirror with a bamboo frame on the wall | $12 to $20 |
| A Bamboo Plant Pot on the Windowsill | Set a bamboo plant pot on the windowsill | $4 to $8 |
| A Bamboo Laundry Basket in the Corner | Keep a bamboo laundry basket in the corner | $14 to $22 |
| A Bamboo Soap Tray on the Vanity | Rest a bar of soap on a bamboo tray on the vanity | $4 to $7 |
| A Bamboo Toilet Paper Holder on the Wall | hold toilet paper on a bamboo holder on the wall | $5 to $9 |
| A Bamboo Razor Stand on the Shelf | keep a razor upright on a bamboo stand on the shelf | $4 to $8 |
| A Bamboo Bath Caddy Across the Tub | rest bath bits on a bamboo caddy across the tub | $12 to $19 |
| Total | $76 to $129 |
21. A Bamboo Cotton Swab Jar on the Vanity
I keep cotton swabs in a small glass jar with a bamboo lid on my vanity. The jar sits where I get ready each morning. I can see the white swabs through the glass.
The white swabs show through the glass and look neat inside. I like how the full jar looks on the vanity.
You can lift the lid and take out one swab with ease.
I close the lid after each use so dust stays out. The lid fits snug and keeps the swabs clean.
The jar sits where I can reach it each morning. I keep it on the vanity so it stays in sight. I never hunt for a swab when I need one.
I put a short label on the front so I can find it at a glance.
Typical cost $4 to $7.
I wash the jar out when it runs low and let it dry well. A dry jar keeps the next batch of swabs clean.
One small jar keeps your swabs tidy and close at hand. I fill it from a big pack when it runs low. The vanity looks neat with the jar in its place.
22. A Bamboo Hand Towel Ring by the Basin
I fixed a bamboo towel ring by my bathroom basin. It took one small job and now the towel has a home.
It can hold a plain white hand towel where you need it.
You can dry your hands right after you wash them. I reach for the towel without walking across the room. The towel hangs close to the tap.
The light wood looks warm next to the basin.
I hang the towel back on the ring each time I use it. The ring keeps the towel off the counter and out of the way.
A towel on a ring dries fast in fresh air. I shake the towel out before I hang it back. It smells fresh each time I use it.
Typical cost $5 to $9.
It frees up rail space for a big towel. I moved my bath towel to the rail and kept the hand towel on the ring.
Try a ring by your basin and your sink side will feel more tidy. I fixed mine by the basin and never moved it. The sink side feels calm with the towel in its place.
23. A Bamboo Shower Shelf in the Corner
I fixed a bamboo shelf in the corner of my shower.
It can hold plain bottles where you can reach them. I keep my wash bits on the shelf while I shower.
You can keep soap and wash bits on it while you shower. I set the bottles where I can grab them with wet hands. Nothing sits on the shower floor now.
The corner spot uses space that often stays bare. I fixed the shelf where the two walls meet. The bare corner now does a real job.
I rinse the shelf clean with plain water each week.
A plain label on the front can help you tell bottles apart. I keep the words short so I can read them through the steam.
Typical cost $10 to $16.
The light wood looks neat in a plain shower corner. I like how the warm wood suits the white tiles. The shower feels tidy with the bottles in their place.
Try a corner shelf and your shower will feel more open. I fixed mine in one afternoon and use it each day.
24. A Bamboo Footstool by the Sink
I keep a small bamboo footstool by my bathroom sink. It sits by the vanity where I can reach it with ease. I pull it out when I need a boost and tuck it back after.
You can step up on it to reach the tap with ease.
It can help small kids reach the basin to wash their hands. I let the kids climb up and wash on their own.
The light wood looks neat by a plain sink.
I wipe it clean with plain soap and water each week. I wipe the seat and the legs when dust settles. A wipe now and then keeps the wood neat and tidy.
It moves with ease so you can tuck it away when you need room. I slide it to one side when the floor needs a mop.
Typical cost $9 to $14.
A footstool can help you reach high shelves in the bathroom too. I stand on it to reach the top shelf with ease. It does two jobs in one small piece.
Try one by your sink and your mornings will feel more easy. I keep mine by the sink and use it each day.
25. A Small Bamboo Bathroom Starter Kit
I put together a small bamboo bathroom starter kit with six pieces: a bamboo toothbrush holder with four slots, a bamboo soap dish with a slatted base, a bamboo bath mat with a slatted top, a set of three bamboo storage jars with lids, a bamboo towel ladder with three rungs, and a small bamboo tray for bath bits.
The toothbrush holder keeps brushes upright and apart. I set it by the sink where each brush has its own slot.
Water runs off the dish, so the soap stays firm and dry. The slats let water drain away from the bar. I rinse the dish each week and set it back down.
The bath mat gives your feet a dry spot when you step out.
The three storage jars hold small bits safe under their lids. I fill them with the bits I reach for most.
The towel ladder holds towels up so they dry in fresh air. I lean it on the wall and fold a towel over each rung. The towels dry sooner with air moving round them.
The small tray keeps bath bits in one neat spot.
Typical cost $5 to $9 for the toothbrush holder, $4 to $7 for the soap dish, $12 to $20 for the bath mat, $9 to $15 for the storage jars, $18 to $28 for the towel ladder, and $6 to $10 for the tray, for a total of $54 to $89.
Swap one plastic piece for bamboo tonight, and let your bathroom feel a bit more calm each morning.
| Idea | Main change | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| a bamboo toothbrush holder with four slots | hold toothbrushes in a bamboo holder with four slots | $5 to $9 |
| a bamboo soap dish with a slatted base | keep soap dry on a bamboo dish with a slatted base | $4 to $7 |
| a bamboo bath mat with a slatted top | step out onto a bamboo bath mat with a slatted top | $12 to $20 |
| a set of three bamboo storage jars with lids | store small bits in three bamboo storage jars with lids | $9 to $15 |
| a bamboo towel ladder with three rungs | hang towels on a bamboo ladder with three rungs | $18 to $28 |
| a small bamboo tray for bath bits | keep bath bits tidy on a small bamboo tray | $6 to $10 |
| Total | $54 to $89 |
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