Best bathroom shower accessories according to redditors

In a similar fashion, I have a suction-cup item holder in my shower (something like this), and once every couple months it loses suction randomly and crashes to the floor with everything in it.

Something about the bathtub amplifies the sound, so if it happens at night it sounds like a plane just crashed into your house. That's the closest I've ever been to a heart attack.

It doesn’t show in the pic but the shower caddy has rubber around the hanger at the top. It’s very secure and doesn’t really move around at all. Here’s the link to the shower caddy:

https://www.amazon.com/mDesign-Bathroom-Hanging-Storage-Organizer/dp/B0731NV98B

Here ya go https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0711LTDHN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mQ3WAbVN2HYRA

https://www.amazon.com/mDesign-Bathroom-Hanging-Storage-Organizer/dp/B0731NV98B/ref=sr_1_40?keywords=black+shower+caddy&qid=1574276369&sr=8-40

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(I think this might be it...? Not sure how to post links, hopefully it works lol)

Personally I would avoid drilling into the surround. If the surround cracked it would not be an easy repair.

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How high is the ceiling above the bath, have you looked into a shower caddy pole? or adhesive Shelving

Do you have room on the back of the door to hang something like this?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D58DRVC/ref=psdc_11601917011_t1_B000IXOH7G

It doesnt give you more counter space but at least it provides storage.


Another potential option would be really tall shower tension caddy that you can place in the corner:

https://www.amazon.com/Zenna-2130NN-Tension-Corner-Nickel/dp/B004EPXKKE/ref=sr_1_5?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1491227346&sr=1-5&keywords=shower+caddy

• Tape: scotch, packing, duct, and masking
  
• Scissors: Ones that actually work
  
• Utility knife
  
• Sponges and dish scrubbers + dish detergent
  
• Bottle brush
  
• Toilet brush/wand
  
• Broom/Roomba
  
• Mop/scooba
  
• Vaccuum cleaner if you have carpet
  
• Do you use kitchen paper towels? A kitchen towel holder is always nice, but not necessary.
  
• Tissues for your nose
  
• I like having a shoe rack or hanging shoe holder. If you're a guy, stick to the rack b/c your shoes will fit better.
  
• Small kitchen fire extinguisher: your apt probably has one, but if it doesn't, get one
  
• Bathroom caddy: http://amzn.com/B0014X7ARI
  
• Organizers: I like my kitchen to be wicked organized. I use 1 organizer for my pots, 1 for my pot lids, 1 for my dishes, 1 for my mugs, and 1 for my flat pans/cutting boards.
  
• Coffee maker
  
• Kettle
  
• Electric drill - DIY stuff is so much easier with an electric drill. Also, this accessory: http://amzn.com/B00355GLBY - a must for DIY furniture.
  
• Lightbulbs
  
• Turn on your electricity and other utils 1 day before you move if you can, or you'll be moving the dark
  
• Have you researched your cable/internet options?
  
• 1 nice flashlight
  
• Ice melt
  
• A few stamps + envelopes
  
• Quarters in the "quarter jar" if you have to use coin-op laundry
  
• At least one extension cord
  
• At least one multi-plug outlet. I like the squid style ones.
  
• Laundry baskets. I prefer to have two - it buys you a little time.
  
• 1 magic marker
  
• 1 message board with mail caddy - a nice to have
  
• Fridge magnets. I use 1 strand of the curiously strong ones, and that's all I need. Those suckers really stick.
  
• Moveall or furniture sliders - a godsend if you live alone. You put them under the "feet" of your furniture and you can push your furniture around with ease.
  
  That's what I can think of now. You can get a LOT of this stuff on craigslist for low cost.
  

Move your soap.

Something like this will do the trick.

Rubber stamp carousels can work for both razors and brushes. Folks also use test tube racks for razors. Personally I have a couple of these toothbrush racks on the mirror right behind my bathroom faucet. I love that it uses no counter space at all and uses space that would otherwise be dead.

Edit: fixed mangled link

I got one similar to this. I really like the smaller baskets because it’s easy to group things by person in our house, and they don’t fall over as much.

Zenna Home Expandable Over-The-Shower Caddy, Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009GPU3CU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wNnGDbJV55YSG

I don't have a ton of horizontal flat space for makeup. So to allow for more space and storage these Command Hook Caddies are phenomenal! They hold up super well too so far.

I also have implemented stackable, foldable kitchen shelves that are hard plastic. This gives another level to set organizers on (mine are all kinda mismatched right now).

I use these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DJ5XH4O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Mounted on these without the trays installed

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0014X7ARI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Just set them up in each corner of my play area easy to take down if needed.

Solved

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00932UTXE

http://i.imgur.com/6KMNtB5.gif

Not OP but it sure looks close to this! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004EPXKKE/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

Look for a shower caddy like one of these. BAM instant shower shelving.

How about something like this, a really nice robe & slippers, jets, or one of these to make the bath deeper.

I know some elderly people who use those suction bars instead of having grab bars installed and they seem to work pretty well, but I would recommend checking the weight restrictions (I mostly know little old ladies who use them) and ensure that you have a good seal on a smooth solid surface before using.

There is a cage thing you can have over your bath tub that you can put books or phones to keep them out of the water. See

I have read of others using shower tension bars similar to this
http://www.amazon.com/2104W-Bathtub-Shower-Tension-Corner/dp/B0014X7ARI/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1449079653&sr=1-1&keywords=shower+tension+holder

this is a must for the shower, so your not going back and forth and dropping everything. good luck

We had the same issue and I got one of these handy guys to hang on the bar.

I was looking for something similar for a while. I ended up getting 3M command strips, and using those to attach to a cut piece of over-door hook that worked surprisingly well. Clear too so not really noticeable and mountable just about anywhere. If you needed a pic I could get one for you. Also 3M has a spice tray that works pretty well for a standard controller but not so much on an elite. If you shop around they should have something that would accommodate an Xbox one controller nicely by now..

Edit: I know from experience that these work pretty well. The medium size holds a ps4 controller nicely, as it's a bit more slim-lined. I would think the large would be close to perfect for an X1 controller. I can also provide a pic of the medium size of you need it.

Something like this or this could work. The reason I went this route is so I wouldn't have to drill into the walls, and easily moveable as I move my room around often. Good luck

Its surprising some of the things you find out that you need after you move in.

1. Trashcan
   
   
2. Can opener... I had to get really creative one night trying to open a can
   
   
3. Flash Drive with high storage
   
   
4. Mirror
   
   
5. A nice rug
   
   
6. Shower Caddy or if you have communal bathrooms portable shower caddy
   
   
7. Command Hooks and tabs
   
   
8. Over the door hooks
   
   
9. Desk Calendar/planner
   
   
10. A few cheap dishes and flatware for microwave meals
    
    AND A FISHY TO BE YOUR FRIEND!
    
    These are just a few things. I just graduated college and I will never again underestimate the necessity of duct tape and a plunger :P
    
    EDIT: Would you like a falafel with that?

I just graduated from college!

And let me tell you... the following items served me incredibly well!

• Foldable clothes drying rack
  
  
• Heated Mattress Pad (most dorm beds are Twin XL, so I've linked that size here) and Electric Blanket - you're living on campus now, but you probably won't beyond freshman year. Trust me, invest in this. Electricity is sooo much cheaper than gas. Not to mention powering an electric blanket is way cheaper than heating an entire house/apartment!
  
  
• Shower Tote - easily carry all of your toiletries to the commons shower and toilet rooms!
  
  
• Bath towel wrap - Men and Ladies
  
  
• Basic First-Aid Kit
  
  Would you like a falafel with that?

I store my Muhle silvertip synthetic brush and soap container on the top shelf of my shower caddy and my razors on the other on the other end of the tub higher up on the wall using a tooth brush holder like [this] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000SQPEZW/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) right next to a fog free mirror also held by a suction cup. Works great, no rust issues on the Weber or Edwin Jagger DE86bl/Maggard MR6B frankenrazor. Some rust issues on the ikon standard head, but that's because it really hugs the blade close and has no openings in the base plate to air it out.

I love my Nspire but nobody is going to show you how to use it, you have to be proactive. I got mine the summer before and watched Youtube tutorials.

For the room here are a couple recommendations:

• Sexy shower caddy
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Hanging-Toiletry-Organizer-Storage-Compartments/dp/B00VAP3WQS
  
  
• Nomad-friendly wire cube organizers
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Whitmor-Wire-Storage-Cubes-Black/dp/B007ELALZC
  
  
• Small file box
  
  https://www.amazon.com/IRIS-Portable-Letter-Organizer-Black/dp/B00DWFR0B2

They also have (clear) caddies and these smaller ledges.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0711LTDHN/

There you go friendo

I got these off Amazon, and they work pretty well. I just didn't put the trays on them.

Link For Those Who Don't Know

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So i can shower without knocking 20 things down D:

Happy friday!

Amazon has some small shelf sets you could use. I also use a suction cup shower caddy thing attached to my mirror that will hold ~4 things. You could also get one of these.

Aww, that's not too bad! :) Is your shower caddy from a dollar store? It looks just like mine. Paid $1 three years ago and it's still (mostly) holding up. You should get yourself one of these guys to get back a little floor space.

Okay I have a few things I think would be good to have. First of all target sells these amazing sheet sets. They're inexpensive and they last a long time. Whether you're dorming or not its good to have one of these. Do yourself a favor and get one of these and maybe one of these as well so you're not fighting over plugs. I see you play some instruments so its good to have some of these. Do yourself a favor and get one of these but this one may be better for you. This would be great for all your laundry and accessories. And last but not least this is an amazing desk to have for your computer and books (plus its free shipping :D).

If I win I'd love this and this

Would you like a falafel with that?

Shower tote

And ... Would you like a falafel with that?

I'd specifically get this one - http://www.amazon.com/simplehuman-Adjustable-Tension-Shower-Stainless/dp/B004UC9PV4/ref=pd_sim_hg_3?ie=UTF8&refRID=1DKJHJPND6XKN6P8NSYG

http://www.amazon.com/Zenith-Products-Caddy-Nickel-4-Basket/dp/B004EPXKKE/ref=br_lf_m_1001946371_1_1_ttl?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&pf_rd_p=1767042802&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_t=1401&pf_rd_i=1001946371&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1RR3QXN4MJ570P6XY1X6

We have this caddy (or one like it) in our shower which had no storage. It has been great, lasted 2 years so far and looks pretty sharp.


http://www.amazon.com/Interdesign-Classico-Roll-Stand-Chrome/dp/B00451BNUG/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1411383900&sr=1-2&keywords=toilet+paper+caddy

How about something like this for TP?

Congrats! Where are you going to school?
I would recommend this for transporting your stuff back & forth to the shower dorms and some shower shoes because if your dorms are anything like mine were they are nasty.
Would you like a falafel with that?

Do you mean something like this? Or am I way the fuck off?

I am also a senior in high school, I'll be living at home though. I have found some great things for college Like, and anything from This link.

A shower caddy may come in handy :) Would you like a falafel with that?

On Amazon

Also

Just to add to warwatch who had most of what was on my list:

• bathroom floor mats
  
• measuring cup (this kind and this kind; Pyrex is good for the former but any old set will do for the latter)
  
• dish brush (like here, way better than a sponge)
  
• whisk
  
• tongs
  
• tupperware containers
  
• grater
  
• coasters
  
• ramekins
  
• meat thermometer (I got this one about 4 months ago and it's been pretty good; no more "is this what cooked pork/chicken/meat looks like?")
  
• silicone spatula
  
• pot holders, oven mitts
  
• Various sizes of wall hooks. Useful for hanging things on the wall that would otherwise be leaning or on top of something (broom, mop, linter, hair dryer, depending on your cabinets you can even hang pot lids on the walls of the cabinets)
  
• paper towel holder
  
• shower/bath organizer - depending on how you are set up, you can use a shower caddy to hold most of your things; my showerhead and the pipe leading to it from the wall is angled in a way so that isn't possible but I've had this for about 1.5 years and it has been great.
  
• if you have a cabinet in the bathroom, something like these small drawers may be useful for organization.
  
  Some of this depends on how much cooking you are planning to do, but it's all pretty essential in my experience.

You'd need one of those shower head caddies, along with a couple corner shelves for all this shit.

As for the guitars, maybe look into getting some guitar wall hangers so that you get those off the floor? Plus it would look cool and fill up some wall space if your room is sparsely decorated.

Shower caddies help with organizing the personal hygiene stuff.

In my studio I got lucky with storage but I know that I would get this bag holder as well as collapsible kitchen essentials. A slim trash can helps. If your bathroom has no storage, something like this can help. Hang your spices on the cabinet. Use this in the shower if you need more space. XD I use command hooks near my front door to hold my keys and daily jacket. :)

>Girls as a general rule have more hair and shower products than guys. Ensure that there's enough shelf space in the bathroom for each girl to keep the products they use every day.

Might I suggest a shower caddy?

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>The first feminine product appearing in the garbage absolutely does not mean shove chocolate down someone's throat and run away screaming.

Of course not. Some people are allergic to chocolate! Ok, kidding.

Seriously, though, don't let girls tell you period is an excuse to get out of chores. Most chores CAN be put off by a day or two if whomever drew that chore that week is having a bad day/feeling under the weather/cramping. Unless someone's in the hospital, they can contribute something. It may take them longer, that's all.

Do consider some sort of a job exchange plan. There are loads of ways to assign those chores which must be done around the house. Drawing from the job jar. Rotation. Whatever you pick, pick something. Don't leave it to volunteers, for certain. That's a sure way for the person with the worst neat freak to end up doing all the work. And hating everyone else for it. This is just not fair. The only other somewhat fair alternative I've seen is if everyone will agree to be present for a set period each week at the same time and all work until everything is tidied up.

fun fact: putting tea in a bath can be surprisingly amazing. i used raspberry tea and had a cup of the same tea cold. it was sooooooo good.

i also suggest purchasing a bath caddy if you have the funds for it.

Please get this for your roommate.

http://smile.amazon.com/InterDesign-Suction-Multi-Toothbrush-Holder-Polished/dp/B000SQPEZW/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1418198010&sr=8-5&keywords=interdesign+toothbrush+holder

If your ceilings aren't too high you could put these in the corners and put the base stations on that. Take all but one of the shelves off to if you don't need them. Fits up to 8ft 1in ceilings.


http://www.amazon.com/2132HB-Tension-Corner-Rubbed-Bronze/dp/B009GPU2P8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1452875244&sr=8-3&keywords=shower+shelves

InterDesign Suction Toothbrush Holder for Bathroom Mirror, Shower - Polished Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SQPEZW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Wbv7ybWC0VVPP

No, don't drill if you don't want any damage. Is there a reason why you didn't get a shower caddy that slips over the shower head https://www.amazon.com/Zenna-Home-7446SS-Expandable-Showerhead/dp/B009GPU3CU/ref=sr_1_5 or a corner unit that mounts floor to ceiling with tension? https://www.amazon.com/ALLZONE-Constant-Tension-Stainless-Rustproof/dp/B07425J51T/ref=sr_1_5 They come cheaper btw.

Yes, silicone glue likely means silicone caulk. You will be able to remove it with a razor blade and caulk remover. The plate you will likely need a

You should get this because if you're living with other guys it will be a huge help to keep your bathroom stuffs separate (though you may still have something like this at the Dorm). Trust me with any roomies it's just easier to keep the bathroom crap separate or people get cranky... Also if I win I would like a GC to help me save toward my IPOD touch :)

You're such a pretty pretty pretty pretty person ;)

Oh just realized you may have been asking about the shower caddy rods. You have to get these mounts for the shower rods. (these are the rods I got)

Reviewers still complain of rust.

I don't get why these manufacturers are so unwilling to make an organizer that does not rust. Nothing else in my shower ever rusts (like my showerhead, tub spout, or shower arm), except these organizers, so it is entirely possible. It isn't that complicated.. if you use the right material, the material will not rust.

This is a $130 organizer. Guess what? It still rusts!

Every single organizer that is advertised to be "stainless steel" or "aluminum" are not truly these metals. If they were, they wouldn't (couldn't) rust. The companies lie shamelessly.

I cannot find one organizer on Amazon where the reviews or customer uploaded photos do not show a rusted organizer. It's unfathomable.

/rant

Get something liek this for your towel
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XRSVVVN/ref=s9_acsd_newrz_hd_bw_b16rhn_c_x_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_r=1S7KYDYF7FN4WFEFABV9&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=ebe89d18-1972-56d5-bd16-ae79c1a16748&pf_rd_i=16412751

and a tote for your shampoo/soap ect
https://www.amazon.com/Hanging-Toiletry-Organizer-Storage-Compartments/dp/B00VAP3WQS/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1497470511&sr=8-3&keywords=bath+tote

one regular thing of shampoo/conditioner and a bottle of body wash should last you two semesters if you don't waste globs of it at a time.

With link. https://www.amazon.com/Zenna-Home-2132HB-Tension-Corner/dp/B009GPU2P8/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=corner+shower+caddy

I forgot to consider you might be out of the U.S, but my tips should still apply.

This might sound obvious but don't overpack clothes. Some of my roommates and myself included brought so many clothes that we don't use and it's just taking up space.

For kitchen use, take your own utensils but just one of each you're not going to need more than that trust me. For kitchen equipment like pans and pots, if your buddys do get in coordinate who takes what so you don't have multiples.

In the beginning it's all about taking what's absolutely essential, if you're able to go home during breaks that's when you bring some more stuff if you have the space.

I'm gonna link some stuff in a moment that you should absolutely consider buying. They're going to be amazon links but big chain stores in your area should carry similar products.

These three products fold so they're easy to pack in any suitcase.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VAP3WQS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UmaYzbTE3WW8Z

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007CXQQ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_phPsFiDn7OQci

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N2JICUM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CpaYzbDRYQXFF

A little bigger so you'd have to buy these once you've settled in but they help if you're low on space.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011AM4HI2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4qaYzb41J2H0N


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011AM9K2K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_EraYzbKNW12MG

Plastic is your best friend if you're low on funds and can't buy dressers. I have one in my closet for T-Shirts/socks/boxers and one under my T.V desk for electronics/school stuff

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MPQ2S2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9saYzbE9D8P4Q

I ship to Mexico sometimes so maybe you can ship to Chile as well.

$17 bucks on amazon.

http://imgur.com/FDqnndV

https://www.amazon.com/2104W-Bathtub-Shower-Tension-Corner/dp/B0014X7ARI/ref=sr_1_6?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1494661176&sr=1-6&keywords=shower+tension+pole