11 Stylish Alternative Storage Ideas That Save Space

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Running out of room for bulky towels, whether you roll or fold them? When there are plenty Stylish towel storage ideas for the bathroom And the kitchen, not all of them take into account the efficiency of the space. Ideal storage makes it easy to access towels when you need them without taking up too much space or getting in the way. And both kitchens and bathrooms are short on spots to stash things, so getting creative with space-saving towel storage is a must. It doesn’t hurt if your towel storage solutions are also attractive.

Some suggestions, like giant clothespin towel holders and over-the-door towel racks, are for linens. But you can also upcycle things like wine racks, wooden crates and baskets to hold your tea and hand towels. That recovery container naturally holds the towel. You can also DIY towel organizers, as in the case of the dollar tree wall hanger made from wood blocks and a sign.

Most of the ideas below will work in a bathroom or kitchen, and you can use multiples to give yourself enough storage space. You can also get creative with these hacks by decorating storage solutions in different ways that better suit your decor.

Take a giant clothes pin if you want For a more creative way to hang towels, ditch the towel rack. Each clothesline holds a towel, but it’s space-efficient because it hangs on the wall (yay vertical space!) and doesn’t stick out far. Most models prefer this Honeydak 12-inch Giant Clothespin (which are available in multiple finishes), come with adhesive hangers, so you don’t have to drill holes in your walls—perfect if you’re a renter. Hang them near areas where you frequently use towels, such as above or next to the sink.

When kitchen space is tight, use the side of the refrigerator. Hanging a magnetic towel bar (with or without hooks) is an easy, renter-friendly way to keep kitchen towels off countertops and save space. Take the popular option Lekusha Magnetic Towel Bar And pair it with decorative S hooks to fit multiple towels in a small space. You can also use this option in the bathroom if you have a large enough magnetic surface for the bar.

TikTok channel Homegoodies A custom wall hanging creates a towel storage solution that keeps linens out of drawers and closets and off countertops, reclaiming unused wall space instead. Grab a long, narrow wooden sign from Dollar Tree or use a scrap board cut to the desired length. Pieces of glue from it Classic Games Tumbling Tower Game Set to create mini shelves. The spacing and height of the dividers will depend on the size of the towels you plan to store. Paint the rack and screw it into the wall. Roll or fold the towels and slide them between the shelves.

Stop using bulky towel racks in favor of a space-saving option: Accordion Peg Rack. These multi-peg racks hold multiple towels in a small space on the wall and you can decide how far to hang them depending on the space available. The towel is easy to hold as it hangs on hooks. In the kitchen, extra pegs work for aprons, baskets to hold small items, or reusable grocery bags.

Another cute upcycling idea starts with a decorative basket. Simply hang it on the wall using command strips. You want the bottom of the basket against the wall with the front opening so you can roll or fold towels and stack them inside. The handle can also hang down and function as a towel holder. If you’re worried that towels will spill out, use a double-lidded basket like this one Vintage basket on Etsy And glue a lid to make a closed space. Either way, you free up storage space and make towels accessible.

Collect wooden crates at a thrift or craft store to store lots of kitchen or bathroom towels together. Sand and paint the crates to give them a smooth, snag-free finish. You can screw multiple crates together and add legs and a wooden plank top to create a freestanding towel rack. Or, attach strong magnets to the corners to hold the crates together, while still allowing them to separate. If floor space is limited, securely attach individual crates to the wall for vertical towel storage.

Wine racks hold glass bottles securely, so they can certainly keep your assorted towels safe. Simply roll up the towel and slide it into the bottle slot. Wall-mounted wine racks are ideal for saving space on counters and shelves, but countertop models also work if you have room for them. This space-saving towel idea is especially suitable for the kitchen, but most wine racks are decorative enough to work in the bathroom. And when they’re filled with towels, the racks don’t really look like wine holders.

Combining a towel bar with decorative shower hooks creates a simple, space-saving, stunning towel storage solution. Now instead of just hanging one towel on the bar, you can store several. You can install the rack next to any cabinet, such as your kitchen island for tea towels or your vanity for bathroom hand towels, or directly on the wall. Towels with loops at the end work well, so they stay on the hooks. You can add a loop to your towel if it doesn’t already have one.

Instagram creator Stephanie Mullen Shows why it’s a good idea to grab a vintage hanging scale. She hangs it from the kitchen ceiling and stacks folded kitchen towels on the scale. It’s a nod to old-time grocery shopping and conversation starters in your kitchen. Because the scale hangs from the ceiling, this towel storage idea doesn’t take up any wall, drawer, shelf or countertop space.

Another kitchen-centric idea is to grab one of those old serving bowls you rarely use to hold a kitchen towel. Rolling up the towel and keeping it upright inside the bowl makes it easy to grab when you need it. While this option will take up a bit of countertop space, you can choose a smaller bowl to reduce the amount of space it claims. You can also buy a pedestal stand and place the bowl on top to leave counter space underneath.