Bathroom notions: top tips

Bathroom storage

Wall storage is excellent for bathrooms as it keeps things clear of the floor, which may be damp, and doesn't reduce the amount of floor space. Stools and linen baskets supply seating as well as shelving, baskets keep laundry out of sight and an old-fashioned bath rack will hold soaps and keep other essentials to hand. Ladder racks make use of vertical drying space for several towels.

Antique painted cupboard, £88, Pimpernel & Partners. Shell cross, £2.50; scented candle, £24: both RE. Bath gel, £23.50; lavender-filled heart, £9.50: both Notonthehighstreet.com. Vintage enamel plate, mug and pewter pot, antiques-shop finds. Postcard, £8.81 (set of eight), Cabbages & Roses. Shaving brushes, £18.50 each, The English Shaving Company.

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