How to Choose the Best Bathroom Counter Organizer?

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By Lauren Scruggs

Updated: Jun 18, 2025

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    The bathroom counter is one of the most cluttered places in your home. They have a lot to hold in place, like makeup, hair accessories, lotions, etc. Adding a bathroom counter organizer can help you declutter the counter and organize everything in its place. This also ensures easy access to organized bathroom accessories. However, see if the counter organizer complements the bathroom's decor. In this blog, we discuss more about the bathroom counter organizer and the factors to consider to choose the right organizer.

    Factors to Consider While Choosing Organizers

    Here are a few factors you should consider before getting a bathroom counter organizer for your bathroom:

    Size

    Consider the size of the counter organizer that you want to buy. They come in different sizes based on their height, width, and depth to fit the different types of counters. Some small organizers are designed to fit perfectly in a corner near the sink. Whereas others are designed to fit between two sinks in a larger area. Also, consider the length or depth of the organizer to keep big items like shampoo and conditioner bottles or hairsprays. Choose the organizer size according to the available space on the counter.

    Material

    Bathroom counter organizers come in different materials like wood, bamboo, metal, plastic, etc. Choose the right material based on your storage needs and safety concerns. If you will be storing materials that heat up, like hair curling and straightening tools, make sure your organizer can safely hold them. Choose an organizer made of metal so that it won't burn or melt if it comes in contact with the heat.

    Durability

    Check if the organizer you choose is sturdy and long-lasting. It is important to check if it can survive heat or water depending on where it is kept. They should be able to withstand the humid environment of the bathroom.

    Different Materials for Organisers

    Bathroom counter organizers are made of different materials, and therefore, it is important to select one based on your needs.

    Bamboo

    Bamboo Bathroom Organizers Near a Sink
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    Bathroom Organisers made of bamboo are strong, and therefore, they can hold many objects. They are also more water-resistant than most hardwoods, so that they can resist humidity and water splashes in the bathroom. You can keep the organizer close to the sink without worrying about water running out of the sink. Also, they won't fade over time.

    Plastic

    A Transparent Amber Colored Plastic Bathroom Counter Organizer
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    Plastic organizers are portable, easy to move, and easy to maintain. They are also water-resistant, so you don't have to worry about them getting wet. Most plastic organizers are lightweight, so you won't be able to put heavy things in them. Also, keep your heating tools away from these plastic organizers as they might melt.

    Acrylic

    A Clear Acrylic Two Tier Bathroom Shelf
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    Acrylic organizers are a good option for those who use heating appliances. You can keep all your hair styling products in one place. If they have sections, you can also keep smaller things in them.

    Stainless Steel and Metal

    Stainless Steel Bathroom Counter Organizer
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    Stainless steel is perfect for storing heating tools as it cools them down. Also, they are strong enough to hold your bigger and bulkier products.

    Types of Organizers

    Hair Accessory Organizer

    Standing Hair Accessory Organizer
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    If you are someone who regularly uses hair tools, a hair accessory organizer is a must for you. This way, you will be able to access your hair tools easily without any chances of damage to them. You can keep your blow dryer, curling iron, and other hot tools all in one place. Try to find a standing organizer with different sections for brushes, styling tools, and hair accessories like clips and hair ties.

    Makeup Organizer

    A Clear Makeup Organizer
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    These organizers are generally customizable, and therefore, they have enough space to store many kinds of cosmetics products. If the organizer has pull-out drawers, it's best to keep your eyeliners, lip liners, and mascara there. Lipsticks and roller perfume bottles can be organized in standing slots. Acrylic organizers are usually stackable, allowing you to maximize storage without occupying more counter space.

    Turntable Organizer

    A Divided Turntable Organizer
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    A turntable or Lazy Susan is the smartest solution to organizing your products. They are circular, rotating trays that are perfect to fit curvaceous items like serum or spray bottles. It is recommended to look for taller organizers to hold items that will put a little weight on them. You can get a divided turntable to keep your morning routine items on one side and night routine items on the other side.

    Tray

    A Ceramic Tray Holding Jewelry and Cotton Swabs
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    Using trays to organize bathroom counters can be a good idea as it makes your counter clutter-free. They are made of different materials like ceramic or acrylic. You can keep your jewelry, cotton swabs, or other small items that would otherwise create clutter. Trays are ideal for those with fewer items to organize.

    Cup

    A Repurposed Ceramic Mug as a Bathroom Organizer
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    You can reuse your unused cup or mug kept in the kitchen as an organizer in the bathroom. You can keep your basic small items like toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, and makeup brushes in them.

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