Keep Shower Curtain Lining from BillowingI have a Dollar Tree shower liner. It's almost not worth it but my shower curtain is lace, so, for now, I have to have one.
Marking the Perfect Spot on Bathtub FaucetAs I age, I realize I can't handle as much hot water as I used to. But a hot soak that isn't hot, isn't a hot soak. So, I found the perfect temperature and marked the spot with a pretty gem you can barely see. As I am in a rental, I will be able to take it off when I leave.
Plug a Leaky Tub DrainWhen I fill the tub for a hot soak, I lose water over time.
Shower Rod for Towel RackI purchased a shower tension rod from Wal-mart for $9.88 to hang over the back of the bathtub. It is out of the way and working great. I'm enjoying the extra space for hanging towels to dry.
Bathtub SafetyI am visually impaired with vestibular organ eye dysfunction which causes balance/vertigo problems. For safety measures and as a suggestion from my doctor, my husband built this wooden pole beside my bathtub near my bath bench for assistance in getting in and out of the bathtub.
Revamping the BathroomUsing what I had and spending zero money, I improved the bathroom in my home by making things uncluttered and rearranged. I had an etegere' I sold, took all the crowded medicine out of the glass sliding mirrored cabinet, crocheted for about an hour and, voila!
Make Your Bathroom Cabinet PrettyI have a ton of room in my bathroom for medicine and such. Hiding it all behind mirrored doors that often didn't close properly was a pain. So today I decided to combine what I had on my cabinet shelf on top and on the counter to inside and on top of the cabinet itself.
Attach Sink Skirt with Clear TapeIf you're like me and live in a rental, you don't want a hard job of cleaning up that sticky tape. I took regular scotch tape and taped this skirt to my sink. I could have done a better job with even lines had I had someone to help me. Scotch tape of even a lightweight duct tape would work.
Hanging a Shower CaddyI love shower caddies. They are convenient and hook over the shower faucet just perfectly. Except when they don't. That was the case today when I went to hang mine. The faucet was so far forward that the caddy wouldn't stay put.
Mark Shower for Correct TemperatureIf you have a shower and only one tap, you know you get cold water or boiling hot before getting the right temperature. All you have to do is mark the tap with a marker or whiteout once you find the right setting you like.
Add Fresh Scent to Toilet PaperWhen you are ready to change the roll of toilet paper. Put a few drops of essential oils on the inside cardboard roll or spray your favorite fragrance into the cardboard roll.The roll will absorb the scent.
Cabinet for Storing Toilet TissueThis is more of a suggestion than a tip. I'm no graphics artist, so please forgive my crude and hastily put together picture.
K-Cup Drain StopperTake an unused Keurig cup and place it in the drain. A great temporary solution that works like a charm!
Reuse Produce Rubber BandsI use those big thick rubber bands from vegetables for use on shower pipes to stop shower caddies sliding off of the shower pipe that holds the shower head. Works great!
Silicone Packets for Moisture ControlI save those small silicone bead packets that you get with some items. I put them in a decorative bowl in the bathroom. It helps to absorb some of the moisture so I don't develop mold in the bathroom.
Hang Toothbrush in Metal Medicine CabinetWe have all heard keeping a toothbrush in the vicinity of a flushing toilet is not good, as it can catch what sprays into the air, ick! So, all it takes in an old fashioned metal medicine cabinet is to use two or three large paper clips.
Using Bleach to Clean Jacuzzi JetsThere is no need to scrub. Simply fill the tub with water and then add a half gallon of household bleach. Turn on the pump and let it run for an hour. Turn off the pump and let the bleach water stand overnight.
Use a Bath Towel in Place of MatFor the past few months, I have noticed that we both get our toes entangled in the step out rugs, especially at night. So I took all my rugs out of the bathroom. When we shower, we just spread another bath towel and toss them all in the wash when we finish.
Using Shower Curtains with Shower ChairWhen my husband needed to start using a long shower chair, the kind that is halfway out of the tub, we needed to come up with a way to keep the water inside the tub.
X14 for Keeping your Shower and Tub CleanI use X14 for mildew and mold. It dissolves all the mildew in seconds and all you do is rinse off. It can also be used in paint the next time you paint your bathroom and will help keep the mold and mildew from forming.
Use Burp Cloths as Hand TowelsMy children have grown past the baby stage and I had a ton of cloth diapers and burp cloths. Some of them were very nice and had embroidery on them. I needed some more hand towels in the kitchen to dry hands and dry dishes so I thought, "Why don't I use them?"
Refinishing a BathtubOne can buy a product from Homax that is a tub refinishing kit. I am told it works very well but you have to have good ventilation. You prep it, paint it, and let it dry.
Frugal Wall UpdateMy mother's taste in decor and mine differ a WHOLE lot. Her bathroom was "darling", while I am a bit more daring. This whole update was under $10 but the outcome is a lot more valuable in appeal.
Vanity From Refurbished DresserMy sons made a vanity for me in my bathroom. I gave it a combo finish of shabby chic and stenciling. I get many compliments on it.
When a Bathtub Shelf Won't FitI love those wire basket shelves that adjust over the tub. I finally found one, but then realized that the oval shape of my tub made it not fit. Not one to be daunted, I found that it fits over the lip on top and the curtain rod.
Storing Toilet PaperRinse and dry a 3 liter pop bottle. Then carefully cut off the top and bottom, near where the bottle starts to curve and there is flatness. Decorate in any way you choose to compliment your bathroom.
Hair Catcher For the DrainPlace an old, used fabric softener sheet over the drain. The hair will stick to the sheet, allowing the water to flow smoothly down the drain. When you're done, just toss the sheet into the wastebasket.
Stabilizing an EtagereI recently got a nice etagere for the bathroom. However, I live in an older apartment where the floor tends to slant.
Use Towels as Bathroom CurtainI have a large window in my master bath above a garden tub that can allow someone to look in when the leaves are off the trees. A simple remedy I came up with was to put a tension rod in the window, and hem the top of 2 bath towels to hang on the rod.
Prevent Rust Stains From Soap DispenserMore than once, I have had a bathroom hand soap dispenser that "leaks" rust on my white sink edge where the dispenser sits. I have really liked the dispensers and not wanted to throw them away.
Keep Shower Rack From Sliding Down Shower HeadI bought a new shower shelf rack to replace my old one. It is the kind that fits over the shower head on the pipe that comes out of the wall. This rack kept sliding down toward the shower head.
Patching Chipped Enamel Around Tub DrainThere is chipped enamel around the drain in my tub. I have tried to cover it with enamel paint meant for that from the hardware store, but it's expensive and wears off.
Put Floating Candles and Petals in Your Bathtub for PartiesWhen you are having people over and would like to create ambiance, fill the bathtub with water. Add a few drops of food coloring if desired, and place some fresh flower petals and floating candles in the bath.
Make Your Own Shower CurtainShower drapes can be costly. Purchase a plastic table cloth, make sure the size is appropriate to fit. Get a one hole punch and punch holes across the width of table cloth.
Run Water in Unused BathroomI was watching TV and heard an interview with a rep from Ben Franklin Plumbing. She said to run the water in unused bathrooms (toilet, sink and shower) once a month.
Use PVC Caps To Cover Toilet BoltsI had to replace my bathroom commode. Due to floor conditions from prior use, the installer used copper or brass bolts to install the commode. These were taller/longer than the ones that came with new commode. Covers for bolts could not be covered with original covers that came in the box with new commode.
Use Glass Etching on Badly Worn Shower DoorI bought a fixer upper home and it has a shower that was etched so bad with hard water spots. I didn't want to replace the glass, had lots more money to spend on other things.
Repairing Ripped Shower CurtainsIdeas For Fixing A Ripped Shower Curtain. Post your own!
Toilet PlungerWith the low volume toilets required in homes these days, it's almost certain you'll need a plunger at least once a week. To keep mine from messing up the floor after use, I use a lid from a Cool Whip bowl to set it on. It fits perfectly and keeps the floor clean and dry!
Caulking Around the SinkBefore caulking around a sink put masking tape around the edge leaving a gap of about a quarter of an inch. Place caulk around edge and wipe soapy fingers over caulk to form seam. Pull tape off and you will have a clean caulking job.
A Wine Rack For Bath TowelsFor a different look in your bathroom, take a wine rack and store your rolled up bath towels in it. This new look has been a topic of conversation for my house guests many times over.
Prevent Rust on Toilet Seat ScrewsPaint the screws with Maybelline Crystal Clear Nail Polish. It will seal the screws and if needed to unscrew them just apply polish remover! It works like a charm and your toilet seats stay looking nice.
Big Toilet Paper HolderI take a towel rack instead of a toilet roll holder just leave one end loose enough to slide the rod off to put more on it I can get 4 rolls on a wooden towel rack.
By Debbie
Hanging on the Towel RacksI remember as a kid hanging from the towel racks in our bathroom. We would eventually pull them out of the walls.
In my kids bathroom, I just use simple hooks bought at the buck store. They can't hang from them, and it is a lot easier for my kids to actually hang their towels up too.
It doesn't look half bad either!!
By Tori Parker
Install a Versatile Shower HeadWhen it's time to replace your shower head, consider buying one that has a hose on it. It can be detached from the fixture and used to clean a lot of household items. I use ours to wash off baskets, silk flowers, wreaths, lamp shades, etc.
Changing Your Shower Curtain TipWhen changing the shower curtain liner, use the towel bar as an easy-reach holder for the curtain rings.
