13 Easily Overlooked Bathroom Accessories Every Home Needs

Amanda Pena
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(Photo: Bosca78 via Getty Images)
(Photo: Bosca78 via Getty Images)

The bathroom is probably the easiest and least expensive room to refresh and update, but it’s often overlooked for bigger, more exciting decorative rooms like the living room or dining rooms.

It might not be the most glamorous room in the home, but it is heavily used by both family and guests, so putting a little bit of time and attention into updating it with just a few refreshing accessories will go a long way.

Your bathroom just needs a few basics to make it your own spa oasis. Below, check out our list of 13 accessories every bathroom needs, and be sure to sign up for our Full Carts, Can’t Lose email to stay on top of the best sales each week.

Vanity Set

This multi-purpose set includes a toothbrush holder, soap dish, soap dispenser (<a href="https://jet.com/product/Mrs-Meyers-Clean-Day-Foaming-Handsoap-Watermelon-10-Fl-Oz/162e3f57132b432aa6f64367db39aec3" target="_blank">to fill with your favorite soap</a>) and a miscellaneous tray. All essentials for a chic yet simple bathroom. <a href="https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/mint-stripes-bath-container5" target="_blank">Get it here</a>, $12-$22.

Toilet Paper Holder

This holder doubles as a magazine rack. <a href="https://www.wayfair.com/Better-Living-Products-Free-Standing-Toilet-Paper-Holder-KBW1030.html?SSAID=595441&amp;refid=SS595441&amp;creative=549761&amp;m=11035&amp;piid=7442645" target="_blank">Get it here</a>, $42.

Cleaning Supplies

Get this <a href="https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips-Hideaway-Compact-Toilet/dp/B003M8GMRW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1506366425&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=bathroom+brush" target="_blank">toilet brush</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Extendable-Scrubber/dp/B00L9X4WCE/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1506366425&amp;sr=8-6&amp;keywords=bathroom+brush" target="_blank">tile scrubber</a> for&nbsp;under $25&nbsp;for easy bathroom upkeep.

Trash Can

A simple touch that will make all the difference when it comes to cleanliness. <a href="https://www.wayfair.com/Umbra-Skinny-2-Gallon-Waste-Basket-UMB1981.html?piid=20352148" target="_blank">Get it here</a>, $8.
A simple touch that will make all the difference when it comes to cleanliness. Get it here, $8.

Shower Mat

Get this powerful gripping one <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Original-Featuring-Powerful-Gripping-Technology/dp/B01F5K9YNS/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1506366200&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=bathroom+tub+mat" target="_blank">here</a> for $12.
Get this powerful gripping one here for $12.

Storage

Not only does this save space because it's standing, but it has four cubbies to hold all your bathroom essentials.
Not only does this save space because it's standing, but it has four cubbies to hold all your bathroom essentials.

Towel Set

An easy way to refresh the bathroom is new towels. Get this six-piece set <a href="https://www.wayfair.com/Brayden-Studio-Bishopsworth-6-Piece-Towel-Set-BRSD3606.html?piid=15418550" target="_blank">here</a>, $42.
An easy way to refresh the bathroom is new towels. Get this six-piece set here, $42.

Shower Curtain

Get this shower curtain here, <a href="https://www.wayfair.com/The-Twillery-Co.-Miller-Shower-Curtain-CHMB1002.html?piid=20104234" target="_blank">$37</a>. And don't forget a <a href="https://www.wayfair.com/Charlton-Home-Tamesbury-Nylon-Shower-Curtain-Liner-CHLH2850.html?piid=15996228" target="_blank">liner</a>.

Hand Towel

Add some flair to&nbsp;your bathroom with decorative hand towels. Get them <a href="https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/tarren-towel-collection?category=SEARCHRESULTS&amp;color=004&amp;quantity=1&amp;size=Hand%20Towel&amp;type=REGULAR" target="_blank">here</a>, $18.

Room Freshener

To avoid any awkward guest situations, get this <a href="https://jet.com/product/Mrs-Meyers-Clean-Day-Room-Freshener-Lavender-8-Oz/37fe16b0b76645b3a097eac060461b65" target="_blank">here</a>, $5.
To avoid any awkward guest situations, get this here, $5.

Floor Mat

Switch up your typical fuzzy bath mat look with this waterproof bamboo mat for only <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DTEXFH8" target="_blank">$40</a>.
Switch up your typical fuzzy bath mat look with this waterproof bamboo mat for only $40.

Wall Mirror

Get this minimalist one <a href="https://www.wayfair.com/Cherine-Hexagon-Wall-Mirror-WRLO8732.html" target="_blank">here, $146</a>.
Get this minimalist one here, $146.

Shower Caddy

Get rid of the clutter lining your shower with this rust-proof caddy, <a href="https://www.oxo.com/products/storage-organization/bathroom/aluminum-3-tier-shower-caddy" target="_blank">$50</a>.
Get rid of the clutter lining your shower with this rust-proof caddy, $50.

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