A messy bathroom, unorganized toiletries and clutter in general seems to be a never-ending situation in
many homes. The solution? The handy device that is referred to as the shower caddy! We hope to provide you with useful information to help with your
shopping.
Aside from the kitchen, the bathroom is often the area most prone to clutter. Between the toiletries,
makeup, grooming equipment, and cleaning supplies, the area can become quite messy. Within the shower alone, people usually have shampoo,
conditioner, soap, a razor, and a washcloth. A shower caddy can organize these and the other items stashed
in the shower.
These relatively inexpensive devices will help save some space, can be pleasant in appearance, and make it
easy to organize and itemized your toiletries. Shower caddies are made from a variety of materials, from plastic to bronze to stainless steel and
even wood. They are either made to mount on wall of the shower, hang on the shower head, adhere to the walls, and other types are carried to and from
the shower.
In general, men usually have fewer supplies within their showers than women, but even they have the basics.
Shampoo, maybe some conditioner, soap, and a washcloth are standards and those who are more advanced in their tastes also have shower gel and even a
loofah. Caddies keep all of these items organized so they are easy to find and nicely contained.
Women tend to have more than one bottle of shampoo, various shower gels, a razor, and shaving cream in
addition to the male staples. It is not uncommon to find a brush, pouf, and several other products, like leave-in hair treatments, in a woman's
shower. In many cases, this area is shared with another family member, so a caddy is the perfect way for the female to keep her things
separated.
Caddies are must-haves for college students because they often share bathroom facilities with others on
their dorm floor. If they left the shower supplies in the bathroom, these items would surely be gone the next day. It is more economical to use
caddies to transport the items to and from the shower daily. They are also ideal for summer camp or small apartments that need space saving
ideas.
Some people rotate bathrooms within their own homes, opting to shower in outside stalls during warm summer
months. They can conveniently carry all their supplies in a shower caddy so they don't need to run back inside when they realize they need something.
Caddies are inexpensive, come in various colors and patterns, and some have various compartments for additional organization.
Choosing A Shower Caddy
In choosing what type of shower caddy is appropriate for your bathroom, you should
consider how much space the shower has. Color and design that match your bathroom is another thing to consider. Some people prefer durability, like
stainless steel bars that last for a very long time. Another type is the plastic shower caddy which is clear, easy to install, and very inexpensive.
But be careful with plastic ones as some are low quality and break easily.
If you want something that looks classy and don't mind spending a couple more dollars, a bronze shower
caddy is a nice choice. A type of bronze one is called "oil rubbed". This is still classy but has a more rustic appearance.
Another interesting innovation is this horizontal tension parallel caddy design with adjustable storage
baskets. It has a high compression spring and additional side brackets that provide secure grip to the shower or tub wall. This caddy is rust-proof
and corrosion-resistant including the stainless steel baskets. Drilling is not required for installation.
The common hanging shower caddy is place over a shower head. Sometimes they feature a retractable handle so
you can carry it anywhere. This is perfect for a small space. You can find some with an anti-microbial additive, which is desirable when you are
sharing a bathroom.
A Couple Suggestions
Squid Shower Caddy. This is a cool, cute and innovative design in the market today and generally
costs around $35. It's stretchy and elastic tentacles hold shampoo, soap and other products easily. You can just grab it and squeeze out the bottles
and leave it hanging there. The only disadvantage is it might take time for you to put your soap back into their little openings when you're trying
to take a quick shower.
Power Lock Suction Shower Caddy. This caddy is made of two or three shelves with two hooks and
space for disposable razers. It doesn't require any tools for installation and has a fairly strong suction cup locking system. It is easy to both
remove and clean, and holds a good deal of products. Can be found for about $22 at Amazon.com.
For something small and cute, check out Blumz Baskets Shower Totes. They are colorful little
baskets with wire handles and can be easily carried on your trips to the bathroom. You can find them for less than $10 online.
