10 Clever Bathroom Laundry Basket Ideas: Small Bathroom? Big Style: Creative Laundry Basket SolutionsSophie TanSep 24, 2025Table of Contents1. Built-in Cabinet Basket2. Slim Rolling Cart Basket3. Wall-mounted Hamper4. Under-the-Sink Canvas Bag5. Corner Tower Basket6. Double-bin for Sorting7. Bench with Hidden Storage8. Over-the-door Hamper9. Stackable Baskets in a Niche10. Integrated Tall CabinetFAQFree Room PlannerDesign your dream room online for free with the powerful room designer toolStart for FREEOnce, I designed a tiny bathroom where the client insisted on having a full-sized clawfoot tub, double vanity, and—of all things—a visible laundry basket that "looked expensive." We almost played Jenga with the floor space, but it taught me: small spaces force you to get creative. That very project inspired me to collect my favorite bathroom laundry basket ideas, perfect for when every inch matters.1. Built-in Cabinet BasketI love hiding the basket inside a vanity cupboard. It keeps the space looking clean, though plumbing sometimes needs adjusting. In my experience, using a pull-out drawer mechanism—something I’d plan in a room planner design—makes it more functional.save pin2. Slim Rolling Cart BasketPerfect for that 20cm gap between the sink and the wall. Wheels make it easy to move, but the challenge is avoiding wobbly frames—cheap ones don’t last long in humid bathrooms.save pin3. Wall-mounted HamperIf your floor is premium real estate, hang it up. I once did a brushed brass frame that doubled as a towel holder. Just watch the weight limits.save pin4. Under-the-Sink Canvas BagGreat for renters—it’s soft, foldable, and can disappear when guests come over. The only downside: it needs regular washing to avoid damp smells.save pin5. Corner Tower BasketA tall, narrow basket tucked into a shower corner looks almost intentional. Best with waterproof materials, because bathrooms love to test your design decisions.save pin6. Double-bin for SortingLights and darks, right from the start. I once integrated this into a vanity design with subtle labeling—planned out in a free floor plan creator mock-up to get proportions right.save pin7. Bench with Hidden StorageIdeal for giving you a place to sit while hiding laundry. Winning for both aesthetics and function, but be careful the lid opens smoothly in tight spaces.save pin8. Over-the-door HamperFor ultra-small spaces, this is gold. It’s easy to install but mind the hinge clearance. I learned the hard way the door may not close with bulky fabrics inside.save pin9. Stackable Baskets in a NicheIf you’ve got a wall recess, stack baskets vertically. It creates a tidy look and keeps laundry off the floor. Add labels if multiple people share the space.save pin10. Integrated Tall CabinetMy favorite trick for family bathrooms—a tall, ventilated cabinet with a pull-out basket at hip height. I prototype the layouts using a kitchen layout planner interface so every element works together.save pinFAQQ: What’s the best laundry basket for a humid bathroom?A: Go for plastic, resin, or treated wood with ventilation holes to prevent mold.Q: Can I have a stylish basket on a budget?A: Yes! Try woven polypropylene options—they mimic natural fiber but resist moisture.Start for FREEPlease check with customer service before testing new feature.Free Room PlannerDesign your dream room online for free with the powerful room designer toolStart for FREE