Use this list to learn what should stay far away from your bathroom and where to keep items instead.
John Bessler
Thanks to their tight quarters and poor ventilation, bathrooms are quick to harbor heat and humidity.
Unfortunately, this makes them a prime breeding ground formold and mildewto grow.
Credit:John Bessler
Safeguard your items from humidity damage and protect yourself from any potential health hazards by following these simple guidelines.
It’s a smart idea to avoid placing the following items anywhere in the bathroom.
The upside of this is that youll also avoid overcrowding and makebathroom storageeasier.
Here are 10 things you should never store in the bathroomand where to keep them instead.
Medicine
Avoid storing medicationalong with any vitamins and supplementsin the bathroom.
And, yes, this means you should becleaning shower curtains, bath mats, andbathrobes regularlytoo.
Backstock Toiletries
Depending on the size of your bathroom, you might not have room for bulk-bought products.
But if you do, reconsider where you’re storing them.
Razors and replacement blades will do the same or, at the very least, dull faster.
Find an alternative spot in the house tostore backstock itemsuntil youre ready to use them.
Jewelry
Just like cans and razors, metal jewelry will tarnish quickly if left in a humid space.
If they come in contact with water, they can short-circuit and be permanently broken.
Or, worse, they can become a fire hazzard.
Additionally, always terminate the toilet bowl lid before flushing it to contain germs.
Fragrances, like perfume and cologne, will break down in a bathroom setting and lose their potency.
The same goes for pictures, even if theyre framed and hung on a wall.
Moisture can still seep into the frames and form mold, ruining your favorite photos.
Once again, heat and humidity will be responsible for damaging these pieces beyond repair.
Instead,safely store cleaning suppliesin a utility closet.
