Bathroom towel rack decorating ideas for small shelves are demonstrated in this shiplap bathroom. Wood floating shelves include a black towel rack and display a collection of decorative items. A wood vanity is illuminated by black vintage lighting.
24 Bathroom Towel Shelf Ideas for Extra Storage
Written by
Zakhar (aka Zee)
November 17, 2022
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The addition of a bathroom towel shelf is the ultimate tool to relieve clutter and increase storage. I think we can all agree that no one likes to be stuck in the bathroom towel-less, and with the installation of these shelves it will never happen again. In addition, shelves are multi-purpose and can be used as a decorative device to compliment blank bathroom walls.
Towel shelves can be mounted on the wall or be a freestanding feature, depending on the size of your bathroom. For compact spaces, wall mounted shelves with a towel bar provides functionality as well as visual appeal. For larger spaces, you may consider a freestanding rack, open storage cabinet, or etagere. Of course, it’s important to put as much consideration into the shelf accessories as the shelf itself. Our collection of images below offers some inspirational bathroom towel shelf ideas, have a look and give yourself the gift of storage.
02 of Bathroom Towel Shelves in Compact Bathroom
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This compact bathroom hosts wood bathroom towel shelves mounted beneath a small window. Shelves are accessorized by decorative items and hand towels. Gray shiplap wainscoting is paired with white upper walls. Black circular mirror hangs above a white sink.
03 of Vanity Lighting and Wall Mounted Shelves
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Brass vanity lighting with three frosted bulbs is mounted above a rectangular bathroom mirror. Two wood shelves are affixed to a white wall and showcase vases of pampas grass in neutral colors. Towels are stacked on the bottom shelf.
04 of Bathroom Towel Shelves Tucked in Corner
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Wood bathroom towel shelves are tucked into a small corner and provide storage. Black and white shelf decor is contrasted by white shiplap walls. A stack of black and white folded towels occupy one shelf while the others contain various decorative items.
05 of Floating Wood Shelves with Rolled Towels
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Black bathroom vanity lighting is showcased above a wood framed rectangular mirror. Light wood floating shelves accessorize a white bathroom wall. The shelves include an arrangement of rolled towels and small ornaments.
06 of Rustic Bathroom with Wood Towel Shelves
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Floating wood bathroom towel shelves are mounted between brick tile and a brown wall. Rustic framed wall décor is displayed against a wall shared with a vanity mirror. Wood vanity is finished with a beige countertop.
07 of Wire Bathroom Shelf Towel Rack with Baskets
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Black vintage sign is displayed above a black wire bathroom shelf towel rack. The rack is complimented by woven baskets and towel hangers. White and gray striped shower curtain is draped beside a white toilet with an additional woven basket.
08 of Light Wood Over the Toilet Shelves
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Light wood and black metal over the toilet shelves are fitted above a brown wicker toilet tank basket. The basket is perched on an off-white toilet seated next to a shower covered by a white and black floral shower curtain.
09 of Bathroom Towel Shelf Rack and Matching Shelves
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Shutter style bathroom shelf towel rack with black metal towel holders is mounted against a white wall. A second towel shelf with a black metal frame and wood shelves is exhibited on the adjoining wall.
10 of Display of Mirrors on Shiplap Bathroom Wall
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Gold filigree circle bathroom mirrors are mounted to a white shiplap wall above a rustic white towel etagere. The etagere stands next to a black and white roll top bathtub.
11 of Bathroom Towel Rack Decorating Ideas on Ladder
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Bathroom towel rack decorating ideas are showcased on a decorative wood ladder with wire baskets. Foliage wallpaper accent wall is accentuated by a wood framed mirror and gray textured vanity. Christmas decorations are placed on the black vanity countertop.
12 of Wood Bathroom Shelves Installed on Recessed Wall
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White shiplap walls host floating wood bathroom towel shelves installed within a recessed wall. Rustic elements are paired with wood decorations and white towels to create an attractive display. Black hooks provide additional room for towels.
13 of Black Frame Round Bathroom Mirror
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Round black frame bathroom mirror is fitted against gray wall tile above a gray washstand with white and gray marble countertop. A stained wood and black metal 3 tier shelf stands next to the washstand.
14 of Bathroom Towel Shelf and Beadboard Wainscoting
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Light gray beadboard is installed over a matching vanity with white countertop. A bathroom towel shelf occupies the corner beside the vanity and showcases a stack of folded towels. Beadboard wainscoting continues along the wall to a white freestanding bathtub.
15 of Rustic Wood and Rope Bathroom Towel Shelf
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Rustic wood bathroom towel shelf is joined together by rope and tied to a wall-mounted wood plaque. Metal basket filled with rolled towels is paired with farmhouse décor and white corbels. White beadboard wainscoting hosts a nickel towel rack.
16 of Light Gray Bathroom Walls with Floating Shelves
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White framed window allows natural light into a bathroom with light gray walls. The walls are accentuated by wood floating shelves and a rectangular vanity mirror. The dark brown vanity is complete with a beige granite countertop.
17 of Farmhouse Décor on Bathroom Towel Shelf Rack
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White walls are complimented by a bathroom shelf towel rack with wood shelves and a black towel rack. Farmhouse style décor accessorizes the shelves. A brass framed pedestal table is placed beside a white toilet.
18 of Vintage Chandelier and Standing Towel Rack
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White shiplap bathroom wall includes a square window above a freestanding tub. The tub is accessorized by a vintage chandelier and standing towel rack. Gray and white mosaic tile flooring extends to a shower with a pony wall and glass panels.
19 of White Shiplap Displays Bathroom Towel Shelves
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White shiplap wall displays light wood bathroom towel shelves held in place by black brackets. White planters filled with foliage are placed on each shelf. Folded hand towels and a framed picture add a decorative touch.
20 of Freestanding Cabinet and Glass Enclosed Shower
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Freestanding wood cabinet with open storage is accessorized by folded towels, woven baskets, and glass jars. The cabinet stands on beige tile flooring next to a glass-enclosed shower. Herringbone tile covers the shower floor and hosts a wood bench.
21 of Wood Shelving Unit with Bathroom Towel Shelf
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The wood shelving unit with mesh drawers and cabinets is complete with a bathroom towel shelf. Wood flooring hosts a white vanity with black hardware and a matching faucet. Black triple bulb sconce is mounted above a rectangular black mirror.
22 of White Over the Toilet Shelf for Half Bath
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White over the toilet shelf is fitted next to a light gray frame mirror in this farmhouse half bath. A black washstand under the mirror is finished with a white countertop.
23 of Black Shelf Supports Hold Wood Shelves
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Black shelf supports are installed against an eggshell bathroom wall and hold two wood shelves. A stack of white towels is joined by glass jars on the bottom shelf. The top shelf hosts a wood framed picture and clay planters.
24 of Rustic Décor Items on White Bathroom Shelves
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White bathroom towel shelves are fitted into a corner with white stucco walls. The shelves are filled with rustic baskets and a lantern. A metal wire basket sits on the top shelf packed with grey towels.
