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Shared or compact bathrooms require smart storage and hygiene-focused tools. I have been there, the dreaded one bathroom per floor. But if that is your situation or you are fortunate enough to have a solo bathroom the care is the same.
Always keep it clean but assume it’s not. The amount of funky feet that have walked those tiles is likely staggering, never go barefoot, just don’t. Trust me your feet will thank you for it.
This guide will show you tips to prepare yourself before you move in or if you already live the life. I will also give you my top picks that you should consider for your barracks or dorm.
Use shower caddies for transport. Having a well stocked kit is the way to go. You don’t want to realize halfway during your shower you have forgotten your favorite shower shammy and now you’re doing the wet run down your hall to the look from your barracks mates.
Bathrooms can be messy, but a bit or prep can help save you a ton of time during clean up. Having some trash bags handy will help. Cutting your hair is best practice to lay down some plastic or you will be cleaning out hair clippings for weeks to come.
Cleaning your boots in the shower sounds like a great idea until you have a muddy mess. Take a trash bag, open it up wide and set it on the floor. Place your boots inside while still open and allow to dry. Close the bag and knock off the dry mud. Now they should be much easier to clean, with all the mud off of it.
No one wants to be stuck with the cleaning bill. Have each person on the floor chip in and donate a supply. Since you’re reading this, you’re likely the person to organize this. As your command for space, like a closet to store. They may be able to free something up. If you’re stuck with it, get a small locker and keep it in the bathroom with a lock on it. Yes, lock up cleaning supplies. You would be surprised at what can grow legs and walk out on you when you’re not looking.
Choosing quick-dry towels can be helpful. It’s tempting to throw your wadded up towel in a basket or stuff in a dresser, but it will bite you. Space can be tight but you can improvise a clothesline to dry your items by putting up a plastic broom handle in between two closets or the back of two chairs. Use moisture-resistant storage, mold is a beast and will ruin your day if you let it.
Click on the Guide Hub for all the other Barrack living guides and be sure to check my top picks for items that you can get for your room right now.
A compact hanging toiletry organizer that keeps all hygiene items in one place and off shared bathroom counters. Multiple compartments and a built-in hook make it easy to stay organized and keep your gear clean in barracks or dorm environments
