Small Space Nightstand With A Toothbrush Holder

We've had several bedrooms in the past that just didn't allow for a nightstand, so we thought this wall-mounted basket and bathroom accessory combo was a great use of a small space. It gets the job done with a super small footprint!

Angela over at IKEA Hacker had a great idea when it comes to small spaces. After not having quite enough room for more traditional bedside tables, she turned to a toothbrush holder and a basket. She's able to store books and her glasses with ease, as well as a cup of water!

We've always wanted a bedside carafe, but have been afraid of our own clumsiness, so this stay-put wall mounted option is extra appealing. You can see another view over at IKEA Hacker.

Thanks Angela!

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Comments (16)

I love this idea! I've had to deal with several small spaces and never thought of this. I will definitely keep this in mind for the future.

I also like the fact that you can mount the basket at whatever height you like--I always hate nightstands that are shorter than the mattress.

I like the idea of the basket, but I think I would prefer a small shelf instead, since there seems to be enough space for one. Also, I would be wary about putting that cup back into it's holder in the middle of the night while half asleep.

If you have space on the wall to hang this next to your bed, you have space for a small table.

i like this idea

but ditto what bepsf said.

i'm just nervous seeing that extension cord affixed to the bed. one spark and ... oh dear...

I think it's more of a cup holder than a toohbrush holder. Why on earth would anyone want a toothbrush holder by their bed?

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You know those tooth brush holders that look like cups with the holes in the top?

Any ways its a great idea for a kids room. Top bunk or if they don't have a side table yet if you are too scared to use one in case they fall from their bed and bump their heads.

I have to disagree with the statement that 'if you have room for this you have room for a table'. Tables are rarely made narrower than 18", unless you are talking about something like a plant stand. Even wall shelves are rarely shorter than 18".

I also have to disagree that "if you have room for this, you have room for a table." In my bedroom, right where there would be "room for a table" is the room's radiator. I never like to keep things on the radiators, at least in winter, because ours get super hot. But I could mount something like this over the radiator. And I'm sure there are other people with similar oddities to their bedrooms.

It's a great idea. I'm going to be on the lookout for just the right basket.

I hate to say it but I agree with bepsf on the fact if you have this, you did have the room for a table.

I LOVE this. I have all my books piled on the floor by my bed since the wall next to my bed has a stupid baseboard heater lining the bottom of it.

I disagree with bepsf et al. about having room for a table. One positive of this setup is that there is NO physical footprint and visual weight.

I love this idea.

What a great idea. My bed slides into a slight recess and does not allow for traditional bedside tables. I'm now thinking of a basket with a small floating shelf above it.

Thanks

Cool if it works for you. (I can see other bathroom accessories used this way, too -- glass shelves, etc.) For me it would never be enough surface, though. Lamp, tissues, glasses, book, and alarm clock are minimum. Other things may be added as needed: cough drops or medicine, carafe and glass, more books, etc...

Where do I put my alarm clock?