I Put a Glass Pitcher in My Bathroom, and It’s the Chicest Storage Trick
I’m always on the hunt for functional bathroom storage solutions that actually elevate my space. In particular, I had been looking for smart organizers for my Dyson hair dryer and straightener, because my hair-styling tools and their long, unwieldy cords were creating unnecessary bathroom counter clutter.
An idea struck me at my local hair salon, where I saw hair-styling tools neatly arranged in glass pitchers. I knew that as soon as I got home, I had to try this hair-tool storage trick.
Why You Should Put a Glass Pitcher in Your Bathroom
When I got home, I placed my hair dryer and straightener into a glass pitcher and vase, and my bathroom counter clutter completely disappeared. The containers were spacious enough to hold my hair clips and hair dryer attachments while remaining sturdy enough not to tip over.
The heavy, weighted bases of the pitcher and vase keep top-heavy heat tools securely balanced, while the wide mouths and heat-resistant glass make it easy to drop tools inside — once mostly cooled — without damaging or burning the countertop. You can set them on a silicone mat to allow them to cool before storing them.
Why a Glass Pitcher Makes the Perfect Bathroom Storage
The pitchers helped me organize my hair tools in a visually arresting manner while adding a curated, boutique-salon aesthetic to my bathroom. It’s a brilliant hack that’s also remarkably easy to maintain. I simply wipe them down with a damp microfiber cloth or hand-wash them with warm, soapy water. If you’re looking to eliminate cord chaos and elevate your bathroom vanity using items you probably already have, it’s a delightfully clever trick.
However, if you have young children, pets who jump onto counters, or a cramped vanity, glass pitchers are at higher risk of falling and breaking, so it’s not for everyone. Always make sure to keep them as far from the edge of the countertop as possible, and consider securing them to your countertop with museum gel.
Glass Pitchers and Vases to Shop for This Trick
If you want to try this trick yourself and don’t have anything to use on hand, there are plenty of gorgeous, functional options that balance weight, heat resistance, and style.
The IKEA 365+ Pitcher with Lid is sleek, minimal, and features clear, heat-resistant glass with a clean silhouette; the Pottery Barn Jupiter Pitcher boasts a vintage beaded texture and a substantial, weighted base; and the Simax Glass Large Pitcher is made of durable borosilicate glass, which can handle high temperature changes effortlessly.