If there’s one room that’s a constant struggle to maintain, it’s the bathroom. As one of the most frequently used rooms in a home, it sees heavy foot traffic. Adding to this is the never-ending battle of keeping a space that’s wet and humid dry. Otherwise, you run the risk of mildew, mold, and everything…
Luckily, there are plenty of ways to mitigate the problem. You can use a dehumidifier, turn on the exhaust fan, prop open a window, and even squeegee your shower walls. But there’s one unlikely way to keep your bathroom essentials dry that we think is pure genius — and we bet you’ll agree.
Kitchen Essential Turned Bathroom Must-Have
We are all for multipurpose items, and the clever hacks that come with them — think using Pine-Sol to freshen laundry or Tang to descale a dishwasher. Our latest discovery comes from Apartment Therapy contributor Ciéra Cree, who asserts that a salad spinner deserves a place in your bathroom. We know, we know. How could a salad spinner possibly help keep your bathroom clean? Turns out, quite a bit.
Why You Need a Salad Spinner in Your Bathroom
The logic is simple: Just as a salad spinner quickly dries your lettuce, it can dry other items, too. In the bathroom, a salad spinner can be used to remove excess moisture from smaller items — anything from hand towels to hair scrunchies. This is especially helpful since these things are bound to get wet between humid showers and frequent hand washing.
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This hack is perfect for items such as shower loofahs and mesh poufs. While they typically air-dry just fine, tossing them in a salad spinner can speed up the process and prevent water from pooling underneath them. It’s also incredibly useful for facecloths. Instead of letting them sit in a damp pile in your laundry basket and risking a musty smell, why not take them for a spin? Other items that are well suited to this hack include makeup sponges, reusable cleansing rounds, microfiber cleaning cloths, and kids’ bath toys.
When it comes to the bathroom, the sooner things dry, the better. Any hack that helps fight moisture is one worth trying. So, go ahead and get yourself a designated bathroom salad spinner — you’ll be glad you did.
