Some of these were great and some didn’t make sense
We just survived Black Friday and like many of you, we were looking at all of the articles shouting about the greatest products for your home. But, have you ever really thought about the items? Or do you just scroll past? This week we’re taking a look at a popular article over on Buzzfeed and giving our breakdown on whether or not we think you should add these to your bathroom. We’re looking at this article, so if you want to check it out before we get to it, have at it!
Before we get started, this is our rating system. We did a rating of 1-10, with 1 “Being no way am I buying this” and 10 being “absolutely, you should get it”.
1. 1 - NO, these look beautiful for about a week before the hot water makes them lose their shine. They also don’t hold everything that you need if you have a household of more than 1 person.
2. 5 - We are split on this one because, on one hand, you can DIY this look for yourself much more easily, BUT if the bamboo lids fit with your current decor, it’s an easy purchase.
3. 1 - We have been warned to absolutely NOT do this, as it will actually ruin the finish on your tub. If you turn a normal cleaning into an attachment that’s one thing. The brushes that are designed for your drill though, are typically made with metal or wood in mind and will ruin your lovely tub.
4. 10 - Utilize that vertical space! Poor design choices of homes often leave us with large gaps of useless space, so we love finding ways to solve that issue.
5. 10 - We love the idea.
6. 6 - Definitely useful if you choose the right one, but there are also definite possibilities of smacking your head against it.
7. 10 - Verified cleaning products are always a win in our book!
8. 7 - Bubble baths are a definite win as far as we are concerned, but we will say that with smaller tubs, such as builder grade, we will caution a need for awareness of your space so that you don’t tip it over or get hurt trying to get in or out of the tub.
9. 1 - WHY? What is the purpose?
10. 10 - We’re not really concerned about the look of this one, but for ease of access and cleaning, we are all over it.
11. 10 - Not only does adding mirrors make a room feel more expansive, but it also makes it ~breathe~ more.
12. 10 - Although not relevant to making your bathroom more organized, luxurious, or even magazine worthy, a squeegee is very useful for getting it clean.
13. 10 - Dead useful for getting ready in the morning.
14. 2 - It’s pretty, so it gets a point, but… why?
15. 10 - We absolutely agree on this one for several reasons. Your light fixture absolutely affects the way the rest of the room looks. The clarity of the light or how diffuse it is will also reflect on the space and how you use it.
16. 8 - We love the idea of this one, but we won’t say it’s a need, more of a next step up for the look of your bathroom.
17. 5 - Having a set in your bathroom can absolutely tie everything together. But pastels? No.
18. No. We’re not even dignifying this one with a rating. Instead, we suggest a simple tray or a tiered system that will actually make use of the counter space that it sits on.
19. 3 - Peel and stick tile is great for the kitchen, and we have sung its praises many times in the past. But in the bathroom, it is too likely to be damaged by humidity and water from the bath/shower and will need to be replaced frequently. If you’re up for that challenge, we so go for it, but be aware of what you’re signing up for.
20- 23 10 All of them do what they say, and are great for cleaning
24. 8 - This is very tiny, and might not work for all bathrooms, but we do appreciate what it does and how well it does it.
25. 7 - Cute, good for aesthetic but is small and easy to trip over.
26. 8 - Definitely a luxurious upgrade to your shower experience, but we do prefer having options for the pressure that this waterfall shower head doesn’t seem to supply.
27. 5 - Although definitely very useful, we would argue that this has little to nothing to do with aesthetic or looking like your bathroom is more spalike or luxurious.
28. 6 - Much like the peel-and-stick tiles, this one can quickly deteriorate due to the humidity of the room. However, if you choose the right adhesive, you’ll gain the balance between “Sticky enough to stay on the wall for years to come” and “So sticky that it will peel off the paint AND the drywall when you want to replace it for something else.”
29. 5 -This one just seems like a given to us?
30. 10 - Mix it up with different colors, and we love this one.
31. 15. For our final one, this is definitely one to round out the article on, as it is absolutely a fantastic way to finish any shower. If you’ve got the space in your bathroom for this, go for it. You will absolutely thank yourself later.
With that we have finished out this article and we want to know what you think! Reach out to us on our Facebook page or in the comments below! We’d love to hear from you on what you agree or disagree with.
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This is all in the interest of fun and discussion, and we don’t have anything against Buzzfeed or the author of the article.