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🛁 Bathroom Essentials Checklist 2025

A must-have bathroom checklist for your new apartment — from towels to toiletries and organization must-haves.

Moving into a new place? Don’t forget the bathroom! Our 2025 Bathroom Essentials Checklist helps you set up your space with all the must-haves — without clutter.

We’ve included everything: hygiene products, cleaning tools, organization items, and those smart little extras.

🧠 Frequently Asked Questions

At minimum: bath towels, toilet paper, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, and a toilet brush.

2–4 bath towels and 2 hand towels are ideal for rotating between laundry days.

Yes, unless your bathroom has a glass door. A curtain helps keep water in and adds privacy.

A toilet brush, multi-surface cleaner, glass cleaner, and plunger are key.

Definitely. Use shelves, caddies, and organizers to maximize space and reduce clutter.

Toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant, toilet paper, and extra supplies for guests.

Use air fresheners, essential oil diffusers, or candles to maintain freshness.

You can set up a basic bathroom for around $100–$200, depending on your quality choices.

Yes — ideally one with a lid, especially if you’re sharing a space or storing hygiene products.

Have extra hand towels, toilet paper, and soap available. Optional: a small guest basket with essentials.

Perfect for first apartments, dorms, or home upgrades — this bathroom checklist ensures you stay clean, organized, and stress-free.

Want to set up your full space? Check out our Kitchen Essentials Checklist and Bedroom Essentials.

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