Wall-Mount Everything, But Watch These Edge Cases

Wall-mounted sink caddies and toothbrush holders are the obvious fix for a counterless bathroom, but they aren’t foolproof.

First: water drips. That toothbrush holder will drain down the wall if it doesn’t have a drip tray or angled base. You’ll get a permanent streak of toothpaste scum on the tile unless you keep it wiped. Same with the caddy — anything wet (razor, soap) will leave a puddle on your sink rim or drip onto your counterless floor. Choose a caddy with drainage holes and put a small microfiber cloth underneath.

Second: access and reach. A sink caddy that hangs over the basin edge might block you from actually using the faucet. I’ve seen people mount them so low that you can’t fit a cup under the tap. Test it with your tallest bottle before drilling. Same for