Written by T.C. | Posted in Home and Household

A toothbrush holder will make your bathroom counter or vanity more organized, and keep every toothbrush in your home cleaner and more sanitary. Toothbrushes that are allowed to lie near the sink will remain wet between uses, encouraging the growth of bacteria within the brush and adding wear to the bristles. Toothbrush holders are a low cost solution that will keep your toothbrush, and your mouth, looking and feeling fresh.

Before deciding which toothbrush holder is right for your bathroom, make sure that it has the appropriate capacity to hold each toothbrush that is kept there. In addition, some toothbrushes have thicker handles than others, so be sure your brush of choice can fit easily into its slot. Ideally, brushes should be able to rest comfortably in the holder without coming into contact with one another.

There are a number of different toothbrush holder styles and colors to choose from. For well under $20, anyone can find an inventive, unique style that will fit well with the décor in their bathroom. One of the most popular styles of toothbrush holders is the freestanding, cylindrical model. It looks like a cup, with a lid that holds brushes in place. These are often the least expensive, and may be purchased with caps to ensure that nothing else in the bathroom makes contact with the toothbrush head.

For the more adventurous decorator, toothbrush holders are available through specialty retailers and department stores that reflect the hobbies or interests of the owners. A chain of popular stores carries robot toothbrush holders that make the perfect gift for any young person in his first apartment.  For a child’s bathroom, a toothbrush holder that features their favorite characters can make brushing their teeth more fun. Avid hunters will love the antler inspired brushes that are available online and in some retail stores.

Many people have limited space in the area surrounding their sink. Wall mounted toothbrush holders will conserve counter space. Those with tiled bathrooms may wish to purchase a tiled holder that will match the existing color and can be installed with nothing more than a little grout. Models are also available that need just one or two screws to support their weight in the wall. Anyone who lacks the tools or desire to permanently install a toothbrush holder, consider one that is affixed with a powerful suction cup. This is a great option for renters who do not want to leave any marks in a wall.

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