The bathroom is a major source of plastic waste: soap dishes, cups, dispensers, and shelves. Yet there are more beautiful and durable alternatives for almost everything. Olive wood is particularly well suited for damp rooms thanks to its high density and natural oil content. Here are nine ideas for making your bathroom more plastic-free, one step at a time.
Why olive wood in the bathroom?
Olive wood is very dense and naturally contains oils. As a result, it absorbs less moisture than many other woods and hardly warps. The only important thing is that wood should be able to dry again after getting wet. You can find out more about its properties in the article Why olive wood?
1. Soap dish instead of plastic tray
Solid soap is the easiest first step away from plastic bottles. An olive wood soap dish with drainage holes or grooves allows the soap to dry and last longer. Especially beautiful: the heart-shaped soap dish.
2. Magnetic soap holder
The soap stays even drier on the magnetic soap holder: A small metal disc is pressed into the soap, which then hangs freely from the holder. It can be mounted without drilling.
3. Olive wood soap dispenser
If you don't want to give up liquid soap, pour it into a refillable dispenser such as the ENJOY soap dispenser with a stainless steel pump – and buy refill packs in large sizes.
4. Toothbrush cup
The small olive wood toothbrush cup – or the modern square version – is a beautiful alternative to plastic cups. Tip: Empty it after use and let it dry upside down.
5. Bathroom shelf for cosmetics
Comb, perfume, creams: An olive wood bathroom shelf keeps the vanity tidy and looks much warmer than plastic.
6. Cup for makeup brushes
Brushes, eyeliner, and cotton swabs have a permanent place in the makeup brush utensil cup.
7. Cosmetic wipe box
The colorful cardboard box disappears in the olive wood cosmetic wipe box – the refill pack is simply inserted from below.
8. Towel hook without drilling
The PIA towel hook made of olive wood and stainless steel attaches with moisture-resistant adhesive tape – ideal for rented apartments and tiled walls.
9. Wet shaving instead of disposable razors
Disposable razors are a major source of plastic waste in the bathroom. A razor with an olive wood handle lasts for years, and with a safety razor, you only need to replace a thin metal blade. Our wet shaving guide explains how to get started.
How to care for olive wood in the bathroom
- Let it dry: Do not leave soap dishes and cups permanently in water.
- Rinse off soap residue: Occasionally rinse briefly under warm water and dry.
- Oil it: Rub with a little cooking oil every few months – this protects the wood and keeps the grain vibrant. See the details in our care instructions.
- Ventilate: A regularly ventilated bathroom is good for both wood and masonry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does wood get moldy in the bathroom?
Wood that can dry regularly generally does not get moldy. Olive wood is particularly resistant thanks to its density and oil content. The important thing is to avoid standing water.
Can I put olive wood in the shower?
Brief contact with water is not a problem. However, wood should not be permanently exposed to splashing water – place it by the sink or outside the shower area instead.
Is a plastic-free bathroom more expensive?
It is often slightly more expensive to buy initially, but not in the long term: wooden products last for many years, and solid soap lasts significantly longer than liquid soap.
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