We are no longer encouraged to use glass containers in the bathroom due to the possibilities of breakage and glass shards if dropped in the sink or bathtub. For that reason current bath accessories are made from plastic is some form. But in the past glass was used for drinking glasses and cups, soap dishes, toothbrush holders and waste baskets. Sold in sets, they may be found together or as singles looking for their companions.

Storage jars were used to hold cotton balls, cotton swabs and other personal hygiene items on the vanity. The jars had lids to keep the contents dry and clean.

Don’t forget to look under the sink or in the linen closet at your mom’s or grandmother’s for older bath crystals and bath additives that are in glass bottles and jars, as well as vintage and antique perfume bottles. They may be collectible.

One source of information about the glass items used in bathrooms of the past are the catalogs created by companies selling renovation and restoration supplies. The glass items may be new creations or use the molds from the past. These catalogs will at least give you some idea of the glass items that used to live in the bath.

As for modern life, There are new glass bowl sinks that sit above the counter top. These are beautiful and very modern looking. There are also towel bars made from glass, usually with metal holders.

Otherwise, glass is perfect for decorating the bath, since items that are impervious to humidity is a requirement. Consider putting colored glass jars on a shelf well away from the porcelain fixtures to add a touch of color to your bathroom.

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