Adapting to Korean-style bathrooms
Getting used to small towels and a wet bathroom
Korean towels are small, and the entire bathroom gets soaked. From the familiar size to water management.
When I shower, the sink and even the floor get completely wet.
Many studio apartment bathrooms in Korea lack shower stall partitions. Water splashes onto the sink, toilet, and even the floor. If you hang this set, which includes a curtain and a rod, it completely blocks the water flow, ensuring only the shower area gets wet.
Sundeco Fabric Waterproof Shower Curtain + Shower Rod Size 6 Set, Herringbone, 1 Set
- ✓It even comes with a pole, so it hangs right away as soon as you open the box.
- ✓A single curtain keeps the floor and sink fresh and dry.
- ✓The pattern makes even a small bathroom feel less cramped.
Sundeco Fabric Waterproof Shower Curtain, Wildflower, 1 Piece
When you have a rod and only need curtains (single item)
Fabric Shower Curtain + Basic Curtain Rings 12p, White, 1 Piece
Includes 12 rings, hangs onto existing poles
Water is leaking through the silicone gaps and mold is growing.
If the silicone sealant on sinks or bathtubs cracks, water seeps through the gaps and mold takes hold. Applying waterproof tape over it cuts off the water flow and neatly covers the gaps.
First, wipe off all moisture completely with a dry cloth, and remove any mold before attaching it so it lasts a long time. You can do this for free.
Tamsa Gap Sealing Silicone Tape 5cm x 10M, 2 Pieces
- ✓It is wide enough to cover the gap in one go.
- ✓Cut with scissors and stick it on the corners and curves to fit perfectly.
Ender Ultra-Strong Silicone Gap Seal Waterproof Single-Sided Tape, Clear, 1 Piece
Transparent, invisible ultra-strong single-sided type
Scorra Ultra Strong Single-Sided Silicone Tape 25mm x 5m, 2 Packs
2-pack for 25mm wide narrow gaps
I can't hammer a nail into the wall, so there's nowhere to hang a towel.
In Korean studio apartments, you are required to restore the space to its original condition when moving out, so you cannot hammer nails into the walls. If you use an adhesive towel rack, you attach it without making a single hole in the tile, and when you move, you remove it without leaving a trace.
Monaco Olive Non-drilling Stainless Steel Towel Rack, 1 Piece
- ✓It doesn't slide down even if you hang a heavy wet towel.
- ✓If you press it on without a screwdriver, it's done in 5 seconds.
1+1 Stainless Steel 304 Drill-Free Round Bathroom Towel Rack, 2 x 3m Stainless Steel 40cm Towel Racks
Since it's a buy-one-get-one-free offer, it's great for sharing the bathroom and kitchen.
Comet Home Premium Adhesive Multi-purpose Wall Mount, Silver, 3 Pieces
3 multi-purpose attachment hooks for hanging shampoo and brushes
I'm at a loss as to where to put the toilet brush.
Toilet brushes that stand on the floor get dirty quickly from standing water stains. This wall-mounted brush allows moisture to drain downwards, keeping it always dry.
Homeline Wall-mounted Toilet Brush Dual Brush, White, 1 Set
- ✓It hangs on the wall so it doesn't leave water marks on the floor.
- ✓The dual brush reaches even the inner corners of the toilet bowl.
Cleanmate Square Container + Toilet Brush Set, Random Shipment, 2 Sets
2 Basic Sets Including Containers (Good Value)
Ollic Easy Clean Corner Toilet Brush + Hook Holder Set, Gray, 1 Set
Corner type perfect for cleaning corners + hook holder
I feel uneasy just leaving my toothbrush in the humid bathroom.
Poorly ventilated Korean bathrooms are always humid, so toothbrush bristles don't dry well when wet. If you place them in this sterilizer, they stay dry in the compartment where the UV lamp rotates.
O2Care Open-Type Toothbrush Sterilizer, BS-3100S, White
- ✓Manage the whole family's toothbrushes in one compartment.
- ✓It is stored in a dry compartment instead of a wet bathroom.
Crissom AI Smart Care Toothbrush Sterilizer, CRE-A001, White
Automatic high-end model (many reviews)
Friche UV LED Portable Toothbrush Sterilizer, PA-TS700, Pastel Blue
Portable sterilizer for travel and business trips
The water isn't draining because hair is clumped in the drain.
In Korean bathroom floor drains, hair clumps together day by day, causing water to pool. If you cover it with a strainer, the hair gets caught on top, so you just have to remove it after washing.
Before buying a new one, the water drains much better if you just open the drain cover and remove the stuck hair with clips.
Living Tree Drain Strainer for Toilet Drain, 20 Pieces, Black
- ✓The hair gets caught on the net, so I pick it up and throw it away whole.
- ✓It contains 20 sheets, so I use them for several months, rotating them as needed.
Kupago Stainless Steel 304 Bathtub Strainer, Silver
Rust-resistant Stainless Steel 304 Bathtub Strainer
The tile grout has turned black and won't come off even after cleaning.
No matter how much you scrub the grout between old bathroom tiles with a brush, black marks remain. If you draw lines over them with a white grout pen, they are covered in white, making it look as if the tiles have been newly installed.
[Perfect Cover] 725 Grout Marker Pen for Mold Stains, Clean White, 2 Pieces
- ✓Draw lines like a pen to fill in the gaps in the grout white.
- ✓I can finish it by myself in 30 minutes without calling a construction company.
Department Store Cleanner Brush-on Mold Remover, 2 Pieces, 300g
Mold stain remover applied with a brush
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