What’s the deal with singing in the shower? I never got the hang of it, but since so many people love it I suppose that’s why shower radios are such a hit.

This one, the Tap Radio, comes in a cunning disguise that should make it look like it belongs in the bathroom. Only “should” though, because a second tap sticking out of a tile under your shower would still look pretty dodgy. The good thing is that it uses suction cups; no permanent damage and you can remove it whenever you want. It’s waterproof (of course), has a scan function and the tap handle acts as a volume button, making it easier to operate while scrubbing yourself.

So if you’re one of those people who spend at least an hour for each shower… I bet you get bored, so a little music is in order.

How much under $29.99?
A little: ~$24 on IWantOneofThose.com.

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How do you market a loofah to men? You find a fancy and “manly” name. Women use girly stuff like loofahs and poofs, but real men use tools. So you get the Axe Detailer Shower Tool… which is a shower poof. Only, uh, manly. Right.

But it’s cool, really. It’s got two sides for better cleaning – the red one for scrubbing and the black one for lathering. The rubber grip should make it easier to use, and the design is certainly unique.

Although I think the idea of the product is a bit silly (“tool”? wtf?), judging by the couple of men I know very well, it’s necessary. They wouldn’t be caught dead using a “girly” bath implement, so they need something aimed specifically at them.

How much under $29.99?
Some: $17.53 for a pack of 4 on Amazon.com.

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If asked whether their baths needed enhancing, most people would say “no”. You’ve got your bathtub and your soapy stuff, what more can you need?

But needing is not the issue here. The Underwater Light Show is not one of the things you need, it’s one of the things you want. Turn the bathroom lights down and start the show… the water will start glowing with funky color patterns and you can choose from 5 different sequences.

Baths are too small for it to have a full impact, however (unless you have a small child who’s entertained by the pretty lights and stops fussing). But the same device in a pool would be amazing – particularly good for dazzling guests.

How much under $29.99?
Some: ~$15.50 on PrezzyBox.com.

I judge people by their bathrooms. Maybe it’s wrong, but I do. I don’t want to be able to eat off the floor, but a dirty bathroom makes my opinion of a person take a plunge… So, obviously, I want my bathroom to look decent and at least moderately clean. But why does the dust only settle on my toilet?! Really, it’s creepy, the washing machine is clean but the toilet bowl and parts of the seat get covered in dust in a week.

Obvious solution: oh well, I’ll just dust it more often. But there’s no way to fit a rag everywhere… So this is where the Wood Toilet Seat with Easy Clean Hinges comes in: the special hinges make it come off with a simple twist. Afterwards it’s cleaning is a much easier job; just plop the toilet seat under the shower or take a sponge and wash it, then do the toilet bowl edge.

Extra bonus: the DuraGuard antimicrobial inhibits the growth of stain and odor-causing bacteria that form on the toilet seat. No more worries about what germs might be gathering in those dirty corners…

How much under $29.99?
Some: $18.99 on Amazon.com.

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Some people’s idea of a fashionable house is covering it in kitsch from ceiling to floor. The Bloody Serial Killer Shower Curtain was created for them (or college students).

It not only features a pattern of blood splatters complete with killer silhouette; it can also play the appropriate Psycho music with the help of a motion and sound sensor. You know, someone walks in the bathroom, triggers it, runs out yelling? Yeah, dumb. Even Psycho fans wouldn’t think this is tasteful.

The only place it would fit in is a dorm bathroom. Maybe. If inhabited by people with a bad sense of humor.

How much under $29.99?
Some: $19.98 on ThingsYouNeverKnew.com.

Via Coolest Gadgets

Women have a knack of filling every inch of available space with something, so things can get tricky once in a while. At some point there will be no space left, and that’s when you need to start getting new ideas.

Bathroom cabinets are never large enough. I nearly doubled my cabinet space recently and it filled up in no time. But really… you have your 2 types of deodorants, toothbrush, 3 toothpastes, soap, face cream, make-up, maybe the boyfriend’s stuff… how can you fit everything in there?

Well, if your cabinet is metallic, you’re in luck. The Magnetic Cosmetic Holders offer an easy way of storing some of your make-up accessories, making them easier to find and making room inside at the same time. Of course, if you’ve got a wooden or plastic cabinet, tough luck. Maybe some extra strong glue might help…

How much under $29.99?
A lot: $9.98 on Amazon.com.

Exactly how geeky are you? “I can reinstall my own Windows”, “I have a bunch of t-shirts with geeky messages” or “My apartment is a shrine to Star Wars?”. If you’re among the latter, there’s no hope for you, so you might as well add a new item to your collection…

I like the Star Wars R2 Shampoo Pump Dispenser because it’s not R2-D2. Yeah, he’s an important character and all, but there’s a limit to how many R2-D2 items you can buy until you get bored. These dispensers come in 4 models: R4-P17 (red/white), R2-Q5 (black), R2-A6 (green/white) and R2-R9 (red/silver) (although I haven’t figured out how something called R4-P17 qualifies as an R2 droid).

Now, on a more serious note, this isn’t only for Star Wars freaks. It’s pretty unobtrusive and, if not associated with a SW-themed bedroom, won’t scare girls away. (Also, I think it could be a perfect gift for my boyfriend. It’s much better than the talking Yoda he already has…)

How much under $29.99?
Some: $18 on NCSXShop.com.

Via BoingBoing

Everytime I see an object that’s been around for a while I think there’s no way it can be improved. And I usually get proved wrong.

Whether you’re a woman or a man, you probably use a razor at least once in a while. Yes, there have been improvements, but mostly in the way the blades are attached and their number. The Rolling Razor comes with a different idea. First: a different grip. You put your index finger through a ring and hold it with your thumb and middle finger, supposedly making the blade easier to control. Then: two heads. You don’t have to use them both, but it might make shaving faster.

They come in a bunch of colors for both women and men, but that’s less important. The question is: are they worth it? I’d have to say… maybe. The heads are shaped differently, which should make shaving easier, and if they make razor burns and ingrown hairs less frequent, I’m im. I also love the protection cap. I managed to cut myself real bad last week… I put a razor in my bag pocket with the cap on, but of course that plastic thing only stayed on for 5 minutes.

Then again… a normal razor does its job perfectly fine for me. I’d have to hear more believable success stories to be convinced to invest in this as opposed to 5-pack of cheapo stick razors.

How much under $29.99?
Some: $14.95 on RollingRazor.com.

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Objects in the form of babies or baby body parts are creepy… I think the fact that they’re not only humans, but babies, makes them disturbing. For example, a few weeks ago we featured this Baby head planter, which would scare me if I saw it at night.

But that’s nothing compared to the Handsoap set. That’s handmade soap shaped like baby hands. Lots of tiny baby hands. They come in different skin colors (no racism here!) and they range in size from 1/2” to 2”. Each pack has about 100g, which means you’ll get 10 or so little hands.

If you look at it from an artistic point of view, it’s pretty impressive. Could you sculpt a 1/2″ hand in soap? But then I remember… they’re severed baby hands. Plus, it’s probably pretty uncomfortable to wash with tiny pieces of soap.

How much under $29.99?
Some: $17 on Foliage.MyShopify.com.

Via bookofjoe

I’ve seen many pointless bathroom gadgets, so a clock for my shower just sounded like yet another one. Buuut… I think I was mistaken.

The Shower Clock is actually a very good idea. I can’t count the times when I went for a “quick shower” just to discover that I had spent much more time in the bathroom and I was late for work. If I had a clock right there, in front of my eyes, it would be easier to keep track of time. I know that some people can just take their time and relax, but I am very bad at time management, so I’m always in a hurry.

The clock is waterproof, of course, used one AA battery and attaches to your wall with a suction cup (and it hopefully won’t fall on your head while taking a shower).

How much under $29.99?
A lot: ~$9 on BoysStuff.co.uk.