I think there's always a choice to just not have drawers there. Like, literally just choose to have the door sweep clear. Even if you moved into that house, you can even just remove the drawer completely.

[–] ScrollerBall@lemmy.world 9 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Had this same thing happen to me in a very small apartment. Not everyone has an option to remodel or choose an apartment big enough for this not to be an issue. Sometimes you're just stuck with a shitty design.

[–] ZoopZeZoop@lemmy.world 5 points 4 months ago

I agree. However, they do make kid safety stuff that prevents drawers from being opened, which might prevent this. Problem with cats is that you won't know you need something until after the first time this happens.

The one we like is basically two pieces of plastic secured to a surface using command strips with a ratcheting strip connecting them. Not too expensive, removable, no holes left behind, easy to install and use.

[–] Venat0r@lemmy.world 0 points 4 months ago

I'd remove the drawer while living there and put it back when moving out

[–] Lumidaub@feddit.org 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

And potentially not have storage in the bathroom?

[–] grue@lemmy.world 4 points 4 months ago (2 children)

I have a bathroom so small the door has to open outward into the hallway. If I can deal with it, so can you.

[–] SpaceNoodle@lemmy.world 3 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Same, I call it my Secret Poop Closet

[–] Osprey@lemmy.world 1 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Isn't that the default? I've never seen a bathroom door open into the bathroom.

[–] grue@lemmy.world 1 points 4 months ago

No, doors pretty much always default to opening into rooms if they're big enough.

[–] grue@lemmy.world 1 points 4 months ago

Yeah, that's what pedestal sinks are for.