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Manheim Mud room and Laundry

K T Highland, Inc.

This former small laundry at the entrance to the garage did not have space for ironing or folding of wash. It also had no space for to store the family clutter of shoes, hats, jackets and miscellaneous items. The laundry was moved to the basement and space was made for clutter storage and a bench to remove or put on shoes and/or boots. With changes in seasons, the wall hooks can be used for swim suits and towels and/or hats and jackets.

A Luxurious Farmhouse with a Relaxed Sense of Style

Bardi Designs

Tad Davis Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls and ceramic floors.

Remodelling of Grand Dartmoor Residence

Bovey Construction Ltd.

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley utility room in Devon with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, brown walls, slate floors, a concealed washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Top alto spessore in wegè

FALEGNAMERIA VALERIANI

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, brown walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and Brown Walls

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned laundry, complete with built-in cabinets, a laundry sink, washing machine and clothes dryer, can serve many needs. It can help simplify your household chores; store drying clothes and cleaning products; and can even provide a spot for you to groom pets. Because of its hardworking, multipurpose potential, a laundry renovation is a worthwhile investment. Smart laundry designs have layouts that save you time and effort. For example, a washing machine and clothes dryer should be positioned next to one another or stacked, and laundry baskets and hampers should be within easy reach; while an ironing board should be stowed by a power point. Ample storage, bench space for laundry baskets and practical lighting are also essential. Browse the photos on Houzz for efficient laundry ideas, from layouts and storage to appliances, and strike up a conversation with the designers of your favourite laundry renovations. For more laundry ideas, browse the Stories section on Houzz.

How do I add storage to my laundry?

A combination of storage solutions is key to running an efficient laundry. Include shelves above or beside the washing machine to store washing detergent, softener and other cleaning products; and laundry bins for dirty clothes. Consider a custom-built cupboard for an ironing board, so it can easily fold out when you need it, or mount the ironing board directly to the wall or on the back of a door. A retractable clothesline is a handy addition to dry delicate clothes, while a clothes hanger mounted to the wall is ideal for hanging freshly pressed shirts.

What else can I use my laundry for?

Multipurpose laundry rooms or utility rooms can help save valuable space in your home. The laundry sink can be used to bathe your furry friends; your laundry cupboard can store sports equipment, gardening tools and umbrellas; and a spare nook can be filled with a desk and chair to create an office space while you wait for your load to finish. If your laundry is at the front of the house, consider using it as a drop station for mail, mobile phones and keys. Include a bench seat or stool, wall-mounted hooks for bags and a coat stand and it can even be used as a place to get the kids organised before you walk out the front door.

How can I decorate my laundry?

Laundries are usually filled to the brim with appliances and storage, so take advantage of your walls when decorating and use cheery paint colours or wallpaper to make doing the chores more pleasant! Fun signs, posters, murals and wall decals will also add character to the space. Think of your storage as decor, too – look for bins and baskets with decorative touches, and use brightly-coloured or patterned hangers.