This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary utility room in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, light hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Full Basement Reno. Vaughan.

Alpha Renovation

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Gull Lake 5

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Design ideas for a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

California Living

HMA Architecture Inc.

Design ideas for a dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Wood Floors & More new

Carol's Interiors and Floors

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Tampa with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Edina Shingle Style

John Kraemer & Sons

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Designer: Ben Nelson | Furnishings: Martha O'Hara Interiors | Photography: Landmark Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets and white benchtop.

Altadena Kitchen Renovation

Roberta Martin Interiors

Large transitional l-shaped laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood floors, quartzite benchtops, grey walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Chestnut Hill Residence

MANDARINA STUDIO interior design

Photography: Ben Gebo
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional utility room in Boston with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Lakefront Lodge

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, light hardwood floors, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Master Bathroom, Laundry, and Bedroom Renovation In South Tampa

DCI Home Improvements

Laundry room renovation in South Tampa.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry and desk area

Schwingle Builders

Large beach style galley utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Brighton Kitchen and Laundry/Butler's Pantry

The Kitchen Design Centre

Designer: Michael Simpson; Photography by Yvonne Menegol
Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped utility room in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and a drop-in sink.

Mud Bench - The Brahmin - 2 Story Transitional

Cascade West Development

The Brahmin - in Ridgefield Washington by Cascade West Development Inc. Every area of this home is designed to be spacious and accommodating. Its supersized nook area, the extra-large Pantry area to handle all the trips from Costco, down to the oversized Mud Room with benches, cubbies and large closet, to the spacious Guest Room with a private bath all of which are on the Main floor, but wait there is more! Head through the corner of the kitchen and you’ll find the “12th man Room” an incredibly cozy sized room, that features a 2nd Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, a Wet Bar with an under cabinet refrigerator, a sink, microwave for the popcorn and last but not least the Big Screen for Game Day! Be the Fan! Sit down, immerse yourself into the couch and turn it up! Commercial or Halftime?, …..just head outside and enjoy a breath of fresh air in the oversized back yard and throw some ball to remember the old days or drift into your favorite athlete’s stance and get geared up for the second half! Cascade West Facebook: https://goo.gl/MCD2U1 Cascade West Website: https://goo.gl/XHm7Un These photos, like many of ours, were taken by the good people of ExposioHDR - Portland, Or Exposio Facebook: https://goo.gl/SpSvyo Exposio Website: https://goo.gl/Cbm8Ya

O'Sullivan Laundry Room

ACo Flooring, Cabinets, Kitchen & Bath Remodel

Mid-sized modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Rooms

Closets of Virginia

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Richmond with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls and light hardwood floors.

Weston Laundry Room

Carriagetown Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and medium wood cabinets.

River Avenue - Newport Beach

Christiano Homes, Inc.

Tankersley Photography
Photo of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Maison en Blanc New Build

JDL Homes Vancouver

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Waterview Spec Traditional Home

Blenker Construction

Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

St. Simons Retreat

Dove Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

All Cabinet Finishes Laundry Room Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors

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.