Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, painted wood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

Farmhouse Laundry/Mudroom

Glen Alspaugh Kitchens and Baths

Alise O'Brien Photography
Inspiration for a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in St Louis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, painted wood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

洗う、干す、しまう全てが完結

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洗う、干す、しまうが全て完結。家事動線を考えつつ、空間にもこだわりました。大きな収納棚はお子様の朝の身支度もここでできるので楽ちん。
This is an example of a scandinavian laundry room in Other with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, white walls, painted wood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor, brown benchtop, wallpaper and wallpaper.

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Photo of a modern laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, painted wood floors, beige floor, brown benchtop and an integrated washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Painted Wood Floors and Brown Benchtop

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.