This is an example of a mid-sized traditional laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Incredible Laundry and Mud Room

Gretchen Lyons

Centered between the two closets we added a large cabinet for boot and shoe storage. There is nothing worse then dragging snow through your house in the winters. You can use the bench seat to remove your boots and store them here. Photography by Libbie Martin

Country Living

Black Rock Construction Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

The Uplands

Brenda Motter Interiors LTD

Photographer: Calgary Photos Builder: www.timberstoneproperties.ca
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Calgary with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige walls and beige benchtop.

Basement Laundry Room

FBC Remodel

©Finished Basement Company Full laundry room with utility sink and storage
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rora Rustic

Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, slate floors, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Country Club, Salt Lake City, Utah

Monique Jacqueline Design

Laundry Room
Large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Porter Residence

Dove Mountain Homes

Robin Stancliff
Mid-sized l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

Suncadia Custom Home

Swiftwater Custom Homes

This is an example of a country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Martis Camp-323

MWA, Inc.

The ground floor laundry room offers ample storage. The light color of the counters, walls, ceiling, and appliances contrast with the dark cabinets and keep the space from feeling small. A durable stone floor is perfect in this utility space where moisture may be present. Photographer: Vance Fox

Lakeside

rus architects/renderers, inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped utility room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Shepard Rd. Kitchen

Anne Marie Design Studio, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Muenster Ranch

Reynolds Signature Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized country laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Recessed Square Distressed Pine Cabinetry with a ''Nut Brown'' Finish

Orren Pickell Building Group

http://www.pickellbuilders.com. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. Cabinetry by Brookhaven I, Andover recessed square door style in distressed pine with a ''Nut Brown'' finish. Caesar Stone's "Jerusalem Sand" honed granite with an eased edge at perimeter.

Talavera - 300 SW 171st Street Oklahoma City, OK 73170

Aaron Tatum Custom Homes, LLC

Large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Oklahoma City with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and slate floors.

Incredible Laundry and Mud Room

Gretchen Lyons

This cabinet was specifically designed for the homeowners delicate - non dry-able items. We added a closet rod, and drip tray so wet items can be hung to dry without damaging the cabinet surface. Photography by Libbie Martin

Ravenna Art Deco Dwelling

Workshop Estates

This is an example of a large midcentury dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

New Construction - Town & Country 2

KM Designs

This is an example of a country laundry room in St Louis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

Crested Butte Contemporary

Artisan Rug Gallery

TippiePics Photography
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

Laundry Room

Anne Grice Interiors

This laundry room is equipped with an innovative micro-jet hand washing sink that will wash your dedicates with a push of a button. There are custom wood drying racks tucked beside the washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets and Slate 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.