Laundry Room Ideas

Storage and Set-Up

• Set up your laundry room to provide enough storage for supplies and cleaners you will use while in the room. Set up the cabinetry so that there is enough clearance to move around while drawers or doors are open. If you choose open-faced cabinets you can save room. Use floor-to-ceiling units when possible to give your laundry room more space.

The Machines

• Take measurements of the current machines you are using. If you are replacing machines you are likely to be shifting to smaller, more efficient machines. Make sure you have clearance above and around the machines for cabinets and storage shelves. Try to have enough side clearance to reach in around the machine. Try to have enough head room to comfortably stand over the machine or allow you to move under the shelving without bumping into it.

Space for Everything Else

• Enclose the water heater or furnace if it is in the laundry room by covering them with plywood along the top and front; keep the rear open to retain air flow. Use the tops for shelving. Use a garbage can as a hamper. Use wall brackets to hold hanging baskets and bins. Keep as much floor space available as possible. Keep shelving low enough to have easy access.

Decorating and Lighting

• Bring the scheme of the house into the laundry room to continue the overall feeling, keeping the cabinets matching the theme. Use enough lighting to light both the room and above the work spaces. Use recessed lighting to replace overhead lights for better effect and effectiveness. Use a ceramic tile to help continue the theme and keep dirt and grime easy to clean up. You can continue the floor design up the sides of the walls if you wish.