Aside from being one of the most essential rooms in a home, laundry rooms are also among the most challenging to keep clean and organized. Having a well-designed, functional laundry room can go a long way in providing convenience and efficiency for everyday tasks and chores. With dedicated areas for laundry supplies, baskets, and drying racks, a well-designed laundry room will reduce daily clutter, contain noise, treat stains, store cleaning supplies, and protect the rest of the home from wear and tear, enhancing the flow of daily routines and ultimately adding value to your home.
At Concept II, we’ve seen laundry rooms come in all shapes and sizes. From small spaces no bigger than a closet with a stacked washer and dryer, to large, open layouts combined with or adjacent to the mudroom - the only certain thing is that there is no one-size-fits-all solution for laundry room storage. When designing the laundry room that is right for your home, consider a few key tips to make the space both beautiful and functional:
- Dedicated Folding Area – Even small spaces can benefit from an area that can be used to fold and organize clothes, making your laundry process more efficient. Add countertops around or over the washer and dryer or even as part of a small island in the room to give you the space you need to fold and sort clothes.
- Cabinets & Shelving – Both upper and lower cabinets can be helpfup to store laundry detergent, fabric softener, dryer sheets, stain solutions, lint rollers and other cleaning supplies. Open shelving provides a beautiful design element that also gives easy access to frequently used items.
- Laundry Room Sink – If space allows, include a sink in your laundry room to ensure you are ready to tackle daily stains and cleaning. It gives you a spot to pre-treat stains, hand-wash delicate items and handle daily cleaning tasks separate from your kitchen sink where food is prepared.
- Hanging Space – Incorporate racks or rods for air-drying clothes which help preserve delicate items and give you a place to neatly hang them until they can be put away. Whether mounting on the wall, or hanging from the ceiling, these accessories come in many options depending on your room and needs.
- Hidden Hampers – Built-in laundry bins can be a great way to keep dirty laundry out of sight. Some homeowners even leave the area under the countertops open to slide bins, hampers or baskets under, which help keep clothes sorted and tucked away until ready to be washed.
- Ironing Board Storage – Add a tall cabinet that fits your ironing board or consider a built-in or wall-mounted ironing board to save space and make ironing less of a chore.
- Hooks & Hangers – Install wall hooks to hang loose items, bags or other supplies or consider the addition of a valet rod, which tucks aways when not in use, but provides a convenient, quick hanging solution when needed.
- Decorative Touches – Add details to personalize the space such as task lighting to ensure visibility while also adding style and character. Choose durable, water-resistant flooring such as tile to handle spills, dirt and heavy traffic. And, don’t forget other key accents such as the paint color, a backsplash or artwork to make the space more inviting.
At Concept II Closets, our team of experienced, in-house designers can help transform even the most clutter-filled laundry room into one that you will love and use every day, making your daily routine more enjoyable.
Whether you’re looking to design a dedicated laundry room, a foyer/laundry walkway, or a closet-style laundry area, Concept II can help make your vision a reality. Get started today with a free design consultation.
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