The organisational hub and the trusty storage space for your cleaning supplies, utility rooms are a crucial, yet often overlooked, part of a home.
So, whether you’re re-designing your laundry room or looking to add a few finishing touches, discover our laundry room ideas guide to help transform your space into a sanctuary. If your utility room quickly becomes overrun with piles of clothes and miscellaneous bits and bobs, we’ll also walk you through how to organise a utility room to keep your space clean and clear.
Chores may be dull, but your utility room doesn’t have to be!
What is a Utility Room?
Utility rooms are typically smaller spaces often situated near or adjoined to a kitchen. They’re designed to store bulky items such as hoovers, ironing boards, mops, washing machines and dryers. DIY supplies and cleaning products are also often kept there.
A relatively modern addition to a house layout, utility rooms help to eliminate clutter in the rest of the home and provide a dedicated space for chores and unsightly items. For these reasons, utility rooms have become an indispensable space for many families.
Small Laundry Room Ideas
Laundry rooms are often confined spaces that can easily become chaotic and disorganised, requiring clever, space-saving storage options. From large to small utility room ideas, we have everything you need to make your storage dreams a reality.
When it comes to DIY, even the simplest of changes can help to optimise your storage. One of our go-to small laundry room ideas involves making the most of any available wall space. You can instantly elevate your laundry room with utility room shelving or wall-mounted shelving racks to create a quick and convenient access point for your daily essentials.
Top Tip: Before you get the hammer and nails out, discover our guide to installing floating shelves!
If your surface space allows, you can also add an assortment of glass jars, decorative cube boxes and baskets to introduce a pop of colour and texture and increase storage options. Plus, they’re much prettier than cleaning product packaging!
Make the most of that forgotten space in between cabinets with tension rods, creating a nook to hang coats or freshly ironed shirts.
If you’re looking for more DIY inspiration, take your utility cupboard to the next level with our guide to a practical and stylish laundry station.
Now you’ve discovered some of our small utility room storage ideas and learned how to organise your utility room effectively, it’s time to consider how you’re going to furnish your cleaning hub.
Appliances
Investing in reliable appliances is essential for every laundry room. From integrated washer dryers ideal for a small utility room to energy-efficient washing machines, our range has a solution for every family’s needs.
If you have a larger space available, introducing the option of a clothes dryer is an efficient way to give your tumble dryer a break and reduce your energy usage.
Top Tip: For more simple ways that you can save energy and cut down on bills, check out our guide here.
Sinks
From muddy boots to mucky paws, your utility room sink needs to be resilient. Our range of composite sinks offers both style and durability.
With resistance to heat, scratches, scrapes and chips they’re a great addition to your utility room.
Top Tip: Discover the perfect sink for your utility room with our handy guide.
Tiling
This has to be one of our favourite laundry room ideas! Tiles famously marry style and durability and, when it comes to your utility room, practicality is key. Exposed to potential leaks and stains, your utility room needs to be resilient and waterproof. But that doesn’t mean it can’t look gorgeous! Tiles are perfect for injecting your laundry space with a little flair.
Their moisture-resistant properties mean that a tiled splashback will help to ensure walls are protected against rogue splashes from the sink and droplets from wet umbrellas and sodden coats.
With a straightforward application, self-adhesive tiles are easy to install and come in a range of designs. Discover how to achieve a seamless finish with our vinyl floor tiles guide.
If you’re looking for more small laundry room ideas, opt for light-coloured tiles to give a clean and airy look. Alternatively, explore our selection of unique tile designs to create a bold pattern.
Our Top Paint Ideas
Give your laundry room a new lease of life with a fresh lick of paint. Use muted green shades for a country-inspired interior or create a tranquil haven with soft blue and neutral tones. Alternatively, make a statement with bright, maximalist colours or bold patterns.
For smaller rooms, lighter paints will help to brighten and open the space. Upcycling preloved cabinets is a great way to add dimension and create points of interest in smaller rooms – explore our range of interior wood paint to get started.
Add a Few Finishing Touches!
Laundry doesn’t have to lack style! Our modern laundry room ideas are assured to give your laundry room some TLC.
Coat hooks are a quick way to dress up a bare wall and create additional storage. Keep it simple with a sleek, matt black finish or add character with an ornate design. Available in a range of designs, self-adhesive hooks offer a fuss-free solution – perfect for renters and DIY novices alike.
Energise your space and maintain air quality with a selection of house plants. Larger plants can be displayed in a quirky pot while smaller species bring life to your surfaces and shelves.
Accessorise with ornaments, candles and artwork. You could even paint your own chalkboard wall to keep on top of chores or add fun quotes.
And those are our top laundry room storage ideas and design suggestions to maximise storage and create an exciting space full of character.
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