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8-Tips for a Great Laundry Room

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8-Tips for Creating a Great Laundry Room by The Everyday Home

Recently, we completed a major Laundry Room renovation

here at The Everyday Home.

In typical DIY-style, my one week schedule morphed into

a long-drawn out three week schedule – where the laundry

situation got so bad I almost resorted to stealing

The Hubbs’ last pair of clean underwear.  

(the only clean pair left in the house)

True to form, not only did the schedule increase like a

pair of stretch pants at an All-You-Can-Eat Chinese Buffet,

so did the budget.

 The budget literally imploded.  It was ugly.  

There were bits of budget all over the place.  

Messy, I say.  Just messy.

Here is the BEFORE of my Laundry Room, to give

you a good idea of where started.  

It put a whole new meaning to ugly and inefficient.  

Don’t hate.  Laughing 

But, in the end – I am thrilled with my new laundry room.

 

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When I was planning the renovation, I sat down and created

a list of goals I hoped to accomplish.  This list, also, helped

me establish a budget goal.

As the budget grew, the list would shrink.  

I had to mark things off the list

such as a Maid’s Quarters.  Dagnabbit!

 Doubt it!

 

Here are the 8 Tips I used to Create a

Great Laundry Room:

 

1) Walls/Color:

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My laundry room, unfortunately, did not have a window,

so I knew that “color” would be a relative term.  My color scheme

would be primarily white, for a good reason.  

But, if you are blessed to have a window in your

laundry room, your options are much broader.  Take for

example, this beautiful laundry room above.  

The cool blue color adds an element that a white or neutral

wall could never offer.

I also wrapped 3/4 of my Laundry Room with Beadboard.

(the ceiling, too!)

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I love the tile backsplash seen below…

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So basically, your budget will determine your walls – paint being

the cheapest and quickest fix – and tile being on the higher end.

 

2) Flooring:

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I’m pretty sure that “carpet” does not rank too high on anyone’s

choice for Laundry Room flooring.  At least the wall to wall kind.  

Whether you choose a more budget-friendly vinyl or a

laminate, or a more design forward tile… durability is key.  

In my laundry room, I never have muddy clothes or dirty,

stinky socks or dripping-wet bathing suits.  Oh wait, that’s

my dream home with the Maid’s Quarters.  Laughing

I chose a new flooring system available at The Home Depot

because I loved that it was a DIY-able, durable – and I simply

loved the look.

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This picture is pre-grout.  While it is very pretty, I did not find

it very easy to install. I cannot attest to it’s durability factor as

it is relatively new, but I will say if it survives this house,

it’s probably a sure thing it can survive other

Laundry Rooms, too.  Laughing

 

3) Cabinetry and Shelving:

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When we did the demo, my son and I ripped out the original

cabinetry.  It was ugleeeeeey – so no big loss.  I knew I would

be putting in a new  stackable washer and dryer, so there would

not be any room for cabinets.

My Laundry Room also pulls double-duty as my Pantry.  

Yes, Ladies and Gentlemen.  Welcome to one of the worst

planned  custom-built homes you will ever find.  There was

NO pantry added when this home was originally built.  And,

to clue you in on how “observant” I was…I did not realize

this fact until I was unpacking the boxes marked

“Pantry” from the last house.  

(talk about a forehead slapping moment.) Laughing 

We chose the laminated wire shelving system below, even

though The Hubbs wanted to use painted, white wood shelving.  

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From a design stance, I absolutely agreed with him.  I knew

that the painted wood shelving would look so much more

pleasing to the room as a whole.

But, I chose practicality over aesthetics.  I wanted the

convenience of being able to raise and lower the shelves

as my pantry needs evolved.

(aka as I needed more baskets and containers.)   

So, while these may not be my optimal choice, they serve

their needs well.

This look below would have been a dream set-up for me…

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Shelving which holds large wicker baskets for sorting clothes.

 In my case, the baskets would be marked “Stinky Socks Which

Smell Like Death;” “Wet Towels Left on the Bathroom Floor;”

and, “That Stain Looks Like It Has Set Up Residence.”  

 

Speaking of cabinets, my first apartment didn’t have this many.

 Laughing

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Swoon!  

Cabinetry can be expensive, so think about substituting some

pretty open shelving instead.

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4) Storage and Organizing

“We have way too much storage and couldn’t possibly

need any more.”

– Said no Homeowner ever.  

Laughing 

I had a few main goals in mind when I was planning the

Laundry Room reno.

Storage and Organization was very high on the list. With

minimal square footage to work with, I knew I had to utilize

some space which often goes overlooked and underused.

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Look up, my friends.  The ceiling is the limit.  

We built an inexpensive shelf and added baskets from Kmart

so I could use them to store paper towels and tissue and lightbulbs,

and whatever else I could stuff (oh I mean organize) up there.  

 

This is a great idea, below,  if you have a closet door…

 

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This set-up below, is ideal for a family.  

One basket for every family member.

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5) Lighting:

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While some may think Lighting-Schmighting – it’s a Laundry Room.

I say “let it shine, baby!”  I think your Laundry Room is a place

where you can have fun and do something creative and unexpected.

 

You can create something yourself such as this cute

Laundry Pin Fixture…

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… to creating a fixture from a vintage colander.

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Be original.  Use something that makes you smile every time

you flip on that light switch.

 

6) Washer and Dryer:

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Now granted, this particular “tip” is one that is very personal

to everyone, and is also something that some of you can skip

(you already have a washer and dryer)…or you may find

of interest because you might find yourself in the market

sometime in the future.  We needed a new set.  Our old set

was perfectly fine and possibly, could have lasted a few more

years, but to gain the space we needed – we had to purchase

a new stackable set.  But, because I have other plans for

expanding my pantry in the future, I wanted a set that

could convert back to a regular singular standing washer and

dryer.  I did do some research, and we decided on the

Samsung VLT brand.  Samsung is in no way paying me to say

this, but I want to say I LOVE MY WASHER AND DRYER,

if it is possible to do so.  Can you love something which

requires you to work and slave long hours?  Laughing

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I adore the brightly-colored and personality-filled washers

and dryers… 

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 Here’s how you can really add your own personality to 

you appliances. 

Whatever you already have – or if you’re gonna be in the market,

there is no doubt that a washer and dryer is THE major

component of the Laundry Room.  

Even if it is polka dotted.  Laughing

 

7) Convenience:

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What exactly does convenience have to do with a Laundry Room?

Well, I guess you would have to be the lucky owner of THE

most inconvenient Laundry Room ever, to know the difference.

 (That would have been me!)

Take the cute ironing board hanger above.  It’s the little

conveniences as simple as being able to quickly access

your ironing board that can make the labor

of laundry a little easier.

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I put some thought into the details which would allow me to

have some basic items at my fingertips.  Detergent, fabric softener,

clothes pin, hangers.  While you want a pretty Laundry Room,

let’s face it – convenience is an absolute necessity, too.

 

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8) Makin’ it Pretty:

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I won’t lie.  The whole time we were up to our eyeballs in sheetrock

dust and caulk and paint…and more caulk – my mind was awhirl

with the part of the remodel I looked forward to the most.

Makin’ it pretty.

 

A laundry room is probably one of the most functional rooms

in your home,  but no one said it had to be boring and bland.

 

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Most of you know me pretty well, and you know that I am all

about the details. I love that the details of a room immediately

speak of the personality of the homeowner.  I wanted something

inexpensive and fun and unexpected in our laundry room,

so I grabbed some Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, an artist’s

canvas and a package of old fashioned clothespins.  A few

hot glue sticks later, I had created this easy and almost free

Laundry Room Art.

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I love this next inspirational picture below because it pulls in

so many of the above tips, all in one beautiful package.

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1) Color :  This homeowner used beautiful tiles on the backsplash

that added a burst  of color to the room, and played up the

design aesthetics to the hilt.

2) Cabinetry :

An abundance of cabinetry offered lots of convenient storage.

3) Makin’ it Pretty:

The wall graphics are fun and unexpected. 

The perfect example of a Laundry Room that meets the needs of the

homeowner, but also meets the needs of the purpose of the room.

 

So, that’s the 8-Tips I put to use when I was in the planning

stages of my Laundry Room.  I hope this will be inspirational

and informative, if and when, you ever do a Laundry Room

renovation or redesign of your own.

 

Now, excuse me… my laundry piles are multiplying faster than

Rabbits on fertility drugs.  Surprised 

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Comments

  1. Suzy @ Worthing Court says

    August 12, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    Your laundry room turned out perfectly, Barb. I love all of the inspiration pics that you used. I always seem to get so wrapped up in the inspiration that my “plans” never actually go anywhere. lol

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    • Barb says

      August 12, 2013 at 6:08 PM

      LOL, I know what you mean. Even when we were in the middle of the reno I would go on Pinterest trying to see if I had missed something I should be doing/adding. Its a sickness. 🙂 xxoo

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  2. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    August 12, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    I love the clothespin light fixture….great ideas…recently placed that laundry decal in my laundry room..love it!

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    • Barb says

      August 12, 2013 at 6:07 PM

      I had forgot you had that graphic, too. Its one of my faves. Yes, that is a cute idea for a fixture.

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  3. Yvonne @ StoneGable says

    August 12, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    Oh my Barb…your laundry room is an inspiration! This is such a great and thorough post. My laundry room is on my radar… so I’ll be using this post as a springboard!!!! I need everything from floor to ceiling… except a washer and dryer. Mine is 20 years old and just won’t die!!!!
    I love love love your new laundry room!!!!
    I’m going to have to do the beadboard ceiling just like your’s . It is wonderful.!!!!
    Thanks for inspiring me and giving me some great ideas and direction!!!
    Lots of love to you!!!!

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    • Barb says

      August 12, 2013 at 6:06 PM

      Thanks, my friend. We had to rip out everything too. To be honest, the beadboard was used as a way of not having to replace and repair some sheetrock to a great extent. Major PITA saver. LOL My set was about 10 years old, but like I said we needed to have a stacking set to get the pantry space I needed. Your’s will be a knockout when you get it done, I am sure. xxoo

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  4. Cynthia says

    August 12, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    Barb your laundry room turned out great. Love all the touches. This is giving me great ideas for our new house that we will be starting soon. Thanks for all the inspiration. I can’t wait for all the kitchen tours!

    Cynthia

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    • Barb says

      August 12, 2013 at 6:04 PM

      Thanks Cynthia. I am semi-jealous you’re building a house. 🙂 I get that bug every now and then, and then I remember we almost divorced when we added a 30×30 room. Ha!

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  5. barbara says

    August 12, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    Dang!, Girlfriend! Are you ever busy!! You’re making me feel like a major slug! Keep up the great work! When are you going to start your book? You’re a great writer!
    Cheers!,
    Barbara

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    • Barb says

      August 12, 2013 at 6:03 PM

      You’re so sweet. I don’t have time to hardly put posts out much less write a book. LOL YOU make me feel like a slug. I see everything you are doing, and I know first hand running a retail shop is not a cakewalk. Hope you are loving life, though. Missed you at Haven, you would have loved it. xxoo

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  6. Jennifer says

    August 12, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    I LOVE your laundry room make-over! It looks great and is so functional! If we can ever get a free moment from the kiddos, the laundry room is first and my list of things to improve!

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  7. Courtney says

    August 13, 2013 at 2:51 AM

    Thanks for the inspiration! I’m planning on updating my laundry room and this will give me a lot of inspiration!

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  8. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    August 13, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    I love your laundry room and so many fabulous ideas. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  9. Patty at Home and Lifestyle Design says

    August 14, 2013 at 12:35 AM

    There is a lot that goes into a laundry room and I love the inspirational pictures you included. Your laundry room looks like it turned out great.
    Thanks, Patty at Home and Lifestyle Design

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  10. Becky Murphy says

    August 19, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    Beautiful job! I love love love the color. That’s the color I want for our new bathroom. I just can’t seem to find the right shade. Could you share the paint color? I would appreciate it. You are so skillful. Keep up the good work.

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    • Barb says

      August 19, 2013 at 10:26 PM

      Hi Becky – do you mean the tan color of my laundry room or the blue in the ceiling?

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  11. Keggy25 says

    August 25, 2013 at 5:35 AM

    Best laundry room idea article blog I’ve ever read and I’ve read plenty. Just found you and am soo glad

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  12. Ruth says

    August 25, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    Loved the wall graphics. May I ask where you got them?
    Thanks
    Ruth

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    • Barb says

      August 25, 2013 at 11:54 PM

      Hi Ruth,
      That image was taken from Pinterest, but you can get these same wall quotes from http://www.leenthegraphicsqueen.com/

      Hope this helps.

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  13. Kerri says

    October 31, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    A laundry room you want to be in makes all the difference! I love my new laundry room and find myself wanting to wash clothes, to keep it in perfect shape! Thanks for sharing these other great ideas!

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  14. Emily says

    December 20, 2014 at 9:19 AM

    Came upon this blog after searching for laundry ideas on Pinterest. One question- you say you wanted to do color but couldn’t because of a lack of window. Is that a fauxpas? I was considering a color but ours doesn’t have a window either. Thanks for any info! I have a not a single design bone in me lol, need all the help I can get lol!

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    • Barb says

      December 22, 2014 at 4:20 PM

      Hi Emily – no, there is no “rule” that says you can’t do color even if you don’t have a window, but I knew this room was already dark so I wanted a lighter and brighter room thus I chose pale colors and white. 🙂

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  15. Ashley says

    April 24, 2015 at 2:13 PM

    what color blue is that?! Love it!

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  16. ORIT says

    August 28, 2015 at 2:34 AM

    Hi!
    I wanted to tell you that I want to use an image from your blog.
    Of course, I will do it with a reference to your blog.
    I ask for your permission to use your picture.
    If yoy will not agree- I will not use your image.
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    Thank you,
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