7 TIPS FOR DESIGNING YOUR LAUNDRY ROOM

Whether working with a small or large space, your wash room should be more than an afterthought. From hand-washing to folding, significant time is spent in the laundry room and it’s important to maximize efficiency. In fact, the average family washes between eight and 10 loads of laundry each week.

Your laundry room should reflect your personal design style and flow seamlessly with the rest of your home. From decor inspiration to laundry utility sink recommendations, here are seven tips for maximizing your laundry room space and creating a functional workroom without sacrificing style. 

INSTALL FUNCTIONAL FLOORING

Image Source: Brendan Fallis, Simple Made Pretty

When selecting flooring for your laundry room, consider what’s going to look great and last long. In the case that you’ll have damp clothes hanging to air dry or plan to hand wash a lot of delicate items at the utility sink, durable and water resistant flooring is essential. Consider stone, concrete, laminate, or ceramic tile flooring for a beautiful yet functional style. 

ADD COLOR AND PATTERN

Image Source: Were Model It, Simple Made Pretty

Although the laundry room is intended as a working space, the utility room serves as an extension to your home when color and pattern come into play. Scrub, wash, and fold your clothes with less dread when you’re surrounded by great style. Use tile, mosaics, or a patterned wallcovering to quickly elevate the space. If you’re looking for a quick DIY project, paint your cabinets a shade of blue, green, or a fresh coat of white to brighten up the interior. As a finishing touch, add texture and artwork to the walls.

UTILIZE COUNTER SPACE

Image Source: Simple Made Pretty

Whether it’s reserved for folding laundry, laying out stained clothing for easier cleaning, or stacking detergents, counter space is a must in the laundry room. For simplicity, the counter works best when near your laundry sink. When choosing a countertop material for your laundry room, consider quartz, porcelain tile, or granite. If you’re short on space and your washer and dryer are side by side, you can install a counter above the appliances for extra space. 

FIND THE BEST LAUNDRY SINK

Image Source: Brendan Fallis, VIGO

Laundry sinks are great for soaking stained items, washing dirty shoes, or hand-washing delicates. If you’re working on a DIY project, the laundry room undermount sink is a great place to wash dirty paint brushes. You may also want to rinse off muddy or sandy clothes in a commercial stainless steel sink before putting them into the washer. To deal with messy tasks, the best laundry sink must be durable enough to hold up to everyday wear and tear. 

Look for a stain-resistant sink with a deep bowl, such as a Matte Stone sink or stainless steel sink from VIGO. VIGO’s non-porous Matte Stone composite is solid to the core and resists stains, scratches, and chips. Choose from single and double bowl farmhouse sinks. Stainless steel utility sinks and stainless steel farmhouse sinks are made from 16-gauge, high quality 304 series stainless steel and are guaranteed to never rust. For long-lasting beauty and operation, choose a farmhouse sink or stainless steel commercial sink for the laundry room.

COMPLETE YOUR KITCHEN WORKSTATION

Complete your laundry sink with a pull-down kitchen faucet with a retractable spout that rotates 360 degrees for easy maneuverability. The VIGO Edison and The VIGO Zurich have an industrial component that pairs really well with any laundry room design, plus they effortlessly rotate between an aerated flow and a powerful spray. Choose from matte black, matte brushed gold, chrome, brushed nickel, or stainless steel kitchen faucet with spray heads. Complete your sink workstation with sink accessories like a soap dispenser or a silicone bottom grid from VIGO.

PRIORITIZE ORGANIZATION

Image Source: Simple Made Pretty, Were Model It

The laundry room often doubles as a storage room, so you might be wondering how to organize your laundry room. Use chic bins, baskets, or jars to cleanly organize cleaning supplies like brushes, sponges, detergents, and dryer sheets. Use wicker or metal bins to keep items organized, accessible, and out of sight, or use glass or clear plastic jars to make storage a part of your decor. You’ll also want stylish laundry baskets and bins, some dedicated to dirty clothes and some reserved for clean clothes. When thoughtfully organizing, first consider the function of every item: will it be used for sorting, washing, ironing, folding, or hanging?

LET THERE BE LIGHT

Image Source: Rebekah Higgs

Not only does better lighting transform the aesthetic of a space, it also makes cleaning and working much easier. Embrace natural light when possible with large windows or skylights. Light colors, such as white cabinetry, white composite sinks, and transparent curtains, help natural light fill the room. Use pendant lights or flush mounts over your stainless steel laundry sink and counter to ensure a bright and fully functional workstation. Install a chandelier for a modern look, a set of pendant lights for an industrial design, or wall sconces for a traditional style.