We get it, sorting out your laundry room is hardly the most exciting home renovation you could plan for. That said, when we add up all the time it takes to do laundry (especially if you have a large family), making this process easier on yourself is absolutely worth the investment. Moreover, a good laundry room is not only convenient to use, but pleasant to occupy, and provides a nice divider from the rest of the house when your washing machine is on full load and spinning at a million miles per hour.
But what does the perfect home laundry room look like? Well, thankfully, you don’t have to overthink it. There’s no need for a central water feature or a sunroof or perfectly-tended-to potted plants on your shelving units. Raw practicality is the key.
That said, it’s nice to make the room hospitable, easy to clean, and presentable. In this post, we’ll help you achieve all that while paying attention to the practical measures involved:
Shelving, Storage Units & Vertical Space
A laundry room is a room for utility, and so practicality over form is always going to come first. That’s why vertical space and shelving can be so important to utilize, because then here you can place all of your laundry detergent, fabric conditioners, irons, and perhaps even temporary hanging spaces for shirts etc. Making use of the wall space will also help you clear up room on the floor, as laundry rooms should be open and easy to use, especially because they tend to be located in smaller areas of the household.
A Reliable, Resistant Floor
A laundry room floor should be two things – durable, and easy to clean. This means if a laundry pod bursts or you spill powder on the floor, it’s not the end of the world. A floor you don’t mind getting a little dirty because mopping will quickly resolve the issue may also grant you space to place your dog bowls or cat litter tray, knowing that even if they have a little spill, you can easily clean this up and remain hygienic. Materials like polyaspartic floor coating can be a fantastic material to choose then, as it achieves all of this while still looking neat and suitable for the space.
Plan Your Utilities
It’s good to plan out which utilities you need. For instance, you may have a plumber connect a utility sink to your laundry room for general purposes – this may help you wash off muddy shoes before cleaning them, or cleaning your dog bowls appropriately without mixing them in the family sink. On top of this, laundry baskets, placing the dryer above the washing machine in segmented spaces (that vertical space logic we spoke of), and some simple storage areas can be helpful for anyone hoping to make full use of their laundry room.
With this advice, you’re certain to curate the perfect home laundry room. With a little bit of care and effort, you’re sure to have a dependable space to conduct all household chores.
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