While there is nothing glamorous about doing laundry, it’s a chore that everyone has to tackle. For those who live in a busy household with children, then the amount of laundry that builds up can be rather staggering at the best of times. Even if you’re just living on your own, it’s ideal to have an organised space where you can do your laundry in an efficient and productive manner.
With that in mind, here are a number of tips you can use that will help you to design a laundry room that is practical and functional, allowing you to get your laundry done with as little hassle as possible.
Make Sure You’re Washing Machine and Dryer are in Good Working Order
Before you even jump into the design portion of the laundry, it’s a good idea to examine the current state of your washing machine and dryer. It’s best to ensure that they are in good working condition before you go ahead and put the space together. If repairs need to be done, it will be much easier for AEG repair specialists to access the washing machine and dryer if they aren’t yet set up in their new permanent spot.
Give the Layout Plenty of Thought
Now you want to start thinking about the layout. Try to envision how you want to use the space, and how you will move around the room. Will your laundry machine and dryer be side-by-side or are they a stackable unit? Do you want to have room for storage? Do you need a place to hang clothes? What about a folding centre? The answers to these questions will help you to determine what layout makes the most sense for you and your needs.
Look for Inspiration and Design Ideas
A laundry room isn’t usually the kind of space that people swap design tips on, so you may not necessarily have much of an idea in your head to start with. Doing a little research online, picking up some design magazines, and even checking store showrooms can help to spark ideas.
Keep the Colour Palette Neutral
Of course, the colour you pick for the laundry room is a personal choice you need to make. In general, it’s the kind of room that most people like to keep fairly neutral and bright. You want the space to feel lively, bright, clean, and welcoming rather than dark and closed in. That doesn’t mean you have to pick a “boring colour”; just keep it bright and neutral. You can always add a few pops of colour with décor if you like.
Add Cupboards and Counters
Because most people tend to be working on a few loads of laundry at a time, it can be very helpful to have storage and worktop space. You can always add upper cabinets, such as kitchen cupboards, to save on floor space and then add a length of worktop under them. The worktop can act as the perfect place for folding items as they are cleaned. You can even increase the storage space by adding shelves or cupboards below. All this storage means you won’t be dealing with clutter.
Choose a Space with a Door
The final design tip is to try to pick a location in the house that either has a door to close the room off or a room you can add a door to. When you’re running the washing machine and dryer it can get pretty noisy, so it can be nice to close that noise off. Just ensure that you have proper venting to the outdoors.
A practical and functional laundry room allows you to get your chores done as quickly and painlessly as possible.