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Laundry Room Ideas for Small Spaces: Smart & Stylish Solutions
Even a narrow laundry nook can be pleasant to use. These laundry room ideas for small spaces offer smart and stylish solutions that add storage, workspace and a little personality.
Small laundry priorities
| Item | Why it works |
|---|---|
| Counter | Somewhere to fold |
| Drying | A rack or rail that folds away |
| Storage | Shelves, hooks and carts |
| Light | Bright finishes and good lighting |
| Style | Tile, paint or a plant |
Workspace
- Add a wood counter over side-by-side front-loaders.
- Use a fold-down table on a wall.
- Fit a pull-out shelf for folding.
- Place a slim sink if space allows.
- Hang a fold-away ironing board.
Storage
- Use a rolling cart in the gap beside machines.
- Add one or two floating shelves.
- Hang hooks for bags and brooms.
- Store supplies in baskets.
- Use the back of the door for an over-door organizer.
Style
- Lay patterned floor tiles for character.
- Paint walls a warm white.
- Add a framed print above the counter.
- Bring in a trailing plant.
- Swap the light for a pretty pendant.
Tip: Keep appliances level and on their own grounded sockets, leave space for ventilation and the dryer vent, store chemicals out of children’s reach, and make sure counters over machines are securely supported, not resting on the appliances.
FAQ
How can I add counter space to a small laundry room?
Install a supported worktop over front-loading machines.
How do I store laundry supplies in a tiny room?
Use shelves, a rolling cart, hooks and an over-door organizer.
What flooring suits a small laundry room?
Porcelain tile or waterproof vinyl.
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