5 Creative Ways to Organise and Upgrade Your Laundry Room

The laundry room - it’s usually the last frontier when renovating a home. We spend so much time in our kitchens, living rooms, and bathrooms that we often ignore this part of the home. Yet, if it’s set up well, the laundry area can offer functional benefits to the entire house. And while we use it for dirty clothes, random storage, and cleaning supplies, it doesn’t need to be a chaotic mess. Our design experts at Archant will be the first to note, these changes are something most homeowners can do on their own.

In fact, with a couple of quick updates, you can transform this space into an organised control centre for your entire family. Best of all, many of these upgrades can be implemented over 24 hours. If you’re looking for an inexpensive and quick way to add functional value to your home, the laundry room should not be overlooked. Here are 5 creative tips to get you started!

1) Keep it Clean with Flexible Storage

Creating a sustainable workflow in the laundry room requires a flexible approach. This is due to the multi-purpose nature of how the room is used.

It's here that a versatile array of storage becomes essential. If your laundry area is short on built-in cabinetry, it’s not necessarily a drawback, but an opportunity to customise the space.

There’s a wide selection of stackable cubes, folding hampers, and even racks with wheels for easy repositioning available at most hardware stores. If you’re a DIY enthusiast, this is an easy win that can be done over the weekend.

2) The Value of Versatile Hooks Can’t Be Overstated

Yes, we know, tiny hooks seem like too simple of an idea to make a big impact. Yet, in a laundry room, these versatile tools can be used for just about anything. From laundry bags, towels, or hanging brooms, mops, and other cleaning items, a well-positioned set of hooks is a smart addition.

While the images we shared here are quite lovely with their timber design, you can accomplish the same thing with inexpensive self-adhering hardware as well. Whichever way you decide to proceed, the main goal is to eliminate unnecessary clutter.

A tidy laundry room will prove invaluable as it makes for efficient use of your time.

3) Reduce the Mess with a Deep Stainless-Steel Sink

We sometimes hear from customers who ask how to prevent water from splashing out of their sink. While there are a few possible variables, the more common solution has to do with the bowl depth. Deeper sinks can better handle the water pressure from taps with an elevated design.

Considering the variety of laundry room tasks, it makes a lot of sense to choose a model with deep dimensions. These will provide ample space to soak stained clothing, hand wash delicate items, and more. In a kitchen, 200mm bowl depth is standard. For laundry rooms, a depth of 300 – 400mm will be more capable.

As an added benefit, the strong build quality of stainless steel will make for long-lasting durability and low maintenance requirements.

4) Create a Multipurpose Worktop

One of the great things about front-loading washers and dryers is that you can use the top to create valuable space to work. Whether you are loading the machines, or separating light clothes from darks, a worktop makes the process far less cumbersome. When you’re done with these tasks, the counter can double as a clever linen folding table. This simple design trick is especially useful if your laundry room is somewhat smaller.

By maximising the available space, it becomes that much more functional and easier to maintain.

The material you use for the worktop can vary. We’ve seen useful benches made from timber, laminate, and more. Yet, for the most durable counter, you may want to consider porcelain and quartz for their stain and scratch resistance. These amazing solutions feature a unique non-porous quality which is advantageous when handling damp clothes or working around water. 

5) Add a Splash of Style with Colour and Hardware

Now that you’ve nearly completed your laundry room transformation, there are a few finishing touches that will go a long way in making it feel more like home.

Why not add some refreshing colours to the walls? Sure, you can go with a clean and classic white palette, but many clients are finding more enjoyment in various hues and tones. If you need some design inspiration, here are ten popular colours to consider in your laundry room. From bold and beautiful to peaceful and serene, a fresh coat of paint will make a world of difference.

Consider pairing it with some stylish handles that can either match or contrast the palette. We even have timber hardware for a warm, natural appeal.

Can a Laundry Room be Less Frustrating and More Enjoyable?

As you can see the laundry room doesn’t have to be a stressful place you’d rather avoid. With a bit of work and a small budget, you can transform this area into an amazing workspace. Ideally, it should make daily tasks less frustrating and more enjoyable.

With an organised and well-designed laundry area, you will not only add value to your home but streamline routine tasks with relative ease.