Laundry

Cabinet color

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Corner bar for hanging

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North facing laundry hall/room?

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Laundry baskets under counter, also add pullout bench for dressing

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Bright and airy

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great idea for hall laundry - it's is hardly visible when open, but you can close it off to reduce noise

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Wallpaper in laundry?

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Laundry in closet

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This!

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The encaustic tile floor adds pattern and a durable concrete surface.

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rolling baskets, tile floor, blue cabinets

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The drying rack above the sink pictured here is a great way to save energy, but you'll want to get rid of the moisture in the air, so install a dehumidifier or an exhaust fan ducted to the exterior

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The washing machine itself could leak, so if you're on an upper floor, it should be installed in a pan with a drain, as shown in this picture. Better yet, tile the floor and have a floor drain installed. This way you'll be ready for any floods and you can mop the floor right into the drain.

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If you are building the room from scratch, install batt insulation in the walls to reduce noise. These are heavy appliances that move around a lot. If the laundry is going to be on an upper floor, the floor joists should be reinforced to handle the load. Stiffening the floor will also reduce noise from rattling objects nearby. Make sure you are using braided stainless steel hoses to prevent leaks.

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Front-loading washers free up space on top of the appliance, so it is possible to install a counter over the washer and dryer. Make sure to leave space for the machines to move without hitting the counter. You'll need to install wood blocking to support the counter — don't rest it on the machine.

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pullout drying racks

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laundry closet

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