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Budget Utility Room with All Types of Cabinet Finish Ideas and Designs

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Coastal Laundry and Mudroom Renovation
Coastal Laundry and Mudroom Renovation
Michael Molesky Interior DesignMichael Molesky Interior Design
Coastal laundry and mudroom designed by Michael Molesky Interior Design in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Gray hexagon floor and white shiplap walls. Large brass anchor hooks for hanging towels.
Laundry Lockwood show home Taupo
Laundry Lockwood show home Taupo
Kitchens R UsKitchens R Us
Farmhouse Laundry Room
Farmhouse Laundry Room
Exclusively Cabinets by CabinetekExclusively Cabinets by Cabinetek
A quaint laundry room uses it's unique "Blueberry" cabinetry to spruce up a usually quiet space.
Laundry Room Half Bath
Laundry Room Half Bath
Pmade incPmade inc
Home Show Expo 2017: Laundry
Home Show Expo 2017: Laundry
accents + interiorsaccents + interiors
Doing laundry is less of a chore when you have a beautiful, dedicated space to do it in. This laundry room situated right off the mud room with easy access from the master suite. High ceilings and light finishes keep it bright and fresh. Shaker-style cabinets provide plenty of storage and the maple counter makes for the perfect folding station. Photo: Kerry Bern www.prepiowa.com
Craftsman Style Family Home -Laundry Room
Craftsman Style Family Home -Laundry Room
Rachel Oliver Design, LLCRachel Oliver Design, LLC
The super compact laundry room was designed to use every inch of space. Counter top has plenty of room for folding and myriad cabinets and drawers make it easy to store brooms, soap, towels, etc. Photo: Ashley Hope; AWH Photo & Design; New Orleans, LA
Curbly Remodel, Brought to You By Aristokraft
Curbly Remodel, Brought to You By Aristokraft
MasterBrand CabinetsMasterBrand Cabinets
The Curbly #remodel added a #countertop above the washer and dryer for a place to fold #laundry.
Inlet Isle - Miscellaneous
Inlet Isle - Miscellaneous
That Design StudioThat Design Studio
Indigo blue Fabuwood cabinets for a laundry room with a custom butcher block countertop
New build - Proctor
New build - Proctor
Simon Burt PhotographySimon Burt Photography
Simon Burt
Mudroom with a Purpose
Mudroom with a Purpose
Closet Organizing SystemsCloset Organizing Systems
This mudroom is finished in grey melamine with shaker raised panel door fronts and butcher block counter tops. Bead board backing was used on the wall where coats hang to protect the wall and providing a more built-in look. Bench seating is flanked with large storage drawers and both open and closed upper cabinetry. Above the washer and dryer there is ample space for sorting and folding clothes along with a hanging rod above the sink for drying out hanging items. Designed by Jamie Wilson for Closet Organizing Systems
Aspley House
Aspley House
Bella Vie InteriorsBella Vie Interiors
Modern scandinavian inspired laundry. Features grey and white encaustic patterned floor tiles, pale blue wall tiles and chrome taps.
Hamptons Traditional Home Renovation
Hamptons Traditional Home Renovation
Back To Back InteriorsBack To Back Interiors
Pristine Home in York (4189)
Pristine Home in York (4189)
Braam's Custom CabinetsBraam's Custom Cabinets
PISO PILOTO SAUCE 2 | MYRAMAR.COM
PISO PILOTO SAUCE 2 | MYRAMAR.COM
Pili Molina | Masfotogenica InteriorismoPili Molina | Masfotogenica Interiorismo
Masfotogenica Fotografía | Carlos Yagüe
Nuuanu Residence I
Nuuanu Residence I
Studio B DesignsStudio B Designs
Reforma de vivienda en Plaza Unamuno
Reforma de vivienda en Plaza Unamuno
Xs+Elizondo InteriorismoXs+Elizondo Interiorismo
Laundry/Mudroom Combo
Laundry/Mudroom Combo
Niche reDesignNiche reDesign
We managed to squeeze in a lot in this tight space! Upper storage, small sink, and a narrow pull out on castors for laundry detergent etc. We made a shelf out of the leftover countertop material for the bench seat.
Mid Century meets Transitional in Clarendon Hills
Mid Century meets Transitional in Clarendon Hills
Hyland HomesHyland Homes
It always feels good when you take a house out of the 80s/90s with all the oak cabinetry, carpet in the bathroom, and oversized soakers that take up half a bathroom. The result? Clean lines with a little flare, sleek design elements in the master bath and kitchen, gorgeous custom stained floors, and staircase. Special thanks to Wheatland Custom Cabinetry for bathroom, laundry room, and kitchen cabinetry.
Amberly Laundry
Amberly Laundry
Preservation & RenovationPreservation & Renovation
Built up Washer and Dryer with Deep Cabinets Above
Built up Washer and Dryer with Deep Cabinets Above
Denise Quade DesignDenise Quade Design
Side by side washer and dryer were built up on a pedestal. The floor is LVT tile. White cabinets above the washer and dryer are 18" deep for easy access.

Budget Utility Room with All Types of Cabinet Finish Ideas and Designs

A well designed utility room can rise to become one of our favourite rooms in the house, boasting the accolade of existing solely to make our lives easier. Few of us are fans of chores such as washing, cleaning and ironing, but with a high-spec, well put together utility design they could be a breeze. For this reason, it makes sense to design an utility room to be as functional as possible, the very model of “everything in its place”, with carefully thought out utility room storage. That, however, doesn’t have to mean it can’t look nice – even super-utilitarian appliances like a washing machine, tumble dryer, laundry basket and recycling bin can be dressed up by their surroundings and made to look great as part of your utility design.

What do I need in my utility room?

Most utility rooms tend to be a small room just off the kitchen or hallway, so you are likely to be working with a compact space. Your main priority will involve planning utility room storage around your white goods. A utility room is usually intended primarily as a laundry room, so it makes sense to first install your plumbed items: the sink, washing machine and, if you have one, tumble dryer. If you run short of space and can’t afford to have a separate washer and dryer, then consider an integrated washer-dryer for your utility design. Built-in storage is a great idea in utility rooms to make best use of the available space, and you might want to also consider built in ironing boards, clothes airers and retractable washing lines. These items tend to be a bit cumbersome and are forever getting in the way, so designing special utility room storage for them or fixing them to a wall so they are easily folded away is an excellent space-saver and well worth the implementation. Free standing items such as laundry baskets and clothes hampers can be tucked neatly under specially designed worktops, and a selection of stacking plastic storage boxes, tins or wicker baskets can be used to help keep the room clutter free.

How do I decorate my utility room?

Decorating an utility room is the ultimate exercise in form meeting functionality. As it’s a room that, alas, invariably people spend a great deal of time in, you will want keep the utility room a calm and clean space. Utility room storage is essential for keeping this area tidy; attractively painted shelves and cupboards can be used to stow away all the bottles and boxes used for laundry and cleaning, as well as appliances such as vacuum cleaners and irons. An attractive country style utility design can be achieved by hanging bright or patterned curtains in front of wall mounted shelves – it will perk up the room and keep clutter hidden away. Floors should be hard-wearing and easy to clean (just think of those dirty boots traipsing in through the back door!) – to this end, stone, tile, laminate or vinyl flooring will be the most low-maintenance and durable. All in all, bear in mind that just because this is primarily a practical space doesn’t mean it needs to be dull – you can inject personality into your utility design in your choices of colour and decorative accessories. Consider quirky signage, blackboards for scribbling down shopping lists, and decorative bottles and boxes for stowing away household bits and bobs.

Do I need a sink in my utility room?

Utility room sinks are designed for those jobs that don’t quite belong in the kitchen – hand washing, dirty boots, watering indoor plants – and typically have a more industrial aesthetic than kitchen sinks. In fact, the iconic butler sink’s originally designated purpose was, as you might imagine, a sink for the butler, who was responsible for washing precious glassware and other items that required special attention and soaking. In case you’ve ever wondered, this is why butler sinks are so deep – for that matter, the only difference between butler sinks and Belfast sinks is the overflow built in to Belfast sinks which don’t feature in butler sinks. If the rustic charm of ceramic sinks appeal to you but your utility room would benefit a less substantial piece, French farmhouse sinks may be the perfect option; cast in French clay to produce a more refined finish, farmhouse sinks can be a thinner, more elegant alternative to their robust counterparts. As well as offering practicality, ceramic sinks make a beautiful statement centrepiece – utility rooms with a country or shabby chic feel will find the perfect complement to rustic wooden units with a butler or farmhouse sink. Smaller sinks are perfectly adequate if your utility room doesn’t demand as much from you, if you do the odd bit of rinsing instead of regularly being elbow-deep in heavy-duty washing. Stainless steel sinks are a practical choice that can withstand the bashing they will get in an utility room set up. Composite sinks are available in granite and quartz variations, both boasting superior durability and damage resistance; to boot, their smooth clean finish lends itself to an ultramodern style utility room. If you’re still unsure on your utility design, take a look through the hundreds of photos for some utility room ideas from professional designers and other homeowners. You might find a design theme or some utility room storage ideas that will inspire you for your utility room makeover.
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