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Country Utility Room with Laminate Countertops Ideas and Designs

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Cheerful Laundry and Mudroom
Cheerful Laundry and Mudroom
Simply Home DecoratingSimply Home Decorating
Before we redesigned the basement of this charming but compact 1950's North Vancouver home, this space was an unfinished utility room that housed nothing more than an outdated furnace and hot water tank. Since space was at a premium we recommended replacing the furnace with a high efficiency model and converting the hot water tank to an on-demand system, both of which could be housed in the adjacent crawl space. That left room for a generous laundry room conveniently located at the back entrance of the house where family members returning from a mountain bike ride can undress, drop muddy clothes into the washing machine and proceed to shower in the bathroom just across the hall. Interior Design by Lori Steeves of Simply Home Decorating. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography.
Laundry Room with Mosaic Tile
Laundry Room with Mosaic Tile
Curington HomesCurington Homes
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
W Squared ConstructionW Squared Construction
Ceramic tile flooring
59th Avenue Home
59th Avenue Home
Zehnder HomesZehnder Homes
Funky laundry room with teal cabinets, floating shelves, start floor tile, and laminate "wood" countertop.
Totteridge Cape Cod
Totteridge Cape Cod
MK Homes, IncMK Homes, Inc
Mary Jane Salopek, Picatour
The Kinsley
The Kinsley
Bennett Custom HomesBennett Custom Homes
Most adorable laundry room ever in this custom home by Bennett Construction Services in Ocala, FL
Americana Farmhouse | Hillsboro Whole House Remodel
Americana Farmhouse | Hillsboro Whole House Remodel
Mountainwood HomesMountainwood Homes
White shaker cabinets with gray countertops in the laundry room.
Custom Build
Custom Build
Genyou BuildersGenyou Builders
Bright Farmhouse
Bright Farmhouse
Kitchens Plus MT LLCKitchens Plus MT LLC
Our House
Our House
White x WhiteWhite x White
Benjamin Moore Winter White wall paint and lower cabinet paint; upper cabinet fronts are Rustoleum "Hammered" spray paint to simulate zinc with a vintage patina.
Classic Abode
Classic Abode
Tempus Design Studio Pty LtdTempus Design Studio Pty Ltd
Jennifer Treloar Photography
La Buanderie
La Buanderie
Emilie PiveteauEmilie Piveteau
Dans une extension de la maison, on trouve la buanderie au rez-de-chaussée, celle-ci inclue une salle d'eau d'appoint et les toilettes sont adjacentes.
Cheerful Laundry and Mudroom
Cheerful Laundry and Mudroom
Simply Home DecoratingSimply Home Decorating
Before we redesigned the basement of this charming but compact 1950's North Vancouver home, this space was an unfinished utility room that housed nothing more than an outdated furnace and hot water tank. Since space was at a premium we recommended replacing the furnace with a high efficiency model and converting the hot water tank to an on-demand system, both of which could be housed in the adjacent crawl space. That left room for a generous laundry room conveniently located at the back entrance of the house where family members returning from a mountain bike ride can undress, drop muddy clothes into the washing machine and proceed to shower in the bathroom just across the hall. Interior Design by Lori Steeves of Simply Home Decorating. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography.
Gale-Rew Custom/Hernandez
Gale-Rew Custom/Hernandez
Gale Rew Construction, Inc.Gale Rew Construction, Inc.
Photos by Becky Pospical
Farmhouse Downsizer Barn Siding
Farmhouse Downsizer Barn Siding
Fairbanks BuildersFairbanks Builders
Owners century old barn siding used in laundry area for memoriam with custom shelf. Farmhouse style trim and doors to mimik farmhouse style. Matching bench and rustic LVT tile floor
2018 August Foothills Lottery Home - Calbridge Homes
2018 August Foothills Lottery Home - Calbridge Homes
Rochelle Cote Interior DesignRochelle Cote Interior Design
Adrian Shellard Photography
North Judson, IN. Haas Maple Cabinetry. Laundry/Mudroom
North Judson, IN. Haas Maple Cabinetry. Laundry/Mudroom
Bailey's CabinetsBailey's Cabinets
Haas Cabinetry Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Whip Cream Door Style: Heartland Countertop: Laminate Perlato Granite color
Laundry Room in Brookridge Plan
Laundry Room in Brookridge Plan
Cypress Homes, Inc.Cypress Homes, Inc.
The laundry room features cabinets, a sink, a hang bar, and a patterned tile.
Revolution Farmhouse | McCutchan Trace | Evansville, IN
Revolution Farmhouse | McCutchan Trace | Evansville, IN
Jagoe Homes Inc.Jagoe Homes Inc.
Hilltop Farmhouse
Hilltop Farmhouse
Aspen & IvyAspen & Ivy

Country Utility Room with Laminate Countertops Ideas and Designs

A well designed country 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 country utility design.

What do I need in my country 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 country 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 country 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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