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Utility Room with Black Worktops and All Types of Wall Treatment Ideas and Designs

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Courtier Collection | Camarilla Oak | Danville, IN
Courtier Collection | Camarilla Oak | Danville, IN
Hallmark FloorsHallmark Floors
Camarilla Oak – The Courtier Waterproof Collection combines the beauty of real hardwood with the durability and functionality of rigid flooring. This innovative type of flooring perfectly replicates both reclaimed and contemporary hardwood floors, while being completely waterproof, durable and easy to clean.
Delahasey Project
Delahasey Project
JEArchitectureJEArchitecture
Hidden Utility
Past Projects
Past Projects
Cuddu DesignCuddu Design
Camelback Views
Camelback Views
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Loads of color
Loads of color
OTW InteriorsOTW Interiors
Back hall where laundry room and mud room collide. Client typically uses this ledge to keep keys and items she needs to grab on the way to the garage. She wanted it to be a beautiful spot to make her smile every time she came home!
Dune Crest
Dune Crest
VanderMeulen BuildersVanderMeulen Builders
Faithful Farmhouse Addition
Faithful Farmhouse Addition
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
Pinnacle Peak Renovation
Pinnacle Peak Renovation
Kalen's PlaceKalen's Place
Harrison House - Laundry Room
Harrison House - Laundry Room
Paxton Place DesignPaxton Place Design
A laundry room is incomplete without a sink - and an undercounter appliance. Dark cabinetry contrasts the brightness of the other rooms in the house. The dark navy cabinetry and painted beadboard anchors this wall as the task wall. A brass finish is the perfect way to balance out the heaviness of the cabinetry and black granite countertop. Antique brick flooring creates a rustic look that blends the exterior with the interior.
Hilltop House
Hilltop House
G. Christianson Construction, Inc.G. Christianson Construction, Inc.
This custom home, sitting above the City within the hills of Corvallis, was carefully crafted with attention to the smallest detail. The homeowners came to us with a vision of their dream home, and it was all hands on deck between the G. Christianson team and our Subcontractors to create this masterpiece! Each room has a theme that is unique and complementary to the essence of the home, highlighted in the Swamp Bathroom and the Dogwood Bathroom. The home features a thoughtful mix of materials, using stained glass, tile, art, wood, and color to create an ambiance that welcomes both the owners and visitors with warmth. This home is perfect for these homeowners, and fits right in with the nature surrounding the home!
Red Laundry Room
Red Laundry Room
Chantelle McNeish DesignChantelle McNeish Design
Laundry Room & Side Entrance
New Rosedale Home With A Classic Renovation Vibe
New Rosedale Home With A Classic Renovation Vibe
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Muskoka Cottage
Muskoka Cottage
Studio P InteriorsStudio P Interiors
Once was a bathroom. Now a laundry room.
Once was a bathroom. Now a laundry room.
Michelle McKoy DesignsMichelle McKoy Designs
This laundry room used to be a bathroom in this lake cottage. The double vanity was reduced to a single oversized sink with a gooseneck faucet complete with sprayer. The other side where there was a second sink was converted into a folding area with storage underneath for rolling laundry bins. Shiplap was installed from floor to ceiling along with crown molding. The shower was converted into an area for a stacked washer and dryer with storage to the right. The water closet was converted into a closet for additional storage. Marble flooring was used. Extra can lights were added and a gooseneck light was hung above the sink.
Making this Home into a Retreat
Making this Home into a Retreat
R&J Painting LLCR&J Painting LLC
Before Start of Services Prepared and Covered all Flooring, Furnishings and Logs Patched all Cracks, Nail Holes, Dents and Dings Lightly Pole Sanded Walls for a smooth finish Spot Primed all Patches Painted all Ceilings and Walls
Palmetto Bluff Contemporary
Palmetto Bluff Contemporary
Center Point CabinetsCenter Point Cabinets
A Designer's Family Home
A Designer's Family Home
LaBonte ConstructionLaBonte Construction
N. Thomas Street
N. Thomas Street
MJ Design & BuildMJ Design & Build
A bold and fun laundry nook that you'd be proud to show off
Multi-Generational New Home
Multi-Generational New Home
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
Red Laundry Room
Red Laundry Room
Chantelle McNeish DesignChantelle McNeish Design
Laundry Room & Side Entrance

Utility Room with Black Worktops and All Types of Wall Treatment 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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