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Utility Room with Slate Flooring and Multi-coloured Floors Ideas and Designs

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Drawer Ironing Board in Compact Laundry Room
Drawer Ironing Board in Compact Laundry Room
Denise Quade DesignDenise Quade Design
A pullout ironing board is located in the top drawer of this cabinet. Easy to pullout and push back in it offers a great solution for the ironing board in any space. Concealed behind a drawer front when not in use, can swivel when used and is the perfect size.
3 Barn Farm
3 Barn Farm
Elizabeth Drake of Drake Interiors LimitedElizabeth Drake of Drake Interiors Limited
Incredible Laundry and Mud Room
Incredible Laundry and Mud Room
Gretchen LyonsGretchen Lyons
Lots of storage was needed by this family, they now have amble storage. There is also a little display space for family treasures. Photography by Libbie Martin
Charming Farmhouse Laundry & Bath Update in Muted Green & Off White
Charming Farmhouse Laundry & Bath Update in Muted Green & Off White
Paramount Kitchen & BathParamount Kitchen & Bath
In need of an update, this laundry room received all new cabinets in a muted green on a shaker door with black hardware, crisp white countertops, white subway tile, and slate-look tile floors. While green can be a bit more bold than many customers wish to venture, its the perfect finish for a small space like a laundry room or mudroom! This dual use space has a stunning amount of storage, counter space and area for hang drying laundry. The off-white furniture piece vanity in the powder bath is a statement piece offering a small amount of storage with open shelving, perfect for baskets or rolled towels. Schedule a free consultation with one of our designers today: https://paramount-kitchens.com/
Forest Green - Harvey Reno
Forest Green - Harvey Reno
MMI DesignMMI Design
These clients retained MMI to assist with a full renovation of the 1st floor following the Harvey Flood. With 4 feet of water in their home, we worked tirelessly to put the home back in working order. While Harvey served our city lemons, we took the opportunity to make lemonade. The kitchen was expanded to accommodate seating at the island and a butler's pantry. A lovely free-standing tub replaced the former Jacuzzi drop-in and the shower was enlarged to take advantage of the expansive master bathroom. Finally, the fireplace was extended to the two-story ceiling to accommodate the TV over the mantel. While we were able to salvage much of the existing slate flooring, the overall color scheme was updated to reflect current trends and a desire for a fresh look and feel. As with our other Harvey projects, our proudest moments were seeing the family move back in to their beautifully renovated home.
Harrier Project - Laundry and Pantry
Harrier Project - Laundry and Pantry
Andra Martens Design StudioAndra Martens Design Studio
Our clients beloved cottage had certain rooms not yet completed. Andra Martens Design Studio came in to build out their Laundry and Pantry Room. With a punch of brightness the finishes collaborates nicely with the adjacent existing spaces which have walls of medium pine, hemlock hardwood flooring and pine doors, windows and trim.
Laundry Room with Sink and Tile Backsplash - NY Metro Area
Laundry Room with Sink and Tile Backsplash - NY Metro Area
Palm Beach Kitchen DesignPalm Beach Kitchen Design
Laundry Room with built-in appliances, equipped with sink, custom brushed antique maple cabinets, ceramic backsplash, and slate tile floor. designed and photographed by: Gary Townsend, Designer Design Right Kitchens LLC
Safari House
Safari House
Kleinsmith Custom HomesKleinsmith Custom Homes
Hampstead
Hampstead
P.C. Labrosse DesignP.C. Labrosse Design
Photo: Peter Labrosse
Laundry/Mudroom Renovation Northfield
Laundry/Mudroom Renovation Northfield
Kitchens & Baths UnlimitedKitchens & Baths Unlimited
Peninsula Camp
Peninsula Camp
Adirondack DesignAdirondack Design
John Griebsch
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Great Rooms Building GroupGreat Rooms Building Group
Photo by Linda Oyama-Bryan
Hereford
Hereford
Stone Creek BuildingStone Creek Building
Chelsea Cabinets
Chelsea Cabinets
Panache Inspiration CenterPanache Inspiration Center
Moonshine Chalet
Moonshine Chalet
Weninger Construction & Design LtdWeninger Construction & Design Ltd
Compact laundry closet with high capacity machines.
Washer & Dryer on Pedestals under wood countertop
Washer & Dryer on Pedestals under wood countertop
Denise Quade DesignDenise Quade Design
A wood countertop was added above this washer and dryer set that rests on pedestals. Extra deep wall cabinets hold laundry baskets above them and the tall cabinet has it's doors pinned together for multiple hanging rod storage.
Incredible Laundry and Mud Room
Incredible Laundry and Mud Room
Gretchen LyonsGretchen Lyons
Centered between the two closets we added a large cabinet for boot and shoe storage. There is nothing worse then dragging snow through your house in the winters. You can use the bench seat to remove your boots and store them here. Photography by Libbie Martin
Shepard Rd. Kitchen
Shepard Rd. Kitchen
Anne Marie Design Studio, LLCAnne Marie Design Studio, LLC
Contemporary Bath and Laundry room
Contemporary Bath and Laundry room
New England Artisans Remodeling & Design GroupNew England Artisans Remodeling & Design Group
| craftsman farmhouse |
| craftsman farmhouse |
Amy Pearson DesignAmy Pearson Design

Utility Room with Slate Flooring and Multi-coloured Floors 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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