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Utility Room with Stone Tiled Splashback and a Side By Side Washer and Dryer Ideas and Designs

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Coastal Modern Farmhouse Custom Laundry Room Rolling Carts
Coastal Modern Farmhouse Custom Laundry Room Rolling Carts
Amy Fox InteriorsAmy Fox Interiors
Modern Craftsman | Willow Glen | Cherry
Modern Craftsman | Willow Glen | Cherry
Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
This well-appointed laundry room features an undermount sink and full-sized washer and dryer as well as loads of storage.
Striking Lake Vista Renovation
Striking Lake Vista Renovation
Monarch & MakerMonarch & Maker
Showplace EVO Laundry Room in Concord Dovetail w/ Hickory Cognac Seating/Shelves
Showplace EVO Laundry Room in Concord Dovetail w/ Hickory Cognac Seating/Shelves
Cabinetry by Better BiltCabinetry by Better Bilt
Cabinetry: Showplace EVO Style: Concord Finish: (Cabinetry/Panels) Paint Grade/Dovetail; (Shelving/Bench Seating) Hickory Cognac Countertop: Solid Surface Unlimited – Snowy River Quartz Hardware: Richelieu – Transitional Metal Pull in Antique Nickel Sink: Blanco Precis in Truffle Faucet: Delta Signature Pull Down in Chrome All Tile: (Customer’s Own) Designer: Andrea Yeip Interior Designer: Amy Termarsch (Amy Elizabeth Design) Contractor: Langtry Construction, LLC
NW 25th Ave.
NW 25th Ave.
Carey's Custom Woodworking, IncCarey's Custom Woodworking, Inc
simple blue and white laundry room cabinetry.
Enchantment Custom
Enchantment Custom
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes
Leigh Holiday Home Renovation
Leigh Holiday Home Renovation
Du Bois Design LtdDu Bois Design Ltd
Laundry room
Inviting On Ivergordon
Inviting On Ivergordon
Chimera Interior DesignChimera Interior Design
Double Washer and Dryer Laundry Room
Double Washer and Dryer Laundry Room
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
Laundry room with white cabinetry, marble countertops, and a sparkling chandelier.
Kitchen, Mudroom, Fireplace Remodel
Kitchen, Mudroom, Fireplace Remodel
Washa Remodeling & DesignWasha Remodeling & Design
After
Whole House Transformation in Alpharetta, Georgia
Whole House Transformation in Alpharetta, Georgia
Creative Cabinets and Fine Finishes, LLCCreative Cabinets and Fine Finishes, LLC
Showplace EVO Laundry Room in Concord Dovetail w/ Hickory Cognac Seating/Shelves
Showplace EVO Laundry Room in Concord Dovetail w/ Hickory Cognac Seating/Shelves
Cabinetry by Better BiltCabinetry by Better Bilt
Cabinetry: Showplace EVO Style: Concord Finish: (Cabinetry/Panels) Paint Grade/Dovetail; (Shelving/Bench Seating) Hickory Cognac Countertop: Solid Surface Unlimited – Snowy River Quartz Hardware: Richelieu – Transitional Metal Pull in Antique Nickel Sink: Blanco Precis in Truffle Faucet: Delta Signature Pull Down in Chrome All Tile: (Customer’s Own) Designer: Andrea Yeip Interior Designer: Amy Termarsch (Amy Elizabeth Design) Contractor: Langtry Construction, LLC
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
John Webb Construction and DesignJohn Webb Construction and Design
Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.
Laundry Room w/ Custom Counters and Tile Backsplash - Saratoga, CA
Laundry Room w/ Custom Counters and Tile Backsplash - Saratoga, CA
CAGE Design BuildCAGE Design Build
Laundry room with custom concrete countertop from Boheium Stoneworks, Cottonwood Fine Cabinetry, and stone tile with glass tile accents. | Photo: Mert Carpenter Photography
Rustic Kitchen in Brighton, MI
Rustic Kitchen in Brighton, MI
Dream KitchensDream Kitchens
NW 25th Ave.
NW 25th Ave.
Carey's Custom Woodworking, IncCarey's Custom Woodworking, Inc
simple blue and white laundry room cabinetry.
Kitchen, Mudroom, Fireplace Remodel
Kitchen, Mudroom, Fireplace Remodel
Washa Remodeling & DesignWasha Remodeling & Design
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Knotty Alder Kitchen & Bench
Knotty Alder Kitchen & Bench
Kitchen StudioKitchen Studio
Diane Wandmaker
New Construction - Lower Level Living
New Construction - Lower Level Living
Lisa Stewart DesignLisa Stewart Design
This Luxurious Lower Level is fun and comfortable with elegant finished and fun painted wall treatments!
Sophistication in Daytona Beach
Sophistication in Daytona Beach
nFlight PhotographynFlight Photography

Utility Room with Stone Tiled Splashback and a Side By Side Washer and Dryer 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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