Laundry room ideas: layout, storage and finishes
A good laundry room is a small room that works hard. A few smart choices turn a basement corner or closet into a space that makes wash day faster.
A counter over front-loaders
Front-load machines side by side with a counter on top give you a folding surface right where you need it. Leave about 1" above the machines for vibration.
Add a sink
A utility or laundry sink handles hand-washing, stain soaking and muddy boots. A deep single bowl with a pull-down faucet is the most useful.
Storage and hanging
Upper cabinets for detergents, a pull-out for the trash, and a rod or retractable line for air-drying. A tall cabinet holds the ironing board and vacuum.
Floors and walls
Choose a waterproof floor like porcelain or LVP, and consider a washer drain pan. See flooring types compared.
Plan the space
See our mudroom and laundry work and the laundry room cost guide for New Hampshire numbers.
Common questions
How high should a laundry counter be?
About 36" to match kitchen counters, or just above front-load machines.
Do I need a sink in the laundry room?
It is not required but very useful for soaking stains and hand-washing.
What flooring is best for a laundry room?
Waterproof floors like porcelain tile or luxury vinyl plank.
Related: mudrooms & laundry, laundry room cost, mudroom design, cabinetry.
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