Planning a multipurpose laundry room

Maximizing the benefits of a laundry room means designing a space by marrying utility and harmony, all while keeping the priority on designing a functional space that is useful for all.

Design the room according to work zones, and make sure you have the furnishings and equipment you need in each zone. The aim is efficiency.

To make laundry easier:

• Space to collect clothes to be washed: Choose laundry baskets with 2, 3, or even 4 compartments for sorting clothes as they’re dropped in. A small investment that translates into a big saving in time. Each compartment should measure a minimum of 24"H x 14"W x 20"D, otherwise clothes will end up spilling over onto the floor.
• Storage for your products: Space permitting, reserve space for bedding and out-of-season clothing. If you opt for cabinets, make sure they are deep enough to store fairly large objects, such as comforters and sheets. The standard size for laundry room cabinets is almost the same as kitchen cabinets: 24"D x 36"H for floor cabinets and 12" to 15" deep for wall cabinets.
• A counter for folding clothes: If your washer and dryer are front-loading, install them under a counter which would then serve as a work table. If not, a table close to your appliances will do just fine.
• A laundry tub is a must-have if the sink is at a distance.

Optimizing your mudroom or entryway

• Design your space for hanging coats and bags with your family’s daily activities in mind, such as:
  • your eldest’s piano lesson
  • your youngest’s hockey practices
  • work clothes, and school bags.
• Set aside hooks for each member of the family, a shelf, baskets and space to place

Other helpful and practical ideas

• An ironing corner
• A sewing corner
• A designated zone to hang up clothes to dry
• a shower for the dog

Humidity, heat, everyday comings and goings; this is what you need to factor into your choice of materials.

• Coverings and surfaces
  Choose them for their resistance to everyday life and for their easy maintenance.


• Flooring
  Flooring should be easy to clean. You can’t go wrong with ceramic tiles, linoleum, or vinyl; all three are resistant and should last for many years. Maintenance consists of damp mopping.


• Semi-gloss paint
  This finish is the easiest to clean. To be able to see stains clearly and clean whiter than white, choose light shades, which will also make the room seem larger and brighter.


• Counters
  It’s better to choose smooth surfaces because they are low-maintenance and require little product to clean. Laminates are a good choice because they are easily cleaned with a damp cloth: available in all sizes, patterns and colours, and very affordable.


• Cabinets
  Thermoplastic or melamine cabinet models are perfectly adequate. They come in all shades, with various finishes and can even be made to measure. Keep in mind: quality goes hand in hand with durability. Ready-made, easy-to-install plastic cabinets in various sizes are also available.


• A laundry tub
  A must-have in the laundry room. Deeper than a regular sink, it makes hand-washing and soaking much easier. Tubs are available in various shapes and sizes, so you’ll need to make your choice based on your available space and washing needs. Double models are practical for people who do a lot of hand-washing or for large families. Opt for an easy-to-manoeuvre faucet with a flexible hose.


• Accessories
  Choose the accessories that will be useful. They have to be adapted to the number of clothes you’ll be taking care of, from the type of clothes to how often they’ll be worn. Look for rods, hooks and baskets made of plastic and other materials that can withstand humidity.

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Have fun and let your creativity fly. A personalized laundry room will make chores a lot more enjoyable.

Good lighting

• Fluorescents are available in many types of white, with some very similar to natural light. Fluorescent lighting ensures good visibility in the laundry room.
• Recessed light fixtures Install dimmer switches so you can adjust the light according to your needs. You can always add floor lamps to complete your lighting.

Window dressing

• If you have windows in your laundry room, choose curtains or blinds that are easy-to-clean.
• Harmonize the colour palate you’ve chosen for the room to the décor if there are any.

Well chosen accessories

• Choose the color,baskets, brackets and hangers to be installed in the space. The decor details will help keep the room tidy and give it the character you want.
• It’s your choice: Put up pictures and photos, or set up a radio or small television to marry utility and comfort.