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Small Utility Room with Medium Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Monroe Street, Hinsdale
Monroe Street, Hinsdale
Tate EnterprisesTate Enterprises
Inspiration for a small traditional laundry cupboard in Chicago with wood worktops, medium hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Historic Craftsman Addition & Remodel
Historic Craftsman Addition & Remodel
Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
Shaker doors with a simple Craftsman trim hide the stacked washer and dryer.
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, red floors, grey worktops and wainscoting.
Hidden European Laundry
Hidden European Laundry
Helen Baumann DesignHelen Baumann Design
This is an example of a small modern single-wall separated utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, green splashback, metro tiled splashback, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Hamptons kitchen with combined butlers pantry and laundry
Hamptons kitchen with combined butlers pantry and laundry
Makings of Fine Kitchens & BathroomsMakings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms
Combined butlers pantry and laundry opening to kitchen
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped utility room in Brisbane with shaker cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, white worktops, a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, white walls and a stacked washer and dryer.
Transitional Transformation
Transitional Transformation
Meechi DesignMeechi Design
Photo of a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and white worktops.
Grade II Listed Building; Full Rennovation
Grade II Listed Building; Full Rennovation
UserUser
Simon Callaghan Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Sussex with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey worktops, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Entry and Mudroom
Entry and Mudroom
Russell Room RemodelersRussell Room Remodelers
Jeff Russell
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floors and shaker cabinets.
Bellevue Farmhouse
Bellevue Farmhouse
RW Anderson HomesRW Anderson Homes
In the prestigious Enatai neighborhood in Bellevue, this mid 90’s home was in need of updating. Bringing this home from a bleak spec project to the feeling of a luxurious custom home took partnering with an amazing interior designer and our specialists in every field. Everything about this home now fits the life and style of the homeowner and is a balance of the finer things with quaint farmhouse styling. RW Anderson Homes is the premier home builder and remodeler in the Seattle and Bellevue area. Distinguished by their excellent team, and attention to detail, RW Anderson delivers a custom tailored experience for every customer. Their service to clients has earned them a great reputation in the industry for taking care of their customers. Working with RW Anderson Homes is very easy. Their office and design team work tirelessly to maximize your goals and dreams in order to create finished spaces that aren’t only beautiful, but highly functional for every customer. In an industry known for false promises and the unexpected, the team at RW Anderson is professional and works to present a clear and concise strategy for every project. They take pride in their references and the amount of direct referrals they receive from past clients. RW Anderson Homes would love the opportunity to talk with you about your home or remodel project today. Estimates and consultations are always free. Call us now at 206-383-8084 or email Ryan@rwandersonhomes.com.
Rockridge Kitchen
Rockridge Kitchen
Laura Natkins, ArchitectLaura Natkins, Architect
My client wanted to be sure that her new kitchen was designed in keeping with her homes great craftsman detail. We did just that while giving her a “modern” kitchen. Windows over the sink were enlarged, and a tiny half bath and laundry closet were added tucked away from sight. We had trim customized to match the existing. Cabinets and shelving were added with attention to detail. An elegant bathroom with a new tiled shower replaced the old bathroom with tub. Ramona d'Viola photographer
Master Suite Remodel, Washington DC
Master Suite Remodel, Washington DC
Finesse Design RemodelingFinesse Design Remodeling
Kenneth M Wyner Photography
Photo of a small traditional laundry cupboard in DC Metro with white cabinets, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Lake Dunmore Renovation
Lake Dunmore Renovation
Smith & McClainSmith & McClain
Small beach style single-wall utility room in Burlington with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and brown floors.
486 Plantation Club Villas
486 Plantation Club Villas
Carey North DesignsCarey North Designs
Photo of a small coastal single-wall utility room in Atlanta with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, yellow walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Wooded Lake House Renovation
Wooded Lake House Renovation
Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + designElizabeth Herrmann architecture + design
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall separated utility room in Burlington with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and brown floors.
Country Rustic
Country Rustic
Silver Leaf Construction & RenovationSilver Leaf Construction & Renovation
This is an example of a small rustic single-wall separated utility room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
From Pandora's Box to Jewel Box - Laundry Closet
From Pandora's Box to Jewel Box - Laundry Closet
McCabe By Design LLCMcCabe By Design LLC
A semi concealed cat door into the laundry closet helps contain the kitty litter and keeps kitty's business out of sight. A Kitchen That Works LLC
Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Seattle with composite countertops, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey walls, brown floors and beige worktops.
Glass Pocket Door
Glass Pocket Door
Jan Neiges, CMKBD with NKBAJan Neiges, CMKBD with NKBA
The laundry area had no door, adding a glass pocket door brings in the light and changes it up a bit. Installing a transom window above adds a unique detail. Painting the trim the same color as the cabinets helps to tie it all together. Pure Lee Photography Amanda Neiges
Glastonbury, CT Mudroom Renovation
Glastonbury, CT Mudroom Renovation
Melissa Hill Home DesignMelissa Hill Home Design
A design for a busy, active family longing for order and a central place for the family to gather. We utilized every inch of this room from floor to ceiling to give custom cabinetry that would completely expand their kitchen storage. Directly off the kitchen overlooks their dining space, with beautiful brown leather stools detailed with exposed nail heads and white wood. Fresh colors of bright blue and yellow liven their dining area. The kitchen & dining space is completely rejuvenated as these crisp whites and colorful details breath life into this family hub. We further fulfilled our ambition of maximum storage in our design of this client’s mudroom and laundry room. We completely transformed these areas with our millwork and cabinet designs allowing for the best amount of storage in a well-organized entry. Optimizing a small space with organization and classic elements has them ready to entertain and welcome family and friends. Custom designed by Hartley and Hill Design All materials and furnishings in this space are available through Hartley and Hill Design. www.hartleyandhilldesign.com 888-639-0639 Neil Landino
Forever Family Home - Part 2 Two
Forever Family Home - Part 2 Two
Stalburg DesignStalburg Design
Design ideas for a small contemporary utility room in Detroit with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Philadelphia Luxury Home Custom Laundry
Philadelphia Luxury Home Custom Laundry
Kaestner Designs - Kitchens, Baths & InteriorsKaestner Designs - Kitchens, Baths & Interiors
Custom Laundry space with basin for 2nd Floor of this Luxury Row Home in Philadelphia, PA. The surround for the front load washer and dryer serves as a folding station as well as a counter surface for cleaning supplies. Wall storage allows for overflow storage for the 2nd floor while providing a decorative feel to this unique space. Hanging Rail provides area to hang delicates or laundry requiring air dry. This room is approximately 5'x 11'.
215 Boul Saint-Laurent #32
215 Boul Saint-Laurent #32
Big Panda DesignBig Panda Design
Inspiration for a small urban laundry cupboard in Montreal with a side by side washer and dryer, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, white walls and medium hardwood flooring.

Small Utility Room with Medium Hardwood Flooring 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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