Traditional Utility RoomTraditional Utility Room
What Houzz contributors are saying:
Order your laundry and cleaning itemsMost of us already have an area where we keep our household cleaners, and that’s generally under the sink. So without knowing it, you’ve probably started setting up a zone. Your cleaning supplies are near where you use them, in the kitchen.But “under the sink” can be a large space with no clear definition, and generally we just dump things on top of each other. Or perhaps some of your laundry items are near the washing machine, and others under the stairs. Keeping track of what you have, and what you might need, can be difficult.
Be energy efficientKing recommends you always purchase the most energy-efficient model within your budget, as this will save you money on your electricity bill in the long run. All laundry appliances are rated on their energy consumption: A, A+, A++ or, the most efficient rating, A+++. Always look out for machines that are rated A+ or more to ensure the most economical use of electricity. Get advice from the experts on how to plan the perfect utility room
Size up your spaceThe ideal amount of space required for your utility room depends on the expert you speak to. ‘The smallest size you can make a utility room with a sink is around 1900mm long by 1600mm wide,’ advises Findlater. ‘An ideal space is 3000mm by 3000mm, which will allow for tall storage cupboards and appliances, but it is possible to fit one into a much smaller space,’ says Edmonds.A general rule of thumb is to take the size of your family and its needs into consideration. Also, think carefully about how you wish to use the space.
What Houzzers are commenting on:
sliding drawers along side for mittens, etc. Two drawers divided in half
Like the tongue and groove behind the coats and the wood bench seat.
Like the tongue and groove behind coats and the wooden bench against the tongue and groove.
like the gray cabinets for the mud/laundry room.
Kaye Antonelli