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Utility Room with an Integrated Sink and Laminate Floors Ideas and Designs

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Laundry Dance Party
Laundry Dance Party
TriVistaUSA Design + BuildTriVistaUSA Design + Build
Darko Zagar
This is an example of a medium sized urban utility room in DC Metro with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, laminate floors, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Making the Connection
Making the Connection
Thompson RemodelingThompson Remodeling
The objective of this home renovation was to make better connections between the family's main living spaces. The focus was on opening the kitchen and creating a combo mudroom/laundry room located off the garage. A two-toned design features classic white upper cabinets and espresso lowers. Thin mosaic tile is positioned vertically rather than horizontally for a unique and modern touch. Floating shelves highlight a corner nook and provide an area to display special dishware. A peninsula wraps around into the connected dining area. The new laundry/mudroom combo has four lockers with cubby storage above and below. The laundry area includes a sink and countertop for easy sorting and folding.
Custom Laundry Room
Custom Laundry Room
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Medium sized classic single-wall utility room in New York with an integrated sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble worktops, an integrated washer and dryer, beige walls, laminate floors, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Pebbledon House
Pebbledon House
InVision ArchitectureInVision Architecture
Located in Monterey Park, CA, the project included complete renovation and addition of a 2nd floor loft and deck. The previous house was a traditional style and was converted into an Art Moderne house with shed roofs. The 2,312 square foot house features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and upstairs loft. The 400 square foot garage was increased and repositioned for the renovation.
PROYECTO DE DISEÑO E INTERIORISMO 3D PARA REFORMA INTEGRAL EN VALLADOLID
PROYECTO DE DISEÑO E INTERIORISMO 3D PARA REFORMA INTEGRAL EN VALLADOLID
Ana Utrilla | Diseño de InterioresAna Utrilla | Diseño de Interiores
Inspiration for a large classic single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige walls, laminate floors, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Bathroom/Laundry Room Combination Project
Bathroom/Laundry Room Combination Project
Jeff's Custom PaintingJeff's Custom Painting
This photo was taken after the walls and ceiling had been painted. One coat of paint was applied to the ceiling and two coats of paint to the walls and window molding and jamb. Products Used: * KILZ PVA Primer * DAP AMP Caulk * Behr Premium Plus Interior Satin Enamel Paint (Tostada) * Behr Premium Plus Interior Flat Ceiling Paint (Ultra Pure White) * Sherwin-Williams Interior Satin Pro Classic Paint (Extra White)
Laundry Dance Party
Laundry Dance Party
TriVistaUSA Design + BuildTriVistaUSA Design + Build
Darko Zagar
Inspiration for a medium sized industrial utility room in DC Metro with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, laminate floors, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Laundry Dance Party
Laundry Dance Party
TriVistaUSA Design + BuildTriVistaUSA Design + Build
Darko Zagar
Design ideas for a medium sized industrial utility room in DC Metro with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, laminate floors, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Laundry Dance Party
Laundry Dance Party
TriVistaUSA Design + BuildTriVistaUSA Design + Build
Darko Zagar
Photo of a medium sized urban utility room in DC Metro with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, laminate floors, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Bathroom/Laundry Room Combination Project
Bathroom/Laundry Room Combination Project
Jeff's Custom PaintingJeff's Custom Painting
This photo was taken after the walls and ceiling had been painted. One coat of paint was applied to the ceiling and two coats of paint to the walls and window molding and jamb. Products Used: * KILZ PVA Primer * DAP AMP Caulk * Behr Premium Plus Interior Satin Enamel Paint (Tostada) * Behr Premium Plus Interior Flat Ceiling Paint (Ultra Pure White) * Sherwin-Williams Interior Satin Pro Classic Paint (Extra White)

Utility Room with an Integrated Sink and Laminate Floors 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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