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Utility Room with an Utility Sink and Raised-panel Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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dogs dream
dogs dream
Artistic Renovations of Ohio LLCArtistic Renovations of Ohio LLC
this dog wash is a great place to clean up your pets and give them the spa treatment they deserve. There is even an area to relax for your pet under the counter in the padded cabinet.
Goshen Estate
Goshen Estate
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
This is an example of a large rural u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Woodland Park Stafford
Woodland Park Stafford
Mark Payne HomesMark Payne Homes
Large tiled utility room leading out to the garage, with built in lockers, granite countertops and a utility sink.
This is an example of a large classic galley utility room in Austin with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Philadelphia Custom Kitchen and Laundry
Philadelphia Custom Kitchen and Laundry
Airy KitchensAiry Kitchens
Medium sized modern u-shaped separated utility room in Philadelphia with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, pink walls, limestone flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Second Story Simplicity
Second Story Simplicity
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
The laundry room at the top of the stair has been home to drying racks as well as a small computer work station. There is plenty of room for additional storage, and the large square window allows plenty of light.
Dickson Residence
Dickson Residence
MG Homes, LLCMG Homes, LLC
Washer, dryer hookups, extra storage room for the second fridge, storage shelves, clothes drying rod, stainless steel sink, modern brushed nickel fixtures, quartzite countertops, modern brown raised-panel cabinets, large brushed nickel modern drawer pulls and cabinet handles
Talavera - 116 SW 169th STreet
Talavera - 116 SW 169th STreet
Aaron Tatum Custom Homes, LLCAaron Tatum Custom Homes, LLC
Photo of a large classic galley separated utility room in Oklahoma City with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate countertops, marble flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige walls.
Scottsdale - 61st Place
Scottsdale - 61st Place
Castle DesignsCastle Designs
Photo of a medium sized shabby-chic style galley separated utility room in Phoenix with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Grove Street - Kitchen & Laundry Remodel
Grove Street - Kitchen & Laundry Remodel
Keystone HomesKeystone Homes
Haley A Photography
Photo of a classic utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.

Utility Room with an Utility Sink and Raised-panel Cabinets 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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