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Utility Room with an Utility Sink Ideas and Designs

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Modern Farmhouse Remodel
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Large rural separated utility room in Denver with an utility sink, louvered cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multicoloured worktops, a vaulted ceiling and feature lighting.
Laundry Room Painted a Bright Orange Color in Linwood, NJ
Laundry Room Painted a Bright Orange Color in Linwood, NJ
AK Painting And PowerwashingAK Painting And Powerwashing
Laundry room painted a bold orange color - project in Linwood, NJ. More at AkPaintingAndPowerwashing.com
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Philadelphia with an utility sink, orange walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
29 Amber Ridge Court, Berry Mills, NB
29 Amber Ridge Court, Berry Mills, NB
UserUser
Photo of a large classic galley separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Victoria Terrace
Victoria Terrace
The Code Design StudioThe Code Design Studio
Inspiration for a small modern galley laundry cupboard in Other with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and brown worktops.
Crystal Cabinetry Design Gallery
Crystal Cabinetry Design Gallery
Cabernet Kitchen & BathCabernet Kitchen & Bath
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional single-wall separated utility room in San Francisco with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, terracotta flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Bathroom and Laundry Room Remodel
Bathroom and Laundry Room Remodel
CK Independent Living BuildersCK Independent Living Builders
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional single-wall utility room in Hawaii with an utility sink, white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Worth Way
Worth Way
Corvallis Custom Kitchens & BathsCorvallis Custom Kitchens & Baths
Photo of a large traditional galley utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, slate flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Versailles Modern Custom Home
Versailles Modern Custom Home
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized classic galley utility room in Other with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, quartz worktops, brown walls, grey floors and white worktops.
Worth Way Custom Home
Worth Way Custom Home
Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized classic galley utility room in Other with an utility sink, beige walls, slate flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Bright Basement Laundry Room
Bright Basement Laundry Room
A. Klein Interior Design LLCA. Klein Interior Design LLC
Orange walls aren't for everyone, but this client wanted a bright happy space to do her laundry. There is little natural light in this room and the color is like sunshine. The fun, random pattern floor tiles and vintage accents add to the charm. Kaskel Photo
Custom Home Rural Central Ohio
Custom Home Rural Central Ohio
Ballard Architectural StudioBallard Architectural Studio
View of dutch door into laundry/utility and garage
This is an example of a medium sized utility room in Columbus with an utility sink, blue walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Hardwood
Hardwood
Cut-Rite Carpets & Design Center, Inc.Cut-Rite Carpets & Design Center, Inc.
Cut-Rite Carpet and Design Center is located at 825 White Plains Road (Rt. 22), Scarsdale, NY 10583. Come visit us! We are open Monday-Saturday from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. (914) 506-5431 http://www.cutritecarpets.com/
Lakefront Estates Lot 28
Lakefront Estates Lot 28
ACE Cabinet CenterACE Cabinet Center
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional single-wall separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls and ceramic flooring.
Lewis Project
Lewis Project
Custom LivingCustom Living
Large traditional galley separated utility room in Indianapolis with an utility sink, beige walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Classy Rustic New Construction
Classy Rustic New Construction
Riverbend Building LLCRiverbend Building LLC
Large single-wall separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, slate flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and beige worktops.
Craftsman House
Craftsman House
Jon Hammond BuildersJon Hammond Builders
This is an example of a classic single-wall separated utility room in New York with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and white worktops.
Worth Way Custom Home
Worth Way Custom Home
Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.
Medium sized classic galley utility room in Other with an utility sink, beige walls, slate flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Worth Way
Worth Way
Corvallis Custom Kitchens & BathsCorvallis Custom Kitchens & Baths
Design ideas for a large classic galley utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, slate flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Lewis Project
Lewis Project
Custom LivingCustom Living
Large rural galley separated utility room in Indianapolis with an utility sink, beige walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.

Utility Room with an Utility Sink 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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