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Utility Room with Granite Worktops and Blue Walls Ideas and Designs

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Rustic Charm on the Lake
Rustic Charm on the Lake
Trent Williams Construction ManagementTrent Williams Construction Management
Photo of a classic utility room in Austin with white cabinets, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, a submerged sink and granite worktops.
Laundry Room/ Office
Laundry Room/ Office
Color By DesignColor By Design
Inspiration for a medium sized classic utility room in Toronto with a submerged sink, granite worktops, blue walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Room Addition
Laundry Room Addition
Winston Brown RemodelingWinston Brown Remodeling
Photo of a large traditional galley utility room in Other with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and dark hardwood flooring.
Laundry Room Remodeling Project
Laundry Room Remodeling Project
Paul Davis Remodeling of Greenville & SpartanburgPaul Davis Remodeling of Greenville & Spartanburg
Another view of the room with the ceiling light off so that you can see the natural light coming through the window and the under-cabinet lighting. Photo by Joe Rhodes
Rustic Laundry
Rustic Laundry
Lustig Custom CabinetsLustig Custom Cabinets
Spacious granite counters provide lots of room for folding & sorting. Room below allows for rolling carts & baskets. Mandi B Photography
Expansive rustic u-shaped utility room in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Victorian & Cobalt Blue
Victorian & Cobalt Blue
Rick's Custom Cabinets & Renovations LTD.Rick's Custom Cabinets & Renovations LTD.
Inspiration for a large single-wall utility room in Other with white cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Tower Lane
Tower Lane
Bella Casa Design and BuildBella Casa Design and Build
This is an example of a medium sized traditional utility room in Orange County with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey worktops and blue walls.
Eagan Mudroom Room
Eagan Mudroom Room
B2 Design BuildB2 Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, light hardwood flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
A Bright and Cheery Renovation
A Bright and Cheery Renovation
Mayfield Renovations Ltd.Mayfield Renovations Ltd.
This is an example of a medium sized shabby-chic style l-shaped utility room in Calgary with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Ingrum
Ingrum
UserUser
This laundry room features a 3" frame Shaker style door and is finished in a Toffee stain.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional single-wall utility room in Nashville with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, slate flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Room Remodeling Project
Laundry Room Remodeling Project
Paul Davis Remodeling of Greenville & SpartanburgPaul Davis Remodeling of Greenville & Spartanburg
A small sink for hand washables was all that was needed for this homeowner. The stainless ties in nicely with the washer/dryer accents. Photo by Joe Rhodes
New Construction Home - Avon, IN
New Construction Home - Avon, IN
Jessica Stout DesignJessica Stout Design
Mimi Barry Photography
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped separated utility room in Indianapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Barton Road Kitchen + Bed + Bath Remodel
Barton Road Kitchen + Bed + Bath Remodel
W.E. Davies + Sons Remodeling Inc.W.E. Davies + Sons Remodeling Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional galley separated utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and medium wood cabinets.
Eagan Mudroom Room
Eagan Mudroom Room
B2 Design BuildB2 Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized traditional single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, light hardwood flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Victorian Style New Build Home
Victorian Style New Build Home
Rick's Custom Cabinets & Renovations LTD.Rick's Custom Cabinets & Renovations LTD.
This is an example of a large traditional galley separated utility room in Other with white cabinets, granite worktops and blue walls.
Thompson's Station Addition and Screen Porch
Thompson's Station Addition and Screen Porch
The Kingston Group - Remodeling SpecialistsThe Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists
Showcase Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional single-wall utility room in Nashville with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls and ceramic flooring.
Prime Living
Prime Living
Trillium Enterprises, INC.Trillium Enterprises, INC.
Recessed lighting, and lots of storage space make this laundry room functional. © Holly Lepere
Inspiration for a traditional utility room in Santa Barbara with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, marble flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and a submerged sink.
316 Arborcrest
316 Arborcrest
3rd Street Custom Homes3rd Street Custom Homes
Harold-Texas Pads
Inspiration for a medium sized classic galley separated utility room in Dallas with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Transitional Kitchen, Laundry & Window Seat Remodel
Transitional Kitchen, Laundry & Window Seat Remodel
Seifert Kitchen + BathSeifert Kitchen + Bath
This is an example of a medium sized classic single-wall separated utility room in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Room Remodel
Laundry Room Remodel
Robmar Design Associates, IncRobmar Design Associates, Inc
Photo of a medium sized traditional single-wall separated utility room in Boston with beaded cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, a submerged sink, granite worktops, ceramic flooring and beige floors.

Utility Room with Granite Worktops and Blue Walls 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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