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Utility Room with Yellow Walls and Grey Floors Ideas and Designs

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A Butlers Dream
A Butlers Dream
Kitchens Inc. Custom CabinetryKitchens Inc. Custom Cabinetry
Inspiration for a medium sized classic galley separated utility room in Wichita with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, yellow walls, slate flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Carolina In Home Flooring & Design CenterCarolina In Home Flooring & Design Center
Inspiration for a large classic utility room in Raleigh with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Homeland Office and Laundry Room
Homeland Office and Laundry Room
redhead design, llcredhead design, llc
Stephanie London Photography
Small traditional galley utility room in Baltimore with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, yellow walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
GMI Design GroupGMI Design Group
This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.
Complete Addition- Aberdeen, MD
Complete Addition- Aberdeen, MD
Brothers Services CompanyBrothers Services Company
Don't forget about your pets! This mudroom features a specially designated wash area for the homeowner's dogs so that cleaning off after playing outside by the water is quick and easy!
Lake Minnetonka Cottage
Lake Minnetonka Cottage
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
Photos by Spacecrafting Photography
This is an example of a traditional u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, composite countertops, yellow walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey cabinets.
Modern Cottage Dream Home in Edina
Modern Cottage Dream Home in Edina
REFINED LLCREFINED LLC
This is an example of a classic utility room in Minneapolis with yellow walls, grey floors and grey worktops.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
After Paint, LLCAfter Paint, LLC
Large classic l-shaped separated utility room in Other with open cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Bethlehem Gallery of FloorsBethlehem Gallery of Floors
Inspiration for a large country single-wall utility room in Philadelphia with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Northern Virginia Indoor and Outdoor Renovation
Northern Virginia Indoor and Outdoor Renovation
John F. Heltzel AIA, PC ArchitectsJohn F. Heltzel AIA, PC Architects
Photo of a large classic single-wall separated utility room in DC Metro with yellow walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Gales Carpet One Floor and HomeGales Carpet One Floor and Home
Design ideas for a large traditional utility room in Other with yellow walls, porcelain flooring and grey floors.
Armstrong-Engineered Stone
Armstrong-Engineered Stone
BC&N CarpetBC&N Carpet
Photo of a large shabby-chic style single-wall utility room in New York with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, a stacked washer and dryer, ceramic flooring and grey floors.
MIX
MIX
RODOLF NOEL PhotographeRODOLF NOEL Photographe
Inspiration for a contemporary separated utility room in Montreal with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
GMI Design GroupGMI Design Group
This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.
Armstrong-Engineered Stone
Armstrong-Engineered Stone
Styron Floor Covering & InteriorsStyron Floor Covering & Interiors
This is an example of a large classic single-wall utility room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, vinyl flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Homecrest laundry
Homecrest laundry
Godsey Supply CompanyGodsey Supply Company
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional l-shaped separated utility room in Nashville with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, yellow walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Abbey Carpet of WoodburyAbbey Carpet of Woodbury
Design ideas for a medium sized rural single-wall utility room in Philadelphia with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, porcelain flooring and grey floors.
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Basye's Abbey Carpet & FloorBasye's Abbey Carpet & Floor
Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall utility room in St Louis with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
2017 Minnesota ASID Home
2017 Minnesota ASID Home
CambriaCambria
Bright laundry room featuring Ella
Design ideas for a traditional single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with engineered stone countertops, yellow walls, a side by side washer and dryer, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets and grey floors.
Providence Plantation
Providence Plantation
DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.
Photo of a large traditional galley utility room in Charlotte with yellow walls, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.

Utility Room with Yellow Walls and Grey 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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