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Utility Room with a Built-in Sink and Lino Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Laundry Room Addition in Loveland
Laundry Room Addition in Loveland
Neal's Design RemodelNeal's Design Remodel
Neal's Design Remodel
Design ideas for a traditional single-wall utility room in Cincinnati with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate countertops, orange walls, lino flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Stonegate at Rush Creek - Fall 2017 Model Home
Stonegate at Rush Creek - Fall 2017 Model Home
Iverson HomesIverson Homes
Laundry Room with Front Load Washer & Dryer
Photo of a medium sized classic l-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, beaded cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate countertops, grey walls, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white floors.
Elegant Queen Anne Craftsman
Elegant Queen Anne Craftsman
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
HD Estates
This is an example of a medium sized traditional galley laundry cupboard in Seattle with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white cabinets and beige walls.
Laundry room
Laundry room
Bella Custom HomesBella Custom Homes
Mark Teskey
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional l-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, yellow walls, lino flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Richwood Hills Ranch
Richwood Hills Ranch
Preferred Builders of Watertown, LtdPreferred Builders of Watertown, Ltd
Dave Andersen Photography
Photo of a medium sized classic single-wall separated utility room in Milwaukee with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, a built-in sink and blue walls.
Barefoot Contessa
Barefoot Contessa
Rhonda Knoche DesignRhonda Knoche Design
After photo - front loading washer/dryer with continuous counter. "Fresh as soap" look, requested by client. Hanging rod suspended from ceiling.
Design ideas for a large classic single-wall separated utility room in Portland with laminate countertops, a built-in sink, white cabinets, shaker cabinets, blue walls, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Urban Farmhouse
Urban Farmhouse
DK HomesDK Homes
This home is full of clean lines, soft whites and grey, & lots of built-in pieces​. Large entry area with message center, dual closets, custom bench with hooks and cubbies to keep organized. Living room fireplace with shiplap, custom mantel and cabinets, and white brick.
Christmas at the Springs
Christmas at the Springs
Rycenga Building CenterRycenga Building Center
Designer: Julie Mausolf Contractor: Bos Homes Photography: Alea Paul
Small classic single-wall laundry cupboard in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, a built-in sink, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, lino flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Perpich/Layshock Residence
Perpich/Layshock Residence
Alleanza Custom HomesAlleanza Custom Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped separated utility room in Orange County with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, green walls and lino flooring.
Craftsman Laundry Room
Craftsman Laundry Room
Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & HomeFloor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home
Robb Siverson Photography
Large traditional single-wall separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.
Modern Smart Truro Home
Modern Smart Truro Home
Augustus ConstructionAugustus Construction
Photo of a contemporary separated utility room in Boston with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, beige walls, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.
Town of Tioga - Spring Parade 2012
Town of Tioga - Spring Parade 2012
SMART STONESMART STONE
Inspiration for an utility room in Miami with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, lino flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Spotted Eagle Custom Home
Spotted Eagle Custom Home
RENO TAHOE CABINETS AND MORERENO TAHOE CABINETS AND MORE
Randy Ryckebosch
Large rustic galley separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, lino flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Springbank
Springbank
UserUser
Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall separated utility room in Calgary with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floors.
Laundry Room & Mudrooms
Laundry Room & Mudrooms
Independent Paint & FlooringIndependent Paint & Flooring
Photo of a medium sized classic single-wall separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Appel Residence | Laundry
Appel Residence | Laundry
West Coast HomesWest Coast Homes
Design ideas for a large traditional galley utility room in Seattle with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, grey walls, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey worktops.
Evandale kitchen, powder room, laundry and mudroom renovation
Evandale kitchen, powder room, laundry and mudroom renovation
Legacy Builders GroupLegacy Builders Group
Photo of a medium sized traditional galley utility room in Cincinnati with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, grey walls, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Farmhouse Inspired-Lakeville, MN | Che Bella Interiors
Farmhouse Inspired-Lakeville, MN | Che Bella Interiors
Che Bella Interiors Design + RemodelingChe Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling
Homes by Tradition, LLC (Builder)
Inspiration for a medium sized l-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, laminate countertops, lino flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, dark wood cabinets and beige walls.
White Lacquer - Black Granite
White Lacquer - Black Granite
Palazzo Kitchens & AppliancesPalazzo Kitchens & Appliances
The same high gloss white lacquer door style has been carried through tot he laundry, and the handless design create a negative detail.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Christchurch with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, lino flooring and white floors.

Utility Room with a Built-in Sink and Lino Flooring 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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