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Utility Room with Red Walls and Ceramic Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Westlake Glass House
Westlake Glass House
Olson Defendorf Custom HomesOlson Defendorf Custom Homes
Photo of an utility room in Austin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, red walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Ada Modern Prairie
Ada Modern Prairie
42 North - Architecture + Design42 North - Architecture + Design
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury l-shaped separated utility room in Grand Rapids with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Abeln
Abeln
Stonehearth RemodelingStonehearth Remodeling
Mark Wingert
Design ideas for a medium sized classic galley utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Projet Montaigne
Projet Montaigne
Atelier E'décoAtelier E'déco
Rénovation de la buanderie pour en faire également une salle d'eau au rez de chaussée. Le mur du fond a été revetu du même tadelakt que le mur du fond de la cuisine. L'ensemble à été pensé pour gagner de la lumière (exposition nord) et de la place. Un vieux vaisselier peu profond à été upcyclé par l'Atelier E'déco pour faire un rangement conséquent et adapté à la pièce. La douche est revetue de carreaux style métro blanc pour l'aspect vintage.
Forest Bend
Forest Bend
TruKitchensTruKitchens
Shiloh Cabinetry: Peal White Finish. Maytag White Front Load Washer, Overnight Wash and Dry. Maytag White Gas Dryer, Steam Refresh Cycle. Photos: Ashley Avila Photography.
Laundry Room Cubbies
Laundry Room Cubbies
Alair Homes DallasAlair Homes Dallas
Inspiration for a large classic single-wall separated utility room with white cabinets, a side by side washer and dryer, a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, laminate countertops, red walls and ceramic flooring.
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.
J. Larry Golfer Photography
Small traditional galley separated utility room in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white floors.
Asheville, NC Pantry
Asheville, NC Pantry
Bella Systems - Custom ClosetsBella Systems - Custom Closets
Bella Systems, Custom built-in adjustable shelves for a laundry room/pantry. The shelves have a wood finish to match the existing finishes. the shelves are floor based and wall hung.
The Enclave at Glen Lakes, Ronald Reagan Home
The Enclave at Glen Lakes, Ronald Reagan Home
Jagoe Homes Inc.Jagoe Homes Inc.
Jagoe Homes, Inc. Project: The Enclave at Glen Lakes Home. Location: Louisville, Kentucky. Site Number: EGL 40.
Photo of a medium sized traditional separated utility room in Louisville with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, red walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
holt drive
holt drive
Katherine Connell Interior DesignKatherine Connell Interior Design
Jim Sink
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped utility room in Raleigh with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Custom Estate | Crane Road Estates in St. Charles, IL
Custom Estate | Crane Road Estates in St. Charles, IL
DJK Custom HomesDJK Custom Homes
DJK Custom Homes
Medium sized classic separated utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.
Safety Harbor Home Addition
Safety Harbor Home Addition
Russell Missonis PhotographyRussell Missonis Photography
Russell Missonis
This is an example of a medium sized modern u-shaped separated utility room in Tampa with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Mud Room
Mud Room
Foreman Builders IncForeman Builders Inc
Multi functional mud room in a rural farm setting. Shower, toilet area, washer dryer, utility sink with a punch of color with black and white tile set diagonally to create more interest. Built by Foreman Builders, Winchester VA. e.g. Photography by Manon Roderick
Place for life
Place for life
Studio 68/32Studio 68/32
Photo of a medium sized victorian single-wall separated utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, red floors and beige worktops.
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.
J. Larry Golfer Photography
Small traditional galley separated utility room in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white floors.
Abeln
Abeln
Stonehearth RemodelingStonehearth Remodeling
Mark Wingert
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional galley utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.
J. Larry Golfer Photography
Inspiration for a small classic galley separated utility room in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white floors.
Laundry
Laundry
Alair Homes DallasAlair Homes Dallas
This is an example of a large traditional single-wall separated utility room with white cabinets, a side by side washer and dryer, a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, laminate countertops, red walls, ceramic flooring and a feature wall.
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.
J. Larry Golfer Photography
Design ideas for a small classic galley separated utility room in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white floors.
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Arlington Basement/Laundry/Bathroom
Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.
J. Larry Golfer Photography
Inspiration for a small classic galley separated utility room in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white floors.

Utility Room with Red Walls and Ceramic 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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