5 DIY Laundry Room Ideas

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5 DIY Laundry Room Ideas

If you’re a new homeowner, you know the struggle of having a new laundry room! You now have this room with some space and a great washer and dryer from a place like Happys Appliances Outlet. The space is kinda plain and not all that attractive yet, you have a lot of work to do in making this a space that you’ll enjoy doing laundry in! So without further ado, here are 5 DIY tips to spruce things up!

1. Waterfall Countertop

The first thing you can do to make that laundry room look nicer and give yourself more storage space is to use some plywood to make yourself a waterfall countertop. You can buy a premade one, or follow a tutorial, but with the use of lower cost materials you won’t be spending a fortune. Plus you can decorate however you’d like! Want to paint it, go ahead. Want to put some varnish on, feel free! The possibilities are endless!

2. Dryer List Decal

This one is honestly a lifesaver and super easy to get! You don’t even need to buy a decal. With a dry erase marker you can make that list and note how they should be handled when washed and dried. You now have a simple and easy way to never forget how that silk dress needs to be washed and dried! You can buy multiple colors so that the kiddos will have an easier time knowing what to do too!

3. Crocheted Delicates Bag

There are just some things that can’t be washed normally without falling apart or getting damaged. A lace bralet, an old baby blanket, silk gloves, things that will get damaged or ruined need a separate little bag that they’ll be safe in! So why not save yourself some money and pick up a new hobby? Crocheting is a great way to make yourself a bag that your delicates can go in and be fully protected! It can be zipped or buttoned together, whatever you prefer!

4. Drying Rack

Drying racks in general are honestly lifesavers; they provide a great way to make sure your nice work clothes aren’t wrinkled or damaged. Wall mounted ones are even better! They save you space by being collapsible against the wall, so no more dragging out the regular drying rack and trying to figure out where to store it.

5. DIY Shelves

Storage. Storage. Storage. I cannot stress that enough. If you have a laundry room, you’re gonna need some kind of storage spaces. With the waterfall countertop you have a place to place your baskets, but where will you put your detergent or fabric softener? The answer to that is shelving! You can buy more plywood and make yourself a shelving unit that stands beside your washer and dryer, or you can mount them onto your wall above them! You don’t have to use plywood–that’s just for lower cost material sake–you can use metal too!

Conclusion

Handling stuff at home can give you a great way to save money and time. You can let your creativity take hold and turn your laundry room into something unique and appealing to your tastes. And really, don’t we all want our home to feel like it’s ours rather than something cookie cutter.