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HELP!! Awkward Laundry room

5 years ago

Laundry room needs an update. I will paint.
I know we need some sort of shelving or cupboards.
The main problem is the sink in the middle of the machines.. we can’t move it cause we are not handy and don’t want to pay someone to do it (we’ve had several quotes and it’s not cheap), so not worth it.
What can we do to update this room.
It’s all aesthetics, so trying to do it on a budget.

Comments (13)

  • 5 years ago

    We had thought of that.. but they are too high. They are sitting on pedestals drawers.
    Both my husband and I are really tall and I have a bad back, so we need to keep them .
    Thanks 😊

  • PRO
    5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    Hi

    1) In order to help you more, could you please post photos of all 4 walls? Thanks.

    2) In the last few laundry rooms I have renovated, I have eliminated the sink. Reason: Most laundries, like yours, are space-starved and clients say they really don't need the sink. For you on the taller side, that sink looks extremely short also. Yes, you might use it, but could you use a nearby sink? Would you not rather have the space for storage. Paying someone to simply remove the sink will be a lot less expensive than moving it.

  • 5 years ago

    If you haven’t already, search ’budget laundry room makeovers’ for lots of ideas and inspiration.

    This is one I saw for storage ideas … you could look online or at a local Restore for a free or cheap cabinet. Add shelves, paint if needed, look on Youtube for installation tutorials.


    If you can’t remove the sink, make a skirt for it:




    Those came up at the top, there are limitless pages of others. Look through and I think you’ll get some good ideas. :)

  • 5 years ago

    You both must have really bad backs if you use that sink which is really so low. I have the same set up and have a proper kitchen sink with a kitchen cabinet in the middle. It has a cupboard underneath for storage.

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Jinx has given you some awesome ideas! I love the last photo with cabinets and open shelving above the washer/dryer. I even love the cover for the utility sink. Would definitely use this as inspiration for your laundry room.

  • 5 years ago

    Some questions:

    1- would you use the sink if it were raised up to a comfortable height?

    2- will your budget run to adding an open shelf for laundry baskets?

    3- would hanging up the ironing board and other tools currently on the floor suit your back?

  • 5 years ago

    here are a couple of pics I have taken for your reference. Our rooms look very similar. I put a metal rack on the back wall for more storage.



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  • 5 years ago

    Thanks so much!!

  • 5 years ago

    Thanks everyone!!
    This looks like our laundry room. Will use this.

  • 5 years ago

    We like e this sink & cabinets right above each machine. Thanks Angel 18432 for posting pictures.

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Here are two laundry designs we have completed for clients. Please note the cabinets/shelves, sinks, and various other decor items.

    High-End Renovation: Laundry Room · More Info


    Gower Street · More Info