I believe that a truly well-designed home is one that can confidently flaunt all of its spaces. Even the typically overlooked utility room. So, I found 12 stylish things that every laundry room needs — and every single item makes sense for the space.
These utility room ideas will make even the most ferociously laundry-averse people take a little joy in this otherwise mundane aspect of adulting. I'm talking beautiful laundry baskets, design detergents, good-looking storage, and more.
So, without further ado, here's everything your utility room is missing out on, for a truly aesthetic space.
I can't stand a boring laundry basket. It brings down the entire space and zaps the fun out of the task. Since these baskets don't need to be replaced frequently, why not buy a well-designed version, like this one from Broste Copenhagen.
Another thing I don't stand for? Using the same laundry basket to hold dirty and fresh laundry. Get your laundry room a second basket like this to transfer your clean clothes out of the washer and into the dryer or onto an airer.
When it comes to functional brands I have a crush on, Steamery is right up there. It has taken the humble steamer and turned it into a total design moment. This baby blue color is my current favorite for spring resets.
Another laundry room must-have from Steamery is this Pilo No.2 Fabric Shaver. It gets rid of the pilling on your sweaters, socks, and sheets without disrupting the aesthetic appeal of your space.
Stylish drying rack ideas are hard to come by. But if you want something sturdy that slips into the background, this Eclipse Steel and Fabric Clothes Airer from Joseph Joseph is a sleek choice. And if you live in a studio, like me, then you can simply turn the airer over to conceal your drying laundry.
Courtney Cox's Homecourt laundry line is a thoughtfully curated collection that includes this set of wool dryer balls. It softens fabrics, reduces creasing, and gently perfumes your garments when infused with some Laundry Fragrance Oil.
If you wash your laundry with powder or you're not a fan of your detergent's design, then I recommend decanting it into this chic jar from Zara Home. Plus, it comes with a steel ladle for easy use.
Ashley & Co has skillfully designed laundry liquid that both looks good and smells great. Having tested it myself, I can confirm that it perfumes clothes without diminishing the quality of fabric.
I know these funky glass jars have are intended for jewelry but I recommend repurposing it for fragrance beads, dryer sheets, and laundry pods. It's simple spruces like this that ensure you won't be ashamed to have guests venture into your utility room.
Another favorite from Courtney Cox's label is this Cece Linen Spray. Sometimes you can't escape the scent from your washer and dryer. In which case, a couple of spritzes will save you from having to douse yourself in perfume.
I was today years old when I discovered that washing machines can look good. Case in point, this cream version from Montpellier. It's a minimalist design dream that will make even a small laundry room work hard.
Lastly, hangers are a must. Every utility room needs a small hanging space to hold clothes as you steam them. And these coat hangers from Ferm Living will help this chore go by a little easier.
Another space that's often cluttered with less-than-pretty items is the tidying closet. So, this roundup of beautiful cleaning tools will save you from hiding it all away.
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