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Ruth Doherty

How to Organize a Utility Room — 17 Ideas for a More Streamlined Space

A utility room with stacked washer and dryers, built-in light blue cabinetry, and a Belfast sink .

Utility rooms rarely get the attention they deserve, especially when it comes to organization. In most homes, these functional spaces serve a hybrid function — a place to hide bulky appliances, store your laundry, or even take the form of a miniature mudroom. As such, they can quickly become disorganized and descend into chaos.

There's no reason for your utility room to become a place you dread, however. While it's not the kind of space you choose to wile away your time in, making the effort to organize a utility room will make your banal chores a less stressful experience and ensure everything runs smoothly (because, let's face it, laundry days are stressful enough as it is).

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