‘Another design tricks includes installing a pocket door rather than one that needs to swing into the room.’ Jo also says to look at bespoke: ‘Having custom-built cupboards, allows you to create cabinets that are tailored to your needs, while floor-to-ceiling units give you ample amount of storage,’ says Jo. ‘Maximise available space by stacking the dryer on top of the washer,’ says Jo. ‘Try sourcing appliances from the same brand as a washing machine and tumble dryer can be configured to stack on one another utilising even less space in city-dwelling apartments.’ How do you maximise space in a small laundry room? ‘The core items required in a laundry room are a washing machine and a dryer along with a space for stowing away detergents,’ says Jo Jackson, market product manager UK & Ireland at Fisher & Paykel. ‘Providing there’s enough space to move freely, with a washing machine, sink area and worktop space, you’re all set.’ This helped add storage and a place to display decorative items. Who needs their laundry done These small laundry room makeover ideas. Drill clearance holes and screw the shelves to the studs with 2-1/2-in. I used 2 wood corbels and 1 common board to create a wood shelf above the washer & dryer. The laundry room was a room that I dreaded being in and now I find excuses to be in here. Build a set of shallow shelves and mount it to the wall. Ideally, a laundry room should be a minimum of 1.8m x 2m,’ says Al Bruce, Founder of Olive & Barr. 1 / 18 Family Handyman Behind-the-Door Shelves The space behind a door is a storage spot that’s often overlooked. ‘Laundry rooms come in all shapes and sizes, but you’d be amazed at how compact a laundry can be if needed. What’s the smallest a laundry room can be? Add taller wall cabinets or DIY shelving. Create a storage system whether a DIY spot for baskets or hampers to hang. Label two laundry bins – one for darks and one for lights – making washday easier. Instead of cramming everything into a tiny room, open up the area with these eight DIY small laundry room ideas. Attach a towel rack or large hardware pull under your cabinets to hang clothes. Keep a stool close by where you can fold to your inner Marie Kondo’s content.

No room for a dedicated laundry room? What about a laundry, utility – or airing – shelfie set? A few floating shelves will give you space to store your spare linens and sort through the folding pile. Angie, your laundry room is just so beautiful Love the makeover, from the brick wallpaper, the color on the wall, to the printables, and pretty decor items on. (Image credit: Future PLC/Joanna Henderson)

Diy small laundry room ideas