The laundry area is usually located in the basement, but one should take into consideration that its one place at home that you usually spend most of your time with. Doing laundry can take hours off your time, so setting up an efficient laundry area allows you to multitask and save time. Listed below are tips from Better Homes and Gardens and Southern Living on how to make the most out of your laundry space.
Choose the Right Spot
Choosing a right spot for the laundry room is important since it usually being used for hours. Though laundry rooms are usually placed in the basement, setting it up near the kitchen is beneficial for busy individuals since it's easier to do multitask when one area is neat the other. Placing the laundry room near the back door or the children's room can be of great help too. Make sure you have enough space to sort out clothes, hang and fold. The room does not necessarily have to be big and spacious, it just need to be properly arranged.
Wet and Dry Zones
Putting up partitions on the laundry room is efficient. Set up the sink beside the washing machine so that you can keep the wet task together. Putting up partition makes the room clean and organized as well. Install a hanger rod beside the dryer so that clothes can be air dried. Save a space for the ironing board within the dry area so that it would be easier for you to navigate.
Organizers
Install counter tops on the dry area for you to be able to neatly fold the clothes once they're out. Install shelves on the wet area for you to store the laundry detergent, bleach, and fabric conditioners. Install a childproof cabinet if needed to ensure safety. Make sure these items are far from children's reach as they can be hazardous. Putting up hanger rods for the delicate items that need to be air dried. Putting up wall mount clothing valet can save space too.
