How to Organize the Laundry Room: Tips and Product Recommendations
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Many rooms in the home stay clean and organized. The laundry room, however, is often treated as an afterthought. If you've decided it's time to tackle the clutter in this neglected space, AFH has all the tips and product recommendations you need to organize it.
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Here are four easy ideas to get the laundry ball rolling, using pieces from our storage & organization department:
- Baskets and Bins – Woven hand-held baskets or themed bin sets corral detergent, clothespins, and dryer sheets, keeping small supplies tidy and easy to reach.
- Wall Shelving – Open shelves and wall units use the empty space above your machines for folded linens and everyday laundry bottles.
- Cabinets and Sideboards – Closed storage hides bulky supplies and cleaning tools behind doors, so the room stays calm and uncluttered.
- Rolling Carts – Slim, mobile carts slide into the gap between appliances and roll out whenever laundry day calls.
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Baskets and Bins
Every laundry room collects small supplies. A set of baskets and bins keeps those items grouped and off the counter. With everything corralled, you can find what you need in the middle of a load.
Woven handheld storage baskets can function as a laundry basket, suiting open shelves and adding gorgeous textured accents to the area. Label each handheld basket by activity, such as washing, folding, or mending. Because the contents stay tucked away, the space reads tidy even when baskets are full. A matching set pulls the whole shelf together.
Themed lightweight bins also make sorting simple. Keep one for lights and one for darks. Then, carry them straight to the machine. That way, laundry day doesn't stay in one spot.
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Wall Shelving
Take advantage of vertical space in the laundry room by adding wall storage and shelving above the washer and dryer. This simple change opens up the room without creating a larger footprint.
One easy way to do that is with a 3-piece rustic shelf kit from Antique Farmhouse. It gives you open shelves that keep detergent, dryer sheets, and folded towels within easy reach. Set the bottles you use most at eye level. Store backups and seasonal items on the higher shelves. A single shelf can clear a whole countertop in minutes.
Shelving earns style points too. Mix in a tray or a small basket to break up rows of bottles. Add a trailing plant or a folded quilt for a bit of warmth. The result feels collected and calm, not like a utility closet.
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Cabinets and Sideboards
Some supplies are better kept out of sight. Bulk detergent, cleaning sprays, and tools don't need to be on display. A cabinet or sideboard tucks them behind doors for a finished look. Closed storage quiets a busy room right away.
A sideboard with plenty of doors gives you a surface for folding and sorting. Plus you can set laundry baskets on top of. A sideboard also allows you to store unsightly overflow inside. In a mudroom-style laundry area, it keeps the space feeling like part of the home. One piece does it all.
Additionally, you’ll want to acquire pieces with drawers and shelves you can adjust for the best results. Deep drawers in a distressed metal cabinet can hold linens, while taller shelves fit bulky bottles. Because everything has a home, the counters stay clear for the next load. A warm wood finish softens the cool tone of appliances.
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Rolling Carts and Baskets
The gap between a washer and dryer doesn't have to become a catchall for lint and stray socks. A slim rolling cart or basket fits neatly into this often-wasted space and pulls out whenever you need it. This mobile storage solution turns a few forgotten inches into valuable storage without tools or mounting.
Stock a rolling storage cart with a liner with detergent, fabric softener, stain remover, and dryer sheets, then roll it wherever you're working. Need more storage? Repurpose our 3 Tier Industrial Bar Cart as a laundry station. Place wicker baskets on the shelves to hold towels, clothespins, and other supplies.
A chic industrial rolling storage basket keeps laundry, folded towels, or extra supplies within reach while adding farmhouse style to the room. Casters make it easy to move from the laundry area to a nearby mudroom or linen closet and back.
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