Laundry Room Makeover Ideas for Every Size and Style
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Laundry rooms often get overlooked when we are decorating our homes. The truth is, paying a little attention to this essential space will not just increase its storage space and basic functionality but also add charm to an area where you might spend a lot of your time. Laundry day comes once a week or more, whether you like it or not! In this roundup, I’ve included both simple DIYs and full-scale laundry room makeover ideas to refresh your space. I hope you find some inspiration that you can use in your own home. Let’s jump right in!
Stylish Laundry Room Upgrades
Laundry Room Makeover Ideas
If you’re in the mood for a complete overhaul, check out these laundry room makeover projects that combine style, functionality, and clever use of storage and decor!
Modern Industrial Small Laundry Room Makeover
When my sister purchased her downtown Edmonton loft condo, we knew that the tiny laundry room desperately needed a makeover! It’s more like a closet than a room and it has a very awkward shape. Some simple wall shelving, DIY art, and a brand-new Samsung front-loading washer and dryer set that stacks nicely in the weird corner were all that was needed to give this small space new life!
On the wall to the left of the appliances, we hung some large-format DIY art and a floating shelf. I also made a DIY laundry bag from a plain white hanging hamper and a simple homemade decal.
Check out the full post for tips and tricks for making a small laundry room makeover work for you. And for even more ideas on how to have a cute and coordinated, tiny but functional laundry space, see if any of my other laundry room DIY ideas might work for your space too!
Classic Cottage Laundry Room
I’m so excited to share my parents’ adorable cottage-style laundry room with you! They worked so hard finishing it off all by themselves, and the space turned out beautifully.
This is the room design mood board for Mom’s Lake House laundry room when they were just getting started. They did a great job of staying true to the original vision. I’m so in love with how it turned out! Mom and Dad made a DIY hutch to store linens using pre-made cabinetry, crown moulding, and some project board they found at the local hardware store. Handmade wooden shelves add character to the inexpensive off-white cabinets.
Small Entry Makeover with a DIY Mudroom Storage Bench
Looking to transform a compact space into a functional and cheerful mudroom? In our Little Lake House, we tackled a narrow entryway that doubled as a laundry area, complete with a washer, dryer, and utility closet.
We created an open storage nook, added shiplap and crown moulding to the ceiling, and installed plain white shaker cabinets for clean, functional storage. A DIY mudroom bench crafted from an IKEA HEMNES TV stand and a structured hook wall with bead board panelling gave us both storage and style. Finally, we added extra warmth and personality to the space with bright and cheerful yellow and green paint. Check out the full post to see how you can maximize functionality and charm in a small area by using simple, thoughtful design ideas!
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A Vintage-Inspired Red & Aqua Laundry Room
This small but mighty vintage inspired red and aqua laundry room makeover didn’t cost us much at all. Inspiration struck when I found a giant pegboard, and then I purchased a few pegboard accessories online. The rest of the transformation happened because of a lot of elbow grease and a tonne of DIY.
This small laundry room makeover happened because the room functioned just fine, but it was plain and bare. Plus, I really needed more storage space and a better place to fold our clean clothes.
The pegboard is the real star of this show! I had originally planned for it to measure 6 x 6 feet. It comes in 8-foot-long sheets, so Sean convinced me to make it 8 feet high instead. I’m really glad I listened and maximized the vertical space! I don’t need to worry about reaching the high spots, either—I hung art up there, along with my mop, broom, and ironing board. It works perfectly!
Pegboard storage
Now let’s talk about pegboard storage. I found pegboard baskets on Amazon. They’re great for holding my iron and some pretty decor! I also made a small shelf by cutting and staining a 1″ x 4″ piece of pine, and some inexpensive metal buckets hang below. I’m using all of the buckets and baskets to collect loose change and hold laundry supplies.
To make the space pretty, I found vintage artwork online, framed it, and hung the frames from the pegboard with hooks. Underneath the art is an old drying rack I stained ebony. It’s still functional, and it pulls out while hanging from the pegboard. I even hung an ironing board and antique washboard I found at our local antique store!
The cafe curtains are a DIY. They were so easy to make! I’m just thrilled with how much some DIY and a small budget accomplished in our laundry room. I hope you are able to take home some tips and ideas for your own laundry room or utility space that won’t cost much but will make your home more functional.
Laundry Room DIY & Decor Ideas on a Budget!
Sometimes, all it takes is a small change to make a big impact. If you’re in the mood for new art or a quick DIY to tweak your laundry room mood, see if any of these ideas spark your creativity!
Vintage Industrial Laundry Room Sign
Download this vintage industrial inspired laundry room sign for free, and get it printed in a large format for only a few dollars! I designed the sign in Photoshop, and then printed it for only $3 CDN! How? I sent it to my local Staples and had it printed in black & white as an “Engineering Print”, which is a 24″ x 36″ grayscale print on plain paper. This is a great hack if you want some oversized black & white art on a budget. You’re welcome!
Make a Laundry Room Countertop From an Old Door
One of my favourite projects: a DIY countertop made from an oopsie door! I needed something sturdy over our washer and dryer that could double as a folding station and support laundry baskets, but it had to be budget-friendly. We had a stack of wrongly ordered doors left over from building our DIY House, and one of them turned out to be the perfect fit. Come see how we transformed it step-by-step—it’s a fun and functional laundry room DIY!
Getting Organized
At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter how many pretty accent walls, smart cabinetry pieces, or handy floating shelves you install—if your laundry room doesn’t stay organized, it won’t function well. Once you’ve achieved the room design you love, here are 5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Laundry Room Safe and Organized.
Whether you’re working in a garage, a mudroom laundry room, or a tucked-away closet, maximizing your available use of space with creative solutions can turn laundry from a dreaded chore into a (somewhat) pleasant experience. Bonus points if you add a sliding door, pocket door, or even barn doors for a little extra style!
Tag me @cozydiyhome on Instagram to show me your own laundry room makeovers. I can’t wait to see what you create!
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