Decorating Rooms Laundry Rooms 26 Small Laundry Room Ideas That Maximize Space and Style Make the most of your space with these clever storage strategies and design tricks. By Mary Cornetta Mary Cornetta Mary Cornetta has been in the professional organizing industry for over 5 years. She knew she had a passion for decluttering and organization upon graduating Marist College in 2007, however, pursued it as a hobby instead of a career. All of that changed when Mary founded Sort and Sweet Inc on Long Island in 2017. Since then, she has worked hands-on and virtually with hundreds of clients to clear their clutter and create functional systems in their homes and offices. Mary runs the Sort and Sweet social media accounts, creating content and writing captions with organizing tips and inspiration for more than 12,000 followers. Recently relocated to Savannah, she continues to own and operate the business with the help of a talented team. Mary has been a weekly contributing writer for House Digest and has been interviewed as an expert by Martha Stewart Living, Real Simple, and Health magazines. She is the owner of the blog, Organized Overall, in which she details how she creates organization in her home. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on August 31, 2023 Close Photo: Hector Sanchez Regardless of its size, having a laundry room in the house is a luxury. Being able to toss in loads of clothes between work calls or immediately after a messy, muddy game is no doubt a convenience. But if your washer and dryer are squeezed into a small space, it can pose some challenges when it comes to getting the chore done efficiently and keeping supplies organized. With the right organizational tools, however, it’s totally possible to create an effective and tidy laundry room. From implementing smart storage solutions to choosing the right appliances for the layout, the possibilities are endless. Browse through the following small laundry room ideas to gain inspiration for your own space. BHG Editors' Favorite Finds: Laundry Room Essentials 01 of 25 Maximize Vertical Space Tessa Neustadt One of the most effective ways to increase storage in a small space is to use the height of it as much as possible. In this laundry room, not only are the washer and dryer stacked on top of one another, the cabinets reach to the ceiling so that not an inch is wasted. 8 Small Laundry Room Storage Ideas That Make the Most of a Tight Space 02 of 25 One-Wall Laundry Room Hector Sanchez This small laundry room packs storage and personality into a one-wall solution. Butcher block forms a DIY countertop and open shelves above the front-loading washer and dryer. A narrow rolling unit sneaks extra storage alongside one machine. Penny tiles spell out a fun message on the floor, while sage green paint adds a splash of color to the ceiling. 03 of 25 Organized Laundry Closet Edmund Barr Convert an underused closet into a laundry room that contains everything you need. Side-by-side appliances maximize the width of the space while an elevated countertop means surface storage for daily essentials and a place to tuck away baskets for clean items underneath. An alternative to bulky laundry baskets, woven bins, which slide on top of the washer and dryer, hold stacks of clean clothes ready to put away. A set of upper cabinets keeps the visual clutter of lesser-used supplies hidden away and a simple hanging rod lets clothes hang dry without being overly obtrusive. Wallpaper wraps the small space in subtle pattern. 26 Small Laundry Room Ideas That Maximize Space and Style 04 of 25 Mudroom Laundry Room Adam Albright If you don't have space for both a laundry room and a mudroom, combine the most important features of the two and create a multifunctional space. Wherever the proper hookups are available in the house, choose that spot to set up a small laundry room complete with a utility sink. Keep it simple and streamlined by adding a countertop over the machines for folding clean clothes and a floating shelf for supply storage. 13 Mudroom Laundry Room Ideas That Pull Double Duty 05 of 25 Stack the Washer and Dryer Davi Land As you already know, height matters especially when you’re designing and organizing a small space. Employ a stackable washer and dryer and make sure the cabinets extend from floor to ceiling so that you can squeeze in as much storage as possible and keep the bulk of your things concealed. 06 of 25 Laundry Room Floating Shelves Adam Albright With the right hookups, you can create a laundry room in any space of the house. Keep it simple by placing plywood over the washer and dryer for folding purposes and hanging a set of floating shelves for supply storage. Don’t forget about including cozy decor items and add a wallpapered accent wall to define the area. 28 Stylish Floating Shelf Ideas for Every Space in the Home 07 of 25 Mobile Laundry Room Storage Marty Baldwin A laundry closet can make it difficult to store and grab the supplies you need most often. Consider adding a tiered rolling cart and stock it full of those items so they’re always within hand’s reach. Add a hook to the side so you can attach a small ironing board for quick presses. 18 Creative Storage Ideas for Small Spaces to Get Organized 08 of 25 Small Laundry Room Countertops Christina Schmidhofer Front-loading appliances neatly tuck under a set of windows in this small laundry room. A waterfall wood countertop creates space for folding clothes and a landing spot for laundry baskets. Closed cabinet space provides hidden storage for detergents, stain removers, and more. 09 of 25 Hidden Washer and Dryer Kritsada Panichgul A small and oddly shaped room in the house is the perfect place to stash a washer and dryer. Stack them vertically into a tall nook and decorate the rest of the space in a motif so cheerful that you can’t help but smile every time you walk in to complete the chore. The 6 Best Stackable Washer and Dryer Sets of 2024, According to Testing 10 of 25 Combined Bathroom and Laundry Room Laurie Black A separate laundry room is a luxury not every small home has. Here, laundry facilities are conveniently incorporated into a first-floor bathroom. Stacking the washer and dryer saves space, while open shelves keep both toiletries and laundry products within easy reach. 11 of 25 Converted Closet Laundry Room Marty Baldwin This small laundry room fits all the essentials inside a standard 6-foot-wide closet. Front-loading machines are topped with a butcher-block countertop and nestled next to a two-drawer hamper. Above, a drying rack and open shelves put the walls to work. Barn doors easily slide closed when the work is done. 12 of 25 Mount the Ironing Board Laura Moss Full-sized ironing boards are clunky and take up entirely too much space, especially in a small laundry room. If you frequently need to iron clothes, however, try this trick that solves the problem. Carve out a shallow recess into an open wall, mount the board horizontally inside it, and attach a cabinet door. Now, it takes up virtually no space yet it’s always available for use. The 3 Best Ironing Boards of 2024, According to Testing 13 of 25 Use Portable Storage Rachel McGinn If a hideaway ironing station isn’t an option, simply lean the board against a narrow bit of blank wall in the laundry room so it’s out of the way but still accessible. Hampers on wheels can be rolled and tucked into tight corners so you have plenty of room to wash, dry, and fold. The 11 Best Laundry Baskets and Hampers, According to Testing 14 of 25 Sunroom Laundry Area Adam Albright A sliver of space is all that’s needed to create a laundry area in this bright sunroom. Elevated appliances protect the fun flooring, a basic surface and wall-mounted shelves add storage, and uniquely patterned wallpaper plus painted prints give the corner a creative flair that just might make doing laundry an enjoyable experience. 15 of 25 Double Up Appliances Chad R. Mellon Have endless piles of laundry to do but only a narrow room to work with? Take advantage of a long wall by putting in not one, but two, washers and dryers. You’ll be able to knock out multiple loads in less time and maximize an otherwise awkwardly shaped space. The 6 Best Washer/Dryer Sets of 2024, According to Our Testing 16 of 25 Sneaky Storage Laundry Room Ellie Lillstrom If you’re in the market for a new washer and dryer, many front-loading models are now being designed with storage drawers underneath them. Not only do these heightened machines alleviate strain on your back by reducing bending, they also make use of vertical space. Use the drawers to store bulk and backstock laundry or cleaning supplies such as detergent refills or paper towel rolls. Front-Load vs. Top-Load Washers: How to Choose the Right One for Your Home 17 of 25 Keep it Cohesive Adam Albright A small laundry room can still look and feel organized even if storage space is limited. Stick with coordinating storage baskets and labels to sort your supplies on shelves and the countertop. Use the highest shelf for both function and aesthetics by displaying occasionally used items, like a collection of vases. 20 Smart Ways to Organize with Baskets for a Less Cluttered Home 18 of 25 Laundry Room Command Center Edmund Barr If the laundry room is the busiest hub of your home, consider combining it with the family command center—especially if it’s located in a high-traffic area. A simple blackboard for writing memos and reminders placed on the side of the cabinet lets everyone know important info as they simultaneously toss their dirty clothes into a nearby hamper. 19 of 25 Small Laundry Room Closet Julie Soefer In this cleverly designed loft, the laundry area fits into a narrow closet next to the pantry. A stacked washer-and-dryer combo maximizes function within the tight footprint. Open storage compartments around the machines provide areas for hanging clothes, storing laundry products, and stashing extra towels. The 5 Best Top-Load Washing Machines of 2024, According to Testing 20 of 25 Efficient Laundry Room Werner Straube A wall of floating shelves helps this small laundry room live large. Above the washer and dryer, three deep shelves hold a variety of laundry and cleaning supplies, neatly organized with baskets and bins. A granite countertop provides a convenient folding station and extra space for frequently used items. 21 of 25 Small Laundry Room Design Annie Schlechter A small laundry room is the perfect spot to make a bold statement. Bright green floral wallpaper takes this lower-level laundry area from utilitarian to bright and cheerful. Checkerboard floors and elegant accessories further personalize the space. 22 of 25 Hallway Laundry Corner Brian Mc Weeney You can design a fully loaded laundry room in unlikely places, such as in a small pass-through hallway in between living areas. Hang upper cabinets above front loading machines and squeeze a tall, narrow bookcase to one side for storage of supplies and clean linens. 19 Laundry Room Cabinet Ideas for Stylish Organizing 23 of 25 Hidden Laundry Room Paul Dyer Fit a makeshift laundry room into a collection of cabinets, such as those in a kitchen, to hide these hardworking appliances in plain sight. The doors to this laundry area open and slide back into the cabinet so they don't impede traffic flow. Open space above the washer and dryer provides a spot to stash laundry baskets, and upper shelves stow cleaning supplies. 24 of 25 Small Laundry Room Storage Lauren Rubinstein Vertical storage makes smart use of the area above the appliances in this small laundry room. A combination of open shelves and closed cabinets hold extra supplies, lost items, knick-knacks, and more. Framed art and a wallpapered accent wall personalize the hardworking space. 25 of 25 Clever Laundry Room Storage James Nathan Schroder When dedicating an entire room to laundry isn’t an option, you can conceal appliances in a hallway. They’re still easily accessible and yet out of the way thanks to a simple close of a curtain. Use overhead built-in cabinets to stow away supplies or extra linens that you use occasionally in nearby rooms. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit