Introduction
If doing the laundry is your least favorite chore, a disorganized laundry room would only make you dread it even more. But then again, who wouldn't be overwhelmed by piles of dirty clothes and misplaced supplies?
A cluttered laundry room can make laundry day more challenging and time-consuming than it is. The good news is a little bit of laundry room organization can fix this.
You don't necessarily have to invest in fancy shelving and storage systems to keep your laundry room tidy. Sometimes, all it takes is a bit of creativity and making use of what you already have. Let's look at some laundry room ideas to make the space more functional and organized.
14 Laundry Room Organization Ideas & Tips
We understand that not all laundry room organization tips will apply to everyone. However, you can pick and choose the ideas that best suit your needs and budget.
Use Your Wall Space
A lot of people overlook the utility of vertical space. Installing cabinets on the walls can create extra laundry room storage for supplies and detergents. You can also use wall-mounted drying racks for small items that can't be put in the dryer.
An idea we like is using pegboards to organize your laundry room. You can hang containers, baskets, and hooks on the pegboard to store various items.
Or, you may install a whiteboard or chalkboard on the wall. Jot down your laundry schedule here. If you're teaching your kids how to do the laundry, you can write the washing machine cycles and water temperature requirements for different fabrics here.
Install a Laundry Sorter
You can buy one online or make it yourself with two or three different-colored (or labeled) bins. You want to create separate bins for clean and dirty clothes. The third bin or laundry hamper can be for delicates or hand wash-only items.
What does this do? It saves you the time you'd otherwise spend on laundry sorting.
Set Up a Folding Station
We're all guilty of leaving our clean clothes in the laundry basket or having them pile up on a chair. A mini folding station in the laundry room can ensure our clothes make it to the closet in time.
The folding table doesn't have to be super fancy. You can just use a small, sturdy table or a shelf. Keep your folding tools nearby (clothespins, hangers, etc.) to make the process more efficient.
Have a Hanging Space
You can either install a drying rack or a clothesline in your laundry room, depending on the space available. Go for a space-saving drying rack design or a retractable clothesline to leave enough space in your laundry room to walk around.
Label Everything
Trust us; it's not excessive. Label the containers for everything, like clothespins, laundry pods, and stain removers.
Labeling everything does two things. First, it makes it easy for everyone in the house to find the laundry supply they need. Second, everyone knows where to put these items back after use. It ultimately prevents any further disorganization.
Use Bins and Baskets
A couple of pretty bins and baskets will not only bring some aesthetic to your laundry room but also help you organize your laundry.
For instance, you can designate a basket for socks, another for underwear, another for gym clothes, and so on.
Install Floating Shelves
If you don't have enough space in your laundry room for a cabinet, consider installing floating shelves. These are perfect for storing items like detergent, bleach, fabric softener, etc. A wall-mounted low shelf also provides additional space to fold clothes.
Place a Lint Bin
Don't make the mistake of leaving a used dryer sheet or lint on top of your dryer. Instead, get a small bin to collect them in one place.
You can even repurpose an old container or basket for this purpose. Just make sure to empty it regularly to avoid potential fire hazards. Also, keep the link bin next to the dryer.
Keep a Basket for Lost Socks
We all have lonely socks that somehow never find their lost match. Keep a basket or a mesh bag in your laundry room for these lost socks.
When their match eventually turns up, you'll know exactly where to put it.
Install Cubbies
If you're a large family with children, this idea is for you. You don't want your football-playing child's muddy clothes to mix with your silk blouse, do you?
Install cubbies or a locker system in your laundry room to keep everyone's dirty clothes separate. Assign a cubbie to each family member. You can then wash everyone's clothes separately, or they can do their laundry.
Get a Rolling Laundry Cart
You don't have to get one, but if you have a lot of laundry, this cart can be helpful. What do you use it for? To take the clothes from the washer to the dryer. That means you won't have to make multiple trips back and forth.
On the one hand, it saves your time and energy. On the other hand, it ensures you don't wet the floor carrying dripping clothes from the washer.
Depending on the type of laundry cart you get, it might have additional compartments. You can even store fabric softener or dryer sheets here.
Keeps Canvas Bags for Dry Cleaning
Some clothes just shouldn't go in the washer. That expensive coat you got last winter is a good example. These clothes need to be dry cleaned.
You could either throw them in the laundry bag or the hamper and wait until you get the chance to take them to the dry cleaners. Or, you can keep a canvas bag specifically for dry cleaning in your laundry room.
It will keep your to-be-dry-cleaned clothes separate from the rest of your laundry and prevent them from getting mixed up or forgotten about.
Use the Door as a Storage
If you have a small laundry room, you might not have enough space for extra shelves or cabinets. In this case, use the back of your laundry room door as storage space.
Here are a few ideas:
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Hooks and Hangers: Install hooks at the back of the door. You can hang your clothes here to air-dry or store your laundry bags.
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Shoe Organizer: Hang a shoe organizer over the door to hold cleaning supplies. You can also use it to store small items like socks and underwear.
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Hanging Rack: Buy a hanging rack that can be mounted on the door. Use it to store your laundry supplies.
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Ironing Board: If there's not enough horizontal space in your laundry room for an ironing board, consider hanging it on the door. You can just take the ironing board off and set it up whenever you need it.
Keep Your Laundry Room Organized
Organizing your laundry room isn't a one-time job; it's an ongoing process. Here are a few tips to help you keep your laundry room organized:
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Declutter Regularly: One day, your laundry room looks spick and span. A month later, it's cluttered with laundry supplies and clothes. You can avoid this by decluttering your laundry room regularly. Throw away empty laundry detergent bottles and organize scattered items.
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Empty the Lint Bin: Don't forget to empty the lint bin. Do it once a month to prevent it from overflowing and creating a mess.
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Refill Supplies: List frequently used laundry supplies and refill them when necessary.
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Update the Board: If you use the whiteboard in your laundry room to track chores, update your laundry schedule on it regularly.
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Clean the Machines: Wipe down the machines at least once a month. Also, vacuum the area around the machines to avoid dust buildup.
Rinse: Streamlining Laundry for Small Spaces and Busy Lives
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There's another piece of good news. We wash your clothes separately in a washing machine, where we separate them by color before every load. We pair your socks, too, so you don't have to worry about any lone ones anymore. Schedule a one-time pickup or choose from one of our laundry plans for recurring services.
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