Laundry Room + Mudroom Refresh
The laundry room connects directly to a built-in mudroom with bench, wood-paneled back wall, and upper cabinets. Good bones — needs a style update to match the rest of the house.
Current Photos
Quick Wins
- ▸Replace the dated pink valance with a clean linen roman shade or roller blind
- ▸Swap red plastic mudroom hooks for matte black or brass hooks to match kitchen faucet
- ▸Update cabinet hardware to matte black to tie into kitchen
- ▸Add a cushion to the mudroom bench seat
- ▸Add a framed print or wallpaper panel to give the room a personality
- ▸Paint the walls — current sage/beige is very builder-grade
Weekend Projects
- ▸Add a folding/ironing counter over or between the machines
- ▸Install a retractable wall-mounted drying rack
- ▸Add a hanging rod above the machines for air-dry items
- ▸Add a charging station or cubby shelf in the mudroom section
- ▸Replace or paint the mudroom wood panel backing — stain it darker to match the rest of the house's wood tones
- ▸Add under-cabinet lighting over the sink and folding area
Major Projects
- ▸Replace tile floor with luxury vinyl plank or penny tile for a designer laundry look
- ▸Add washer/dryer pedestals with drawers for extra storage + ergonomic height
- ▸Install a barn door or pocket door between laundry and mudroom for a cleaner transition
- ▸Extend the upper mudroom cabinets to floor-to-ceiling locker-style for each family member
- ▸Add bold botanical wallpaper (same vibe as library) to one wall — laundry rooms are having a moment