A well-planned laundry room – the secret to everyday harmony

Do you ever feel that the laundry room is where everything seems to land – from dirty clothes and freshly washed garments to detergents and everyday essentials? With a bit of planning and the right solutions, this space can turn into a calm and organised hub that makes daily routines flow with ease for the whole household.

For many households, the laundry room plays a quiet yet central role in daily life. It’s where clothes pile up, get sorted and return fresh again – and how well the space works can make a big difference to the everyday flow at home.

We asked Frida Swanson, our storage expert, to share four practical tips for creating a laundry room that not only works today but adapts to keep daily life running smoothly in the years ahead.

Create a dedicated work surface
A practical laundry room is not only about machines. Having a surface where you can fold, sort and organise clothes brings both calm and structure. Freshly dried clothes can be folded straight away, and a sorting spot helps everything stay in its place rather than wandering off into other rooms.

Choose smart solutions for your space
Whether your laundry area is a separate room, part of the bathroom or just a small corner, there are clever ways to make it work beautifully. Wall-mounted storage keeps the floor free and makes tidying up easier. Mesh and wire baskets are perfect for towels, sportswear and everyday garments. Pull-out baskets make it simple to sort laundry by colours or wash temperatures – and easy enough for the whole family to join in.

Make the most of every inch
Even smaller laundry rooms can feel spacious when every centimetre is put to good use. Pull-out baskets or laundry hampers under a worktop create structure, while shelves above the machines are ideal for detergents, cleaning products or an iron. Drying racks that fold away when not needed free up extra space, and the back of the door can be transformed into storage for cleaning essentials or smaller items.

Plan with the future in mind
Life changes – families grow, activities increase, and everyday routines evolve. A flexible storage system means your laundry room can grow and adapt too, meeting new needs without losing its sense of order.

A well-planned laundry room is more than a place to wash clothes – it’s a space that supports everyday life and creates a sense of ease at home. With the right solutions, the laundry becomes less of a task and more of a flow, leaving more room for the moments that truly matter.

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