One welcomed trend in home remodelling projects is that the laundry room is being moved out of the dark depths of an inconspicuous, musty-smelling basement. And up onto the ground floor in a more sanitary environment; in a high visibility area, within close proximity of main activity centers in the home.
Another giant improvement is laundry room design; every bit as attractive and welcoming as the rest of the home’s décor. With as carefully laid out a floor plan as the kitchen and bathroom.
Laundry room design has come of age, and contractors throughout Canada have seen an increase in home renovation projects that include the addition of a laundry room on the ground floor. With requests for laundry room makeovers that rival any other area of the home.
Take the laundry room layout, for instance. Incorporating the same work triangle concept as kitchens for ease of use and peak functionality, washer and dryer placement, laundry sink, laundry room table, and other features are strategically placed.
Enhancing work efficiency, by saving steps and time.
But while room design for practical purposes is of prime importance, laundry room décor is not overlooked.
More attention is put into creating a more attractive, cheery atmosphere in the laundry room than ever before. Making laundry day less drab; creating a more relaxed, content frame of mind.
One feature more and more Canadians are incorporating into their laundry room design is extra space; more necessary than for laundry room purposes alone. Increased floor space will increase the versatility and use of the room. Providing a better return on your remodeling investment.
For instance, one end of the laundry room can be used for sewing, craft making, or other hobbies enjoyed by family members. The nearby laundry sink omits the need to transport paints, glues, or other “messy” supplies through other rooms of the house in order to clean up.
Households with small children might incorporate colorful plastic children’s furniture such as stools, tables, and chairs; so children can play or read within easy reach while laundry is being done. Colorful bins could hold toys, books, and other activities. The lightweight furniture could be moved and stacked in a nearby closet when not in use. Freeing up the space for other purposes, such as ironing, crafts, or small home repairs.
Whether yours is a small laundry room or large, a fold down work table will provide an extra work station at the snap of the fingers.