Complete Guide: How to Organise Your Laundry Room Storage

The laundry room is often an overlooked space, yet it deserves thoughtful organisation to optimise space and make household chores easier. Whether you have a small corner or a large room, this comprehensive guide offers tailored storage solutions, from furniture to accessories, including layout tips. Discover how to transform your laundry room into a functional and pleasant space, thanks to expert advice and a selection of essential products.

Different Types of Laundry Room Storage

Standard Storage Furniture

Ready-to-assemble laundry room furniture is popular for its value for money. You'll find ranges at IKEA, Leroy Merlin, or Brico Dépôt, with models designed for washing machines and tumble dryers. These units often offer shelves, drawers, and doors to hide laundry and supplies.

Laundry Columns

Laundry columns are ideal for optimising ceiling height. They typically combine space for the washing machine and dryer, topped with storage. Some columns are custom-made, others standard like the IKEA or Amazon models.

Custom-Made Furniture

For a perfect fit, custom-made furniture is the solution. It allows you to use every nook and choose materials (wood, laminate, metal). It's a higher investment but guarantees a laundry room perfectly tailored to your needs.

Budget-Friendly Solutions

For cheap laundry room storage, go for wall shelves, wicker baskets, hooks, and hanging rails. IKEA furniture and Brico Dépôt offers are economical. You can also repurpose existing furniture like a sideboard or chest of drawers.

How to Choose Your Laundry Room Furniture: Essential Criteria

Dimensions and Available Space

Measure the space where you plan to install the furniture carefully. Consider width, depth, and height, as well as clearance needed to open the washing machine door. A laundry room storage unit should fit without obstructing movement.

Materials and Moisture Resistance

The laundry room is a humid space: opt for materials like laminate, melamine, or metal. Avoid untreated solid wood. Lacquered or thermally fused finishes are easy to clean.

Functionality and Modularity

Choose furniture with adjustable shelves, deep drawers, and pull-out baskets. Modular models allow you to add elements over time. A laundry unit for washing machine & dryer should have a sturdy worktop for folding laundry.

Budget

Prices vary: expect €50-150 for entry-level (IKEA, Brico Dépôt), €200-500 for mid-range (Leroy Merlin, Amazon), and over €1000 for custom-made. Value for money is often good at IKEA.

Comparison Table of Storage Solutions

Mistakes to Avoid When Setting Up a Laundry Room

Neglecting Lighting

Insufficient lighting makes tasks difficult. Install LED spots or a pendant light above the worktop. Consider ambient lighting.

Forgetting Work Zones

Plan a worktop for folding laundry, ideally at hip height. An integrated ironing space is a plus.

Underestimating Storage Needs

Anticipate the volume of laundry and supplies. Add vertical storage and drawers. A laundry column can double capacity.

Choosing Unsuitable Materials

Untreated wood swells with humidity. Prefer water-resistant materials. Check finishes.

Ignoring Ventilation

Good ventilation prevents mould and bad odours. Install a mechanical ventilation system or a window. Leave a gap between furniture and wall.

Maintenance and Usage Tips

Cleaning Furniture

Wipe regularly with a damp cloth and mild soap. Avoid abrasive products. For stubborn stains, use diluted white vinegar.

Organising Laundry

Use baskets to sort laundry by colour or type. Label bins. Store cleaning products in airtight boxes.

Optimising Space

Install hooks for brooms and ironing board. Use transparent storage boxes. Consider corner shelves.

Layout Ideas for a Functional Laundry Room

IKEA Laundry: Scandinavian Style

The IKEA laundry range offers modular furniture like the KALLAX or STUVA system. Combine cabinets with worktop and wall shelves. Add DRÖNA baskets for storage.

Leroy Merlin Laundry: Custom-Made

At Leroy Merlin, you'll find laundry room furniture in kit form or made to order. Their 3D design service lets you visualise the layout. Opt for white lacquered doors to visually enlarge the space.

Brico Dépôt Laundry: Budget-Friendly

For cheap laundry room storage, Brico Dépôt offers particle board furniture. Complement with metal shelves and adhesive hooks.

Amazon Laundry: Wide Choice

On Amazon.co.uk, the Laundry Room Furniture category offers various brands. Read reviews to choose a sturdy model. Prefer sellers with warranty.

Laundry Room Essentials

Furniture for Washing Machine and Dryer

A custom or standard unit allows stacking or placing appliances side by side. Ensure it supports weight and vibrations. Models with built-in drawer are practical.

Worktop

A sturdy worktop (laminate, quartz) is essential for folding laundry. It can be integrated into the furniture or separate.

Wall Storage

Shelves, cabinets, hooks: use the walls. Hanging rails are ideal for hangers. Wall baskets store small accessories.

Sorting Baskets and Bins

Have at least three baskets: white, coloured, delicate. Wheeled laundry baskets make transport easier. Wicker or plastic bins fit inside furniture.

Conclusion

Organising your laundry room storage is achievable for everyone thanks to a multitude of solutions suited to every budget and space. Whether you choose standard furniture from IKEA, Leroy Merlin, or Brico Dépôt, or opt for custom-made, the key is to plan according to your needs. Don't forget accessories and maintenance to preserve your layout. Discover our selection of products for a perfectly organised laundry room, combining aesthetics and functionality.