Set up a laundry room: Helpful tips and ideas for a practical utility room!

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The laundry room – is it still there? For those of us who live in a larger apartment or house, then yes. However, it is about much more than choosing the right washing machine or dryer. To make our lives and everyday housework easier, it is important to know how to set up the laundry room. Which soil is best suited for this? How do we create more storage space and what furniture do we need? To help you get the most out of the space you have, we will explain in our article what you should pay attention to when setting up the utility room.

Measure the room

Before you set up the laundry room and get a new washing machine, you should first know exactly how much space you have available. Is it a separate room or just a small corner somewhere in the apartment? The most important thing is that the cabinet doors and the appliances don't get in the way. Incorporate oneWashing machine cabinet, which brings both machines to a back-friendly height. This means you can use the space above and below the machine for more storage space. If a tumble dryer doesn't fit in the laundry room, it would make sense to create space for a laundry hanger. You can install these on both the wall and the ceiling. However, if the laundry room is narrow and long, it is also important to choose the right washing machine dryer cabinet so that you can make optimal use of the space and create additional storage space.

Set up a laundry room with the right furniture

Yes, we know – every household is different and logically has different requirements. But there are still some basics that are a must for every well-equipped laundry room. Cleaning products, detergents, clothespins, etc. lying around can quickly make the room appear untidy. To avoid this, invest in a practical shelving system where you can store all the stuff. If you are short on space, a suitable washing machine cabinet can be a big help. It is particularly important that you pay attention to the high quality and stable construction. But how big should the closet be?Using the online configuratorFrom Waschturm.de you can put together your own washing machine cabinet according to your individual needs. You can raise your washing machine and dryer to a back-friendly height or place them on top of each other to save space. Thanks to the various top and tall cabinets, you can use the available space effectively and create plenty of storage space.

If there is enough space, also integrate a cabinet for a sink. Whether for emptying the tumble dryer tank, soaking stained clothes or simply washing your hands - a sink is undoubtedly always an ideal household helper. Just because youset up the laundry room, that doesn't mean you have to go without a few decorations or home accessories. Small wooden laundry baskets or even a small corner stool are practical and bring a breath of fresh air into the otherwise “boring” laundry room. Or how about a few decorative plants or pretty detergent containers as a small but nice decoration for the laundry room?

Which Laundry Room Flooring Should You Choose?

If you want to set up the laundry room and enjoy it for a long time, you shouldn't underestimate the importance of choosing the right floor. Just like the kitchen and the bathroom, the laundry room is one of the wet rooms in the house. It is particularly important that the soil can tolerate moisture and water. Parquet or wood are possible, but then we recommend attaching another MDF board in the place where the cabinet will stand. Linoleum, PVC andTilesOn the other hand, they are robust, easy to clean and withstand moisture perfectly. There are many things to think about when setting up the laundry room. With Waschtum cabinets, planning is quick and easy. The washing machine and dryer are raised to a height that is gentle on the back and stand securely in the cupboard thanks to the patented tilt protection. The cabinets are vibration-absorbing and at the same time provide more storage space. You can leave the entire planning to the experts in the wash tower team. Any room can be transformed into an efficient and beautiful utility room. Get a non-binding offer now. Finally fun when washing!