Laundry room transformation
lynnstant
2 years ago
Featured Answer
Comments (15)
K R
2 years agoRelated Discussions
will my new first floor laundry room have a "laundry " smell?
Comments (9)the basement laundry smell might have more to do with insufficient air movement ..... every basement i was ever acquainted with... lacked a cold air return at floor level ... so the furnace never really moved air down low .... leading to that wonderful basement scent ... maybe its just a MI thing ... but i am thinking upstairs.... you just arnet going to be dealing with that kind of dead air ... also.. if it does start bugging you ... something like a bathroom exhaust fan would be simple to install in the ceiling... unless you have a second floor ... also ... the dryer will be sucking air outside.. and it has to come from somewhere ... so it will probably exchange the air also ... one thought for sure.. i wouldnt close the door to the cubby while doing laundry .... good luck ken...See MoreLaundry room design (x-post with Laundry forum)
Comments (2)I posted some ideas for you over on your original post....See MoreGlam laundry room versus laundry/bath, which would you choose?
Comments (31)enduring, thanks, you bring up a lot of good points. i noticed in my existing laundry room that the tiles are all loose. i had assumed it was just because it is old and in need of a refresh, but wonder now if this is an indication of a poorly located washer? i also see that the dryer vents out onto the roof (a lot of old lint here). i didn't know there were ventless dryers! i will have to read up on those. thank you! Jan, initially i didn't think I should do the laundry in the smaller bath since that bath is small as it is. but the exterior wall of that bath is on my deck, which would be much better to clean out the dryer vents that way. so your and hemina's suggestion of moving it to the other bath is warming up to me. i agree with you regarding the attic not being worth tapping into. Laura, thanks for those suggestions. I do think we need a second bath and do feel it will add value. i also am thinking about having the upstairs laundry be a secondary unit stowed away somewhere, and putting the main laundry in my mudroom, since it is closer to where I am most of the day. perhaps a laundry chute would be a fun and useful item to add. i need to work on the location and concept of how i do laundry a bit more, think through all of my home's issues too. thank you so much everyone. it has been such helpful feedback!...See MoreLaundry room vs laundry closet
Comments (31)@Jack D - Yes, like that, but can you move the W/D to the opposite wall that it is currently on and reframe the doorway closer to the "new bedroom" (might need a pocket door to laundry) perhaps shrink the laundry room a foot or whatever you can get making a bit more room for the closet system? I don't like the open closet system as I prefer the ones with doors. As a designer and a realtor, even though the room is small, you still have the extra room. I've got 5 bedrooms in my home and one of them is only 10 x 10. I've got a twin bed in there as well as a dresser. It's my sister's favorite room to stay in when she visits. https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/pax-wardrobe-white-bergsbo-white-s19127297/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAkePyBRCEARIsAMy5ScuNAD-dsyPBUR5RMtwyJY550Nz6nsSDgCNi8biKdAOBwSi8dWbarqoaAr-8EALw_wcB...See More
kculbers
2 years ago
davitma
2 years agoKendrah
2 years agostars26
2 years agoAnne Duke
2 years agomxk3 z5b_MI
2 years agokodiac23
2 years ago
PROOTM Designs & Remodeling Inc.
2 years ago
bpath
2 years ago
PROPRM Custom Builders
2 years ago
Barb Chamberlain
2 years agolynnstant
2 years ago
PROEvolution Group
2 years ago
Related Stories
HOUZZ TOURSHouzz Tour: Thrifty TLC Transforms a Beach Bungalow
A California architect finds ‘the perfect mix of potential and a dump,’ and gets right to work
Full Story
KITCHEN DESIGNDIY Spirit and $8,700 Transform a Townhouse Kitchen
The Spanos taught themselves some remodeling tricks, created a Houzz ideabook and then got to work on their kitchen makeover
Full Story
CURB APPEAL8 Amazing Home Exterior Transformations
Witness the facelifts, paint jobs and other changes that turned these homes from drab to fab
Full Story
HOUZZ TOURSMy Houzz: Ingenuity and Joy Transform an Oregon Farmhouse
A hardworking couple turn an 1800s farmhouse into a welcoming family homestead with original art and DIY touches
Full Story
SMALL HOMESHouzz Tour: Lofty Ambitions Transform a Manhattan Apartment
Thanks to a loft bed and clever features, this home’s compact footprint doesn’t cramp the owner’s style
Full Story
STUDIOS AND WORKSHOPSRoom of the Day: Garage Is Transformed Into a Dreamy Studio
An eclectic mix of old and new creates an inspiring, distraction-free space for writing
Full Story
ECLECTIC STYLERoom of the Day: Rustic and Reclaimed Elements Transform a Chicago Loft
Streamlined furnishings mix with vintage finds for a modern, comfortable feel
Full Story
KIDS’ SPACESSingle Design Moves That Can Transform a Child’s Room
Your children are unique and special. Why not give them a room to match?
Full Story
BEFORE AND AFTERSSee a DIY Powder Room Transformation for $1,100
Determination, DIY skill and a stunning tile feature wall helped make this formerly dark and gloomy powder room feel spacious
Full Story
BEFORE AND AFTERS15 Dramatic Fireplace Transformations
Tired of your old fireplace? Get inspired by these before-and-after photos for living room style all year
Full Story
territheresa