This spotless all-white laundry room boasts white beadboard wall paneling and white shaker cabinets. A white freezer is placed next to a white washer and dryer tucked under a white counter. Use this space for heavy-duty washing with an oversized farmhouse apron sink fitted into the cabinets.
26 Utility Room Ideas To Make Doing Chores Fun
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Published: September 5, 2023
Updated: November 22, 2023
A utility room is a general use space in a house where appliances and equipment for domestic work are kept. Many of these rooms will function partly as a laundry room, as well as a space to keep a freezer, utility sink, or plenty of storage. Although you may not use this type of room day to day, it is still a room where important chores get done. For that reason, a utility space deserves to be decorated and transformed into a pleasant room to spend time in.
To make doing household chores more fun, decorate the area with wallpaper, stylish décor, patterned backsplashes, or cheeky wall signs. You can also paint your storage cabinets or doors a unique color to give the space personality. When it comes to decorating a utility area, think outside the box to make the room feel as much like home as the rest of your house.
02 of Small Utility Room With White Subway Tile Backsplash
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This small utility room features a white washer fitted next to a blue cabinet topped by a beige countertop. The countertop is accompanied by a wood and black metal shelf mounted above a white subway tile backsplash. Make the counter look more homey with decorative wooden cutting boards, greenery, and a woven basket.
03 of Light Gray Utility Storage Cabinets
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A white subway tile backsplash is laid between these light gray utility storage cabinets with nickel pulls. The cabinets stand on stained wood herringbone pattern flooring against off-white beadboard wall paneling. Keep your essentials nearby with a wood and black metal shelf mounted above nickel towel hooks.
04 of Beige Beadboard Utility Space With Teal Door
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A dark teal door is opened to reveal a neutral beadboard laundry room with a white washer and dryer. The appliances are tucked under a white and gray marble countertop facing black cabinets. Jazz up the space with a different color white door on the other end of the room with a view into a bathroom with vibrant floral wallpaper.
05 of Gray Mud Room Cabinets With Dog House
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These gray cabinets with a white washer are topped by a white countertop. A stainless steel sink built into the counter is paired with a gray beadboard backsplash. Give your dog an adorable home with a built-in dog house under the counter.
06 of Laundry Room With White and Gray Rug
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Walk towards this white washer and dryer set fitted under a light wood counter. A white and gray rug is laid on gray floor tiles in front of the counter. Give the room a Scandinavian feel with light gray shaker cabinets accented by gold knobs.
07 of White and Gray Mosaic Tile Laundry Room Floor
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Have fun doing laundry in this room with white and gray mosaic tile flooring. A white washer and dryer are fitted between black cabinets topped by a white countertop. Complement the cabinets with black and white laundry wall signs.
08 of Laundry Room With Galvanzied Metal Utility Sink
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This green laundry room with white subway tile wainscoting features a white washer and dryer. A galvanized metal utility sink with an antique polished nickel faucet stands in the corner. Dry your clothes on a silver metal drying rod mounted to stacked wooden shelves.
09 of Vintage Utility Sink With Antique Brass Faucet
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This beige shiplap laundry room boasts a vintage white utility sink fitted with an antique brass faucet. Black frame artwork is mounted to the wall under a gold sconce. Make washing your linens enjoyable with a black frame window dressed in a white valance above the sink,
10 of Pale Green Cabinets With Pink Tile Backsplash
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This calming utility room boasts pale green shaker cabinets fitted with a stacked pink vertical tile backsplash. The cabinets are paired with brass knobs and a white and gray marble countertop. Make the space pretty and practical with a white apron sink fitted into the cabinets.
11 of Utility Room With Light Pink Washer and Dryer
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A white apron sink is built into gray cabinets in this utility room with white and gray mosaic tile flooring. The sink is paired with a chrome faucet and white staggered tile backsplash. Make the room prettier with a light pink washer and dryer tucked under a stained wood counter.
12 of Customized Laundry Nook With Herringbone Floor
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A farmhouse laundry nook is built between a black door and white flat front cabinets. A white washer and dryer are topped by a gray countertop paired with a gray subway tile backsplash. Make your home look customized with a light wood herringbone floor and gold handles on the cabinetry.
13 of Laundry Room With Gray Shaker Cabinets
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This large white vertical shiplap utility room boasts light gray shaker cabinets topped by a white countertop. The cabinets face a black washer and dryer arranged under gray cube shelves. Get organized with wicker storage baskets tucked into each shelf.
14 of White and Black Chevron Laundry Feature Wall
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A white washer and dryer are perched under a light wood ledge mounted against a white and black chevron accent wall. A white cabinet is fitted above the ledge next to light wood and black metal shelves. Keep your laundry essentials handy!
15 of Utility Room With Light Gray Flat Front Cabinets
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This pristine utility room boasts light gray flat front cabinets topped by a white and gray terrazzo countertop. A gray sink is built into the counter under a white window frame mirror. Decorate the room for spring with white flowers arranged in white baskets and vases.
16 of Light Gray Butler’s Pantry With Gold Hardware
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The light gray cabinets found in this butler’s pantry are finished with a beige and brown granite countertop. A stainless steel sink is built into the counter under a white window dressed in white blinds. Give the room a touch of luxury with gold cabinet pulls.
17 of Utility Room With Gray Laundry Appliances
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This multifunctional utility room is far from boring thanks to a steel gray washer and dryer fitted under a light wood counter. A stainless steel sink is built into the counter next to a stainless microwave. Create plenty of storage space with off-white cabinets and light wood and black metal shelves.
18 of Light Gray Shaker Laundry Cabinets
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This inviting laundry room features beige shaker cabinets topped by a white countertop. A stainless sink is fitted into the counter in front of a white staggered tile backsplash. Add personality to the room with decor arranged on light wood floating shelves mounted between the cabinets.
19 of Laundry Room Storage With Gray Plastic Buckets
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Wash your clothes in this laundry room with a white washer and dryer separated by a white linen cabinet. A white and black chevron accent wall is fitted behind the appliances. Keep the space organized with gray plastic buckets arranged on stacked black metal wire shelves.
20 of Farmhouse Laundry Nook With Stained Wood Accents
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A white washer and dryer are arranged under stained wood floating shelves in this white shiplap laundry nook. A woven basket is set on a white and black rug in front of the appliances. Give the room a classic farmhouse charm with a stained wood door to match the shelves.
21 of Laundry Room With Saltillo Tile Flooring
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A silver washer and dryer are fitted under gray beadboard cabinets in this utility room. The cabinets are accompanied by an antique stained wood cabinet and table. Give the room country vibes with saltillo tile flooring.
22 of Traditional Stained Wood Laundry Cabinets
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These traditional stained wood cabinets are finished with a gray laminate countertop. The cabinets are styled with greenery, a woven basket, canisters, and wall signs. Dedicate the space to your pet with dog-themed decor arranged around the room.
23 of Laundry Room With Black Herringbone Tile Flooring
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Get your chores done in this laundry room with black herringbone tile flooring and a stained wood door with glass. A white washer and dryer are tucked into an off-white counter. Keep your clutter hidden behind closed doors with white built-in cabinets.
24 of Black Plaid Laundry Room With Green Sideboard
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This black and white plaid laundry room features a white stacked washer and dryer standing next to a black utility sink. The utility sink is set in front of a white subway tile feature wall. Add a pop of color with a green sideboard nestled in the corner.
25 of White Beadboard Laundry Room With Brick Floor
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A white washer and dryer are enclosed under a stained wood counter in this laundry room. A green beadboard cabinet is mounted to a white beadboard wall above the counter. Give the room a rustic charm with a brick floor.
26 of Organic Oasis With Light Wood Door
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This light wood paneled door is a perfect match for a contemporary kitchen space that incorporates natural and organic elements. The wood’s natural grain and texture bring warmth and a sense of earthiness to the light-colored room, while the contemporary kitchen design creates a clean and sophisticated look.
