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Supercharge Your Cleaning: How to Create An Incredibly Efficient Laundry Room

Posted on: October 3, 2013

According to the Daily Mail, the average mother spends five months of her life doing laundry. Since laundry is one of those things that just has to get done, a lot of people actually dread it. However, even though there are plenty of activities that are more fun than doing laundry, that doesn't mean it has to be a hassle or a burden. Instead, one of the most common reasons people have such a negative view of laundry is because the room where they do it isn't set up properly.

Just like a small kitchen can make cooking an unpleasant task, trying to wash and dry clothes in a less than ideal laundry room is going to make the experience quite a hassle. Although that's bad news for people who aren't moving in the near future or haven't found a home that has the type of laundry room they want, the good news if is you're planning to build a custom home or are already in the process of having one built, you can design your laundry room exactly how you want.

Because this is a room that many people just take for granted, it's easy to overlook key details that can make it far more appealing. That's why we're going to cover every useful addition you can make to a laundry room right now:

Cabinets

Of all laundry room features, this is the one that can make it truly efficient and easy to use. By adding plenty of cabinet space to your custom laundry room, you'll be able to store all your supplies, as well as have a convenient area to put any other cleaning or laundry items you want to have within reach.

Hanging Racks

Having multiple bars and/or racks in your laundry room will make it easy to air dry items that are too fragile for the dryer, as well as easily hang up freshly dried clothes so they don't get wrinkled.

Utility Sink

Some items are either too delicate or large to be washed by a machine. That's why it's very helpful to have a convenient spot to wash them by hand. This type of sink is also good for rinsing off muddy clothes prior to throwing them in the washer.

The Right Materials

Since water is probably going to get spilled every now and then, it's a good idea to opt for materials like stone floor tiles and concrete counters that are both easy to clean and quite durable.

Additional Functionality

Depending on how your home is laid out, you may want to incorporate other uses into this space as well. For example, if it's where your family enters from the garage, you can create a small area where they can put their dirty or sweaty clothes. That will prevent them from tracking dirt throughout your home.

As you can see from the above list, a core component of our approach to building custom homes is to be as detailed and comprehensive as possible. If you'd like to work with that type of company on your custom home, be sure to get in touch with us at your convenience.

ABOUT WILLIAM CULLEN: Owner and President of Cullen Brothers, LLC building custom homes throughout the greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area since 1997. Cullen Brothers take great pride in their work in a way that is equal to that of their clients. It is this level of commitment which sets them apart and is unmatched in the industry. Cullen Brothers are emotionally invested in helping you fulfill your dreams and providing you with a finished project built to the highest standards within the industry. Click Here for a FREE Consultation