Why do you need a washer and dryer in a laundry room?
A laundry room with a stacked washer & dryer allows more room for countertop and cabinet storage. Adding to or remodeling your countertop space is a great way to maximize the functionality of your laundry room.
What to do with risers in laundry room?
Consider ordering the risers or having risers built from cabinetry components. A shelf above can provide linen storage or cleaning supply storage. These are just a few of the many options available to you as part of a laundry room remodel.
What kind of countertop to use in laundry room?
Adding to or remodeling your countertop space is a great way to maximize the functionality of your laundry room. For this area of the home, go for a durable countertop surface, such as quartz, that can withstand frequent use as well as detergent and bleach spills.
How many homes have a separate laundry room?
According to a National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) consumer preference survey, 95 percent of new homeowners request a separate laundry room. And, 61 percent of laundry rooms are being built on upper levels rather than first floors or basements.
What should be the specifications for a laundry room?
Of course, your plumber and electrician will have specifications for the water, electrical, and gas lines to keep your laundry room up to code in your area. Always use the right type of electrical connections and never use an extension cord.
What are the pros and cons of second floor laundry rooms?
As with open shelving in the kitchen, second floor laundry rooms seem to divide people squarely into one of two camps – those who love it and those who are adamantly against it.
Why does the laundry industry cost so much money?
Resources cost money—this isn’t a new phenomenon. The laundry industry is finding new ways to reduce the number of resources needed per load of laundry, specifically those that can be detrimental to both the linens and the environment, like the chemicals in detergent.
