Everything you need to know to create a laundry at home

Washing, drying, ironing, and storing clothes are tasks we constantly repeat in our home routines. Therefore, setting aside a space in your home to create a laundry area or room isn't a luxury exclusive to large homes, as you might think, but a great idea for improving the organization and efficiency of your home.

At CUBRO, we're going to show you that designing this area in your next renovation will be much easier—and more useful—than you think. Do you want to know what you need to create a laundry room at home and all the benefits it will bring to your home? Take note!

Key elements

Functionality is key to any laundry room, and to achieve it, these are the essential elements for creating a laundry space where nothing is missing.

Washing machine. The foundation of any laundry room. Choose it based on your usage needs. Large capacity if you have a large family, specific wash cycles if you do different types of laundry, and can be integrated if you want to hide it behind CUBRO kitchen cabinets.

Cabinets and drawers. Perfect for storing detergents, fabric softeners, brooms, and other cleaning products. Remember that tall cabinets are your best allies for keeping products out of children's reach.

Clothes rail or hooks. Ideal for drying delicate items or hanging freshly ironed clothes.

Optional, but very useful: a dryer, a folding clothesline, or a module to organize dirty clothes.

Sink. Perfect for treating stains, hand-washing delicate items, or performing auxiliary tasks like emptying a bucket.

Worktop. It allows you to conveniently fold clothes or sort them before storing them.

Design an efficient and functional laundry room

A well-thought-out design will make your laundry room not only functional, but also a pleasant space:

Take advantage of the space in lower units. Instead of opting for stacks of washers and dryers, place these appliances side by side in lower units. This will give you additional work surface and free up the upper space to install more units or storage shelves, optimizing every square inch.

Choose durable and easy-to-clean materials. Moisture-resistant finishes, like those found on CUBRO kitchen fronts, are essential to ensuring the longevity of your laundry room. These materials are easy to maintain and ensure the space remains in perfect condition over time.

Adequate lighting and ventilation. Good ventilation is crucial to avoid humidity problems and keep the space cool. Additionally, adequate lighting will make laundry more comfortable and enjoyable. IKEA lighting systems such as LED strip lights, spotlights, or closet lights will allow you to add extra light to your laundry area.

Where to locate the laundry room?

The ideal location will depend on the available space and your needs, but you should always consider the location of your home's water and electricity connections to ensure it's close enough for easy installation. With these considerations in mind, you can create your laundry room in:

The laundry room. If you have a separate room of at least 3 m², you can transform it into a laundry room where you can carry out the entire laundry process, from washing to folding after ironing, in one place.

Integrated into the kitchen or bathroom. If a separate room isn't an option, integrating the laundry room into the kitchen or bathroom is an effective solution. By designing a closed cabinet that conceals the appliances, you'll maintain the aesthetics of the room while making the most of every inch.

Other alternatives

In the stairwell. You can take advantage of that awkward triangular space by placing the washer and dryer at the bottom, giving you a large surface area for folding, organizing, or even ironing your laundry. This way, you'll leave the upper space free to include shelves of different sizes to keep your cleaning supplies organized.

On a balcony. Depending on the width and depth, you can choose to place appliances in a row or in a tower, and take advantage of the remaining space to include storage units and/or shelves where you can keep laundry products and accessories organized. You'll turn a barely functional space into one of the most practical areas of the house.

Advantages of having a laundry room at home

Efficiency and convenience: Having everything in one place reduces the time and effort required to wash, dry, and store clothes.

Order and aesthetics; hidden appliances, organized products, and a clean design make this space both functional and pleasing to the eye.

Increased home value: A laundry area adds value to your home, making it more attractive to future buyers.

At CUBRO, we offer practical solutions that combine functionality, design, and durability. From base units with integrated appliances to custom cabinets, our furniture optimizes any space, ensuring that every corner is both functional and aesthetically impeccable.

We can help you create a laundry room with high-quality materials and finishes that will stand the test of time. Ready to take the plunge? Contact us and discover how to make the laundry room you've always dreamed a reality.