{"id":143287,"date":"2016-01-24T08:00:48","date_gmt":"2016-01-24T13:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/?p=143287"},"modified":"2016-01-25T14:56:36","modified_gmt":"2016-01-25T19:56:36","slug":"laundry-room-organization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/design\/laundry-room-organization","title":{"rendered":"23 brilliant organization tips for your chaotic laundry room"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Organize it and keep it that way.<\/p>\n

Have a space for lost socks.<\/h2>\n

\"lost<\/a>Photo:\u00a0getcreativejuice<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

And keep a jar handy for loose change, keys and other pocket treasures.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0busybeingjennifer<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

DIY instructions here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Create accessible bin storage by installing a wire shelf upside down and at an angle.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0holdontoyourhatsblog<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Forgo the clunky ironing board for a DIY ironing mat\u00a0that you can use on top of the dryer.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0abeautifulmess<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Make one yourself. How-to guide is here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Buy or build\u00a0yourself a fold-away\u00a0folding table.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0coathangr<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

And a pull-out drying rack.<\/h2>\n

\"pull-out<\/a>Photo: houzz<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Or you can make your own.<\/h2>\n

\"fold-out<\/a>Photo:\u00a0centsationalgirl<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Instructions here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Or simply hang a ladder from the ceiling.<\/h2>\n

\"ladder<\/a>Photo:\u00a0littlelucylu<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Step-by-step guide here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Put a\u00a0shoe organizer on the back of the door to keep all your cleaning products organized.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0happilyoccupiedhomebodies<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Then put up a pegboard to keep your cleaning supplies in order.<\/h2>\n

\"pegboard<\/a>Photo:\u00a0abeautifulmess<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Hang a chalkboard or paint your cupboards\u00a0with chalkboard paint\u00a0for\u00a0laundry reminders like which clothes can’t go in the dryer.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0brynalexandra<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Or simply keep a dry-erase marker\u00a0around so\u00a0you can write notes to yourself\u00a0on the washing machine.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0emmamag<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Use tags and labels to designate\u00a0a pickup bin for each member of the household.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0simplicityinthesouth<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

And have hampers for each type of wash.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0lowes<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Hang up a laundry cheat sheet so you never ruin another article of clothing.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo: Etsy<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Buy the print here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Assemble\u00a0a stain-removal kit.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0bhg<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Then wall mount a\u00a0stain-fighting how-to guide for reference.<\/h2>\n

\"stain<\/a>Photo: Etsy<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Prints available\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Your lint bin should be easily accessible.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0polishedhabitat<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Instructions on how to make your own\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you run out of drying space, an IKEA towel bar will\u00a0give you more than you need.<\/h2>\n

\"ikea<\/a>Photo: IKEA<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

A retractable clothesline hidden in a cabinet will also work\u00a0— and\u00a0save space.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0justabouthome<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Or if\u00a0you don’t have cabinets, hang\u00a0old crates for open shelving.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0homedepot<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

DIY instructions here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Beautify your laundry room by painting those ugly vinyl or linoleum floors.<\/h2>\n

\"painting<\/a>Photo:\u00a0designertrapped<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

It’s easier than you might think<\/a>.<\/p>\n

And keep detergent and other washing potions in attractive glass jars.<\/h2>\n

\"laundry<\/a>Photo:\u00a0prettyorganized<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

You’re laundry room is organized! Nicely done. Now move on to the garage<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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