Small Utility Room Ideas to Maximise Your Space

A small utility room might feel like a challenge to organise, but with the right steps, it can be transformed into a functional and efficient use of space. With clever design and storage solutions, you can make the most of every inch of space.

In this blog, we’ll take you through some innovative solutions and space-saving tips to create a practical and organised utility room that meets your needs without compromising on style.

Opt for floor-to-ceiling, wrap-around storage

To make the most out of the space available in your utility room, opt for bespoke, fitted storage. Going for floor-to-ceiling, wrap-around storage will give you the maximum amount of storage needed for all your equipment, cleaning products, and whatever else you need to keep in your utility room. Even the smallest rooms can be made functional and stylish with fitted storage tailored to your needs.

Keep it chic and minimalist

In small utility rooms especially, you’ll want to keep the decorations simple, so you can save space and keep things tidy and uncluttered. However, this doesn’t mean you don’t have to factor in aesthetics at all. It just means that your decorative items will have to be thoughtful and impactful.

Houseplants can be a great way of adding some visual appeal to your utility room. Trailing plants are perfect additions to shelving, or a small plant near a window will work too. You might not have wall space for art if you’ve opted for full-fitted storage, but perhaps you have room on a shelf or worktop for a photo frame with a meaningful photo in it.

Use colour to add style

When you’re keeping decoration minimal, you can still express your personality with colour. Many people love a clean, white utility room, but you can any shade can work. Greens are perfect for creating a peaceful, relaxing utility room, or inky blues can add a sense of sophistication. You can also factor in the small details, such as hardware – brass handles look gorgeous with dark blue cupboards, or silver hardware can really stand out against dramatic black paintwork.

Stack equipment vertically

If you’re really short on space in your utility room but still want both a washing machine and a tumble dryer, consider stacking them on top of each other. This is a method commonly used in the USA to save space but will need to be followed with some caution.

You should check the manufacturer’s guidelines for your machines to ensure they’re safe to be stacked, and always have the tumble dryer on top, as the washing machine can get heavier once it’s filled with water. You could also look into getting a tumble dryer stacking kit, as an added precaution.

Choose open shelving for ease

When you’re in your utility room, you’ll want all your items to be easily accessible. Open shelving can help with this, allowing everything to be on-hand when you need it. If you’re concerned about things looking cluttered, you could use stylish storage baskets to store your items, so you just need to reach for the right basket whenever you need something. Labelling the baskets can help to make things even more streamlined.

Add a deep sink

A utility room could be used for all kinds of things, but a deep-set sink can be a great addition for most activities. Whether it’s cleaning sports equipment or leaving clothing to pre-soak before a wash, a deep sink will ensure you have ample space for what you need. Larger sinks can also help to prevent spills and splashes when washing up, helping you to keep your utility room clean.

Pick durable, low-maintenance flooring

Every utility room could benefit from durable, low-maintenance flooring. Whether it’s water or mud, your floor is likely to see a lot of spills, as well as high foot traffic. Opting for a sturdy floor with minimal upkeep will help you to keep your utility room looking pristine without spending a lot of time maintaining it.  

Our rigid vinyl plank flooring is a great addition to utility rooms, providing stylish wood-effect flooring and stone-effect flooring that gives the look of real wood and stone without the upkeep. Scratch-resistant and water-resistant, this flooring is perfect for busy homes. We have a range of finishes and laying patterns available, to suit every interior style.

Add a hanging rail or wall-mounted dryer

As well as storage such as cupboards, drawers and shelving, your utility room could also benefit from a hanging rail or wall-mounted airer. These are both perfect for smaller utility rooms, as they provide hanging space without taking up floor space. Whether you need somewhere to hang clothes after ironing or whether you need somewhere to dry your clothes, make sure to incorporate wall-mounted rails for extra functionality in your space.

Create bespoke utility room storage with Kingswood at Home

Kingswood at Home designs, builds and installs made-to-measure storage tailored to your home. Handcrafted in the UK using only the finest materials and finishes, we’ll create luxurious and practical storage that suits your lifestyle.

Contact us for more information or book your consultation with our design team for a free, no-obligation chat.