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11 Laundry Room Decor Ideas to Spruce Up the Space

April 2, 2021
cream persian runner rug in laundry room with wallpaper

The laundry room is probably the last place you want to spend time, but it’s also likely one of the most-used rooms in your home. Just because the laundry room is for chores doesn’t mean it can’t look special and beautiful. In fact, dressing up your laundry room with a few simple decorative elements will transform the space and make you excited to spend time in it. From shelving ideas to wall decor and more, here are 11 laundry room decor ideas to spruce up the space. 

1. Place a bold runner

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Absida Teal Rug
Photo by: @beesnburlap
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The laundry room is a great place to experiment with bright colors and daring design choices, and a bold rug is the perfect place to start. Whether you prefer a funky pattern, a vibrant color, or both, a laundry room rug will add some serious style to the space. 

Laundry room runners work great if your washer and dryer are placed side by side. For smaller laundry rooms, try a 3×5 laundry room rug. 

2. Hang an interesting light fixture

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Kavi Diamond Rose Gold Rug
Photo by: @bless_this_nest
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Infuse your laundry room with style by swapping out your standard light fixture for a more dramatic alternative. A vintage-looking chandelier or mid-century modern sputnik light will transform the room and make it feel more special.

3. Add a decorative curtain

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Kamran Coral Rug
Photo by: @poconomountaincottage
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If you’re not so keen on looking at the washer and dryer all the time, especially if you have a small laundry room or multi-use laundry room, try hiding them. Hanging a curtain in front of the appliances or installing them inside a cabinet are both great options that will still allow you to access them as needed but will keep them hidden when not in use. 

4. Paint some wall art

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Hudson Stripe Black Rug
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If you’re wondering what to put on your laundry room walls, try getting creative and painting some wall art or a mural. If you’re not the artistic type, stick with something simple, like colorful geometric shapes. It’ll give the room a custom feel.

5. Hang open shelves

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Kamran Hazel Rug
Photo by: @joineryanddesignco
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Add both style and function by hanging laundry room shelving. Opting for exposed shelves instead of cabinets will make the room feel more open and also allow you to display decor items in addition to the essentials. To keep everything looking neat, place decorative baskets on the shelves for storing laundry supplies and put your detergent and other liquids in glass bottle dispensers. 

6. Give your cabinets a refresh

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Sima Sage Rug
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If you don’t have a lot of space for laundry room wall decor, try painting your cabinets a fun color instead. It’ll add some style to the room without requiring any additional room. A vibrant shade, like bright green, will really pop in an otherwise neutral room. Try a coordinating rug for a cohesive look. 

7. Incorporate farmhouse decor

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Camellia Jade Rug
Photo by: @fancyfixdecor
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If you’re unsure how to spruce up your laundry room, give farmhouse decor a try. Farmhouse laundry rooms are not only incredibly popular, but they’re easy to recreate with a few simple decor items. A couple of cute signs, some wire baskets, and a pretty rug in muted tones, like a floral runner or Persian-style rug, are enough to achieve the look.

8. Go dark with the wall color

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Damali Black and White Rug
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It’s a common misconception that dark wall colors make a room feel small, but that isn’t always the case. If done right, painting your laundry room walls a dark color can actually make the space appear bigger, which will do wonders for a small laundry room. It also looks incredibly chic. 

9. Add flower arrangements or greenery

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Ayana Leopard Rug
Photo by: @theluxmylife
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A quick and affordable way to spruce up your laundry room is to add greenery or flower bouquets. Faux or real, they’ll both do the trick. Place them on a shelf above the washer and dryer or on the counter nearby for a pop of color and cheer. 

10. Store items in pretty baskets

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Soraya Trellis Ash Grey Rug
Photo by: @comestayawhile
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You don’t have to trade storage for style in your laundry room. Utilize lots of decorative fabric, wicker, or wire baskets to store all your laundry supplies in a stylish way and keep the room cutter-free. Keep them on a shelf near your washer and dryer or under a nearby bench for easy access. 

11. Apply laundry room wallpaper

cream persian runner rug in laundry room with wallpaper
Maral Heriz Creme Rug
Photo by: @reems_design
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Laundry room wallpaper can instantly elevate and transform the space. With so many wallpaper styles on the market, you can opt for something subtle and elegant, like a black and white floral pattern, or go bold with a colorful design. Try peel and stick wallpaper for easier application and removal. 

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Michelle Gant
Michelle is Ruggable's Content & SEO Copywriter. When she isn't browsing antique stores for home decor, you can find her sipping red wine, snuggling with her rescue pup, or plotting her next adventure.

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