Laundry room revival Alaska

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(NC)-Most of us spend too much time doing laundry in a dingy room that doesn't get much attention. It's time to take a fresh look at this workspace and improve on the room's storage, décor and appliance efficiency with tips from The Home Depot Canada:

Front load efficiency. Front loading washers and dryers are musts for their eco-friendly and water saving performance, as well as their sleek, space saving design. Look for Energy Star certified units which are 10 to 50 per cent more efficient than conventional models.

Smart storage. Maximizing laundry room space is all about creative storage solutions. Consider a built-in ironing board cabinet that can easily stow away both board and iron when not in use. Next, install upper cabinetry to provide even more storage that can safely keep detergents out of children's reach. On the more decorative side, cloth-lined wicker baskets with covers are always a great way to openly stow laundry or cleaning supplies.

Well lit. To keep your laundry room both functional and stylish install pendant lighting over your laundry room counter. Styles can range from ultra modern to art deco.

Super sink. A sink for hand washing is a must for most laundry rooms. This year forgo the usual plastic wash basin model for a stainless-steel laundry tub complete with integrated washboard. Complement the look with a matching faucet and stainless steel appliances.

Wall wow factor. Add a little spice to your laundry room by either wallpapering a feature wall in a bold eye-popping pattern or adding a colourful tile backsplash. Other walls can be painted in a more subtle, but complementary colour. Finally, consider a decorative yet functional painted cork board in the feature wall colour to keep track of washing tips and family schedules.

For more laundry room inspiration visit The Home Depot in your community or homedepot.ca.

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