Floating Shelves For Your Laundry Room Design
1. Why Add Floating Shelves to Your Laundry Room?
The laundry room is one of the hardest-working spaces in any home - but it's usually the last to get any design attention. A single floating shelf above the washer and dryer transforms the space from purely functional to organized and inviting.
a. Use the Wall Above the Washer/Dryer
That blank wall above your machines is prime real estate. A 47"-55" floating shelf spans a standard side-by-side washer/dryer perfectly, giving you a dedicated surface for detergent, fabric softener, stain remover, and folded towels - all within arm's reach instead of crammed into a closet.
b. Solid Wood That Handles Moisture
Laundry rooms are humid. Our shelves are handcrafted from solid hardwood with a moisture-resistant finish that stands up to steam and heat - unlike MDF or particle board that swells and crumbles in damp conditions. The same durability we build into our floating shelves for bathroom.
c. Warmth in an Overlooked Space
Natural wood instantly adds warmth to a room that's usually all white appliances, cold tile, and fluorescent lighting. It's a small upgrade that makes doing laundry feel a little less like a chore.
2. Best Placements in the Laundry Room
a. Above the Washer and Dryer
The most popular spot. Mount 18"-24" above the machines so you can easily reach products while loading. One long shelf (47"-55") or two shorter shelves stacked vertically. Store detergent, dryer sheets, stain removers, and a small plant to brighten the space.
b. Above the Folding Area
If you have a countertop or folding table, mount a shelf above it for baskets that sort clean laundry by family member or by type (towels, sheets, clothes). Keeps the folding surface clear.
c. Beside the Door
A small shelf near the laundry room entrance holds a tray for pocket contents - coins, keys, lint roller, tissues - the stuff you pull out of pockets before washing. Simple but saves you from losing things.
d. Utility Corner
If your laundry room has an unused corner, a corner floating shelf turns it into storage for cleaning supplies, light bulbs, or extra paper towels-the miscellaneous stuff every laundry room accumulates.
3. How to Organize Laundry Room Shelves
• Use uniform containers: Transfer detergent and supplies into matching glass or ceramic dispensers for a cleaner look. Or use labeled baskets to corral small items.
• Group by task: Washing supplies on one shelf, drying/ironing supplies on another. Everything you need for each step stays together.
• Keep heavy items low: Full detergent bottles are heavy - put them on the lowest shelf or directly on the countertop. Lighter items like dryer balls and fabric softener go higher.
• Add one decorative touch: A small plant, a candle, or a framed print. Just one item that says "someone cares about this room." It makes a surprising difference.
4. Choosing the Right Size
• Single long shelf (47"-55"): Spans a standard side-by-side washer/dryer. The most common choice.
• Medium shelf (24"-36"): Fits above a stackable unit or in a narrow laundry closet.
• Small accent (10"-18"): Pocket tray near the door or a single plant spot.
• Weight capacity: 30-60 lbs when mounted into studs. More than enough for a full row of detergent bottles.
• Browse full range: See all sizes in our floating shelves collection or room-specific options like floating shelves for kitchen.
5. Contact Information
Contact Ashdeco,
Email: support@ashdeco.com
Address 1: 157 Elder Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Address 2: 1011 Roundabout Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
Support Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (EST)