13 Best Laundry Room Organization Ideas That’ll Make It Less of a Chore

Something we don’t think about often is carrying the clean clothes from the laundry room to the closet. Grab a few baskets—either one large, or one for each family member—that you can use to transport from room to room. These come in several sizes and they collapse, so you can easily tuck them away when not in use.

Many people store their brooms, mops, and lightweight vacuums in the laundry room, which is why they need these wall-mount grippers. They keep those oddly shaped tools off the floor and out of the way. But take note that they can only hold four pounds, so keep that in mind if you need something more heavy-duty.

A small laundry room may not have enough counterspace for all the items you need. The answer is hiding behind the door! An organizer like this can house detergent, spot treatments, and other extras without adding visual clutter.

Don’t wait until you’re filling the washing machine to sort your colors and your whites. The bamboo finish is a gorgeous touch to your room, while the shelves also offer additional storage for OxiClean, detergent, and dryer balls. Not only does the organization help the process go faster, but it will also take a load off sorting through a giant pile of unorganized chaos. Your lower back will thank you.

There’s nothing more annoying than cleaning up detergent spills or lugging heavy jugs of detergent off the top shelf. This stylish tool solves both problems at once. Just empty your fabric softener and laundry detergent into the cute glass canisters, and pour. You can place these on top of a nearby shelf, or right beside your washer.

For true organization aficionados, this bamboo 3-tier organizer will keep you feeling tidy. You’ll have plenty of room to fit all your essentials, and it even comes with a laundry bin to discreetly hold dirty clothes for later washes.

If you prefer laundry detergent powder over the liquid kind, there’s still more you can do to make things easier on yourself. Not only can you save space by installing this dispenser on your wall, but the transparent case also makes it easy to keep track of when you need to refill it.

Rather than try and squeeze a large item like an ironing board somewhere clumsily, give it a dedicated spot of its own. That way, it will always be easy to pull out without getting in your way. You can use the hangers it comes with to hide it behind the door, or you can hang it on the wall next to the dryer

A great way to keep your countertops clear is with a dryer sheet dispenser. Its magnetic backing means you can simply attach it to your washer or dryer and you’re ready to go!

Make sure you’re taking care of your delicates by giving them a dedicated drying rack. This one can be mounted on the wall and folded up against the wall when not in use, so you can keep your laundry room looking tidy.

Never forget to clean out dryer lint! This adorable brush and bin is perfect for the job. Instead of having to run for a trash can, you’ll be able to dispose of it right away.

Even if folding and hanging your clothes is the worst part of laundry, that doesn’t mean you should suffer. Keep your hangers on this rack, and you’ll be able to get things done the moment you empty your dryer.

For tight spaces, consider a narrow storage cart. It can house everything you need at your fingertips, and can be easily moved when it gets in your way.