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Shayden and Georgia Whipps (moochstyle.com) redesigned their laundry with Kaboodle ‘Modern’ profile cabinetry in Spiced Oak and Macaroon
Plan it Design a laundry
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Get the lay of the land Keep the floor plan streamlined and simple. “A galley layout is our go-to design for a laundry,” suggests interior designer Sarah Jobse of Oak & Orange. “Position your washer/dryer, laundry tub and cupboards or drawers all in a row. If room permits, add in bench space above your cupboards or drawers and don’t forget a generous broom cupboard tall enough to fit the ironing board.”
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Words Holly Byrne. Photography Shayden Whipps, styling Georgia Whipps. Some photographs feature products from suppliers other than Bunnings.
Form and function
Shop around Pick your appliances – or measure your existing ones. “This should be one of the first steps when designing your laundry so cabinetry can be built to fit around it,” says Alisa. “Plus, if you opt for concealed appliances, you’ll need to allow for adequate ventilation and an exhaust fan.” Front-loading washers and heatpump dryers tend to be more energyefficient, although they often carry a higher price tag, so it pays to do your appliance research before investing.
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Create a good-looking and practical space with our 12 tips to a better laundry
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ith all the time we spend washing, scrubbing, ironing and folding, a hardworking and good-looking space in which to do it really isn’t too much to ask for. From planning tips to must-haves for your shopping list, we’ve rounded up the top 12 features of a laundry you’ll love to spend time in.
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Think location The planning and placement of your laundry within the home are really important. If it’s too close to bedrooms or entertaining areas, the noise of your appliances may limit the hours you can use them. “Station it near the rear or back-entry mudroom, or if you’re living in a small apartment, consider integrating the laundry into a bathroom or kitchen away from living areas,” says Alisa Fraser of interior design duo Alisa & Lysandra. Where possible, outdoor access directly to the clothesline is ideal.
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1 Bedford Furniture 900mm 2 door tall high moisture resistant split cabinet in White, $381, I/N: 0083641. 2 Heller WELS 3-star, 96-35L/min 2000W 7kg front load washer/3.5kg clothes dryer combo, $789*, I/N: 0205898. 3 Esatto WELS 4-star, 89L/min 9kg front load washing machine, $634*, I/N: 0206697. 4 Teka energy star rating 6-star, 131kW 7kg heat pump clothes dryer, $834*, I/N: 0165085. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered. This product is available to buy online only and is sold and delivered through a MarketLink Trusted Seller. Not all items are available in all states and territories. *Delivery charges may apply.
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