Laundry Room Wallpaper Ideas

Let’s face it – most laundry rooms are small, beige, and badly lit. We don’t tend to put a lot of thought into their design. But your laundry room doesn’t have to just be a closet at the end of your hallway where you go to do chores. With a little creativity, you can transform your laundry room into a beautiful space that feels connected to the rest of your home.

One of the easiest ways to breathe life into your laundry room is by installing a decorative wallpaper. It adds instant visual interest and depth to your space. When paired with soft lighting, beautiful flooring, and smart storage solutions, your laundry room may just become one of your favorite spaces in your home. We’re bringing you our favorite magazine-worthy laundry room wallpaper ideas.

Features To Include in a Laundry Room

Washer and Dryer

The most essential feature in any laundry room is a washer and dryer set. Washers and dryers usually come stacked (ideal for compact spaces) or side by side (better for larger rooms). While these appliances are functional, they can also be stylish and contribute to the overall aesthetic of the room.

Lots of Storage

Smart storage solutions are important to include in any laundry room design. From built-in shelving and cabinets, to organizational cubbies, to bins and hampers, storage is the best way to prevent your laundry area from becoming cluttered. It allows you to conveniently store cleaning supplies, clothes, detergents, and fabric softeners without sacrificing the look of your space.

Folding and Ironing Table

Instead of having to fold or iron your clothes on the dining room table, consider adding a dedicated folding table to your laundry room. This helps keep the chaos of a large load of laundry contained and these tables are often designed to fold out from the wall to save space. 

Hangers

Many fabrics such as cotton, silk, and spandex aren't dryer-safe and may be prone to shrinkage or wear and tear when tumble dried. That’s why it’s smart to have a drying rack or row of hangers in your laundry room so you can conveniently hang up delicate items to air dry.

Durable Flooring

A laundry room is often a site of spills, leaks, and scratches, so it’s a good idea to install durable, water-resistant flooring and non-slip matts as a precaution.

Some good flooring materials for a laundry room may include:

• Porcelain or ceramic tile
• Vinyl
• Laminate
• Sealed concrete
• Rubber

Comfortable Lighting

The lighting in laundry rooms is often too dim or too bright and harsh. Investing in good illumination is a great way to instantly elevate the look and functionality of your laundry room. You can opt for soft ambient lighting with a chandelier or recessed fixtures, along with task lighting such as hanging pendants or lamps. 

Stylish Wallpaper

If you’re looking to elevate the look and feel of your laundry room, then a unique wallpaper is the simplest and most effective way to add some extra flair. From charming floral patterns, to clean and minimal designs, wallpaper can help make your laundry room feel more like a calming oasis than a basic room for chores.

Laundry Room Wallpaper Design Ideas

Cape Cod Cottage Laundry Room

The cape cod style is inspired by traditional coastal architecture in New England, and it’s perfect for creating a fresh and airy laundry room vibe. To incorporate this style into your design, consider adding a coastal wallpaper such as the sailboats blue wallpaper, the cabana stripe blue wallpaper, or the splash tan sand wallpaper.

Add some natural details like rustic woods and woven baskets along with a light neutral color palette to complete the look.

Charming Retro Laundry Room

A vintage-inspired laundry room design allows you to play around with unique color combinations, patterns, and finishes. From mid-century modern, to art deco, to bold color-blocked designs, there are many different takes on the retro aesthetic. 

Start with a retro wallpaper like the low frequency emerald rouge wallpaper by Natalie Papier or the split blue smoke wallpaper. Then add painted storage cabinets, wall hooks for aprons and towels, and vintage light fixtures.

Nature-Inspired Laundry Room

Laundry rooms are often small and lacking in natural light. Adding floral and nature-based design elements can help infuse the freshness of the outdoors into your space. Consider incorporating some artificial plants and botanical wall art to your laundry room. You can also opt for a classic floral wallpaper like the budding grove spring blossom floral wallpaper, the stalks linen floral wallpaper, or the floral bird toile light blue wallpaper.

Industrial Laundry Room

Inspired by the factories and warehouses of the industrial revolution in the 19th century, industrial interior design is both chic and practical. It’s often characterized by high ceilings, brick and stone surfaces, metallic accents, and vintage décor.

Wallpaper can help add an industrial flair to your laundry room. For example, the pulaski warehouse brick wallpaper mimics the appeal of natural brick often found in industrial spaces. The fractured grid blue cream wallpaper also provides a distressed, yet sophisticated look.

Clean Scandinavian Laundry Room

Scandinavian interior design is a natural choice for laundry rooms. The style embodies minimalism, functionality, and simplicity. It’s characterized by neutral colors, clean lines, and natural materials like unstained wood and stone.

Opt for a minimalist yet creative wallpaper design in a light color, such as the birch trees wallpaper by Gray Malin or the folding ribbon tusk wallpaper. Then add open shelving, a woven rug, and a butcher block countertop for folding.

Dark and Moody Laundry Room

Choosing between light vs. dark wallpaper is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when designing your new space. Light, airy designs can make your space feel bigger, but that’s not everyone’s design aesthetic. If you love deeper colors and a rich, luxurious aesthetic, consider selecting a dark and moody laundry room wallpaper.

The wayward petal chimney black floral wallpaper and the dashed olive shadow reverse wallpaper by Mrs. Paranjape are both excellent options for a moody laundry room space. Pair them with dark floor tiles, antique wall sconces, and wooden shelving to complete the look.

Reinvent Your Laundry Room With Mitchell Black Wallpapers

Laundry rooms don’t have to be boring. With just a few fresh and stylish features, you can elevate your space into an aesthetic retreat in your home. Wallpaper is one of the simplest, yet most impactful design elements you can find. It can be used to achieve virtually any interior design style you can imagine.

Mitchell Black offers an extensive collection of wallpapers to suit a variety of styles and homes. If you’re in need of some style inspiration or general advice, be sure to take advantage of our complimentary concierge service to speak with one of our experts.