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Laundry Room

How to Design a Simple Laundry Closet on a $100 Budget with {VIDEO}

This is the day we’ve all been waiting for!  It’s “Reveal Day” for my first $100 room makeover blog hop.  I might have cheated a little bit because my “room” is actually a closet.  But that’s the room that needed work so I spent this month updating my laundry closet!  Are you prepared for the mess you’re about to see?  Here it is BEFORE the makeover:

My laundry closet BEFORE makeover

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Laundry Closet Makeover on Less Than $100

Yep, my laundry closet was in desperate need of help.  I was very tempted to clean it up before I took a picture to share with you.  But I wanted to be honest.  That’s what it’s looked like for a while now.  And it was actually worse for a while during my busy fall work season.

My inspiration came from several laundry rooms with brick walls that I saw on Fixer Upper and other websites.  Unfortunately, we have no exposed brick walls in our home so I came up with a way to fake it.

But first I painted the shelf, two side walls, and the back wall above the shelf.  I just used paint leftover from other projects.  $0 so far.

Painting my laundry closet

Here’s where it starts to get interesting.  This is NOT regular wallpaper.  It’s peel and stick wall decor!  That means if I hang it up crooked, I can peel it off and fix it!  It was amazingly easy to work with.  I just measured, cut, started peeling off the paper at the top, stuck it on, and smoothed it down.  I used that bright green plastic tool laying on the dryer.

First roll of peel and stick brick wallpaper

Ta da!  I now have an exposed brick wall in my laundry closet!  Tip:  Since no one will ever see behind my washing machine and dryer, I didn’t take the brick all the way down to the floor.  The only tricky part was around the faucets.

Brick wallpaper up in my laundry room

Here’s a close up of the faucet area.  I feel like I did a pretty good job.  There is a tiny, tiny little crack where it didn’t meet.  I pointed it out for you with the arrow.

Cutting brick peel and stick wall decor for laundry closet

The shelf was made with a 1″ x 6″ from our local hardware store.  I stained it with stain from another project but the brackets are new.

Here’s the finished “room”.  It’s VERY hard to get a good photo of my laundry area because it’s in an upstairs hall.  I couldn’t stand directly in front of it and get a photo of the whole room.  

Here are the other projects I shared from this makeover:

  • How to Cover Storage Boxes with Drop Cloth
  • Homemade Laundry Detergent
  • Homemade Dryer Balls
  • Homemade Dryer Sheets
  • My First Experience with Appliance Paint

Side view of completed laundry closet makeover

I already had the laundry decor pieces, too.  It’s fun “shopping” your own house!  This washboard is a reminder for me to be thankful for my washer and dryer!

Vintage washboard

UPDATE:  I did a Facebook Live not too long after posting this… take a look:

Supplies Used in my Laundry Closet

I’ve linked to Amazon where possible and often their price is lower than what I paid locally!

  • white paint – FREE, leftover from a DIY project
  • light green wall paint – FREE, leftover from painting bedroom walls
  • paint roller kit – $5.00
  • paint brushes – already owned
  • brick peel-and-stick wall decor – $35
  • smoothing tool – $5
  • 1″ x 6″ board – $8
  • stain – FREE, leftover
  • shelf brackets – $16
  • appliance spray paint – $6
  • appliance touch up paint – $5
  • basket – FREE, a hand-me-up from Jordann
  • drop cloth to cover boxes (6 oz, lightweight) – $16
  • spray adhesive – FREE, leftover
  • gold spray paint – FREE, leftover

TOTAL:  $96.00

I could have done it a lot cheaper if I just painted the whole room.  But I LOVE the character the brick gives this little space. We share at these blog parties. Featured on:  Dishing It & Digging It 


Other Laundry Closet Ideas

  • Mount a drying rack to the wall or ceiling above the washer and dryer.
  • Add shelves above the washer and dryer.
  • Line the shelves with baskets for hidden storage. I prefer boxes with lids to protect my stuff from dust.
  • Replace the doors with a curtain for more room.
  • Paint the walls white and/or add a mirror to give the illusion of more space.
  • If you have a small space between the washer and dryer, build a little shelf.
  • Add a small fake plant.
  • Add some hooks to the walls.
  • Use an ironing pad on top of the dryer instead of an ironing board.

Thanks for reading. I’d love to hear your ideas for a small laundry closet, too. Leave a comment and let me know. Originally published on March 31, 2017.

‘Til the next project,

 Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim

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43 Comments

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Comments

  1. Janice says

    March 31, 2017 at 5:41 am

    Oh my goodness what a difference Ann! I love that exposed brick!

    Reply
  2. Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled says

    March 31, 2017 at 6:01 am

    Wow! What a transformation. I never would’ve been able to tell that was brick wallpaper. Great job! I’m sure you’re enjoying doing laundry so much more now 😉

    Reply
  3. Lisa says

    March 31, 2017 at 4:45 am

    This is the cutest laundry closet with a brick wall I’ve ever seen. You did a great job Ann!

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    • Ginger says

      June 14, 2017 at 6:32 am

      The peel ans stick wall paper-contact paper is wonderful. I wanted to change my old kids’ bath into a beach theme and knew my husband would never let me paint the lavatory cabinet. I found some blue and white contact paper that looks like old wood pieces nailed together and covered it…$30 for two rolls and put new hard ward that looks like white coral on the doors and two ship steering wheel bases and two deep diving helmets on top for drawer pulls (copper) from Hobby Lobby. Total cost was around $45 as I purchased the pulls and knobs when they were 50% off. I am almost finished. If I knew how to post the pictures, I would shoe you. Your wall is wonderful

      Reply
      • ducttapeanddenim says

        June 14, 2017 at 10:25 pm

        Thanks so much! Come over to my Facebook page and post a photo. I’d love to see it: https://www.facebook.com/DuctTapeAndDenim/

        Reply
  4. Gina says

    March 31, 2017 at 4:57 am

    Wow – very impressive – it looks similar in size to my ‘laundry nook”. I love the idea of the peel and stick brick wall and the stained shelf looks great, too. Nice job!

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  5. Toni | Small Home Soul says

    March 31, 2017 at 7:59 am

    Wow Ann, at first when you said brick I was like, oh don’t do it. But guess what, it looks great! Well you knew that LOL Even the close up it looks real so real. All the details like the old washboard and the shelf with the baskets, it all looks great!

    Reply
    • ducttapeanddenim says

      March 31, 2017 at 8:32 am

      Exactly what I thought, Toni. I figured if it looked bad I could just pull it off. But I LOVE it!

      Reply
  6. Stephanie says

    March 31, 2017 at 8:21 am

    Wow! That brick wall is amazing, it looks so real! Great job!

    Reply
  7. sherry says

    March 31, 2017 at 8:45 am

    This is one of my most favorite laundry room makeovers! I have never seen the peel and stick brick but it looks so real. I may have to copy your wall idea. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  8. Sarah says

    March 31, 2017 at 11:21 am

    This turned out so cute Ann!!! Way to go!!????

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  9. Denise says

    March 31, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    Very cool Ann….love that wallpaper. d

    Reply
  10. Susanne says

    March 31, 2017 at 6:41 pm

    That brick wallpaper looks so real! Your laundry area looks great and I can’t even imagine doing laundry on a washboard 😉

    Reply
  11. Kim says

    April 1, 2017 at 6:10 am

    Now that is some gorgeous wallpaper!!! I love it!

    Reply
  12. Kimm at Reinvented says

    April 1, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    Wow, that brick paper looks so realistic! I love it, great job!

    Reply
  13. keekee says

    April 6, 2017 at 1:58 pm

    Hi, where did you find that wash board???

    Reply
    • ducttapeanddenim says

      April 6, 2017 at 4:32 pm

      I’ve had it for years! I think I bought it at Room With a Past in Walnut Creek, CA — a store I used to sell in.

      Reply
  14. Christine says

    April 11, 2017 at 6:09 am

    Love it Ann, it looks great. The brick looks so real, it’s uncanny. Going to be featuring this next Sunday at the next DI & DI Link Party. Thanks so much for sharing this with us. Have a great day!

    Reply
    • ducttapeanddenim says

      April 11, 2017 at 8:12 am

      Thanks, Christine!

      Reply
  15. Carol ("Mimi") says

    April 11, 2017 at 6:24 am

    That one long shelf just above the washer and dryer adds so much convenient storage space! I love the look of the “exposed brick” wall. It adds a lot of interest. The covered boxes for additional storage look neat and organized. Great makeover!

    Reply
  16. Anne In The Kitchen says

    April 12, 2017 at 10:13 pm

    Lol! We are actually in the middle of redoing our laundry room at the moment. I just finished hanging a ‘well seasoned’ rub board. Your room is lovely!

    Reply
    • ducttapeanddenim says

      April 13, 2017 at 8:41 am

      Aren’t you glad you don’t have to use that rub board? lol…

      Reply
  17. Brittany says

    April 13, 2017 at 3:51 am

    Cute ideas! I need to spruce up my laundry closet! It is always the last thing I want to spend money on so I love that this is only $100! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  18. the cape on the corner says

    April 13, 2017 at 8:18 am

    that is the realest looking faux brick! wow.
    b

    Reply
    • ducttapeanddenim says

      April 13, 2017 at 8:41 am

      Right? Everyone that sees it in person actually reaches out to touch it!

      Reply
  19. Melissa Ruddy says

    April 15, 2017 at 4:17 pm

    Great job. Wow for only $100 I can totally afford to do this! You should see my laundry room right now. It is full of dryer lint filled bags and random socks on the floor. Really in need of some organization. Thanks for the inspiration. Saving this in my home projects file to remind me what can be done with Just. $100.

    Reply
  20. Mother of 3 says

    April 17, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    So cute! I love it.

    Reply
  21. Twochicksandamom/Donna says

    April 20, 2017 at 3:23 pm

    Very nice! We are in the midst of remodeling our kitchen and making a new laundry room so I like to see what others have done. Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday.

    Reply
  22. Carolyn says

    June 14, 2017 at 5:45 am

    I love the faux brick peel and stick! Where did you find it? The makeover is amazing!

    Reply
    • ducttapeanddenim says

      June 14, 2017 at 10:26 pm

      I bought mine on Amazon. Here’s my affiliate link: http://amzn.to/2suTWX4 Let me know if you try it. I’d love to see how it turns out for you, too.

      Reply
  23. McKinzie says

    July 12, 2018 at 7:01 pm

    That brick wall adds SO much character! What a fun accent idea.

    Reply
  24. Vanessa says

    November 2, 2018 at 9:40 am

    Awesome makeover. I know this was done last year, but it’s a great idea. Thank you for sharing at Dishing it and Digging it link party and you are one of the features for this Sunday’s party.

    Reply
  25. Sheri says

    November 5, 2018 at 6:13 pm

    Looks so great! Thanks for sharing at the To Grandma’s House We Go DIY, Crafts, Recipes and More Link Party. I pinned this! Hope to have you join again next week!

    Reply
  26. Jan says

    November 7, 2018 at 3:48 am

    You always have the BEST projects and make them look so easy! Thanks for sharing at Lets Party @ The Mark and Jan Show aka Blurred Living!

    Reply
  27. Sherry says

    November 7, 2018 at 7:50 am

    That looks great! I love that wallpaper. Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!

    Reply
  28. Kathy A says

    March 27, 2019 at 4:47 pm

    So cute! Makes me wish my washer and drier weren’t in an ugly cellar! Seldom use the drier, though. Clothesline is in the cellar where a hot air duct comes off, another outside for warm weather! Love that small. I have a closet that I would like to make into a craft alcove…someday. Thanx for the ideas!

    Reply
  29. Lisa says

    August 4, 2019 at 4:12 pm

    Great and gorgeous idea, just what I need for my laundry nook. Thanks for buying Whirlpool appliances and keeping my daughter employed! LOL! The washer was made right here in Clyde Ohio.

    Reply
  30. Lila says

    March 3, 2021 at 7:32 am

    that looks fabulous! I’m going to check out the peel and stick wall decor to see what I can freshen up. I enjoy your blog!

    Reply
  31. Robin says

    January 26, 2022 at 10:30 am

    The brick wallpaper looks great. Did you have any texture on your walls? I would like to put it on a wall in my house but my walls are textured and I don’t want to commit to filling them. Do you think it would work? It is an orange peel texture.

    Reply
    • ducttapeanddenim says

      January 30, 2022 at 11:27 am

      There was a very light texture. You may have to sand it down if it’s very rough. I don’t think the wallpaper would stick very well.

      Reply

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