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    Home » DIY Projects

    Laundry Room Cleaning and Painting - $100 Room Challenge

    by Patti Estep · Jan 8, 2020

    It's the second week of the $100 room makeover challenge. This week focused on laundry room cleaning and painting. What a difference a little paint and general cleaning can make.

    Laundry room cabinet and window painted white

    It's week two of this budget laundry makeover. So far we have really cleared out the clutter and painted. 

    If you want to skip ahead or see the ugly before pics and learn a little more about the challenge click below.

    Week 1 - Laundry Room Before Pics
    Week 2 - Cleaning and Painting
    Week 3 - Organizing and Space Planning
    Week 4 – Decorating a Laundry Room
    Week 5 - Final Reveal

    Two doors painted white in the laundry room

    Laundry Room Cleaning and Painting

    Painting the Laundry

    The walls were painted with Sherwin Williams Popular Gray. This is the same color we have in the adjoining kitchen and most of the rooms on our first floor.

    Last year we started to update the paint in our home including painting all of the original wood trim. I know some think that painting wood trim is a terrible idea but we really felt that painting it white would brighten our home and make this '80s home look more modern.

    Laundry room view from window

    As you can see from the pics above the trim was very dark. Even after using a strong primer the trim needed a few coats to look good. This is the same Sherwin Williams Pure White paint throughout the house.

    Laundry room makeover before image from kitchen

    We used the same white paint to update this old cabinet that was originally in the kitchen. These are really good quality Kraftmaid cabinets. However, the old oak finish and super ugly (IMO) shoehorn pulls had to go. 

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    We also had the same cabinets in our family room as part of a bar area. I updated the bar cabinet by painting it a nice dark blue with some black glaze.

    Painted laundry room window view

    Cleaning the Laundry Room

    This room had accumulated so much stuff! We went through it all and donated a couple of bags to Goodwill and threw out anything that wasn't salvageable.

    Laundry room tub before and after cleaning

    It's embarrassing but I had to show you how a little elbow grease cleaned up the tub between the washer and dryer.

    I used gloves for this project. I started with some of my homemade lemon vinegar and baking soda and a brush and just kept scouring the tub. The back of the plastic brush I was using had an edge that I could use to scrape out the paint spills. 

    In some spots, I used a brillo pad and I also tried a Mr. Clean magic eraser. I'm always surprised at what that magic eraser can clean. In this case, it did a better job cleaning the refrigerator, washer, and dryer than the tub.

    Table area and crate after painting

    The laundry chute cabinet also got a coat of paint and we replaced the old hinges.

    Next week, I'm going to tackle organizing the room and the awkward use of this cute but ineffective farm table. That's right I'm looking to replace this table.  

    LRM Budget Recap

    • Painting the walls, trim, and cabinets ---- $0 (leftover paint on hand)
    • Cleaning supplies -- $0 
    • Laundry shoot cabinet hardware -- $16.94 

    Total spent so far  -----> $16.94  

    balance left to spend ---> $83.06!

    Stop back next week to see what happens next, and don't forget to check below to see what everyone else has been up to on their makeover journey.

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    Table area with graphics for week 2 of the laundry room makeover
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    About Patti Estep

    Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side. She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania. When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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    Comments

    1. Erin- Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry

      January 17, 2020 at 4:17 pm

      Paint is such a game-changer, but I gotta say, that sink looks SO good. I cannot even believe how clean it got!!! You are making such amazing progress!

      Reply
    2. Lynne

      January 15, 2020 at 7:41 pm

      It's coming along great, Patti! It looks so fresh and clean. Looking forward to seeing it all come together! Pinned!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 16, 2020 at 10:08 am

        Thanks Lynne. I kind of like it the way it is but I can't help myself from adding a little extra pretty which is what I plan to do next.

        Reply
    3. Lia

      January 15, 2020 at 2:46 am

      Its looking great so far & you are doing so good with the budget!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 15, 2020 at 6:39 am

        Thanks Lia. Don't worry I'll definitely start spending some money very soon

        Reply
    4. Vicki and Jenn 2 Bees in a Pod

      January 14, 2020 at 10:26 am

      Patti - the power of paint (and cleaning) is a beautiful thing! We are always amazed by the transformation of a bit of a new color. Can't wait to see what you do next!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 15, 2020 at 6:37 am

        Thanks Vicki and Jenn. It's such a good reminder of how easy it can be to spruce up a room.

        Reply
    5. Lindsey from Hilltown House

      January 09, 2020 at 3:37 pm

      My laundry tub at my old townhouse looked EXACTLY like yours!!! It's absolutely amazing what a little elbow grease can accomplish sometimes. It already looks like a completely different room so I cannot wait to see what's next!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 09, 2020 at 3:58 pm

        LOL Lindsey. They are called utility sinks, right? I guess it's a good idea to clean them from time to time. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Elizabeth Jones | Jonesville

      January 09, 2020 at 9:18 am

      It's crazy what a little paint and elbow grease will do! It looks amazing, great progress Patti!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 09, 2020 at 9:23 am

        Thanks Elizabeth. I'm loving the way it looks already. Why did I wait so long??

        Reply
    7. Madi

      January 08, 2020 at 8:18 pm

      Wish I wasn’t so busy so I could see it in person!!!! Hope I get to sneak a peak before next week’s update is out!!!! 👀 Perks of being the daughter 💃🏻

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 09, 2020 at 6:53 am

        Yes. Come over and see Madi! ♥

        Reply
    8. Julie Briones

      January 08, 2020 at 6:07 pm

      It's looking amazing! pinned!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 09, 2020 at 6:55 am

        Thanks Julie. I'm now questioning why I waited so long to tackle this room.

        Reply
    9. Terrie Tipler

      January 08, 2020 at 12:49 pm

      Patti, I so look forward to what you are doing in your laundry room. I haven't started painting yet, but your room sure is getting me excited. I love the table you have in there. Is it not solvable or do you want a change of style. I am sure whatever you find will look super in your space. Do you use the laundry shoot? I would love to have one in our home....if hubby would use it. ha! Love the look so far in your laundry room. The white walls really did brighten it up.

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    10. Pamela

      January 08, 2020 at 11:28 am

      You can't go wrong with white paint. It brightens things up. I have to have a bright laundry room. Looks like you have made fabulous progress! Mine is not so evident but I can see it and it revs me to keep going.

      Reply
    11. Amanda

      January 08, 2020 at 10:48 am

      Looking good. Lots of good ideas. I love that little farm table. I have a similar little table but it doesn’t have a drawer. A friend gave it to me years ago to use for my printer. It’s been used in almost every room in my house for many purposes over the years. Thanks for all your good ideas.

      Reply
    12. Jen @ JENRON DESIGNS

      January 08, 2020 at 9:56 am

      Patti that white paint has certainly brightened up your laundry room and I love the storage cabinet now! You are making great progress in this challenge it is going to look great!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 08, 2020 at 10:10 am

        Thanks Jen. I do feel like it looks soooo much better already. Of course I'm going to have to spend every penny of my budget because it's so fun.

        Reply
    13. laura@everydayedits.o

      January 08, 2020 at 8:54 am

      HI Patti! I agree with Carole! Can't wait to see next week! Visiting from Everyday Edits

      laura

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 08, 2020 at 9:05 am

        Thanks Laura. I feel so good about it already. What an eyesore. Just a little paint and cleaning made all the difference.

        Reply
    14. Carole West

      January 08, 2020 at 8:32 am

      It's looking good Patti. You have a good size budget left and I'm curious where you'll be putting it to use. See you next week.

      Reply

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