This laundry room makeover is part of the $100 Room Challenge and shows you how to clean up, organize and decorate an entire room for less than $100.
Maybe you are wondering why I would want to makeover our laundry room. Besides the obvious mess that occurs over the years of living in the same house, this is actually the first thing we see when we enter our house. This eyesore can't be good for feng shui.
I have joined in on the January challenge for the last four years. My first experience with the challenge was working on our Master Bedroom Makeover. Then I participated again with a much needed Home Office Makeover. Last year was a fun and productive Guest Bathroom Makeover.
All of our rooms still look great although my office is a little messy again. And, for under $100 I couldn't be more thrilled.
Stop back every Wednesday this month to see my progress and the work of all the other talented people joining the challenge listed below this post.
What to Jump Ahead?
Week 2 - Cleaning and Painting
Week 3 - Organizing and Space Planning
Week 4 – Decorating a Laundry Room
Week 5 - Final Reveal
Laundry Room Makeover Before Pics
As I mentioned this is the room that we see when we enter our home. It sits just off the kitchen and has a door leading to our garage.
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However, we are not the only ones who see this room as our family often enters through the garage for parties too.
The only thing we have done to this room prior to this makeover is to have the same flooring installed here as our kitchen when we remodeled it in the fall of 2018.
The walls, woodwork and trim all need to be painted.
This corner area is a mess and it's not very practical, so I'll need to work on some space planning after I get rid of the clutter.
The room is a nice size and I love all the natural light that comes in from the window. However, I know I'm not using it wisely.
Unfortunately, $100 does not allow for any new appliances, but I'm going to do my best to get this place, cleaned, organized and add a few decorative elements to pull it all together.
Don't forget to stop by next week and every Wednesday this month to see my progress and the work of all the other challenge participants.
It just might inspire you to tackle a room of your own.
P.S. In addition to the $100 Room Makeover Challenges you may be interested in this Kitchen Refresh post or this Screened Porch Makeover.
Sherry Denise Cole
I always enjoy seeing what you do with these room challenges. You are so talented!
Patti Estep
Thank you for saying that Sherry. They are fun and keeping to a budge means my house gets a little upgrade without having to spend too much money.
Nicki Parrish
One of these days I am going to tackle my laundry room too! I can't wait to see the results!
Patti Estep
Nicki, these budget makeovers are always so fun and for less $100 so well worth the time.
Lia
I cant wait to see how this turns out! If we have to do laundry we mine as well have a pretty space to do it in!
Patti Estep
Thanks Lia. These budget makeovers are always so fun to do.
Kati
I'm so excited to see what you do with the space! Your other rooms turned out so great!
Patti Estep
Thanks Kati. It's so fun and inspiring to do this with a such a talented group. I need something this time of year to motivate me and having a budget is so helpful.
Rachel
I’m sure your transformation of this space will e fabulous! Excited to follow along. 🙂
Patti Estep
Thanks Rachel. I feel like at $100 it can't go wrong.
Leigh
Patti,
It is going to be amazing when you get done with this room. Cannot wait to see what you do here!
Patti Estep
Thanks Leigh!
Pamela
I have followed your former transformations and was have been impressed with your ingenuity. I look forward to watching this one.
Plus you have inspired me to join in. I needed the extra motivation and I know this will help, a lot!
Kelli
I can relate to the clutter and frustration. Our mud room looked so much like this. Embarrassing when guests came over. I am really looking forward to learning how you declutter this space.
Patti Estep
Thanks Kelli. I guess there's always so mess when guests come over. However, this one is long overdue and something that I can easily shut the door or hide.
Jen @ JENRON DESIGNS
Oh I am so excited to see you organize this space I love laundry rooms that have been made pretty!
Patti Estep
Thanks Jen. I love a pretty laundry too. Let's hope I can make mine one.
Erin- Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry
I know we sometimes get a little embarrassed to share our messes, but I always say they make the BEST before pictures. I have no doubt you'll work wonders in this room over the next few weeks. So happy to have you joining the challenge again this year!
Patti Estep
Thanks Erin. I'm so ready to clean, organize and decorate after all the indulgence during the holidays.
Elizabeth Jones | Jonesville
What an awesome space to tackle! Can't wait to follow along.
Patti Estep
Thanks Elizabeth. It's a great way for me to get back into the swing of things in the new year.
Terrie Tipler
Patti I am giving my laundry room a new look as well. Will be keeping close eye on your changes so I can get inspired. I can't wait to see what your room will look like after you are done. You have a great space to work in for a laundry room. Happy New Year!
Patti Estep
Terrie, it's so great to have another laundry room participant. Looking forward to seeing your progress and being inspired too.
Tammy
Patti I can't wait to see your makeover! Why is the laundry room always the place we "drop" everything off?
Patti Estep
Thanks Tammy. Anything I do will be an improvement. 🙂
Carole West
Patti - I love a good room makeover and I know you're going to nail this one. We've been cleaning out here well mostly Robert because he put it off and finally - finally he started going through his stuff and finally, finally said he was a game hoarder.... I just smiled because I knew this for years... Anyways proud of him because he's seeing he can enjoy his hobby without having to purchase eveything insight. A laundry room though - it's like the perfect drop and go room of the home and seems to always get hit hard. $!00 friend - you've got your work cut out for you and look forward to the transformation.
Patti Estep
Thanks Carole. Just cleaning this room has already made it look a whole lot better. $100 isn't much but I hope I'll have 1 or 2 takeaways that might inspire others through this process.