Do you have a small laundry room with limited storage space that makes you feel stressed out and frustrated?

Don’t let your laundry room get the better of you.

Here are 21 genius ways to organize a small laundry room that are budget-friendly and easy to do. Find out how bins, baskets, glass canisters, rolling carts, cubby storage, rails, and more will come to the rescue!

1. Decorative Fabric Bins

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Add an instant touch of class and organization to a small laundry with fabulous decorative fabric bins like these that can hold freshly washed clothes on their way to the dryer.

This homeowner has nailed a fab rustic vibe with fabric bins, wooden shelves, glass canisters, and charming signs that add a touch of fun.

2. Plastic Bins

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Large plastic bins that can be stacked are perfect for a small laundry. They can be used to hold both clean and dirty clothes and laundry essentials.

This innovative homemaker has placed her bins in between the washing machine and the wall, making great use of the limited space.

Find more simple laundry room storage ideas here.

3. Floor To Ceiling Built In Cabinet

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A floor to ceiling built in cabinet adds a stylish touch to a small laundry room while discreetly hiding washing baskets and bins that might not be the most attractive.

How cool is this design in dark wood that contrasts with the chrome appliances? I’m absolutely loving this look!

4. Slim 3 Tier Cart for Accessories

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Wow – this is a genius way to maximize even the tiniest space. Before stumbling across this post, I always assumed that the narrow gap between appliances was just wasted space.

A slim storage 3 tier cart like this slips easily into the gap, providing storage space for washing powders, laundry accessories, softeners, detergents, stain removers, and more.

Simply roll the cart out for laundry day and stash it away when you are done.

5. Airtight Glass Jars

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I find that glass jars with cork stoppers remind me of my grandma’s house and bring back nostalgic memories. That’s why I LUV this small laundry room design.

Use classic glass jars like these to store washing powder, NapiSan, and fabric softener. Stand them on a wooden base to complete the rustic look.

The transparent glass looks stylish and you can instantly see if you are running low on any of your necessities.

6. Canvas Laundry Bins

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This small laundry is so well organized with baskets for a rustic touch, a nostalgic black and white picture, and a pop of monochrome wallpaper.

For functionality, the dominant feature is 3 large canvas bins to hold laundry essentials, dirty clothes, or even spare towels. You could also use them for sorting colors, delicates, and heavy-duty items.

7. Cubby Storage

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My next genius way to make the most of the limited space in your small laundry is to install floor to ceiling cubby storage.

Open cubby storage is perfect for keeping everything neatly tucked away but still easy to grab when needed!

IKEA offers a versatile range of Kallax cube storage units, or you can look at a great cubby storage solution like this from Amazon.

8. 3 Tier Rolling Cart

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Are you short of cabinets or shelves in your small laundry? Rolling carts are the perfect solution. I also love how I can easily move them around from room to room to collect dirty laundry or offload a clean batch.

Take a look at this stylish wooden rolling cart I found on Amazon. It will add a lovely warm, rustic vibe to your laundry decor.

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9. Built In Ironing Board

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If you had asked me to store an ironing board in my small laundry I would have rolled my eyes and said, “Good luck finding space for that!”

But, with this genius way to organize, it’s totally possible to keep it handy without cramping your style. Get a DIY fan to make you a built in drawer mount ironing board that you can pull out when needed.

10. Upper Cabinet Storage

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If you’re still looking for storage space in a small laundry – look upwards! You’ll probably see loads of empty space going to waste.

Installing shelving and upper cabinets instantly creates storage areas to hold baskets, bins, crates, or decorative boxes.

This savvy homeowner chose large plastic weave baskets like these to organize all her laundry essentials.

11. Labeled Containers

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Nothing says ‘I am a genius at organization’ better than a neat row of containers with labels.

A set of clip-on labels with like these are ideal for plastic, metal, fabric, or even cardboard containers. Use the included marker to create laundry labels to suit your specific needs.

12. Wall To Wall Hanging Rail

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Are you faced with a small laundry with no cabinets, shelves, or hanging space? Here is a genius way to get organized.

Install a budget-friendly curtain rod like this and you’ll have ample space for drying wet clothes no matter the weather.

13. IKEA Raskog Rolling Cart

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If your laundry room is a chaotic jumble of washing powders, clothes, linen, mismatched socks, and more, you need to take control.

IKEA offers a fabulous range of Raskog 3-tier rolling carts that will help you get organized in no time. These carts are stylish and functional and can easily slip into unused space between appliances.

Find more inspiration with these wonderful IKEA cart hacks to organize your home on a budget!

14. Canisters For Laundry Pods

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In my house, I’m not sure whether we have more laundry pods than coffee pods, but I know we have gazillions of both!

Take a look at this genius way to organize your small laundry. Classic glass canisters add a nostalgic touch and are perfect for storing and displaying pods.

15. Pull Out Drawers

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Here is a genius way to separate and sort the laundry. Pull out drawers are great because they allow you to maximize space in small areas.

The pull out drawers are conveniently located next to the washer and dryer, making them instantly accessible.

16. Wire Baskets

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I love wire baskets for 2 reasons – they look so modern and stylish, and, they allow air to circulate, so you will never have damp, muggy clothes, towels, or linen.

Black wire baskets like these perfectly complement the shiny silver appliances, transforming this small laundry into a stylish space worthy of a magazine cover!

17. Glass Canisters

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Here’s another cool way to use glass canisters to organize your small laundry. Decant laundry pods, scent boosters, dryer sheets, and toss the unsightly boxes they come in.

Stylish glass canisters with black lids like these look neat, clean, and upmarket. And, you can always see where you are running low, before facing that dreaded sight of an empty washing powder box and a heap of dirty laundry.

18. DIY Wall Shelving

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Not all laundry rooms are hidden away – this homeowner has hers located in the hallway!

By installing budget-friendly wall shelving like this against a backdrop of trendy floral wallpaper, she has created a space that her guests can admire.

Matching woven grass baskets, rustic copper canisters, and neatly folded white towels complete the look.

19. Wire Drawer Organizer

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A place for everything and everything in its place. How inspiring is this tidy small laundry?

Note how the tall set of wire drawers fits neatly into a narrow space and provides storage for all the laundry necessities.

I also love the wall hanger for organizing brooms, mops, and window cleaners. They certainly are not like mine, stashed behind the door, waiting to fall over and hit me on the head.

20. Large Glass Dispensers

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The genius idea takes decanting to the next level. How about using large drink dispensers like these to deliver just the right amount of detergent or fabric softener?

They look ultra-stylish and hold enough product to last for a long time ensuring you won’t find yourself running low on essentials when you need them most.

21. Slim Cabinet

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My last genius way to organize a small laundry is this – look for a narrow, small space between appliances and reimagine it as a cabinet.

Plan a fun DIY project with the family to build a cabinet to fit exactly into the space.

Your laundry room will become an organized haven where socks don’t mysteriously disappear, and even those missing ones might just find their way home!

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