Is your laundry room cluttered with piles of laundry, half-empty detergent bottles, and that one rogue sock you can never find a match for? You’re not alone.

A clean, organized laundry room doesn’t just look better, it makes your household run smoother. Here’s a step-by-step guide to declutter, organize, and streamline your laundry routine.

Step 1: Clear It Out

Take everything out of your cabinets, shelves, and storage areas. Wipe down all surfaces, and don’t forget to check behind the washer and dryer. You might even find long-lost socks or dropped coins hiding back there!

💡 Pro tip: Use this time to deep-clean sticky detergent residue and sweep or vacuum behind your machines.

Step 2: Group Like Items Together

Before you put anything back, sort items into clear categories. This will make it easier to create designated zones in your laundry room.

Common Laundry Room Categories:

• Cleaning Supplies: Surface sprays, specialty cleaners, floor cleaners, sponges, rags

• Apparel Care: Iron, steamer, lint roller, sewing kit, fabric care products

• Laundry Care: Detergent, bleach, stain remover, dryer sheets or balls

Additional Categories (if space allows):

• Pet supplies

• Light bulbs, batteries, flashlights

• Candles & air fresheners

• Basic tools and household maintenance items

Step 3: Organize & Label

Now that you’ve sorted & decluttered, it’s time to get your space organized! Check out these 3 tips to help you set up systems that will work for you:

• Give your most-used items prime real estate, within easy reach

• Use clear bins or well-labeled containers for a clean, functional look

• Decant laundry supplies into matching jars or bottles for a more polished, spa-like vibe

Step 4: Maximize Every Inch

If your laundry room is lacking space or storage, you’ll need to think vertically and creatively! Use these tips below to ensure you are utilizing every inch:

Between the Washer & Dryer:

• Add a slim rolling cart for detergent, stain removers, and other essentials

• Use magnetic storage for lint collection or dryer sheets

• Store small ironing boards or step stools tucked away, but easy to grab

On the Walls & Door:

• Hang hooks to store your ironing board vertically

• Install a door organizer to hold cleaning supplies

• Use a collapsible wall-mounted drying rack for delicates

Laundry Room Favorites

Looking for product recommendations to help you get started? Check out my Laundry Room Favorites post for links to bins, baskets, & all my favorite organizing products!

 Your laundry room might not be the most glamorous space in your home, but keeping it organized can make daily chores so much more manageable 🙌🏼

A few hours of focused decluttering, smart storage solutions, and labeling can transform your laundry room from a cluttered catch-all into a functional, efficient space 🫶🏼

Need help creating a Laundry Room that works for your family? Let’s Chat!