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15 Stylish + Practical Laundry Room Countertop Ideas

Amp up the functionality of your laundry room with stylish countertops that will give you extra space for sorting, folding and storing.

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Look for Durable Solutions

The copper-colored laundry room of the HGTV Dream Home 2021 is as warm as it is hardworking. An engineered quartz countertop is an ultra-durable choice for laundry rooms, since it's non-porous, stain-resistant and antibacterial. Matte black hardware pairs with platinum gray cabinets to balance the autumnal hue of the space.

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Go Classic With White

This home's attic has been transformed into a spacious laundry room, complete with dual washers and dryers. Pretty aqua cabinets are topped with bright white quartz countertops and backsplash. Playful wallpaper, by Lilly Pulitzer for Kravet, sets a whimsical scene.

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Embrace the Natural

For this farmhouse-inspired laundry room, crisp white cabinets are paired with black pulls and knobs in a chic juxtaposition. Butcher block countertops deliver instant warmth to the mostly white space. Wood countertops are easy to maintain, typically more affordable and durable. Plus, if you seal them, they're waterproof.

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Be Bold

This monochromatic laundry room makes bold design choices by combining black appliances with ebony cabinets and countertops. Marble hexagon floor tiles bring lightness to the room so it doesn't feel too oppressive, while an emerald green backsplash and floor detailing add to the overall moody aesthetic.

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Max Out Your Organization

Don't miss an opportunity to add extra counterspace in your laundry room. In this cottage-inspired space, a small wooden countertop is installed above the washer and dryer for an additional folding and storage area. Making the most of the nook beside the appliances, designer Ashley Gilbreath includes a petite sink surrounded by a marble counter.

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Stand By

Sometimes your countertops are the star of the room, and other times, they play the supporting role. In this laundry room, the black countertops allow the green cabinets below to really shine. Upper white cabinets and glossy subway tiles create a striking balance.

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Coordinate With Your Appliances

Serenely cool, this laundry room is a breath of fresh air. Stainless steel countertops reflect the finish of the washer and dryer, bringing in a modern note. Stain and rust resistant, stainless steel is perfect for tackling your laundry pile — no matter what you're working with. Another bonus to this material is that installation is easier than most countertops, since you don't have to account for the sealing process.

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Boost Your Functionality

Even if you're working with a small laundry closet, a countertop can maximize the use of your space. A counter forms a solid surface above the front load appliances for folding clothes, organizing cleaning supplies or stacking hampers. Tiny metallic tiles establish a moment of glam in this utilitarian space.

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Refine the Edges

Instead of leaving the space next to the appliances open, designer Harmony Weihs added built-in cabinets for additional storage. A waterfall countertop delivers a crisp finish to the cabinetry.

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Create a Seamless Look

A colorful green door opens up to a crisp and clean laundry room, all in white. When working with a monochromatic color palette, mix up the textures and finishes to keep your space from looking dull. Squared-off countertops couple with a combo of flat-fronted drawers and latticed cabinet doors.

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Add Grandeur on a Budget

Natural stone countertops infuse a space with an earthy quality. While natural stone, like granite and marble, often has a bigger price tag than its fellow countertop options, installing stone in small spaces allows you to get the luxe look for less.

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Keep It Simple

Opt for an uncomplicated solution, like a wood or laminate countertop, that can be quickly positioned over your washer and dryer — instantly doubling your surface area. Floating shelves introduce essential and easy access storage in this small laundry room.

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Find Versatility in Laminate

One of the more budget-friendly options, laminate countertops are easy to clean and stain resistant. They also come in a wide variety of colors, patterns and styles, so you're able to select the exact countertop you want.

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Hover Above

A floating countertop gives you all the benefits of a surface along with ample open space underneath for laundry baskets, pet crates or stowing muddy boots. Soft gray walls are trimmed in bright white for a calm environment to take on those growing laundry piles.

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Level Up

Standard cabinets are shorter than most washers and dryers, especially if they sit on storage drawers. To create a seamless look, simply raise up your countertops, using the same materials and finishes. Marble counters and flooring bring a note of luxe into this practical space.

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