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Hi,
I need a little help please. I am about to start a DIY renovation of this bathroom/laundry on a budget. Right now I am struggling with the lack of laundry storage and the small gap between the washing machine and the shower.
I am thinking to save money I will paint the walls and tiles and install a new vanity of the same size. I thought installing a narrower laundry sink and then having a benchtop over the washing machine would be good but I can't find any cabinet on Kaboodle or anywhere else that is designed for a washing machine?
I'm happy to pay for a plumber/electrivian to change the position of the taps/outlet to streamline the laundry section and make every look neater. I'm happy to replace the tiles above the laundry sink as well.
Happy to hear any advice or ideas on how I can transform this space! I'm also wondering what is the best order to do all of this?
Thanks!
Thank you
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Louise88. It's fantastic to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about renovating your laundry.
You might like to start by reading through this helpful guide on How to plan a laundry renovation.
Renovating on a budget is a great way to improve the functionality and appearance of your space without overspending. Your plan to paint the walls and tiles is an excellent cost-saving idea that can freshen up the area significantly. I recommend you check out the Dulux Renovation range of paints.
Replacing the vanity with one of the same size is also a smart move to keep expenses down.
Installing a narrower laundry sink and adding a benchtop over the washing machine is a clever solution to create a more usable workspace while streamlining the look of the room. You’re correct that most standard cabinetry ranges, like Kaboodle, don’t include cabinets designed for washing machines. Typically, the washing machine sits on the floor next to the cabinet, with the benchtop extending over it. A side panel can be used to support the benchtop where the washing machine is placed. This setup is both practical and visually appealing.
If you’re planning to replace the tiles above the laundry sink, it’s worth considering the order of your renovations. Start with repositioning the taps and outlets if needed, as this will require professional help and may disrupt the walls. Next, you can replace the tiles and prep the walls for painting. Afterwards, install the new cabinetry, sink, and benchtop to complete the transformation.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
Hi @Louise88
Here is another version of Mitchell's proposal but with a timber benchtop and shelf. The benchtop is the Specrite 2200 x 600 x 26mm Timber Multi Use Pine Panel. If you are using the Kaboodle 450mm White Base Cabinet the length of the panel should be more than enough to create a waterfall feature. If you purchase another panel, you should be able to create an open cabinet to mount on the wall. The sink is the Estilo Stainless Steel Single Bowl Square Sink.
If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.
Eric
