A List of Some Basic Laundry Room Requirements
Stocking up a laundry room should be thought of and well planned out. Make a list of things you will be needing in your laundry room to stock up the needed equipments. Space is an important factor, as well as the obvious washing machine and ironing table. A good supply of detergent, bleach & stain removers will need to go on the list as well. Having a basic guide can help get a laundry room set up with the needed equipment.
Washing Machine
A good washing machine with dryer will be the basics for the laundry room and equipment. Research on different models and price ranges to see what options fit your needs best. A large family will need a large capacity, heavy-duty option, while a single person living alone can opt for small units. Watch for sales on these large appliances or a package deal for buying the set.
Detergent (Laundry Powder or Liquid)
When it comes to detergent, less is more. Use the least recommended amount of detergent. Adding extra detergent isn't going to get your clothes any cleaner, it will actually cause build-up that will make them dirtier it can actually cause dingy clothes & spoil the washer.
Stain Removers
Stains are inevitable and you will need to have supplies on hand to take care of these stains. A pre-treater, stain remover, and a small brush are all great items to have on hand. Place these items in a bucket near the sink, so that they are ready to use when you are in need of removing a stain. You can also source for stain remover powders that can be mixed with the detergents before loading the laundry into the washing machine.
Ironing Supplies
The dreaded task of ironing will need to be addressed as well if you have items that must be routinely ironed. A good quality ironing table or board and iron will last for a number of years. Spray starch is needed to provide crisp seams. A spray bottle of water to moisten wrinkled items is also useful. A hot pad to put the iron on to cool down will come in handy as well. A cleaner for the iron is also necessary as it removes melted web, fusibles, iron-on interfacings, trims, burned-on synthetics, and coatings caused by excess starch and detergent build-up from iron soleplates.
Laundry Baskets & Hangers
No laundry room equipment list will be complete without an ample supply of hangers and laundry baskets. Sturdy laundry baskets are useful for carrying laundry between two locations in the home.
Clotheslines & Spreaders
Many people still choose to hang their clothes on a clothesline outdoors. Any hardware or home improvement store will have a good quality clothesline. A spreader can also be used to hang the clothes indoor.