New European laundry installation

[Codey]

A new European-style laundry built from scratch featuring floating shelves and subway tiles.

• The project
• Steps
• Tools and materials
• How to plan a laundry renovation
• More inspiration for small laundry projects

The project

A laundry build from scratch.

Steps

Step 1

First up was the demolition stage and relocating the electrical and water outlets.

Step 2

After installing the new walls, waterproofing and tiling, I added the floating shelves. Then I added the new door jams and doors that match the rest of the house.

Step 3

Finally, I installed the laundry cabinet and brought in the washer and drier. Even though I put in a heat pump drier, I decided to also install an extractor fan.

Here's the finished product:

Tools and materials

Materials used in the project:

• Wall tiles
• Floor tiles
• Paint
• Fiber cement
• Light fixtures
• Bunnings cabinet
• Acacia benchtop
• Laundry tub and fixings
• Floating shelves
• Angle grinder tile cutting blades
• Waterproofing.

Tools used in the project:

• Orbital sander
• Drill
• Circular saw
• Angle grinder.

How to plan a laundry renovation

With research and planning, you can turn your laundry into an efficient and even welcoming space. Check out the guide How to plan a laundry renovation by experienced member Adam.

Adam has also shared a comprehensive series How to renovate a European-style laundry, complete with video.

More inspiration for small laundry projects

Bunnings Workshop member ordinary-home completed a small laundry renovation including hanging clothes rail.

Community member Amelia renovated a compact laundry in guest bathroom.

Get more inspiration for your home from our community's Top 10 most popular laundry projects.

[roximn]

@Codey 

Looks fantastic. 
What specific floating shelf did you use?

[Codey]

@roximn 

Thanks mate,

It was from bunnings, thay have a metal rods which the shelf slides onto. 

Sorry I don't have the exact product for you.

Codey

[MitchellMc]

Hi @roximn,

It appears @Codey might have been the Flexi Storage Decorative Shelving 600 x 38 x 240mm White Gloss Floating Shelves.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

[Marktay]

Looks awesome!! Hey @Codey and also @MitchellMc  - did those floating shelves hold up OK with laundry detergent etc? Can take a bit of weight? and moisture from the dryer? 

Also, how did you drill them into the tiles? Do I need a special drill bit? 

Cheers, 

[Noyade]

G'day @Marktay 

I am rather artificial and of low intelligence, but when the one stars outnumber the five stars and Bunnings own AI generated review is this - I personally would avoid if you want to store large 4 litre bottles of laundry liquid. 

I do have a design that will - but it requires steel fabrication that is 'hidden' somewhat.

Cheers.

[JacobZ]

Hi @Marktay,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is wonderful to have you with us.

Unfortunately, only @Codey would be able to answer your questions about the floating shelves, but knowing the quality of his work, I imagine they would be holding strong.

I can't say for certain what he has done, but drilling into tile does require a special drill bit depending on the type of tile. There are a variety of tile bits for different materials. I imagine these tiles are ceramic, so a ceramic tile bit would be the way to go.

Jacob

[Codey]

@Marktay  

Mine have been just fine. I drilled them directly into the timber and tiled around them. The wall tiles were just the right size to avoid unnecessary cutting. 

Because this laundry in enclosed, I invested in a heat pump dryer. This ensures no condensation builds up. I also installed an extractor fan (in case future occupants don't have a heat pump dryer).

Hope this helps.  

@Codey