Hate laundry day? You're not alone. If you want to make life easier and laundry less of a hassle, check out these service yard ideas to help make the most of it.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>1. Incorporate a utility sink</h3>&nbsp;Depending on the clothes you have and your laundry habits, a small utility sink in the service yard can be helpful for treating stains and handwashing certain clothes like delicates. But it can also be used for a whole host of other purposes including rinsing dirty rags, washing paint brushes or gardening tools, or soaking dirty shoes.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1200/801;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/260a08b3-31db-45db-82c1-7e3af253f803-blob" width="1200" height="801"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/the-interior-lab">The Interior Lab</a>&nbsp;<h3>2. Set aside countertop space</h3>&nbsp;A countertop space in the service yard makes it easy to sort and fold your clothes right after they are dry, so you can quickly put them away in the cupboards. No more procrastinating! You can also use the space for a tabletop ironing board.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1200/800;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/b59d5beb-f155-4cf7-8766-c776146f5575-blob" width="1200" height="800"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/home-philosophy">Home Philosophy</a>&nbsp;<h3>3. Put up a hanging rod</h3>&nbsp;Having a hanging rod is a game-changer for organising all those hangers. It also serves as a convenient drying rack for your miscellaneous items, helping to reduce wrinkles and save you time when it comes to ironing. If you're into DIY, a tension rod can also do the trick. Just make sure it's high enough if you're hanging longer items to avoid them touching the floor.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:960/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/17d6685f-48d7-42dd-9887-f40ccefb67de-blob" width="960" height="1200"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/sumspace">Sumspace Studio</a>&nbsp;<h3>4. Create a laundry hamper system</h3>&nbsp;I've tried sorting and NOT sorting my clothes and I have to say, my clothes just look so much nicer when I separate them into darks and lights! If you're to keep your clothes in good condition but find sorting laundry to be a hassle, setting up separate hampers for darks and lights in the service yard can make it easier for everyone at home to pitch in and help with the sorting.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:800/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/c8c511d8-6685-4a06-9f45-4903dd48de2c-blob" width="800" height="1200"></figure>Design: Carpenters&nbsp;<h3>5. Opt for ventilated storage solutions</h3>&nbsp;If you prefer to keep your machines and other items out of sight in the service yard to reduce visual clutter, be sure to opt for ventilated storage options to avoid the growth of mildew and mould—the laundry room can often be a high humidity area.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1200/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/da3b1710-0c8d-4b06-bac1-2710c46e96d3-blob" width="1200" height="1200"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/comfort-home-renovation">Comfort Home Interior</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:800/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/249ba0e7-eff8-4076-8a6c-3e232a270df4-blob" width="800" height="1200"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:800/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/8811324a-c94d-48c4-a200-662f43bf15cb-blob" width="800" height="1200"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/jesigns-interior-design">Jesigns Interior Design</a>&nbsp;<h3>6. Keep the ironing board within reach</h3>&nbsp;If you're someone who prefers to do all your laundry tasks in one convenient spot, you might want to think about adding a fold-up ironing board into your laundry room. It doesn't take up much space, and it's a handy way to easily access your ironing essentials without having to move your clothes around to a different spot.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:776/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/339fce43-ce82-4ee6-92db-138d44cd688c-blob" width="776" height="1200"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/archive-design">Archive Design</a>&nbsp;<h3>7. Conveniently accessible open shelves for supplies</h3>&nbsp;Open shelves are handy for smaller service yards because they allow you to make the most of vertical space without making the area feel too boxed-in. They also make it easy to grab your laundry supplies. Keep things neat and organised by using similar containers as a holding for bits and bobs.&nbsp; &nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:800/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/9a0beaaa-871b-40ba-838b-04f0f80efb6d-blob" width="800" height="1200"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/ovon-design">Ovon Design</a>&nbsp;<h3>8. A pull-out drawer as a landing space</h3>&nbsp;Running out of room for a countertop? A pull-out drawer can be a convenient solution. It's perfect as a landing spot while you're doing laundry—just slide it out when you need it and tuck it away when you're finished.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:800/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/a3d495a1-d1c9-43d8-bcfa-01f1688a46f1-blob" width="800" height="1200"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/starry-homestead">Starry Homestead</a>&nbsp;<h3>9. Go for side by side if you can</h3>&nbsp;I really like the idea of a stacked washer and dryer if space is limited, but I think a side-by-side design is even better if you have the room. It’s much more convenient, especially for shorter folks moving clothes from the washer to the dryer. Plus, it gives you more options when shopping for appliances and you won't need any extra stacking kit to keep them in place.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:982/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/cb3f55dd-ad48-44ff-af35-6ee72d8539bf-blob" width="982" height="1200"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/ethereall">Ethereall</a>&nbsp;<h3>10. Machines on a pedestal</h3>&nbsp;If you have a bad back or weak knees, you might want to think about putting your washing machine on a pedestal. This way, you won't have to bend down as far to load and unload your laundry.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:972/1200;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/62b85209-499f-4f67-86d3-d40100267f0d-blob" width="972" height="1200"></figure>Design: Make Room

10 Service Yard Ideas to Make Life (and Laundry) Easier

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