Laundry rooms are often functional but not always the most aesthetically pleasing parts of our homes. Unsightly dryer vents and washer water lines can take away from the overall look. If you’re looking for information on how to hide laundry hookups, here’s a creative and practical solution I came up with: adding a shelf with a cute curtain. This method hides everything while still allowing easy access. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you achieve the same look in your laundry area.
How to Hide Laundry Hookups
Materials Needed:
- Scrap wood
- Sticky Fabric Tape
- Mod Podge
- Foam Brush
- Paint Brush Set
- Pin Nailer
- Wooster Paint Brush
- Drill
- Sander Kit
- Jig Saw
- Rip Cut
- Circular Saw
Step 1: Build the Shelf
First, I built a shelf using a long piece of scrap wood I had on hand. I cut it down to size with my circular saw and Kreg rip cut guide. One corner of the shelf remained straight to sit along the wall, while the opposite edge near the window was rounded for a more polished look. I traced an arc for the rounded edge, cut it with a jigsaw, and sanded it down for smoothness. Once the shelf was shaped, I installed it beneath the cabinet above my washer and dryer and painted it to match the cabinet.
Step 2: Prepare the Curtain
For the curtain, I wanted a gathered look, so I got extra fabric. My shelf is about 68 inches long, so I purchased 2.5 yards of fabric to allow for gathering. I measured the length needed for the curtain to just hit the top of my washer and dryer, then cut the fabric to size. I hemmed the top, bottom, and side edges using fabric tape for a clean finish.
Step 3: Attach the Curtain
Starting at one end of the shelf, I applied Mod Podge to the edge and attached the curtain, holding each small section in place for 5-10 seconds to ensure it adhered well. I folded the fabric over slightly to create the gathered effect before attaching the next section. I repeated this process until I reached the other end of the shelf. There was a bit of excess fabric, which I trimmed off.
Step 4: Secure the Curtain
While the Mod Podge held the fabric well, I used my pin nailer to tack the curtain in place for extra security. The pin nails alone wouldn’t hold the fabric since they could pass right through it, so the Mod Podge was essential for a secure hold.
The result is a charming curtain that hides the laundry hookups and adds color and character to the space. Combining the functional shelf and decorative curtain transforms the laundry area into a more appealing part of the home without sacrificing accessibility.
By following these steps, you can easily hide your own laundry hookups and create a more inviting and stylish laundry room.
