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Laundry Room Essentials I Actually Love 🧺

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I finally stopped treating my laundry room like a forgotten closet. Spent a few months upgrading it piece by piece and honestly it's my favorite room now. Here's everything I use.
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Trash Bags That Don't Rip

I used to double-bag everything because cheap bags would split open mid-carry. These actually hold up and some even smell decent.

 
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these flex without tearing. I overstuff them every time and they still hold up 💪
Glad Tall Kitchen Bags
 
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the lavender scent is subtle, not overwhelming. perfect for a laundry room.
Hefty Ultra Strong Scent Free Trash Bags
 
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Target's store brand honestly surprised me. solid quality for the price.
UltraStretch Tall Kitchen Drawstring Trash Bags - Unscented - 13gal/50ct
 
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keeps the lint and dryer sheet smell from getting weird in there
Glad Tall Kitchen Bags
 
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I use the 30 gallon ones for big cleanouts. they're workhorses 🐴
Hefty Strong Multipurpose Large Drawstring Trash Bags - 30gal/36ct

Hampers & Baskets

My old hamper was a sad mesh thing from college. These actually look nice sitting out and they're way more functional.

 
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fits perfectly in that awkward gap between my washer and the wall
1.8bu Open Hamper White - Brightroom
 
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looks like decor but holds a full load. guests never realize it's for dirty clothes lol
Threshold Seagrass Basket | Woven Decorative Storage Baskets
 
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I keep one in each bedroom. they fold flat when not in use which is clutch 🙌
room essentials laundry hamper
 
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sorting lights and darks before laundry day saves me so much time
Divided Laundry Hampers & Baskets
 
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splurged on this one. zero regrets, it's beautiful and sturdy.
Woven Basket Hampers | Water Hyacinth & Cotton Rope

Detergent & Pods 🫧

I've tried SO many detergents over the years. These are the ones I keep coming back to because they actually clean without wrecking my clothes.

 
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the classic. my mom used it, her mom used it. just works.
Tide Laundry Detergent
 
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switched to these when my skin got sensitive. no fragrance, no irritation.
All Unscented Mighty Pacs Free Clear HE Laundry Detergent Pods 60 Pacs
 
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smells incredible and the bottle looks nice sitting on the shelf
Mrs. Meyer's Laundry Detergent - Lavender, 64 fl oz
 
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plant-based and actually gets stains out. I was skeptical at first but it delivers.
Seventh Generation Liquid Laundry Detergent - Free & Clear - 90 fl oz
 
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if you want your clothes to SMELL like they just got washed, this is it 👃
Gain Flings Original

Organization Stuff

Everything used to just sit on top of the dryer in a messy pile. A few bins and shelves later and I feel like a functioning adult.

 
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doubled my storage instantly. wish I'd gotten it sooner.
31'' Stackable Shelf Black - Brightroom
 
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mounted this above the washer for detergent and dryer sheets
threshold wall shelf
 
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I label mine with a marker. one for rags, one for cleaning supplies, one for random socks 🧦
12" x 12" x 8" All Purpose Open Front Storage Bin - Brightroom
 
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hung my ironing board and lint roller on these. no drilling needed.
3M Command Hooks
 
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keeps all the little stuff together. stain sticks, clothespins, all of it.
mDesign : Shower Caddies: Shelves & Organizers

Cleaning Supplies

The irony of a dirty laundry room is not lost on me. I keep these stocked so it stays fresh in there.

 
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quick mop between loads. takes like 3 minutes and the floor stays clean 🧹
Swiffer WetJet Floor Mop Starter Kit
 
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I use the pink grapefruit one. smells amazing and actually cuts through grime.
Method Pink Grapefruit All Purpose Cleaner Refill - 68 fl oz
 
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wipe down the washer lid and dryer door weekly. takes 30 seconds.
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Variety Pack
 
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saved a white shirt I thought was done for. just soaked it overnight and boom, good as new.
OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover Powder
 
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way better than paper towels. I toss them in the wash when they get gross.
Lint Free Cleaning Cloth | Microfiber & Reusable Options

Nice Little Extras

These aren't necessities but they made the whole laundry experience feel less like a chore and more like a vibe.

 
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toss one in the dryer and everything comes out smelling like a spa 🪻
Lavender Sachets | Air Fresheners & Room Sprays
 
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replaced dryer sheets with these. clothes dry faster and they last forever.
Woolzies Wool Dryer Balls 3XL
 
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perfect for hanging stuff that can't go in the dryer
Brightroom Over-the-Door Racks | Hooks & Storage Solutions
 
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I put folded towels in this. makes me feel weirdly accomplished.
Threshold Woven Products: Baskets, Rugs, & Storage
 
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folds up small. I use it for delicates and workout clothes almost daily.
Room Essentials - Dish Drainer & Drying Rack