Sink base
Plan the cabinet around the selected sink bowl, plumbing and waste while keeping access for future maintenance.
FLAT PACK LAUNDRY CABINETS
Make the utility room useful.
Plan modular laundry cabinets around the washing machine, dryer, sink and daily storage. A clear cabinet run can turn a compact laundry or full utility room into a space that is easier to use and maintain.
WORK AROUND THE APPLIANCES
Measure the machines, not the brochure gap.
Laundries often look simple until hoses, taps, door clearances and appliance ventilation are added. Start with the exact washing machine and dryer models, then organise the cabinets around safe access and the services already in the room.
Record the working constraints
Measure the wall lengths, ceiling height, doors and windows. Mark the hot and cold water, waste, power outlets, floor wastes and exhaust points. Check skirting, cornices, switches and the depth of any nib wall that changes the available cabinet run.
Front-loading appliances need room for their doors and for a person to load them. Top loaders need clear space above. A dryer may need specific ventilation or mounting clearance, so use the manufacturer's information before deciding on overhead storage.
Decide what needs a home
Separate everyday items from occasional storage. Detergent, baskets and cleaning products should be easy to reach, while bulk supplies can sit higher or in a tall cabinet. If the laundry doubles as a mudroom, linen store or utility area, include those functions before filling the wall with cabinets.
- Allow clear access to taps and appliance connections.
- Keep hazardous products away from children and pets.
- Plan a usable sorting or folding surface where space permits.
- Check that cabinet and room doors can open together.
CABINET BUILDING BLOCKS
Use every level of the room.
The right mix depends on appliance placement and how much uninterrupted wall space remains. A small laundry may need only a sink base and overhead cabinets; a larger room can combine drawers, tall storage and a longer benchtop run.
Base storage
Create enclosed storage below the work surface for baskets, supplies and items that need to stay out of view.
Drawer storage
Use drawers for smaller products and frequently handled items that become lost at the back of deep shelves.
Wall cabinets
Add storage above a benchtop or front-loading appliance while preserving floor area in a compact room.
Tall cabinets
Organise brooms, mops, vacuums, linen or bulk products in a dedicated full-height storage zone.
Panels and fillers
Finish cabinet ends and allow practical clearances at walls, corners and beside appliance openings.
A SIMPLE LAUNDRY PLAN
Resolve the room in four passes.
Keep appliance and service decisions ahead of finishes so the cabinet list is based on the way the room must work.
Measure
Capture the room, appliances, plumbing, power, ventilation and opening clearances.
Position
Place the washer, dryer and sink, then protect the access each one requires.
Add storage
Choose base, wall, drawer and tall cabinets to suit the remaining space.
Confirm
Review final range, pricing, availability and supply details before proceeding.
COMPACT OR FULL-SIZE
Let the room set the priority.
For a compact laundry
Protect circulation first. Use wall cabinets for light, frequently used items and consider a continuous surface over front-loading appliances when their installation requirements permit. Avoid forcing in a tall cabinet if it blocks appliance access or makes the room awkward to enter.
A small number of well-placed modules is usually more useful than a crowded plan with narrow leftover spaces.
For a larger utility room
Divide the room into washing, storage and work zones. Tall cabinets can keep cleaning equipment together, while drawers or base cabinets support a folding surface. If the room is also used for coats, shoes or household storage, plan those items as a separate zone rather than mixing them around the sink.
Any plumbing, electrical or ventilation changes should be handled by the relevant qualified trade.
Laundry cabinets in Melbourne
Use modular cabinets for apartment laundries, suburban utility rooms, rental upgrades and larger renovation projects. Provide the project location so practical delivery or pickup details can be confirmed with the order.
Laundry cabinets in Ballarat
Plan compact laundries, family utility rooms and investment-property upgrades using the same measured cabinet-list process. Supply details and any requested extra help are confirmed for the specific Ballarat project.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before choosing the modules.
How do I plan cabinets around a washing machine and dryer?
Use the appliance manufacturer's actual dimensions and clearance requirements. Record water, waste, power and ventilation positions before selecting the surrounding cabinets.
Can flat pack laundry cabinets work in a small room?
Yes, when the modules are selected around door swings, appliance access and circulation space. Wall cabinets and tall storage can make better use of vertical space where clearances allow.
Can I include a laundry sink cabinet?
A sink cabinet can be included where it suits the room, with the final sink, plumbing and cabinet compatibility confirmed before supply.
Can MOD Packs help plan a laundry?
Yes. Send rough measurements, appliance details and a short description through the Plan my room form to start organising the cabinet selection.
RELATED PROJECT GUIDES
Plan the adjoining rooms too.
BUILD THE LAUNDRY LIST
Start with the appliances.
Choose suitable cabinet modules, configure the available options and send the list for final pricing and supply confirmation.