Utility rooms may not have a reputation for glamour, but they're certainly practical pockets of joy: somewhere to hide noisy washing machines, neatly store laundry essentials and keep endless piles of washing out of sight (not to mention they're excellent spots for pet beds).
If a walk-in utility isn't on the cards (the average costs around £7,000), one of our favourite retailers has just launched a chic freestanding utility cabinet that proves practical storage can still look stylish — and it's right at the top of our wish list.
Dunelm's wooden Olney utility cabinet (£499) comes complete with drawers, hooks, shelves, and more to store your utility essentials. In soft grey with shaker-style cupboard fronts, it boasts ample room for vacuum cleaners, brooms, baskets or cleaning supplies in need of a new home. There might not be room for a washing machine, but it's a storage saviour for those in need of extra space.
It measures H 180.5cm x W 104.9cm x D 46.7cm, and is perfect to place against an unused corner of your home. Another advantage is that it can be easily moved, which is great news if a relocation is ever in your future.
'The Olney utility cabinet (£499) is a versatile storage solution for household essentials. It includes a spacious interior for cleaning equipment, a storage rack, and hooks on the door for added convenience,' say the team at Dunelm. 'With its sturdy structure and thoughtful design, this cabinet is perfect for utility rooms or organised living spaces.'
It's already received rave reviews from customers, with one lady saying: 'As our house has very little built-in storage, I needed something that I could put cleaning stuff away in, especially the vacuum, instead of keeping it in the spare bedroom. This utility cabinet does the job nicely. Very sturdy! It's also a very stylish piece of furniture.'
Another added: 'This is a fantastic, spacious and sturdy cupboard that provides ample space.'
We're sold.
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