A utility sink makes laundry day easier and gives you a place to clean items too dirty for your kitchen.

A laundry room sink provides so much more than a place to pre-soak stained clothing. Usually deeper than a kitchen sink, these utility room basins can handle some of your biggest cleaning challenges. Dump dirty mop water here, give your houseplants a deep soak, and rinse off muddy rain boots. The laundry sink may even become your favorite place to give the dog a bath.

If you’ve ever had a laundry sink, a laundry room is likely to feel bare without one. Even small laundry room layouts often have enough room for an undermount utility sink. Check out the following laundry room sink ideas and discover the most functional and stylish options for your laundry room.

1. Small Laundry Room Sink Ideas

Having a small laundry room doesn’t mean that you have to forget about a utility sink. If you don’t have the counter space or floor space for a big sink, many companies make smaller versions of traditional laundry sink designs. Look for narrow rectangular or small square drop-in sinks that retain the depth that makes a utility sink such a wonderful thing. You can also find smaller versions of freestanding utility sinks if you prefer that style.

Often, you can create room for a laundry sink by switching to a stacking washer and dryer. Fitting side-by-side laundry machines into a small space can be a challenge that’s eliminated with stacking models. Freeing up space for a sink and more storage is always a win.

If there’s room for a cabinet beneath your small laundry room sink, it’s wise to add one to maximize storage. Don’t worry about a small sink and cabinet eliminating any available countertop space. You can DIY a simple wooden sink cover board to convert your sink into work space when it’s not in use. This video will show you how: