The Laundry Doesn't Have to Be Boring
I'll be honest. The laundry is the room that usually gets forgotten when people are decorating their home. You focus on the living room, the hallway, the bedroom. The laundry gets a coat of paint and maybe a shelf if you're lucky.
But here's the thing. You walk through that room every single day. Sometimes multiple times. And if it looks a bit grim, that's a small hit to your mood every time. So why not fix it?
A single well-chosen print can completely change how a small utility space feels. Not in a "magazine shoot" way. Just in a real, practical "I actually like being in here now" way. Coastal wall art in particular works really well in laundries because the colours are bold, the subject matter is instantly relaxing, and a beach print brings a bit of the outside in, even when you're stuck inside sorting socks.
So let's talk about how to do it properly.
Why Coastal Art Works So Well in Small Rooms
Small rooms need something with presence. A tiny, forgettable print disappears on a laundry wall. But a properly sized piece of beach wall art with real colour and detail? That actually reads well in a compact space.
I shoot all of my prints personally at real Australian locations. These aren't stock images pulled from a library. When someone puts a Point Addis Art Print I on their wall, they're looking at a specific morning at a specific beach. That kind of specificity makes art feel real, not decorative.
In a laundry, where every other surface is functional, that contrast is actually a feature. The art becomes the one thing in the room that's there just because it's good.
Getting the Size Right in a Tight Space
Most laundries have narrow walls, awkward windows, or shelving that eats into your hanging space. So sizing matters more here than almost anywhere else in the house.
My S size (29.7x42cm) and M size (42x59.4cm) are the sweet spot for laundry walls. Small enough to fit between shelves or above a bench, big enough to actually make an impact. The XS is an option if you're really working around a tight spot, but go as large as you can fit. A bigger print always reads better than you expect.
Check out my size guide if you want to see the exact dimensions laid out before you order.
Which Frame Works Best in a Laundry?
Laundries can have humidity fluctuations, so I'd steer most people toward the shadow box frame. It's my most popular frame option for good reason. The print sits behind 2mm clear glass with a 20mm gap between the glass and the print, which creates a subtle floating effect that looks really sharp. The frame itself is solid FSC certified plantation timber, available in black, white or oak. It comes with a 10-year warranty and is built to last.
If your laundry gets a lot of natural light coming in, you might want to consider the premium shadow box instead. It uses Tru Vue Museum Glass with 99% UV protection and virtually no glare or reflections. Worth it if the light hits the wall directly. You can read more about it at the product guide.
The floating frame canvas is another good option if your laundry is naturally bright. No glass means zero reflections at all, and the 400gsm Hahnemuhle Daguerre canvas looks great in casual, well-lit spaces.
What to Put On the Wall
Pick somewhere you actually love. The laundry is a functional room, so the art should at least take your mind somewhere better. That's the whole point.
Some of my most popular beach prints australia for smaller spaces include the Wye River Art Print I, which is one of those shots that just makes you want to drop everything and drive down the coast. The colours are bold and the composition is clean. It reads really well in a compact frame.
If you're in Victoria and love the Surf Coast, the Bells Beach Art Print I is a strong seller for a reason. It's iconic without being cliche, and the aerial perspective gives it a scale that you don't see in most coastal photography.
For something from Queensland, my Rainbow Bay Art Print I works really well in smaller spaces. The colour contrast in that one is bold and it's the kind of print that catches people's eye the moment they walk in.
Take the Coast Home (Even Into the Laundry)
The laundry might be the last room you'd think to decorate. But it's also the room where a single good print makes the biggest relative difference. You spend more time in there than you think, and looking at a beach you love is always better than looking at a blank wall.
All my prints are made to order and shipped free anywhere in Australia from Victoria. They're printed with archival giclee inks on quality art paper, framed in FSC certified timber, and built to last. No mass production. No generic stock shots. Just real Australian coastal photography printed properly and delivered to your door, ready to hang.
Browse the full range of coastal wall art australia and find the print that belongs in your space.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size wall art should I get for a laundry?
For most laundries, an S (29.7x42cm) or M (42x59.4cm) print is the right call. These sizes are large enough to have real presence without overwhelming a narrow wall or competing with shelving. Measure your available wall space first, then go as large as you can comfortably fit.
Is it okay to put art in a laundry with humidity?
Yes, as long as you choose a framed print rather than an unframed one. Framed prints behind glass are well protected. All Local Breaks frames use archival materials designed not to fade or yellow, and the timber frames are solid FSC certified plantation timber built to last. If your laundry is particularly steamy, keep the print away from direct moisture and you'll be fine.
What type of frame is best for a small utility room?
The shadow box frame is a great choice for a laundry. The print sits behind 2mm clear glass with a 20mm gap creating a floating shadow effect, and it comes in black, white or oak to suit most spaces. If your laundry gets direct sunlight on the walls, the premium shadow box with Tru Vue Museum Glass offers 99% UV protection and is worth the upgrade.
What kind of beach prints australia work in a casual, functional space?
Bold, colourful coastal prints tend to work really well in utility spaces because they create a genuine contrast with the functional surroundings. Location-specific prints from places you actually love are a strong choice because every time you walk in, the print takes your mind somewhere good. Aerial perspective shots like my Wye River and Bells Beach prints have a clean, graphic quality that reads well in smaller rooms.
Got questions? Reach out any time. I'm always happy to help you find the right print for your space.
