Utility room shelving ideas for extra storage support

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Utility room shelving ideas can provide extra storage support (Image credit: Searle & Taylor)

When it comes to utility rooms, utility room shelving ideas are an essential part of ensuring this practical room performs to the best of its ability. Having a home for every item you need will require a variety of different fixtures and fittings, with shelving being one of them.

They are also a strong contender as one of the best storage supports. As well as fulfilling a role inside your cupboards they can also be used to make the most out of wall space where additional cupboards would prove to be too cumbersome.

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Nadine Chadwick

Nadine Rowley is Marketing Manager at Nolte Kitchens UK, working across retail, contracts and B2B business divisions giving her an in-depth insight into all the elements involved in creating the perfect kitchen or utility room that functions well and looks great.

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Tom Howley

Tom has spent over 20 years designing bespoke kitchen and utility rooms designed to work in harmony with a client's lifestyle, making him an expert on knowing just how to create a functional but beautiful space that meets your needs.

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Sarah is Homebuilding & Renovating’s Assistant Editor and joined the team in 2024. An established homes and interiors writer, Sarah has renovated and extended a number of properties, including a listing building and renovation project that featured on Grand Designs. Although she said she would never buy a listed property again, she has recently purchased a Grade II listed apartment. As it had already been professionally renovated, she has instead set her sights on tackling some changes to improve the building’s energy efficiency, as well as adding some personal touches to the interior.

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