Quick And Easy DIY Laundry Counter

I bought a piece of trim, cut it to size and nailed it in place with some finish nails. Another coat of paint over the trim and it was much better!

Here is the finished look. Now nothing falls between or behind the machines anymore, I have a large and sturdy counter surface to set laundry baskets, launder detergent, or pretty much anything else I want to set on it. I can use it for folding clothes and it’s so sturdy I can stand on it to dust my open shelves or replace the decor.

Supplies and Measurements

• 2 – 2×4 cut at 31.5″
• 1 – 2×4 cut at 11″ (for left of my water faucets. This will vary depending on location)
• 1 – 2×4 cut at 37″ (for right of my water faucets. This will vary depending on location)
• 2 – 2×4 cut at 43″ for middle support
• 2 – 2×4 cut at 27″ for middle support
• 1 – 1×4 cut at 62″
• 6 – 1×6 cut at 62″
• Piece of trim cut at 62″
• #8 2.5″ screws for securing frame to walls
• Drywall anchors if unable to attach to wall studs
• #8 2″ screws for attaching countertop boards
• Finish nails for attaching trim
• Wood Stain
• Interior Paint or Chalk Paint
• Polyurethane, Satin finish