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Concrete Basement Laundry Room

Locating the laundry room in the basement is ideal, as many of the necessary components, such as hot and cold water, and a drain system are already available. This can also be a noisy activity, best isolated from the rest of the house. Some items to consider:

• Floor drain:
  Protect against burst or leaking hoses to and from the washing machine with a floor drain to prevent flooding throughout the basement. This drain will have to be connected to the homes drain system. However, proper installation can be tricky, and is best left to a licensed plumbing contractor.
• Large sink/tub:
  Consider draining the washing machine into a large tub or sink with hot and cold facets. The tub can come in handy for soaking clothes, cleaning large objects, or other household chores.
• Water-resistant floor coverings:
  Paint the concrete slab with a heavy-duty paint, or cover the floor with glue-down vinyl if the slab is smooth and crack-free.

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