TINY LAUNDRY CLOSET MAKEOVER | aesthetic & functional solutions

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Kelsey's “laundry room” is actually just a double doored closet in her basement bathroom, that also stores a hot water heater, furnace, and a ton of exposed pipes. This is her main bathroom, and the closet doors are often open, especially when there is a load in the wash, so she has finally come to the unfortunate realization that it’s just not realistic to expect the door to be closed. So the time has come to make it look a bit prettier.
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MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
Tin tile : bit.ly/46ljncK
Cutoff Tool : bit.ly/45np1d0
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VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 - intro
1:01 - the plan
2:40 - custom laundry machine countertop & floating shelves
8:21 - the sorry girls book club
10:18 - installing floating shelves in my laundry closet
12:35 - covering exposed walls
21:30 - final touches
23:51 - the big reveal
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VIDEO CREDITS
Host & Creative :
Art Assistant :
Producer : Nina Pikula
Video Editors: Nick Liske & Justin Abalos
Social Media : Andrea Zombori & Melanie Parkinson
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[@rockylily36]

Anyone else wants to see a makeover at Rachelle’s house?

[@rocioiribe5841]

oh it's eventually coming you know it.

[@leslieschmitt7749]

Yes!!! ❤

[@bukysola]

YES!

[@SweetDeal13]

Yesssssss

[@wendylawton8274]

Love Rachelle!

[@bripatrick]

I love how Canadian Kelsey gets when her parents come to visit 😂😂

[@thiscrudematter]

I was counting the Ehs between Kelsey and her Dad 🥰😂

[@defygravity74]

Came here to say this 😆

[@carolb801]

I was just thinking that very same thing ❤❤❤

[@deannahenley179]

I was coming to comment this ❤

[@MoominAlanna]

I was going to comment they ay!

[@skylarberry3754]

Rachelle is hands down the most valuable member of the team, I hope she knows how great she is!

[@JL11775]

Beautiful makeover! Rochelle is such a great addition to the team. She’s been able to elevate so many projects for you all. Well done, ladies!

[@TheSorryGirls]

she really is

[@el-can]

Rochelle is so skilled! I have so much to learn from her 💞 Thank you all for being so inspiring for women who want to be handy and build things around the house!

[@pawsitivecultr]

Love having Rochelle as one of the SGs! It really does make a huge difference having her on

[@user-sx5fc2nk6q]

ROCHELLE IS THEEEE GOAT 🐐 Soooooo talented. We need more Rochelle content pleasee. Y’all should do a full makeover of her place like in the old videos. Btw are we ever going to get some more space makeovers for the fans?? I love those videos so much

[@lexi7342]

I love the little “aye’s” between you and your parents ❤😂

[@TheSorryGirls]

literally just watched that section back and didn't even realize that it was said that many times LOL eh?

[@karleeslattery]

Haha same with the Canadian viewers.. didn't even notice lol

[@Dexy83]

My Mom used to get so annoyed because I never remembered to shut the laundry room door. Now that I have my own house, and I notice the door is open, I take it as a sign from my Mom saying hi. 😂

[@nicciostrander6287]

❤❤❤

[@mikebrownlow4362]

I love how Rochelle is always helping everyone out. She seems so knowledgeable and clever!

[@mindys5555]

#1 most supportive dad. He was so impressed by every detail

[@uriemaniac]

I love how Kelsey's dad is always so amazed and proud of these projects!

[@sydneydeanne583]

Rochelle is amazing!! She absolutely is crushing it in all these videos.

[@Shatterspeed]

I know! I'm so glad she gets the recognition she deserves.

[@heatherklosterkemper7655]

As an American, I love hearing your Canadian accents and way of talking… “eh?”. ❤ I love the magnet idea as well!

[@leadupont8588]

The amount of ''eh?" her father said in the 2 minutes he was on video 😂😂

[@AMDen81]

I was thinking the same thing when Kelsey was showing her parents. Made me smile. Such a subtle but noticeable difference from American English.

[@roderina]

This one was a real "trust the process" type of makeover lol Great job!

[@TheSorryGirls]

those are my favourite honestly

[@karenseibert5214]

How did you ever make it this far without Rochelle? She's your Norm! (This Old House OG) - love to see more of her work. Clever job, Kelsey. Appreciate your can-do attitude!

[@TheBatmAnne]

"Darn, that is nice!" - the highest praise a dad can offer :)

[@yachii112]

Your parents reaction to the space was priceless. They were as excited as you were

[@el-can]

They were so cute! 🤗

[@jalenc1997]

I guess you really never are too old to show off your projects to mom and dad ❤

[@jonnalange4886]

So amazed every time by how talented Rochelle is! She is doing difficult tasks with such ease. 👏🏽

[@Ruerue94]

My heart melted when mom and dad came by to see the reveal ❤

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

I’ve never heard of a bulk refill center. That’s pretty nice! I use laundry detergent sheets-in a cardboard box-no plastic!

[@OasismyParadise]

I love how more gleeful and excited Kelsey’s dad gets! Also his laugh reminds me of the Skype laughter chain 😂❤

[@reeverb07]

I love Rochelle! She is so hard working and her vibe is just ✨

[@andreanasato245]

Who’s with me and want to call that kind of shelf made by Rochelle the “Roshelf”?

[@02semira07]

I love kelseys dad! He is so proud and then he goes and rub his hand over the self like its a gem. ☺️

[@rileysie]

Being on the sorry girls team might be the best job ever! Everyone you bring on gets to learn so many practical skills while getting comfortable in front of a camera with the support of veterans, it’s honestly perfect

[@heidisilinsky1821]

Looks great! Way better. You took the "basement" feel out of it for sure. Very clever problem solving to put things up, but be able to remove them easily. Well done and inspirational as always!

[@Kt-cn2rq]

This I love how realistic you are with this laundry room. Mine is in the garage for some reason they have washer and trying not next to each other. So annoying 😄

[@okaylee17]

every time I watch you guys I get the urge to rearrange my room lol

[@TheSorryGirls]

hahah me

[@aisuzuki5785]

SAME!!!

[@partlyironic]

I feel like rachelle could fix my entire life. what an incredibly intelligent and competent ray of sunshine.

[@phyllisstein1837]

I'm confused by the magnets to hold the tile up and then the screws through the tile to hold the clothes bar up??? Doesn't that defeat the purpose of the magnets??? How do you get the tile down now??? Remove the clothes bar???

[@planningkitten]

That’s exactly what I thought 😅 like if you need to remove the screws from the pipe to take the ceiling down why not just use screws for the entire thing ?

[@mariapizzaa]

This is so cool! I love how you kept the industrial metal vibes but made it look classy with the faux tin tile! It's like the perfect space. Also, making the sheeting magnetic was genius! This looks more aesthetic than so many pinterest/tiktok laundry rooms, AND more functional too!

[@tweetesther]

Lovely design Kelsey, it marries well with the industrial language f the space and the warmth from the wood is the perfect compliment. Inspired by your skills Rochelle! Nuff respect

[@caesar98]

I'm at a place where there's nothing else I could do to my rental apartment so watching Making Home is like a renovation/decorating fix. I really like Kelsey's style and look forward to see more!

[@jessiestinks]

Rachelle again being the DIY queen & foing that heavy lifting

[@helenamirian908]

She literally did 90% of the work 😅

[@jasonc422]

That’s how I found y’all was through the DIY storage days!! This makeover definitely elevates the space and gives it more intention!! ❤❤❤

[@jennikinnunen1221]

The Sorry Girls channel has one of the most inspiring things in my life. It led me to study to become a carpenter, and that in fact led me to towards to my very biggest dreams in a whole another sector. So, thank you. Thank you SO much

[@cvonsutphen]

*Magnets on the Tin Sheeting* . Genius Solution! I will be sharing this video with a friend of mine who has an industrial style basement space. This might be cost prohibitive for a large space but looks so much better than a drop ceiling. Well done Team SG!

[@solitahearts]

As a French Canadian, I’ve always wondered if the Canadian « Eh » was an actual thing - then your dad started complimenting your laundry room 😂

[@k9spot1]

Dang purely functional spaces like that are the ones I appreciate most when they’re beautiful like that

[@hadiy101]

Love your dad saying “aye” at the end of sentences and then you mirroring him haha! Very Canadian ❤

[@carlyh6913]

You nailed this makeover, I swear you girls are legit diy guru's at this point, making spaces look expensive for very little money. Side bar: Kelsey's parents are so stinking cute, the way they thought it was a hoot to be part of the reveal and dad was mad impressed

[@ShM3]

Rechelle is so professional and fast👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

[@mmessi72]

I'm a huge fan of that magnet solution. It's a great idea for spaces where you need accessibility but you still want to style the space.

[@Crowned_ladyd]

6:46 ❤❤❤ YASS the Ashanti breakdown we all needed! More of Rashelle

[@louisahenso3283]

This should be in Rochelle's playlist as she did most of the heavy lifting. She's so talented!

[@yvonnedefoor9823]

This is beautiful. You took an eyesore and made a diamond. And you and your dad are precious. I love how your accent came out when you responded to him.

[@Ameelz]

Kelsey’s dad is so Canadian with all those “eh”s and it cracked me up how Kelsey started saying it too

[@CaliMel184]

It turned out so great! I love that you also have normal person things like hand written labels on stuff.

[@debbierosa9572]

Wow this was such a practical aesthetic upgrade!

[@Muva_Candi]

I had to pause this video from my tv, come to my phone to comment … This video is RIGHT ON TIME! I just looked at my tiny laundry closet hoping to make more aesthetic functionality and here you come with this video 🥹🥹 This why I’ve been loving The Sorry Girls for years 🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@donnabacon4681]

How wonderful that you have parents that are supportive! Great job all around. The magnetic ceiling is ingenius! What a clever design! Enjoy your weekend!! xxoo

[@rachelmclean5122]

One, I adore Rochelle's karaoke break, we need more of them! Two, love the space, Kelsey, it looks so good. Three, how are your parents so adorable?? Like, every time your parents appear, they're so supportive and happy for you :)

[@cocoloco9173]

The way your mom says fancy is the way you say it exact tone and all❤

[@vicksoth]

Honestly mind blown!!!! Very awesome how you were able to turn this utility room into a lovely visual element that meshes great with the rest of the bathroom and home!!!!

[@nikkikoz4720]

Tomorrow Tomorrow and Tomorrow is so good no matter how old you are, but if you are an 80s kid this book will hit so hard

[@litwin707]

Bulk stores are the BEST! 🙌🏽 Love, love the laundry room! Makes me want to redecorate my as well.

[@user-jw8yq2kd4y]

What a brilliant transfor.ation, love the magnet hack. Also really enjoyed how excited and proud you were to show mum and Dad your lau dry space. Well done Kelsey (and Rochelle)!

[@vroniv9]

One of my favourites!!!❤🎉 This is ao smart and functional and beautiful!!! I love that it's not just interior design but actually usable in day to day life

[@jakob9585]

Omggg this was such a trust the process video because I wasnt sold until the few final minutes. This is beautiful!!!

[@winternight8813]

This project looks great and so practical! I wish I had a Rachelle in my life!! She is a joy to see in any SG vid.

[@kendranelson9748]

I love Kelsey’s parents. They’re so sweet. 🥹

[@Livmywayforever]

Ur dad is so Canadian!!!! The natural "aye" is adorable

[@KayDubs77]

Your parents are precious! Great job on the makeover!

[@abideanddwell]

Your parent’s reactions are so precious 🥹

[@malin7928]

This is an insane makeover, I was left speechless 😂 It looks like a fancy hotel suite now

[@ShM3]

It always made me sad that before,every time you showed this laundry told us , you are not ganna do anything here and now I’m so happy 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 great solution and so beautiful 🤩

[@lindseynicholls4625]

Soooo cute! Also LOVE how Canadian your parents are! They’re the best 🥰

[@jayena]

I love how proud Dad is at the end! Great job :)

[@kimberlyjoy9835]

i literally lol’d at that “lol science part” 😂

[@terrythomas2735]

This is the most impressive video I’ve seen in a long time❣️Your laundry room is beautiful.

[@pocojayla]

One day I strive to be as good with a drill like Rochelle! At this point that's all that matters to me!

[@lkhorvath4]

So glam and industrial. I love how you pull things together. Eeh

[@rosevanstaden4562]

So vining with this style! Think your dad was way more impressed. Well done ladies!

[@hollyhasegawa6095]

Oh gosh Kelsey, that laundry room makeover is fabulous I really love the vibe it has, that metal that you used on the wall and ceiling is perfect looking and also that beautiful butcher block on top of your washer and dryer seem perfect as well. It really does look great when the doors are left open. Rachelle is so amazing at the help she gave you to get started on this makeover and that floating shelf is also so wonderful and you have those baskets that make that space so great and functional. Thanks so much for this really great video that was a lot of fun to watch. I wish you great days and blessings, sending love and hugs, bye! 😂🥰🤗💞💜💜

[@BSWVI]

I am such a fan of this series. I'm proud to say that at least a couple of my nieces and nephews went to the same high school as Kelsey!! (Not at the same time, as far as we can tell though)

[@roadtriptheworld6987]

Omg your parents are sooo sweet!!! Also you sound more Canadian with them “aye” hehe love it!!! ❤❤❤

[@justine8955]

i was skeptical at first but it turned out soooo good I'm obsessed!!

[@kathyaakananabluebird]

You and Rochelle did a wonderful job and it looks so good!

[@tinysealooter]

nice! the magnets are so good. Rochelle kicked ass!

[@jeanettekakareka]

This is such a creative and useful DIY! Transforming a basement-like laundry space can make a big difference on the eyes = happiness 😍

[@oaklandcookie]

Your parents are so cute and encouraging!

[@brendatomlinson]

Your short on this project showed up on my feed for some unknown reason. I was so intrigued, I had to find the full length video and voilà! I’m a new subscriber.

[@anitapaulus]

What a great makeover! All the features and ingenuity that went into the space are 💯! You make others want to learn to use power tools - thanks for the empowerment!

[@lindasmith5190]

It looks amazing. I know your parents are so proud of you.

[@leslieschmitt7749]

Great job … Happy Birthday 🎈 I remember those baskets and thought how hard they might be to make but I’ve grown along with you guys and now I tackle projects that are much harder … lololol ❤

[@mackenziedavidson4974]

Kelsey: “I’m gonna leave the stickers on” The reveal: *no stickers* 😂

[@luordonez657]

Love the sorry parents!! ❤❤❤ super supportive! ❤❤❤

[@rachelloh173]

THE SILENT PATIENT WAS A JOURNEY !

[@robindestasio7563]

This is one of my favorite makeovers :) I'm going to use the magnetic tile idea in my bathroom, never would have thought of it :)

[@enoms7873]

When they drill with that drill guide thing its so satisfying !!

[@rachelperry2504]

Her parents reaction at end is the best! 🥰

[@doreenb3411]

I don’t know if it’d be too hard to get to it but they make water heater blankets that help insulate the water heater. I’ve seen them in white but they may make silver ones that would help it blend in with all the other silver. Either way, the space looks great and I bet it’ll make doing laundry more pleasant. Great job to both of you.👏

[@tamib6222]

Your parents are precious❤

[@marim0y]

Your parents are the cutest! "Darn, that is nice." ❤

[@rachelwixon8130]

I wish we had refillable places in my area! I love that you have access to that!

[@olliejilliangil8382]

This is so beautiful! I would not have believed it.

[@teresabell1014]

Very nice ! Your parents are so sweet !

[@mikkileon6380]

I am here in Oregon in the Willamette Valley USA and I’m big on living green. Therefore, I am so surprised that I didn’t know about bulk refill. I’ve lived here all my life. I go to places where I can get food items bulk, but I never knew about this. So, as soon as you said it, I went and looked for it and yes we have one in my town. Thank you so very much. Seriously, thank you. Also, I have been in love with tin ceilings for about 30 years and never got to do it. I love what you’ve done and I thought it was amazing how well it fit in the phone booth just the random one you got from your parents. So I am really loving this video today. OK I love all your videos but I’m enjoying this one extra. Great job &. Thanks again. One day I really hope to do a copper tin ceiling in my living room.

[@TheSorryGirls]

Yay! Hope you can find some bulk goodies :)

[@annettemurielle]

Great job, Kelsey! And Happy birthday! 🙂

[@chloesullivan.jpg777]

Yessss I’m so glad you went to a bulk refill store!!!! I hate the mason jar aesthetic, not because of the look bc that’s hella cute but the fact that it’s missing the point!!! I hate when I see these massive restock videos on social media and they’re dumping product from a plastic container into a glass one. I’m going to write a whole article on it honestly bc it makes me so peeved!!!!

[@melissam8939]

I have this same tin in like 4 rooms in my house. Best product ever