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Aha! Hack: Olive Oil Container as Laundry Detergent Dispenser

Solveig Fernlund Laundry Room Photo by Matthew Williams Stying Alexa Hotz

In a closet-size laundry room designed by New York–based architect Solveig Fernlund, we instituted a system for better-looking liquid laundry detergent storage—using an olive oil container. Here’s a look at the Italian fusti turned detergent dispenser.

Photography by Matthew Williams; styling by Alexa Hotz for Remodelista: The Organized Home.

Solveig Fernlund Laundry Room Photo by Matthew Williams Stying Alexa Hotz
Above: Laundry essentials are stored next to the Miele washer-dryer.
Solveig Fernlund Laundry Room Photo by Matthew Williams Stying Alexa Hotz
Above: The detergent setup includes a Sansone 5 Liter Stainless Steel Fusti ($129.95 on Amazon) and a Reiss Enamel Measuring Jug hanging from an S-hook and leather string.
Solveig Fernlund Laundry Room Photo by Matthew Williams Stying Alexa Hotz
Above: The fusti, designed for olive oil, works best with detergent that isn’t too viscous; dilute the detergent just a little at a time until you achieve the right consistency.
Solveig Fernlund Laundry Room Photo by Matthew Williams Stying Alexa Hotz
Above: If you plan to attach the measuring cup to the fusti with string as shown, make sure the setup is within reach of the washer.
Solveig Fernlund Laundry Room Photo by Matthew Williams Stying Alexa Hotz
Above: A five-liter fusti should work for most, but larger households may consider going up a size to 10 or 15 liters. For those larger sizes, Sansone sells a Stainless Steel Stand ($55 on Amazon) to elevate it and make room for storage underneath.

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