How to hide a washing machine in the bathroom?

City dwellers more often install a washing machine in the bathroom. As a rule, it is not possible to allocate a separate room, and in the kitchen there is no space or desire to store food next to household chemicals. But even the modest size of the hygiene room allows the machine to fit neatly and harmoniously into the existing interior. Below we will tell you how to hide a washing machine in a closet, place it under the sink or above the toilet.

Hiding behind the shower

First of all, we evaluate the available space. If, in addition to the bathtub itself, you can find a place for a washing machine or sink, then feel free to move on to the next points. When the designers have clearly “deprived” them of square meters, it is worth thinking about serious changes.

The easiest way is to replace a bulky bathtub with a compact shower, and install a washer, dryer, hanging cabinets or open shelves in the free space. It will be easy to disguise the machine with an elegant door, mirror panel or curtain.

If there is space under the countertop

It’s even easier to hide the machine in the bathroom if there is a long countertop. You just need to move the unit under the panel. "The ensemble will look more aesthetically pleasing and harmonious if you think in advance about the color unity and equal depth of both interior items.

It is necessary to leave a gap of 3-5 cm between the top cover of the washing machine and the countertop so that the vibration emanating from the machine does not spoil the wood.

This option is considered the most popular and practical. Firstly, there will be no need for redevelopment and unnecessary expenses.Secondly, free access to communications allows you to quickly respond to a leak and facilitates installation and connection.

Place it in a cabinet under the sink

If you are satisfied with the previous option, but are embarrassed by the unsightly appearance of the open typewriter, we hide it behind a beautiful façade. Especially if the bathroom is in a classic or country style, the shiny modern design of the washing machine will look unnatural and inharmonious. Then you need to order a perfectly suitable set and disguise the machine with a door.

We also act if a suitable locker already exists. You just need to wisely choose a commensurate washing machine model - built-in and narrow. But in any case, you will have to spend a lot of money: either on custom-made furniture, or on an improved machine.

Install below the washbasin

Do not despair if the dimensions of the bathroom do not allow you to have a long countertop or a spacious cabinet. There is also a more “compact” option - to place the washing machine directly under the sink. True, for the ideal “combination” you will have to find:

• A special sink with a non-standard design. It should be equipped with a flat siphon, a side drain and have the appearance of a water lily.
• A compact machine. The height of the washing machine should not exceed 70 cm in height, so only front-facing models with a load of 3.5 kg from Candy, Zanussi, Eurosoba or Electrolux are suitable.

The ideal option would be to purchase a full set - a sink and a washing machine, since many manufacturers cooperate and immediately offer consumers a set.

The choice of suitable plumbing fixtures and washing machines is very limited, but in the end you can significantly save bathroom space and not worry about lack of space.Also, no one forbids using online stores, where the range is much wider and more attractive.

Non-standard approach

If you wish, you can place the washing machine in a tall, wide cabinet or build it into a niche with shelves - in any space suitable in height, width and depth. Moreover, special multi-level structures have long been developed to accommodate the equipment itself, household chemicals, as well as the storage of laundry awaiting washing. The main thing is not to make a mistake with the sizes.

If you manage to place the car in a niche, then it is better to use the remaining height to the maximum: install a hanging cabinet, heated towel rail or open shelves.

Installing a washing machine directly above the toilet is also gaining popularity. The unit is mounted on reliable brackets and connects to the water supply without any problems. There is only one caveat - not everyone is comfortable being in the toilet when clothes are wrung out over their heads at a speed of 1200 revolutions.

If none of the above options suits you, then don’t focus on the bathroom. Look, maybe you can still find the optimal place in the hallway, pantry or kitchen.

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