Installing a washing machine under the sink - tips

Quite often, owners want to occupy the space above the washing machine with something. And the sink is a pretty good option. It is practical and, if properly selected and installed, will be able to perform its functions quite normally. Here we will look at the pros and cons of such a design, how to make it look harmonious and other important details.

Pros and cons of this location

Those who want the installation of a sink above a washing machine to go well will not mind finding out all the possible inconveniences and other disadvantages of such a plumbing arrangement. That's why we decided to start discussing this issue in the first place.

Minuses

Disadvantages of this position of the washbasin.

In order to install the sink above the machine, you will have to tinker a little.

And this unpleasant procedure will begin with the selection and purchase of a special siphon, different from the usual one. The usual siphon options are most likely not suitable for our task.

In order to find it, you may need to visit not one or two plumbing stores, but much more. And if suddenly the purchased siphon becomes unusable, you will have to repeat the search for it again. Although, this time it will be easier, because you already know where to look for it.

Perhaps this is not a particularly significant minus. And if you show some ingenuity, then there is a chance that you will do without long detours. If you are able to explain what you need over the phone, then you can easily find the numbers of plumbing stores in your city using the Internet.

To do this, you can use search engines.For example, Yandex or Google. You can also use programs containing the addresses and telephone numbers of the necessary retail outlets. For example, "DulGis" (2GIS). In addition, you can look at various options for siphons in online plumbing stores.

The next disadvantage is the possibility of pipe clogging.

They say that the likelihood of clogs increases slightly when using unusual sinks. For example, water lily shells. This is explained by the peculiarities of its structure. After all, such products have a drain that is tilted back, and not down, like a regular one. This allows you to place everything so that the washing machine fits under the sink easier and is pressed as close to the wall as possible. But, according to some sources, such a drain becomes clogged more often.

Another disadvantage is possible inconvenience.

The washing machine may protrude somewhat beyond the washbasin if it is larger. And the protruding corners will not look very nice. Yes, and hitting such a corner, just wanting to wash your hands, is quite possible. There is also the possibility of some problems with using the machine if the situation becomes difficult to approach it.

pros

The advantages of a washbasin located above the washing machine.

The very first and probably most important advantage is the saving of free space.

Naturally, if you place the sink on top of the washing machine, and not next to it, then you free up space. Which is quite significant in a standard apartment with a small bathroom. And on the other hand, often the space under the sink is not occupied by anything. And here we will just kill two birds with one stone. And we’ll place the washing machine well and take up space under the washbasin.

In some bathrooms, the free space under the sink is occupied by a cabinet. It also turns out to be quite convenient. And if you don’t want to put a machine under it, you can buy a special washbasin with a special cabinet underneath or make it yourself. Nowadays, there are many different models of sinks on the plumbing market, and if you choose wisely, you can decorate your bathroom or kitchen and make it more interesting or unusual.

Below you can watch a video review, as well as recommendations from a user who installed the machine under the sink:

Water lily shells

Some people believe that the design of water lily shells is monotonous and banal. But, as we wrote above, the modern market offers a lot of different options. And you can always find the right one for you. If we describe different forms, we will usually be limited to the following options:

• Semicircular,
• Rectangular or square,
• Sinks of other more non-standard shapes.

Also, some options may have a small tabletop, which is usually located on the right or left.

In addition, there are models that have a special hole for the mixer. Not all models have holes. But this is not a problem, because often the mixer is mounted on the wall. By the way, if there is no hole for the mixer, then the drain hole may be closer to the wall. Which will allow us to push the washing machine further away. This means saving some more space.

Now let's discuss the drain. If it is different. For example, on some sinks it simply goes down. And for others it goes first to the back, and only then down. The latter option is more likely to clog, so it is better not to choose it.The first one is more convenient, as it takes up less space.

Correct installation

When installing the sink, keep in mind that it is important to keep the washing machine cord as protected from moisture as possible. To avoid water ingress and short circuit. Therefore, it is worth finding a sink that is slightly larger than the top of the body (lid) of your household appliance.

The sink also comes with mounting hardware. If you purchase a Russian plumbing product, then brackets will most likely be included as fasteners. With imported earthenware, other fastener options are usually used. If suddenly, for some reason, your kit does not contain fasteners, then it can be purchased in special stores. We decided to add a video with a detailed explanation and showing the entire process of installing a sink with your own hands. See:

Choosing a suitable machine

Perhaps one of the most important criteria for choosing a washing machine under the sink is its volume. And first of all, the height of household appliances. We recommend not buying a machine that is higher than 70 cm. If you follow our advice, then you and your family will be quite comfortable using the sink, since it will not be located too high.

The choice of machines of this height is limited. Hardware stores have fewer of them than regular sized machines. If for some reason you are not satisfied with the models presented there, then you can look for other options in online stores. It’s very simple and you don’t need to travel anywhere; usually such organizations deliver purchases to your home.

It should also be mentioned that small machines are usually limited by the smaller amount of laundry that you can wash at one time. Usually this amount does not exceed three and a half kilograms.

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