Cabinet for washing machine in bathroom

cabinet for washing machine A cabinet in the bathroom for a washing machine is one of the right solutions for convenient organization of space. In the cabinet you can not only hide the equipment itself, but also all the necessary washing supplies.

There are many advantages to placing the machine in a cabinet. But let’s discuss how to choose such a simple piece of furniture.

Varieties

There is a lot of bathroom furniture; it differs not only in color and size, but also in other features. So, depending on the shape, bedside tables for a washing machine are:

classic - these are rectangular cabinets with sharp corners, suitable for decorating a bathroom in most styles;
rounded - cabinets with curved facades made of a special material, giving the room a certain style and originality.

types of cabinets

Cabinets can be classified according to the material they are made of, and therefore they are:

metal with anti-corrosion coating;
made of MDF with laminated facades - such cabinets are varied in color;
plastic - the cheapest cabinets that can withstand wet operating conditions;
wooden - such cabinets are quite expensive, but environmentally friendly. To extend their service life they are varnished;
stone.

By design we can distinguish:

cabinets for a washing machine with a countertop and a cabinet;
cabinets with and without front doors;
cabinets with countertop and sink.

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Furniture sizes vary. There are both cabinets for small-sized machines and for standard equipment.

For your information! The most popular cabinets are 110 cm wide, 88 cm high and 62 cm deep. In large bathrooms, you can install a 130 cm wide cabinet.

Tips for choosing

There is nothing special about buying a bathroom cabinet. And if you take into account all the nuances of this room, the choice will be pleasing to the eye.

When purchasing furniture for an existing car, you need to know the exact dimensions of the equipment and the size of the free space where the cabinet with the washing machine will be installed. It is important that there are gaps between the walls of the cabinet and the washing machine, and that during the spin cycle the body does not touch the walls of the furniture. For this reason, it is better to order furniture, and then it will fit perfectly into the bathroom.
Buy a cabinet only from high-quality waterproof material. The fittings and fastenings must also be reliable and not “afraid” of corrosion.
The price-quality ratio should be optimal, proceed from your budget.
If necessary, it is better to postpone the purchase; do not buy something that may soon break or deteriorate.
Plan to purchase a cabinet with a major overhaul, or select furniture to match the style of the bathroom.
Don't forget to take into account that a cabinet with a door will require additional opening space.

Advantages and disadvantages

Recently, it has become fashionable to install furniture in the bathroom for the washing machine, and this is no coincidence. A washing machine stand has its advantages:

a washing machine placed in a cabinet makes it possible to free up space;
it allows you to arrange the space of the room as functionally as possible;
the cabinet will provide additional sound insulation during operation of the equipment;
in the cabinet you can hide not only the washing machine, but also all the hoses, wires and plumbing;
the cabinet will protect the machine from moisture;
A cabinet with a table top is also an additional shelf for placing jars, bottles and other bathroom accessories.

The disadvantages of installing a washing machine in a cabinet are rarely noted, since there are not many of them. Firstly, creating a beautiful bathroom design with furniture will not be cheap. Secondly, installing a cabinet with a full-size washing machine in a Khrushchev-era bathroom is simply not realistic, especially if the bathroom is not combined with a toilet. In this case, only the option with a small-sized machine is possible, and this is still a lot of inconvenience.

Installation recommendations

Installation of a cabinet with or without a sink, as well as connecting a washing machine, can be done by specialists. Often this service is provided by stores where furniture is purchased. However, this work can be done independently. Let us describe the procedure.

First, we assemble the cabinet according to the attached instructions and move it closer to the location;
connect the sink faucet to the water supply;
we connect the siphon with a branch for the washing machine to the drainage system and to the sink;
move the cabinet into place;
We place the machine in the cabinet, passing the inlet and drain hoses through special holes in the cabinet;
we connect the machine to drain, water and electricity;
run a test wash.

Important! When connecting the machine, make sure that the hoses are not kinked or pinched. This may cause problems when starting the wash.

Ready options

Let's take a short review of ready-made cabinets for a washing machine.

Lotus 67 is a corner set with a washbasin, which includes a cabinet for a washing machine and a perforated metal laundry basket, as well as a mirror with LED lighting. This furniture set is available in different colors. Average price: $323.

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LOTOS 130 is a furniture set consisting of a sink with a countertop and a cabinet, which is located under the sink. The washing machine is built under the countertop. The set also includes a large mirror with LED lights on the sides. Price: $492.

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Vod-Ok 1300 S-40 is a Russian-made floor cabinet with a niche for a washing machine and is delivered to the buyer in finished form. Made in three colors from moisture-resistant MDF and chipboard. The price is about 262 dollars.

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Vod-Ok 1300 – this cabinet differs from the previous one by the presence of a “water lily” sink. Convenient and compact design combines everything you need. The price of the furniture is $338.

When choosing a cabinet for your bathroom, be sure to inspect it from all sides. There should be no cracks or chips on the furniture, otherwise the coating of the material will quickly deteriorate in humid conditions. The slightest little thing discovered after purchasing a home can lead to a negative mood. Good luck with your bathroom design!