Cabinet for washing machine

Many apartments can hardly be called very large in area. Meanwhile, in a modern house there are more and more household appliances that need to be placed somewhere. At the same time, I want the whole house not to look like a warehouse of various “rubbish”, but to leave space for “free breathing” in it. In the article, we will consider a cabinet for a washing machine - why is it needed and how to choose it?

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Destination

Most often, they try to place such equipment in the bathroom. And this room has always been distinguished by a modest footage, where every centimeter is of great importance for comfort. Using the cabinet for a washing machine in the bathroom, you can:

• Save space. Everything that used to be on the washing machine or floor can be arranged on shelves.
• To clean up. The floor will not be cluttered, so it will be easier to clean. In addition, the laundry basket will not be stored in a conspicuous place.
• Protect children. Now household chemicals will be stored in a place inaccessible to kids.

Important! If you plan everything correctly, the room will turn into a functional and comfortable, an illusion of a large space will be created.

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What washing machine can be installed in the cabinet?

The dimensions of the washing machine itself are very important.

Important! Some of them are equipped with additional devices that are used to mount the washer in a cabinet. Usually they are represented by special hinges on which the facade will be attached, a thinner top panel and a cover that does not protrude from the body.

Such devices have one significant drawback - high price. It is because of this that a built-in washing machine is most often bought with expensive designer repairs, when every little thing has a certain place. In all other cases, a conventional front-loading washing machine is usually installed.

Important! The cabinet for the washing machine in the bathroom is selected in accordance with the parameters of the bathroom, its height and area.

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Used materials for furniture

A cabinet for a washing machine in the bathroom can be purchased ready-made, or you can do it yourself. Now in construction stores materials and accessories are presented in a very wide assortment, so you can easily pick up what is needed. When choosing materials, you must always listen to your own taste and take into account the capabilities of the wallet.

Important! It must be borne in mind that the material must be resistant to moisture.

To make a cabinet in the bathroom above the washing machine, you can use the following materials:

• Wood. If you put on it a special composition that is moisture-tight, and on top - several layers of varnish, you will become the owner of an exclusive and unique material. It is not cheap, but everything is compensated by a beautiful appearance.
• Plastic. Such material is inexpensive. In addition, it has increased moisture resistance. It is also important that this material is available in a wide variety of colors and shades and is quite durable.
• MDF. In order to prevent moisture from affecting the painted panels, a special film is applied on top of them. Unfortunately, such material will not be used for a long time in a room with high humidity, since moisture will still penetrate through the ends and holes for fasteners.
• Glass.Of course, such material is most often used as a decoration. If you combine metal and a glass plane, the material will be most resistant to moisture. Such a cabinet with a laundry basket over the washing machine can even be installed right next to the bathroom. But not every family budget can afford such an original solution.

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Types of cabinets by location

A cabinet for a washing machine in the bathroom can be:

• Upright. Its width is small, but the height can be almost up to the ceiling. The machine is mounted in the lower part, in which there are no frontal and rear walls.
• Horizontal. In this case, standard cabinets are used, in some cases they may have drawers. The height of such a product does not exceed 40 cm, but any width can be used, it can be used on the entire wall. This option is perfect for people of short stature. The door is usually made with the opening up, which is very convenient in terms of saving space.
• Built in. Such a cabinet is supposedly an integral part of the bathroom. Shelves and all other elements are attached directly to the walls, so the washing machine fits ergonomically into the surrounding interior.
• Angular. This option has the most unusual shape. Installation is possible in any corner in which the washing machine will fit. But the capacity of such a cabinet is less than that of a conventional one.

Important! It is possible to combine cabinets of different types with each other, their connection with various furniture.

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Types of cabinets by design

Of course, thinking over the decoration of the bathroom, you need to think not only about the material of execution, but also about the shape of the cabinet itself, especially since modern industry does not stand still.

What options can be:

• Traditional. There is nothing unusual in such a cabinet. Of course, colors and sizes can be different. The height is usually made up to 110 cm. This model is perfect for storing cosmetics and detergents.
• Mirrored. The shape of such a cabinet can be any. Thanks to the mirrored doors, you can not install a mirror above the sink. In addition, visually the room will look more spacious.

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Place to install

Of course, the washing machine can be installed not only in the bathroom, but also in the kitchen, and even in the corridor. But the place where the communication networks go is more logical. In addition, with the help of the cabinet you can close the problem areas, for example, the place of pipe wiring.

Important! Install the washing machine and cabinet in such a way that it is easy to get to the wiring of communications and valves.

Some more recommendations of experts:

• In a small room, it is better to use models with compartment doors.
• The dimensions of the furniture should be a couple of centimeters larger than the dimensions of the washing machine.
• It is strictly forbidden to block access to the ventilation grilles.
• If moisture or water appears on the furniture surface, it must be wiped off immediately.
• Cabinet Assembly Rules
• We precisely measure the space in which the cabinet will be installed.
• The panels are fastened together using metal corners and self-tapping screws. In addition, additional processing of abutment planes with PVA glue is recommended.
• To install the shelves, through holes for stops are drilled.
• Feet are better to choose height-adjustable. Visually, they are similar to screws.
• When several elements are connected to each other, they are fixed, clamped with clamps, and then through holes are drilled. For fastening among themselves use special furniture bolts. To mask the head and nut, decorative plastic caps are used.
• The back wall is fixed with screws in increments of 10-12 cm.
• Hinges and handles are installed last.

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Stock footage

As you can see, it’s not so difficult to choose a cabinet for a washing machine. And in its manufacture and installation there is nothing complicated for a good owner.And the benefits of such a solution, especially in a small bathroom - are obvious!