Placing a washing machine above the toilet is an original way out of the situation when the small area of the kitchen or bathroom does not allow installing appliances in these rooms. However, an extraordinary solution requires a special approach. The design of a toilet with a washing machine can be seen in the presented photo.
Design of a toilet with a washing machine
How to install a washing machine above the toilet?
If the design of a bathroom with a toilet and a washing machine does not allow installing equipment on the floor, then all that remains is to install it above the toilet.
- Measure the width of the wall behind the toilet and the height from the toilet. They should not be less than 66 cm in width and 85 cm in height. The depth is selected according to the dimensions of the machine.
- For the construction of the niche, a corner of 40x40 mm is taken. Using a grinder or a hacksaw, cut pieces: three 60 cm each, two 55 cm each, two 45 cm each.
- Screw the second corner of 60 cm below the first by 45 cm.
- Weld 45 cm sections to the top corner perpendicularly along the left and right walls. Then connect them with a 60 cm corner. The result is a metal frame over the toilet barrel.
- The frame should be reinforced with 55 cm corners. They are welded diagonally from the corners of the frame to the lower wall corner.
Washing machine above the toilet
The corner design can withstand a weight five times the weight of a washing machine.
Washing machine connection options
The washing machine should be installed closer to sewer drains and water pipes. Therefore, the ideal option is to place it against the wall of the bathroom, supplying water directly through it. If the distance to communications is large, use long hoses, avoiding connections. Otherwise, leaks will be inevitable.
You can organize the water supply in one of the following ways:
A tee between the mixer and the water supply is another option for connecting the machine.
Tee in the bathroom.
Tee in the bathroom between the machine mixer. The position of the electrical outlet is also a point that should be taken into account: it is better if it is placed next to the machine. If it is not there, you should consider installing it. The use of an extension cord is not advisable due to the dangerous proximity of water.
Socket next to the washing machine.
We connect the machine to communications
The shelf has been installed, the washing machine itself has been installed, all that remains is to connect it to the communications. To do this, you need to connect the machine to power, water supply and sewerage.
Power supply:
- The socket for connecting the plug from the washing machine must be moisture resistant. It is installed in a convenient place.
- We stretch a three-core insulated wire of 2.5 mm 2 from the shield.
- The wire should be enclosed in a cable channel and connected to the outlet through the machine.
Water pipes:
- The connection is made to cold water, having first turned it off.
- The tee tap is inserted into the cut of the metal-plastic pipe.
- An inlet hose coming from the washing machine is screwed to the tap.
- The supply tap for connecting the hose should be selected with a convenient locking system in order to quickly turn off the water in emergency situations.
Sewerage:
- The drain hose should not be located below 50 cm from the machine, otherwise water will constantly drain from the machine.
- The hose is connected to a direct outlet directly to the riser or to a tee; connection to a siphon is possible.
- For a tight connection, sealing collars and sealant are used.
The only advantage and reason for installing a washing machine above the toilet is the small area of other rooms suitable for this purpose. The design of a bathroom with a toilet and a washing machine can be interestingly played out, as shown in the photo.
Choosing a location for installation
The rules for installing built-in equipment require proper connection of communications. In this regard, it is most convenient to install the washing machine in the kitchen or bathroom - there is a water supply nearby and a sewer for drainage. If the installation is carried out in a corridor, you must first wire the system and then install the cabinet. It is possible to equip a separate laundry room only in large houses/apartments. Basic rules for choosing an installation location:
- The best option is the bathroom. The idea can be implemented in several ways: remove the bathroom, in its place put a shower stall and a vertical cabinet under the washing machine (the material of the cabinet must be moisture resistant), mount a corner structure with additional modules, shelves, install compact appliances under the washbasin - sinks are mounted in the countertop or installed above;
- A rational idea is to install a washing machine in the kitchen. In a spacious room, the cabinet is mounted separately. In a small room they make a work area with a dryer and a machine on one side of the line, a dishwasher, a microwave, other kitchen appliances on the other side, the central part is a sink, wall cabinets for dishes. Another option is to install the front machine at the end of the headset;
- A practical solution is to install a cabinet with a washing machine in the hallway (corridor). If the room is narrow, built-in furniture along the entire length of the “short” wall is suitable - functional and simple. The square corridor is equipped with a wide straight or narrow corner structure so that opening the cabinet does not interfere with entering/exiting the room. In the hallway, the unit is covered with facades, otherwise the machine looks out of place and unattractive;
- a situation without an alternative - installing furniture in the toilet. It’s easy to imagine a free-standing machine in the bathroom, but a closet is a serious matter. There are few solutions - a cabinet for compact appliances in the corner, you can install an upper cabinet above the washing machine and hide various accessories, toiletries, detergents, and household chemicals on the shelves.
Despite the fact that washing machines are difficult to fit into small rooms, the equipment fits well into furniture with a built-in installation option. This allows you to free up space, carefully arrange the washing unit, and use the space to maximum benefit. It is important that the cabinet can be made to fit any size of equipment, give the product an interesting appearance, and fit organically into the decor of the room.
Pros and cons of the solution
- savings on accessories (pipes, hoses) necessary for connecting to the water supply and sewerage systems;
- can be easily closed with a false door made in the style of a bathroom;
- if there are small children in the family, it will be more difficult for them to get to potentially dangerous equipment;
- if the communications connected to the machine break through, only the bathroom will be flooded.
- construction of a special pedestal - additional costs for materials and services of a craftsman;
- inconvenient to use, as the toilet is in the way;
- with constant vibrations, the risk of damage to the tiled finish on the walls increases;
- discomfort while using the toilet, since there will be a large technical device above your head.
How to fit into the interior
SMA may look strange in the hallway and not fit with the design solution. To avoid this, hide the equipment in a closet, cabinet or behind closet doors. Then the useful space on the car and above it will be used, and the equipment will not spoil the appearance of the corridor. Hang shelves above the machine and stock them with laundry detergents and household chemicals. If space allows, install (hang) a drying cabinet.
Options with curtains and blinds are available. When using them, it is important to conveniently secure the cornice, as well as choose the material to match the tone of the entire room.
Design of a small, bright bathroom with efficient use of space
Nowadays, small-sized studio apartments, or apartments in the so-called “Khrushchev” buildings, are very popular, where every centimeter must be used correctly in order to get the maximum benefit from the space. For a modern interior, beautiful, high-quality and functional furniture is the main rule.
A cabinet for a washing machine in the bathroom allows you to close the machine and use the rest of the space for storing household chemicals, towels, and linen.
One of the important points is the equipment of the place for the washing machine. It doesn’t matter where it will be - in the bathroom, hallway or kitchen. Installation in the bathroom is of course much simpler than, for example, in the kitchen. No additional hosing is required for installation.
Cabinet for washing machine in the bathroom in a built-in niche
To save space in a room or disguise household appliances, it has become popular to build a cabinet above the washing machine.
A built-in cabinet for a washing machine in a small bathroom allows you to properly use the free space
Washer and dryer in a cabinet with convenient and functional shelves and drawers
Let's start with the positives.
The cabinet for the boiler above the washing machine protects it well from prying eyes and serves as additional storage space
A built-in wardrobe can only be installed in large rooms. It requires quite a lot of space, so this option, unfortunately, is not suitable for small apartments.
Rack with open shelves above the washing machine in a small bathroom
The only downside is that you may not notice the leak in time if the washing machine is installed inside. Also, the cabinet may not last long, but this will depend on the material you choose for its manufacture.
White homemade cabinet above the washing machine installed in a niche
Minimalist bathroom with washing machine placed under the cabinet
How to choose the right toilet and washing machine
Some modern manufacturers offer built-in washing machines; they are more compact in size, but are more expensive.
When choosing a toilet, the main thing is to take into account its height so that you can mount the washing machine as low as possible. The average toilet height is 80 cm, but there are models of more compact sizes. It should be taken into account that the higher the toilet cistern is located, the higher you will have to reach for the washing machine.
In order to do everything correctly and step by step, you need to correctly carry out measurements and preliminary calculations. It is also advisable to depict all the data schematically and strictly adhere to the planned plan.
Connection to water supply
If you can connect the drain from the equipment either directly to the sewer or using a siphon, then there are several options for connecting water:
- Crimp coupling for connecting metal pipes. A hole for connection is created in the pipe, a coupling is placed on the pipe, and a ball valve with a 3/4 threaded outlet is placed on it. An inlet hose is connected to the outlet.
- Crimp coupling for connection to metal-plastic pipes. After cutting into the pipe, the fitting is connected. The connections are sealed. A tap is connected to the fitting, and a filling pipe is connected to it.
- Tee when connected through a sink faucet. At the junction of the water supply lines and the mixer hose, a tee is screwed in, to which the pipe from the machine is connected.
- Tee if there is a water outlet in the wall. The equipment is connected to it directly through a tap.
The washing machine should be installed closer to sewer drains and water pipes. Therefore, the ideal option is to place it against the wall of the bathroom, supplying water directly through it. If the distance to communications is large, use long hoses, avoiding connections. Otherwise, leaks will be inevitable.
A tee between the mixer and the water supply is another option for connecting the machine.
Tee in the bathroom.
Tee in the bathroom between the machine mixer. The position of the electrical outlet is also a point that should be taken into account: it is better if it is placed next to the machine. If it is not there, you should consider installing it. The use of an extension cord is not advisable due to the dangerous proximity of water.
Socket next to the washing machine.
Let's figure out how to hide the equipment and build it in so that it does not catch the eye and does not clutter up the apartment. Thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and imagination of designers, there are a lot of ideas that will tell you how to install the machine, making it unnoticeable.
Option 1. Wardrobe
This washing machine is hidden in the closet. Instead of a cabinet, you can use a cabinet or a pencil case with shelves for detergents.
Option 2. Door
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How to install a machine so that it is not visible at all? Make a sliding door, like in a wardrobe, and no one will guess that behind the beautiful door there is a powerful electrical appliance. Saving space is as convenient as it is convenient - you can place hangers nearby or hang shelves for detergents.
Option 3. Angle
If the task is not to hide the equipment, but simply to place it where it is convenient, the photo below shows such an option. There is little aesthetics in it, but it will be convenient to use the device.
Option 4. Curtain
A budget-friendly, but no less interesting way is a curtain. Today, the choice of textiles is so wide that you can choose decent options that will harmoniously fit into the interior and hide your “helper”. For fastening, use a special rod or cornice.
Is it possible to install SMA in the hallway? And in the corridor? Of course you can! The main thing is to ensure that it is connected correctly and make sure that it does not distort the interior design. The connection details will be discussed below.
The main “headache” is how to hide the hoses and tubes. If there is a kitchen or bathroom behind the wall near the SM, there will be no problems. But, if the washing machine is installed on the opposite side, how to connect it so that nothing interferes?
There is only one way out - to hide communications in the floor. But this is already the task of the repairman. We will tell you about the classic connection method:
- Buy extended hoses for draining and taking water. Avoid docking, otherwise the risk of leaks will be high. It is advisable not to use hoses longer than 3 m.
- When connecting the drain, you need to use a siphon or direct the hose directly into the sewer. We have already written about how to connect a washing machine to the sewer.
- When connecting to a water supply, you can go in three ways:
If you have a separate water pipe outlet in the wall, you can connect the drain hose there through a tap.
After connecting the “water” communications, take care of the electricity. The closer the outlet is to the car, the better. If there is no suitable outlet nearby, study the "" page.
Let's summarize: a washing machine is rarely placed in the hallway, but if you plan everything correctly and connect the device correctly, no difficulties are foreseen.
No other room is more synonymous with cleanliness than the bathroom. The most convenient way is to put it in a niche. If the bathroom layout does not provide for such convenience, use plasterboard and tiles, or buy a cabinet with a compartment for a washing machine. This space can be used to its fullest: install shelves or a wall cabinet to store bathroom accessories, towels and other useful things.
White color is the most advantageous: it creates a feeling of purity and freshness.
Choose a narrow (up to 33 cm) washing machine - this one will fit in any closet.
A cozy place for equipment can be found under the sink - if the size allows. You can install the washing machine under the countertop, which will protect the top panel from moisture. Or hide it in a cabinet next to the sink.
Leave a small (five centimeters) gap between the countertop and the washing machine: there you can store the operating instructions or a minimum kit for self-repair.
It is better not to close the cabinet door while washing - this way you can control the process.
Most often, the washing machine door opens to the left, so it is more convenient to place it on the right side of the countertop.
How to properly hide the unit? There are many different options.
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For example:
- Placing a washing machine in a closet. In this case, the cabinet will continue to perform its main function.
- Hiding the machine in a pencil case is one of the most optimal options for placing the machine. The cabinet built into the wall does not take up much space and is easy to use.
- Place the machine in a small nightstand.
- Placing it behind a curtain is a very convenient option, so the machine will not attract much attention.
- Don't hide the machine at all.
Of course, the last option does not look aesthetically pleasing at all, and it should be used in a desperate situation.
