Browse Forums Owner Builder Forum 1 Jan 30, 2011 8:49 pm We have seen a few front loader washers mounted 400mm or so above floor level in cabinetry and we like the idea for easier access for loading / unloading clothes and looking to incorporate iit into our plans. Just wondered if anyone has done this and did they have to build a special plinth or support to hold their front loader? As these are pretty heavy units I doubt cabinets would hold them (But could be wrong) https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=44762 My Owner builder journey extending a 1930's Bungalow Re: Installing a washing machine above floor level 2Jan 30, 2011 8:57 pm There is a stand available retail called an Amazon stand. I am seriously considering this as I love my front loader but it would be nice not to have to bend so far. Re: Installing a washing machine above floor level 3Jan 30, 2011 9:02 pm I have mounted the machine about 300mm from the floor. It also makes it easier to empty the filter. You need a fairly strong stand due to the vibrations on spin cycle. The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: Installing a washing machine above floor level 4Jan 31, 2011 4:56 pm Just to answer my own question for others who might want to know down the track I spoke to a cabinet maker and they said no problem, Will frame up with Jarrah supports inside the cabinetry to support the weight and use 32mm MDF as a floor under the washer. https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=44762 My Owner builder journey extending a 1930's Bungalow Hey all Currently renovating our laundry, bought a new washing machine but have found that the drainage hose is alot shorter than the old machine (which I used to get the… 0 17519 isn't a garage level with the rest of the house a given? pretty sure they 'came around' long time ago. if you have a flat block, the garage is usually level with the rest… 1 17518 interesting situation what happened after builder issued final invoice? did you list as defect or not does the building surveyor have any responsibility? ie. issuing… 13 46956 |