How do you hide a washing machine neatly?
The best-looking way to hide a washing machine is a clean washing machine cabinet at working height: it looks tidy, saves space and means you bend less. Washtower® washing machine cabinets deliberately have an open design with no doors in front of the washing machine. That guarantees good ventilation and fire safety, while still giving your laundry room a neat, calm appearance.
What are the options for hiding your washing machine?
There are various ways to tuck a washing machine away in your interior. Below are the most common solutions, with their pros and cons:
Washing machine cabinet at working height
Pros: ergonomic, space-saving, clean appearance
Cons: works as a modular system
In an alcove or under the stairs
Pros: uses dead space, completely out of sight
Cons: limited ventilation, harder to reach
With a curtain
Pros: inexpensive, quick to put up
Cons: less tidy, little protection
Why choose a washing machine cabinet at working height?
A washing machine cabinet at working height is the most comfortable, safest and most space-saving solution. The machine stands inside the cabinet rather than on the floor, so you bend less when loading and unloading. That is easier on your back, and it also makes moving the washing across to the dryer simpler.
In washing machine cabinets from Washtower®, the machine always sits in a solid cabinet-in-cabinet construction. The continuous base plate adds stability, and vibrations are directed down through the cabinet. The setup stays stable and safe, including during the spin cycle.
Ergonomics: less bending means less strain on your back
Saving space: you use the height instead of the floor area
Safety: the wide recess and open compartment give the machine room to breathe
Ventilation: ventilation grilles and space around the machine keep the air moving
What can you do with a washing machine cabinet?
You can use a washing machine cabinet in several ways, depending on your situation and what you need:
Washing machine only: choose a washing machine stand to bring the machine to a comfortable height
Dryer on the washing machine: put both appliances in one column with a stacked washer and dryer setup
Two appliances side by side: use a washer and dryer cabinet for a clearer, easier layout
With extra storage: combine it with storage cabinets for detergent and cleaning products
The standard recess is 62.5 x 86.3 x 58.3 cm (W x H x D). Standard washing machines fit without trouble. The cabinet has 5 cm of space at the back as standard and can be placed about 5 cm from the wall with the wall brackets, giving you roughly 10 cm for the water and power connections.
Is an alcove or the space under the stairs suitable?
An alcove or the space under the stairs can be a handy place to tuck the washing machine away. You put dead space to use and keep the machine completely out of sight. Do bear in mind:
Ventilation: an enclosed space can trap heat, so fit ventilation grilles
Noise: the surrounding walls can amplify vibrations
Access: make sure there is enough room to open the door and load the washing
Connections: check that water and power connections are available
Want to close the alcove off completely? Fit a sliding panel or a folding door, so the washing machine and any dryer stay hidden from guests.
What suits your situation best?
The best solution depends on your space, your budget and how you use it. Do you have little floor area but plenty of height? Then a modular washing machine cabinet at working height works particularly well. Or would you rather make the most of an existing alcove or the space under the stairs?
With the Washtower® configurator you put your ideal setup together easily. You choose which cabinets to combine and see straight away how the complete cabinet wall looks. All cabinets are modular, so you can always extend later with extra storage or a second appliance.
Have a question, or would you like personal advice? Get in touch with our customer service, or put your ideal solution together using our online configurator.