Place the washing machine under the sink

Small built-in appliances are in demand among residents of big cities. A washing machine under the sink is a solution that makes rational use of square meters in an apartment. Does this method have disadvantages? Consider the features of the choice of equipment and sink installed on the washing machine.

Advantages and features of such a decision

Benefits Placing the washing machine under the sink in the bathroom are obvious:

• useful space in the house is saved;
• the place under the sink, usually empty, is used rationally;
• the resulting structure is stable and reliable;
• compact washing machines are used more often, which eliminates the accumulation of dirty laundry for a full load of a large washing machine;
• the consumption of electricity and water is several times less in compact washing machines;
• Powder in one room away from food.

Special conditions this method also has:

1. For installation in the bathroom, you will need to replace the regular sink with the model of the “Water Lily” brand with the correct drain system.
2. An ordinary siphon will also have to be removed, replacing the special one that comes with the sink.
3. In the bathroom, you must install a moisture-proof outlet that will be connected to the RCD in the electrical panel.
4. Modest-sized compact washing machines do not have such a roomy drum, the number of washes will increase, but not by much. Compact washing machines can hold up to 4 kg of laundry - this is only 20% less than loading conventional machines.
5. It is important to choose the right size for the sink under the washing machine, so that it would protrude 1-1.5 cm above the washing machine, creating a “visor”. All this work can be entrusted to firms that are engaged in the sale and professional installation of washing machines under the sink.

Choosing the right washing machine

Manufacturers offering washing machines that can be used to install under the sink, not so much. In the Russian market, you can see compact models from companies such asEurosoba,Candy, Zanussi and Electrolux.

The machine must have the following parameters:

• optimal depth - 45-46 cm;
• width equal to or greater than the sink;
• height - 70 cm.

Distinctive features of appliances manufactured for embedding under the sink:

• only front loading;
• ergonomics;
• availability of the whole set washing modes (including fast, delicate).

When choosing a set of washing machines and sinks, an important criterion is dimensions. Most of these suites are placed in bathrooms, which usually have a standard layout. Most often, the calculations go to centimeters. Eurosoba Swiss washing machines under the Water Lily sink fit in any situation. It is important to note that with its relatively small size (WxDxH: 46x46x68), Eurosoba can hold up to 4 kilograms of linen, which similar Russian or Chinese washing machines often do not boast, as is the case with Eurosoba washing machines made of stainless steel, medium service life of 15 years, and the warranty period from 2 to 3 years.Further in this review, this Swiss manufacturer of babies will be considered in more detail.

Swiss Eurosoba washing machines

Compact Candy Machines

The Italian manufacturer offers a line of washing machines Candy Aquamatic, which can be installed under the sink. 5 models vary by spin speeds (800 - 1100 rpm), all have the same dimensions: height - 69.5, depth - 51, width - 43 cm.

To date, Candy is no longer an Italian manufacturer. The brand remained Italian, and the assembly and production for the Russian market takes place in Russia.

The tank of each car is made of silicate (composite material developed by Kandy), also in the devices of this series a timer is set to delay the start of the wash cycle, there is an electronic control and a large selection of washing modes. These are low-end models that can wash 3.5 kg of laundry in one cycle.

Zanussi

Another Italian manufacturer that offers inexpensive equipment. It produces 2 compact washing machines under the sink, which also differ in the number of revolutions, but have the same dimensions (height - 67, depth 49.5 and width 51.5 cm).

The device is equipped with a leakage protection system, there are all necessary modes for washing (regular, delicate, washing of cotton and wool).

A low washing machine installed under the sink from Zanussi can wash only 3 kg of laundry in one wash cycle, but it is still in demand from consumers, as it has an affordable price and relative reliability.

Electrolux

The model range of small-sized washing machines from the Swedish company consists of two devices having the same parameters (67 cm in height, 49.5 in depth and 51.5 in width), but differing in spin speed (1100 and 1300 revolutions per minute). Both machines can wash up to 3 kg of dirty laundry at a time, the number of washing modes is the same as in conventional appliances from Electrolux.

Choosing a sink to be placed above the washing machine

There are a number of washbasin manufacturers that can be installed above a washing machine. They are generalized with the name of the sink-water-lily, but in fact “Water-Lily” is the name of the brand under which specialized shells have been made since 1994.

The sink on the washing machine is chosen by making the following measurements:

• the width and depth of the machine itself;
• the distance that the sink will occupy.

Drain the wash basin should be positioned so that it does not pass over the washing machine, and was to the side of it.

It is advisable to select a model of the washbasin, which will protrude over the device not less than 20 cm.Sinks mounted on a washing machine have a similar design, but may vary according to some criteria.

1. The form. Based on the design and floor space, you can pick up a product of square, rectangular or unusual shape or with rounded edges.
2. Drain Location:the hole can be located at the bottom of the sink or in the side wall. From products of the second type, water flows down the drain much more slowly.
3. Presence or absence countertops. The presence of an additional surface in the bathroom never hurts, but you have to allocate space for it.
4. Other design features (no holes for the mixer for a more snug fit to the wall, overflow system, etc.).

The most convenient and hassle-free option - purchase ready kitconsisting of a small washing machine under the sink and washbasin. In this case, the manufacturer has already done all the work on the selection and organization of a reliable and safe construction - it remains only to install it in his apartment.

Machine installation procedure

Before install automatic machine under the sink, you need to think about how the whole structure will be arranged.

You need to take into account the safety rules:

1. Wiring diagram electrical appliance to the network and plumbing must be performed in accordance with the rules and clearly according to the instructions.
2. The sink on the washing machine should be placed in such a way that its edges reliably protect the body of equipment from accidental splashes of water.
3. Drain pipes should be located at a distance from the housing of the washing machine. During the wash and spinning device may vibrate, and when moving, touch the drain pipe, which can lead to depressurization of the structure. From the damaged pipeline water can get on the equipment and cause a short circuit and breakage. The washing machine under the sink is installed correctly if the pipes are routed around the appliance body or, which is better, built into the wall.

So that the process of hygienic procedures does not cause inconvenience, it is necessary that the sink protrudes about 20 cm above the front wall of the washing machine.

Installing a household appliance over a washbasin using the described recommendations is quite simple, but if you do not have the appropriate skills, it is advisable to seek help from specialists: they will do all the work quickly and with all safety rules in mind.