How to make a cabinet above the washing machine in the bathroom?

Design of a small, bright bathroom with rational 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

Types of cabinets and placement methods

The choice of a specific cabinet for a washing machine depends on several parameters.
First of all, the type of washing machine is taken into account. Top-loading models, the lid of which opens upward, cannot be hidden under a solid, solid countertop or sink. Floor and wall-mounted furniture options are suitable for these products. Front-loading appliances can be located in wall-mounted, floor-mounted, or built-in cabinets. You can purchase ready-made furniture along with a washing machine, but it is better to make it to order, which will take into account the dimensions of the room, the dimensions of the product, and include the necessary additional sections and shelves.

Mounted

Wall cabinets can be included in a furniture set or act as a separate element. In terms of their structure, they are practically no different from floor-standing models; they have rear and side walls, an open or closed facade. The main feature is the method of mounting the module, which should not come into contact with the floor. The cabinets are fixed directly to the wall using special fasteners.

When choosing a suitable model, special attention should be paid to its dimensions. The width of the furniture must correspond to household appliances

At the same time, wall cabinets can be placed above top-loading and front-loading machines. Inside there can be shelves, rods, drawers where personal hygiene items, bath accessories, and household chemicals are stored.

Among the main advantages of this type of cabinets are their small dimensions, limited access for children to objects located inside, and they also allow rational use of the usable wall area. This is an ideal option for small spaces; however, due to their design features, these models do not allow storing heavy items.

Floor-standing

Floor cabinets are the most popular among buyers. They are reliable, easy to use, and can have many additional sections. For small bathrooms, pencil cases are used, the minimum width of which is 60 cm, and the height is limited only by the ceilings. However, narrow, tall cabinets should not be overloaded, as vibration may cause them to tip over.

An alternative to tall pencil cases are cabinets. You can install a washbasin in the lid of the most compact of them, and place a washing machine underneath it. Also on sale are models with a countertop into which a sink is embedded. The height of such furniture is only 90-95 cm, depending on the size of the built-in equipment.

Finished products differ in color, shape, material, and size. In spacious rooms, you can build in durable large cabinets, which consist of drawers, sections for a washing machine and dryer, and upper shelves. Based on the way the furniture is positioned relative to the wall, linear and corner models are distinguished, and based on the type of door opening - hinged and sliding.

Built-in

Built-in wardrobes do not have a back wall, and some models do not have side walls. Their function is performed by the walls of the room itself. There are panel and frame structures. The first type is usually installed in a niche or in one of the free corners. The second type is most often placed along the wall and can be used as a separate type of furniture.

The height of the products is usually limited by the ceiling, which allows for the most efficient use of free space. The main advantage is its stability, which allows you to place household appliances even on the top shelves. The main disadvantage is stationarity. In case of repair work, dismantling the compartment is quite problematic.

The designs look very modern and attractive, but experts recommend installing such a cabinet only after careful planning and accurate completion of all measurements. The durability of the furniture makes it possible to place 2 cars in it at once. But to prevent them from loosening it during operation, it is best to choose silent models with minimal vibration.

Review of ready-made solutions

Go to any online store of functional furniture, and you will be presented with dozens of models designed for installation above the washing machine. Especially popular are cabinets with many compartments and linen baskets.

Pillar cabinet

Pillar cabinet - ideal for the bathroom. The machine is protected from moisture.

The shelves are open and closed, the latter are adjustable in height. It’s easy to hide detergents – powders, conditioners, etc. – behind the doors.

etc., you can put small but important items used daily in plain sight. The size is designed for full-size SMA with a width of 60 cm.

Material: laminated MDF.

Algot 8 - model from Ikea

You can assemble a variety of combinations from ALGOT series items. In the photo there is a whole wall-mounted module with a pull-out laundry basket.

You can make one or two baskets - the module is assembled taking into account the characteristics of the room and the needs of the user. Here, in addition to shelves, there is also a convenient clothes dryer.

Expert opinion

Mikhailov Ivan Maksimovich

Furniture maker. Work experience 3 years.

If there is no dryer in the machine, then small items can be dried on the shelves - no water gets on the cover of the SMA. A variety of materials were used in the manufacture of module components - chipboard, galvanized steel, polypropylene.

Floor cabinet from Leroy Merlin

An elegant solution, laconic and functional. It is possible to save space and create convenient places to store towels, linen, and toiletries.

Width - 64 cm. A full-size washing machine with a width of 60 cm will fit here.

The design does not depend on the parameters of the load-bearing wall; it can be moved from place to place. The bottom is open at the front and back.

The floor cabinet allows you to hide all communications necessary to connect the washing machine.

Mounted version from Vod-Ok

Household wall-mounted module with a niche. This option will be appropriate both in the bathroom and in the kitchen - if it fits into the interior. Made from MDF and chipboard. You can hide a lot of useful things in a niche. The width is designed for a full-size device. The manufacturer also offers a variation with a pull-out laundry basket.

Nuances of self-assembly

You will choose what to make the cabinet above the washing machine from and what design decisions to follow. I'll just give you just a few recommendations.

Be sure to draw up preliminary drawings and assemble the cabinet strictly according to them. You shouldn’t do everything by eye or simply copy other people’s designs that you like. Everyone has different bathrooms, different free space and the corresponding dimensions of the washing machine itself.

But according to generally accepted rules, the width of the cabinet should be 3-4 centimeters greater than the width of the machine.

As for height, there are no strict restrictions. You can make it at least 1.5, at least 3 meters. But keep in mind the fact that tall structures are less stable. But this way you will be able to get more shelves and drawers. Look for a reasonable middle ground. Most often, cabinets up to 2.5 meters high are used.

Make a cabinet based on the size of the bathroom. If you assemble a huge cabinet and insert it into a small bathroom, it will look ridiculous. Plus it will require a lot of space.

I think that after considering all these nuances and features, you can safely go to a furniture store, or write a list to visit the construction market, where you will purchase all the necessary materials.

I’ll add on my own behalf that the cabinet above the washing machine is really a good solution, which I personally and my family have been using for several years. And no one is going to give it up.

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Choosing the right plumbing fixtures and appliances

Pay attention to the manufacturer's quality guarantee - this is an important point for a quality product. For medium-sized and small-sized bathrooms, it is better to choose small-sized (for example, wall-mounted) models of toilets and sinks.

For a bathroom with cramped space, a rational solution would be to install a small corner sink.

Which bath to choose

When deciding on the size of the product, consider the material of manufacture. There are three common options:

1. Steel is a cheap and lightweight material; it heats up and cools down instantly, which is not very convenient for lovers of water treatments.
2. Cast iron: withstands heat for a long time, heavy and durable material. But there is also a downside: mechanical shock causes chips.
3. Acrylic is a modern high-quality material, durable and not heavy. Requires special care: the surface is easy to scratch.

Be sure to consider these points when shopping to ensure your bathroom is comfortable.

A full bathroom is usually located along the longest wall

Corner models are more compact and save space for a washing machine or piece of furniture

When the bathroom has a large area

The area of ​​the combined small-sized bathroom is increased due to the missing partition, so it is not difficult to find a place for large household appliances.

Let's consider several options for placing a washing machine:

• under the sink
• next to the sink under the common countertop
• in place of the bathtub, when replacing it with a shower cabin

The compactness of all furnishings is the main requirement when planning small-sized bathrooms.

In order for the machine to fit under the sink without any problems, you must:

Purchase a narrow (36–40 cm deep) and low (up to 70 cm) front-loading model. Today, many well-known manufacturers produce special units “under the washbasin”. And some offer ready-made kits: a machine plus a sink, which is especially convenient.

Important: When purchasing a compact washing machine, pay attention to the capacity of the drum. At least 6 kg of items must be loaded into the machine at a time, otherwise its use will be irrational

You will also need a water lily sink with a horizontal drain. It needs to be mounted on brackets. It is highly undesirable to rest the washbasin directly on the equipment.

Tip: To protect the washing machine from splashes, you should choose a sink that protrudes 5–10 cm beyond its boundaries.

It is recommended to install the machine directly under the sink only as a last resort. This method has several disadvantages:

• Due to the specific design of the sink, the drain and siphon become clogged more often.
• Mini-machine machines with a capacious drum can be more expensive than their full-size counterparts.
• There is always a risk of water getting on the electronics of the washing machine.

But it is best to allocate a special space for a mini-laundry. Here you can additionally install a drying machine, ironing board and hanger for freshly washed clothes.

Instead of a bathtub, you can install a shower stall and a washing machine nearby.

If there is very little space, then it is better to purchase a top-loading washing machine.

If you remove the bathtub, you will be able to install a machine even in the smallest bathroom.

This option will be possible if you decide to replace the bathtub with a shower stall. If you get rid of such a large part, you will have space not only for installing a washing machine, but also for additional cabinets or chests of drawers, and you can even add a basket for dirty laundry. At the same time, there will still be living space for freer movement.

After you have managed to place everything necessary and important in a tiny bathroom, you must try to create comfort so that it turns into a zone of complete relaxation in the evening, and in the morning - a zone of vigor. To do this, you need to love your tiny bathroom and add a few important details to its design that will turn it into a comfortable and beautiful corner.

We invite you to familiarize yourself with the Dimensions of interior doors to the toilet

If a bathtub 150 cm long is enough for owners, it can be placed on the short side. In this case, it becomes possible to use either the side opposite the bathtub by installing a narrow model of household appliances and a sink with a cabinet up to 90 cm (as in the photo below), or a wall adjacent to the bathtub and a top-loading washing machine (see below). In this case, the cabinet with washbasin can be up to 60 cm.

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Options for remodeling a small bathroom

The dimensions of kitchens and bathrooms in Khrushchev-era apartment buildings are an interesting topic that we can talk about tirelessly. Some owners constantly complain about the cramped space, others are happy with the space and are ready to take a creative approach to arranging the premises.

Especially for the owners of Khrushchev-era apartments, we decided to bring interesting design solutions with which you can get the most comfortable design in the bathroom and not have to worry about the question: “Where to put the washing machine?”

When remodeling a bathroom, add a few square inches of hallway space to the bathroom's square footage. This will create a niche into which the washing machine can easily fit. The unit can be placed directly on the floor or at a higher level. Remember that the installation drum is considered optimal at a distance of 90 cm from the floor covering, this will make using the machine even more convenient.

A place for a washing machine can be found without major redevelopment or major repairs.

An interesting idea is to create a small niche the size of a washing machine using a window sill facing the hallway. An organized ledge in the hallway can be easily disguised with the facade of a wardrobe. So you can get some kind of redevelopment without starting it.

We hope that after reading the article you will not be left with the question: “Where to put a washing machine in a small bathroom?” There are a lot of options for placing equipment, from standard installation under the sink to creative wall mounting.

Carefully consider the design of the bathroom, evaluate its design features, select the correct dimensions of the machine, and then the problem with the placement of the washing machine will be solved.

Composition and technical characteristics

The basis of the glue is natural gypsum. Polymer materials are added to it, which determine the color of the mixture. Tinting does not affect the installation qualities of the mixture in any way. Glue consumption per 1 m2 does not depend on color. The adhesive composition has certificates confirming high quality standards. Perlfix gypsum adhesive produced by the Knauf production company has the following technical characteristics:

1. Increased adhesion – a high degree of adhesion of various materials.
2. Eco-friendly and hypoallergenic. There is not a single toxic substance among the ingredients.
3. The only purpose is interior decoration of residential and industrial premises.
4. Used in the temperature range: +5-30 degrees Celsius.
5. Can be used for puttying small cracks and potholes.
6. The shelf life of the finish is several decades.
7. Allows adjustment of fixed materials. The composition is elastic and gives stretch.
8. Setting time: 10 minutes.
9. The period of complete fixation is 7 days.
10. Neutral to mechanical stress. Withstands static, vibration and shock loads.

When using glue, there is no need for additional fixation with other fasteners. The adhesive composition retains its qualities for many years.

Sink cabinet

It’s difficult to choose a separate bedside table for each room, but you can make one for your bathroom with your own hands. With some effort, you can get a beautiful cabinet with shelves made of glass.

To do this, you will need plywood with a sufficiently thick thickness or chipboard. For the shelves you will need to select glass sheets. Their thickness must be at least 6 mm. Additional accessories include screws for furniture and wood, corners to fasten furniture in the bathroom, and hinges for doors in case they need to be closed. It is necessary to select varnish or paint, putty and double-sided tape.

The entire process of creating a bathroom cabinet takes place in several stages. First you need to draw all the details with a pencil on the selected material. We must not forget about the cut for the siphon, which is necessary for the washbasin. Calculate all dimensions in advance.

Installation diagram of glass shelves.

Then you need to cut out the walls and bottom for the bathroom cabinet. All parts are fastened with self-tapping screws so that the heads of the screws do not protrude above the surface of the parts, so that they can be carefully hidden with putty. There is no need to hang doors on bathroom furniture yet. You need to cut out all the parts one by one and fasten them together. First of all, only three main walls are cut out and assembled for a bathroom vanity, and then other parts are added to them. Each new cut part must first be tried on at the fastening location.

The assembled bathroom furniture must be tried on in its intended place. The workpiece should not wobble. The cabinet should be level, without oblique corners. Since the bedside table is adjacent to the bathroom sink, and a siphon will be attached to the back of it, there is no need to make a back wall. Instead, you can use furniture corners. Most often, it will be enough to use two corners under the tabletop. They are attached with short self-tapping screws.

The next step is to putty the structure. To make bathroom furniture look beautiful, you need to make the surface as smooth as possible, especially if chipboard was used. In the case when old bathroom furniture is used to create new furniture, you can only putty the edges and joints.

Sandpaper is used to sand areas where putty was not used. Sanding is performed for the purpose of better quality further painting of furniture. After sanding, you can begin the painting process. You can use a spray bottle or a soft brush. If the putty was applied to large areas, then it is necessary to apply an additional primer to the surface and only then paint. You can use pigmented varnish, then the furniture will have the beautiful, noble appearance of real wood. Once the paint is dry, you can attach the cabinet doors and move the furniture back into place.

Making shelves

Installation diagram of aluminum strips for countertops.

Next, all that remains is to build the glass shelves. You can buy them ready-made or order them according to your own sizes in workshops. You can build this piece of furniture yourself. First, all measurements are taken, after which they are applied to the glass. Using a glass cutter, the shelf and glass sheets are cut out. Using a special sharpening wheel, the edges are processed so that they become semicircular. Now you need to make the shelves matte. To do this, the desired surface is sprinkled with sand, and then it is rubbed with other glass. Sand is added if necessary. The procedure must be performed until the surface has the same matte finish without any scratches. To make this action faster, you can use a drill attachment. At low speeds, the nozzle needs to grind the sand. It is necessary to ensure that the glass does not overheat due to friction, because... If the temperature rises significantly, it may crack.

After the glass is prepared, the shelves from it need to be fixed in the bedside table using special fasteners. The top glass can become a tabletop, and therefore it is additionally secured with tape. In the future, you can further decorate the bedside table as you wish.

Types of shelves

Modern people are always in a hurry, manufacturers know this, which is why there is a huge selection of shelves on the market. You don’t have to make the product yourself - you can open one of the catalogs and choose the model you like. But before that, you should familiarize yourself with what kind of shelves there are.

Mounted

Such products can be made of a variety of materials; shelves are mounted at the top of the walls. Perfect for a small bathroom; you can place toothbrushes, gels, shampoos, etc. on the shelf.

Velcro

Expert opinion

Mikhailov Ivan Maksimovich

Furniture maker. Work experience 3 years.

People who are attracted by simplicity and who do not want to spend a lot of time on installation will definitely like the Velcro shelf. It attaches to any surface, but withstands minimal load.

Corner

Not everyone uses corners in their bathroom, but in vain, because this place is the best suited for placing shelves. They are almost invisible, but contain a large number of things. Corner models come in both wall-mounted and floor-mounted types.

Please note: if you install a wall-mounted shelf-cabinet, you can even hide communications and meters in it. Of course, for this it will need to be made deeper.

If you carefully study the products that manufacturers offer for bathrooms, you can find very interesting models, for example, a wall-mounted module with a pull-out laundry basket. Ikea has such a module in the ALGOT series - it is very functional, and it even includes a dryer for small items.

The nuances of installing a washing machine in a closet

To install a washing machine in a closet or cabinet, you need to carefully study the page with instructions for placement and connection in the data sheet of a specific model. Based on this information, we can conclude what height, width and depth is required for a niche to be built in with the necessary clearances.

Of the main nuances of designing cabinets for washing machines of different configurations, several key ones can be identified.

Best of all – floor placement

There are a lot of photos online where a cabinet is made with the washing machine raised onto a shelf or podium, and this is not the best solution.

The weight of the unit during operation is about 100-120 kg with constant vibration, which has a destructive effect on any furniture joints. If you want to make an additional storage compartment or drawer under the washing machine, use special metal shelves with fastenings for this.

Don't forget about moisture. In the event of a leak (and during long-term operation it will happen sooner or later, for various reasons), the steel structure will not suffer in any way. But a frame made of wood, MDF or laminated chipboard will need to be completely replaced.

Washing machine in the closet

If you want to make a cabinet for a washing machine with sliding sliding doors, be sure to take into account the width of the door so that it does not block the extension of the tray and the opening of the drum. Ideally, the width of the sliding door should be sufficient so that the unit itself can be freely “grabbed” and pulled out of the niche without removing the cabinet door from the rails.

About closing the washing machine doors

To make a cabinet for a washing machine with closing hinged doors, you need to take into account the actual dimensions of the unit, with a protruding drum relief and adjustment buttons. It is often necessary to increase the depth of the sidewalls by 50-70mm.

You should also choose the right furniture hinges for attaching doors to the body of a cabinet or cabinet. Conventional four-hinged hinges “stick out” by 15-20mm and extend to the depth of the sidewall up to 50-70mm. To ensure that the washing machine can be easily inserted and removed from the niche without removing the door from its hinges, it is necessary to take this fact into account.

Often, standard four-hinged hinges are replaced with mini hinges (with a 26mm bowl) - they are more compact. Or they even attach the doors to mortise hinges. You can read more about the types of loops here.

Other nuances of installing a washing machine in a closet or cabinet

When building a washing machine into a niche, cabinet or cabinet with a countertop, you should take into account its external design. For example, there are often situations when the top tray becomes inaccessible due to the lid hanging on top. And the design of the lower part does not allow the installation of a plinth.

You should not attach pieces of furniture to the washing machine - be it the countertop or the sides of the add-on. The only exception is the facades of the built-in model - they are rigidly attached to the front part.

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 its 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.

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What materials can be used?

The cabinet can be made from:

You should choose materials that are resistant to high humidity. Every furniture maker can cope with this task.

Doors are made from:

• furniture board,
• wood,
• glass,
• plastic,
• may look like blinds made of plastic or metal.

The following idea will ensure proper ventilation of the machine. Experts recommend opening the door at night after finishing washing, but people often forget to do this, and an open door can cause injury. To solve these problems, you can install special doors that allow air to pass through, providing round-the-clock ventilation.

Which curtain rods are best to hang tulle on?

Ceiling cornice

Ceiling cornice has considerable popularity. It got its name because of the installation method, since it is fixed to the ceiling using self-tapping screws. This type of cornice allows you to hang even the longest tulle.

The main feature of this type is that it comes in a flexible design; it can also be single or multi-level, making it possible to create a multi-layer composition.

Rod cornice

A rod cornice is the simplest design, which involves installing brackets along the edges of the window opening, followed by the installation of a special rod in them. The bar itself can be metal, plastic or wood.

Advice! To increase space, such a cornice should be placed as high as possible.

Rod cornice

Baguette cornices

Baguette cornice is the most interesting option. It consists of a hidden profile, additional fastening and a decorative strip that acts as a damper. It can be made of metal, plastic or wood.

This design is mostly decorative, so the plank can have different finishes

Profile cornices

To be able to hang several layers of tulle, you can install a profile cornice. Its advantage is that it is made of aluminum profile and can withstand high loads. In addition, such a cornice is universal and can be given absolutely any shape. If desired, you can automate the profile cornice, which will allow you to control the movement of the hinges, opening or closing the window with tulle.

Profile cornice

Telescopic cornice

The telescopic cornice is designed for hanging light tulle. This design is mainly used for small or narrow windows. At the same time, such a cornice does not require installation; it is installed using sliding modules.

Roman curtain rod

A curtain rod for Roman blinds is a structure that can be installed on the ceiling, in an opening on a window profile, or on a wall. Fastening curtains or tulle is done by gluing the fabric to the adhesive tape, which is located on the front side of the cornice. The structure is also equipped with a special lifting mechanism that assembles the curtain. The mechanism can be manual or automated. The curtains are assembled by hand using a system of cords or a chain. But the automated one assumes the presence of a wall unit controlled from a remote control.

Light and ceiling design in a small bathroom

The color scheme in the overall composition of the bathroom is chosen in two primary colors. Contrasting solutions make the impression more interesting, and two competing colors create the illusion of more space. Properly organized ceiling space and room lighting will help complete this illusion.

Contrast of two colors in the bathroom

Color contrast is achieved by using and applying different colored tiles on surfaces that highlight the shape of the room, such as adjacent walls or overhangs that cover the home's communications.

Such a contrast immediately catches the eye, makes it delineate the boundary in space and attracts the main attention. Light and dark tiles selected in the same shade group are best suited for this.

Small spaces, unlike large rooms, do not require a strong main light source.

On the contrary, it is better to use several spotlights here, which will only ensure that the entire volume is completely filled with light.

The secret of using spot lighting is quite simple: mini lamps provide softer lighting and do not give light and hard shadows in the room; a volume flooded with light really does not create shadows.

For a small bathroom, it is a good idea to use such a technique as installing special types of lighting - wall lamps or LED mirror lighting elements.

Modern lighting technology allows the use of LEDs with a variable emission spectrum, which makes lighting multidimensional.

Warm tones of LED lamps offer a softer yellowish light - this lighting looks too unnatural and even a little warm.

But the cool spectrum provides a luminous flux close to normal natural daylight. In this spectrum, glossy tiles appear smoother, giving the effect of expanded space.

A traditional style ceiling with a glossy or matte white finish usually does not give the desired effect of a large space.

Whether the design uses a hanging system of metal structures, alternating shiny and anodized shiny strips such as gold or silver is another matter.

The interesting solution of a metal ceiling in itself will make the bathroom more sophisticated and impressive.

Step-by-step instructions for making a cabinet above the washing machine with your own hands

You can assemble the cabinet yourself. Both beginners and experienced home craftsmen can do this. The most important thing is to make the right calculations.

What is needed for making

In addition to manufacturing materials, you will need a minimum set of tools:

• screwdriver;
• drill;
• jigsaw;
• fastenings (corners, screws);
• accessories;
• pencil and tape measure.

Equipment and tools for making a cabinet can be found in every home.
Be sure to purchase and use protective equipment - glasses and gloves.

Preparatory stage

First you need to measure the dimensions of the stylish car and calculate the dimensions of the cabinet.

Important! Furniture should look organic in the bathroom. If it is small, then you should not make a cabinet under the ceiling. In addition, tall models are less stable

Optimal height – 1.7 m

In addition, tall models are less stable. The optimal height is 1.7 m.

It is better to make a cabinet from moisture-resistant laminated MDF boards: this is the most suitable budget material. It consists of pressed chips and natural binding elements that, when heated, do not emit harmful substances into the air.

It is necessary to make a drawing, taking into account the dimensions of the cabinet. It should be 3-4 cm wider than the washing machine.

Necessarily! The board must be covered with PVC, the thickness of the material is at least 19-20 mm. Furniture made from this material can withstand a heavy washing machine weighing up to 80 kg.

The MDF surface must be solid, without scratches or chips. Otherwise, the furniture will quickly deteriorate from moisture.

It is necessary to calculate the parameters of the parts, taking into account the fact that the shelves will be 10-15 cm shorter than the lower and upper walls. Then markings are applied to the MDF sheet and cut.

If you cannot cut out the parts yourself or lack confidence in your abilities, it is better to order them.

You can order ready-made material, which will be cut on a special machine.

Step-by-step description of the manufacturing process

How to assemble a cabinet for a washing machine:

• Screw the legs to the base;
• drill holes and insert shelf holders;
• connect the base and connect it with corners to the side walls;
• fasten the top part to the back bar with corners;
• install internal shelves.

At this stage the cabinet is almost assembled. All that remains is to install the doors with closers and think about the finishing.

Instead of a cabinet, you can hang air hanging shelves above the washing machine. It's much easier and takes minimal time. All you need is a treated board, a drill, a screwdriver and corner fasteners on which the structure will be held. However, it is worth considering the capabilities of the wall: if it is “weak,” then you should not place large, heavy objects on the shelves.

Final finishing and decor

If photo printing is applied to the laminated material, then there is no need for decoration. However, you can do it differently and attach lightweight mirrors to the shelf doors. They will reflect light, making the room seem more spacious.

Mirrors visually increase the space in the room, so many designers take advantage of this advantage.

You can also complete the decoration by installing useful accessories, such as a hook for hanging a laundry basket or a towel holder. These additions will be useful in order to save space and properly arrange the work area.

With the help of such cabinets you can significantly transform your interior.

Examples in the interior

We offer 10 examples of successful selection and placement of shelving structures above the washing machine.

• A laconic wooden frame system with two shelves for storing necessary items.

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1. Varieties
2. Materials
3. Types of shelves
4. Tips from the professionals

The washing machine takes up a lot of space in the bathroom, making it difficult to place other things. In this case, residents of their apartments come up with alternative options to save space: someone installs a washing machine above the toilet, others nail shelves above it.

If you have imagination, then there will be a solution on how to save space. But in this case there is no need to invent anything, the idea is already there - placing shelves above the washing machine. It is up to the owners of the bathroom to decide what they will be like. The main thing is that they match the interior and are spacious.

How to properly plant and care for the Midsummer climbing rose

Floribunda does not tolerate excess moisture and drafts, so the growing area should be located on a hill and protected from winds. The planting area for climbing roses should be illuminated and shaded during hot times of the day so that the sun does not burn the leaves and petals. The flower prefers soil that is nutritious, easily permeable to air, and cannot tolerate drying out. Black soil and loamy soil are well suited for planting.

You can plant a Midsummer rose both in the spring, when the ground has warmed up well, and in the fall, the main thing is to get it at the right time. To plant you should:

• dig a hole 50-60 cm deep;
• pour drainage material onto the bottom;
• put fermented mullein or compost on top;
• Place the roots of the seedling in a clay mash for a few minutes and dry;
• shorten too long roots and remove diseased roots;
• place the seedling in the hole so that the grafting site is located 3-4 cm below the surface of the earth;
• pour 3-5 liters of clean water;
• fill the hole with fertile garden soil;
• mulch the base of the bush with fresh grass, straw or wood shavings;
• Tie the seedling to a support.

After planting, as well as subsequently, the rose needs care, including watering, loosening the soil, removing weeds, fertilizing, and pruning. The plant should be watered 3 to 5 times a week to prevent the soil from drying out, which it does not tolerate well. Water for irrigation should be used warm, well-settled. It is better to water early in the morning or in the evening. Several times a week you need to fluff up the soil so that fresh air can better reach the root system.

In order for a rose to bloom abundantly, it is worth providing it with nutrients. During the entire flowering period, it should be fed with organic and mineral fertilizers. They can be entered either separately or together. The plant needs to be fed twice every 30 days. To prepare an organic-mineral mixture you need:

• mix mullein and water in a ratio of 1:3;
• add 15 g of phosphate-potassium-nitrogen fertilizers to 10 liters of the resulting composition;
• to stir thoroughly;
• leave to ferment for 14 days;
• Dilute 1 part of the resulting solution with 10 liters of water.

The mixture is ready for watering. To increase the frost resistance of the flower, in September the soil around the bush should be fertilized with potassium preparations.

Midsummer should be pruned carefully, removing only damaged and dried stems, as well as wilted and faded buds. If necessary, you can slightly thin out the bush. Due to its high frost resistance, the rose tolerates light frosts well, so you can start covering it at a temperature of -15 degrees. To do this, the bush is hilled up and covered with spruce paws or rags.

The plant is very rarely exposed to disease; if this does happen, the reason for this is improper care. In addition, it is not immune to damage from harmful insects. When they appear, the bush should be treated with insecticides designed to control pests. When infected with bacterial cancer, the plant is treated with copper sulfate or Bordeaux mixture.

With sufficient attention and care, a Midsummer rose bush strewn with gorgeous bright flowers will decorate any garden or the facade of a house and give pleasant emotions not only to its owner, but also to guests.

Rose Midsummer:

Little tricks for arranging a small bathroom

1. Lighting. It is necessary to use several lighting sources, which can be turned on either separately or together. The play of light and shadow always creates volume in space and gives it charm. The light range of lamps should be closer to warm, yellow, and non-flickering.
2. Mirrors. Here they can be used in a variety of combinations. A large mirror above the sink is always great for expanding the space.
   Mirrored facades of the cabinet and the furniture itself will also help to visually dissolve the furniture in space.

   Finally, the latest trend is mirror tiles on the wall. It has a significant drawback - stains from water droplets appear on it very quickly. For those who do not want to constantly see traces of drops on the tiles, it is advisable to lay a mosaic with mirror elements on the wall. In this case, there will not be many mirror tiles, but they will also have the effect of expanding the room.

3. Bright accessories. This is exactly what you can afford in a small bathroom of 2 square meters. A bright soap dish, a glass for toothbrushes, a soap dispenser - all this will create the atmosphere. Everything must be maintained in the same style, otherwise instead of harmony you can get dissonance.

Types of cabinets for washing machines

Wall cabinet above the washing machine

Models of cabinets above the washing machine in the bathroom can be of two types:

• Sections with storage shelves are suspended above the washing machine, which is simply installed underneath them. Suitable for very compact spaces;
• The hanging section goes around the washing machine in the shape of the letter L. At the bottom side there is usually a compartment with a basket for dirty laundry. The compartment with shelves is also located at the top. A more practical modification. But she needs more space. Weight increases.

All of them require mounting directly to the wall without resting on the floor. For this purpose, select only durable walls with high-quality finishing. It is advisable to hang it from supporting structures. Overloading a weak wall can cause it to partially collapse.

Cabinets that do not exceed the width of the machine itself look harmonious. The height can be any. When hanging the cabinet, leave enough space between its bottom and the top of the washer. This way you can completely avoid problems with vibration and overheating.

Floor-standing models of cabinets for washing machines for bathrooms

The next popular type is a floor-standing cabinet for a washing machine in the bathroom. They have no bottom and may completely or partially lack a back wall. This is due to the heavy weight of the equipment and the need to remove pipes. A rarer type are models where the equipment is located in the upper part. It looks original, but it will create a lot of problems for you with the need to lift the laundry when loading it into the drum. It is also inconvenient to pour the powder, since you will not see a compartment for it at all.

Compared to wall-mounted ones, floor-mounted ones will require more space. But they will provide you with a complete and spacious storage system. You don't have to rely on the load-bearing wall. Choose any free one.

The height of the cabinet can vary from 1.7 to 2.1 meters. The width depends on whether the cabinet has one or two sections. But, you can be sure that it will not be narrower than 65 cm.

Built-in models

A built-in cabinet for a washing machine in a bathroom is quite rare. This is due to lack of space. But, if you are lucky enough to own a spacious bathroom, then by installing such a cabinet, you will get a lot of advantages. Gives complete freedom in organizing shelves and drawers. You can choose everything strictly to your taste. The absence of a frame will allow you to slightly increase the niche for the car. It’s a pity, but such an economical option in terms of space taken up is very difficult to place where it is really required. Be sure to level the walls and tiles. If there are significant differences in floor level, a concrete screed will help. If the problems are related to old, bumpy and chipped tiles, then it is easier to dismantle them than to level them.

Design of a combined bathroom 4 sq.m.

4 square meters is approximately 2x2 meters on the walls. 1 wall is always occupied by a bathroom, 2nd washbasin with a mirror, 3rd toilet and 4th door. There are literally no such free walls in any bathroom. Therefore, the question of the interior design itself comes last: in a bathroom combined with a toilet, this is done precisely by competent planning and arrangement of objects.

The smallest bathtubs are available in acrylic (yes, not cast iron), or skip that altogether and go with a shower.

The ceiling is a white matte stretch ceiling.

The floor is porcelain stoneware with a carved edge (to reduce the seams between the tiles).

The walls are tiled, but this is where the mistakes begin.

Tiling the bathroom: this sentence already has the answer.

Decoration, not furniture. Tile is a finishing material.

In a small area, any attempt to use bright, colorful tiles with patterns and patterns, textures, etc. doomed to fail. It will be just a collective farm mess of colors and textures, which will contrast with the white plumbing.

For a 4 sq. m bathroom, we always choose tiles in light colors (gray, beige, white) with a natural texture: stone, marble, concrete.

It is super practical - water stains are not visible on it, it does not contrast with the plumbing, does not attract attention and has a minimal chance of ruining the renovation.

If the bathroom is 5-6 meters, you can use 2 types of tiles on the walls. But do not divide the wall horizontally or vertically, but use the principle of 1 floor - 1 tile. In extreme cases, zoning is applicable to plumbing and furniture or for some ideas.

For bathrooms with an area of ​​4 square meters, I strongly recommend using type 1 tiles on the walls.

The area of ​​open walls is still very small; there is no point in trying to depict anything on it.

Furniture (drawers and cabinet for bottle jars) is best in glossy white. It is practical (contrary to the erroneous opinion of those who did not take care of it) and does not stop the eye at all, which is what we need. Plus it doesn’t add unnecessary colors.