Cabinet above the washing machine in the bathroom How to make your own hands?

Nowadays it is very popular compact studio apartments or apartments in the so-called "Khrushchev," where every centimeter to properly use to take maximum benefit from the space. The modern interior is beautiful, high-quality and functional furniture - the main rule.

One of the highlights - the equipment room for the washing machine. No matter where it is located - in the bathroom, hallway or kitchen. Installation in the bathroom of course much easier than, for example, in the kitchen. For the installation does not require additional fittings hoses.

To save space in the room or masking household appliances became popular to do the cabinet above the washing machine.

Advantages and disadvantages of this interior solutions

Let's start with the pros.

1. Firstly, the cabinet covers appliances from moisture (if the washing machine is in the bathroom, it naturally falls water), protecting thus its casing from corrosion.
   

   Convenient rack for washing machine and sink looks stylish and beautiful, but also protects the washing machine from external influences

2. Secondly, a case can be made vertical, and the upper compartment of the machine to fill, such as household cleaning products. All the comfortable and "at hand", and saves space. A large number of additional shelves creates order and makes it easy to clean the bathroom.

Built-in closets can be installed only in large rooms. It requires a lot of enough space, so this option is unfortunately not suitable for small apartments.

The only negative is that you can not in time to notice a leak, if the washing machine is installed inside. Also, the cabinet may be short-lived, but this will depend on the material to choose for its manufacturing.

The choice of building material

Before selecting materials requires careful and precise measurement of bathrooms and washing machine. Different models have different dimensions. Then you need to make a drawing, taking into account the size of the cabinet. It should be 3-4 cm wider than the washing machine.

Height, choose the most suitable option for you, can range from 2 to 2.5 meters. The higher the design, the more will the number of functional shelves. Note: high design unstable. The dimensions of the enclosure must fit bathrooms, large furniture in a small space looks ridiculous and takes up space.

After metering we go to the store and pick up water resistant MDF, which is the most suitable one for budgetary and furniture manufacture. This is a relatively new material, which is obtained by compressing finely divided dry sawdust. But at the same time, it is highly resistant to aggressive environment. When choosing MDF should pay attention to the thickness, choose the desired color and texture. It must necessarily have a PVC coating for additional protection against moisture. MDF thickness is required not less than 19-20 mm, such parameters cabinet is very reliable and will withstand a washing machine, which weighs about 80 kg.

Carefully read the product surface for chips and scratches. To start manufacturing.

Of the tools you will need quite a standard set:

1. drill;
2. screwdriver;
3. jigsaws;
4. metal corners;
5. screws;
6. tape measure, a pencil.

Before the production, the size of the locker expect all the details. Intermediate flange to be 10-15 mm shorter than the bottom and the top wall. Making the layout and cut out details on the individual sizes. You can order a ready-made material that is cut out on a special machine.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. First of all attached to the base leg.
2. Mark up the holes for the shelf supports on the side walls.
   

   Holes for mounting shelves on the side walls

3. Drill drill holes and insert the shelf supports.
4. Take the base (bottom) and connect it with the parts and screws with the side walls.
   

   The openings for connecting the frame locker

   

   Withdrawal of screws and end opening

5. Fasten the top of the cabinet and the back wall using brackets.
6. Next, set the internal shelves.
7. Finally install the door with a door closer. It can be done with the door mirror, if desired. Mirrors visually increase the space in the room, so this advantage enjoyed by many designers.

In some cases, the washing machine door is not closed, and it is in harmony "fit" into the new interior. White washing machine can be put into a classic snow-white bathroom, and metallic gray fit into the bathroom with gray tiles.

If there is time and opportunity to accommodate a wardrobe, possible more simple and affordable option - placing shelves above the washing machine. They also possible to store a variety of accessories that are needed in daily care.

They can make from an improvised cloth such as MDF pieces that might remain after the repair of an apartment, or of glass, covered with foil (for easy maintenance).

Buy ready-made furniture, or create a budget and the most suitable size for universal rack or cabinet? In any case, the choice is yours.

Video: Double closet with a washing machine inside

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