Bathrooms in many apartments do not have a large size. Therefore, landlords are trying to use every corner of the space. To do this, you should know how to install the sink above the washing machine.
Embed the washing machine under the sink can be in the bathroom or in combination bathroom with bath and toilet at the same time.
The advantages of this arrangement:
- Save space. Set the machine can be in a room with minimum clearance.
- No need to buy a stand. The space under the washbasin unit takes.
- Saving. Small machines cheaper standard, consume less energy and water.
At the same time there are also some disadvantages:
- Difficult access to communications. To replace the siphon, or other elements of the plumbing required to remove stiralku.
- Replacing the sink. The machine can be built under every sink. Under high washbasin faucet is positioned too high. You have to buy the shell-lily.
- Weight load. Small appliances at one time a small amount of laundry washed. For a family of three is enough. But if the device will be more than three people, will have to increase the number of washes.
- Buying siphon. To build a car under the sink will need horizontal siphon. Only with his help will be able to carry out the sewer pipe for the rear wall of the unit. The water flows in a siphon with a minimum speed, due to which increases the risk of clogging.
- Low level of security. When you use the washbasin water can get to the electronic control units. This can lead to equipment failure or electrical shock.
- A small selection. In the Russian market are still few miniature devices that can be placed under the sink.
The selection of the washing machine
Before buying the equipment necessary to deal with how to choose a washing machine size. To install under the sink in the bathroom, she should at least to fit.
The depth and width
The depth of the machine, choose the size of the shell. It should be less than 20 cm depth washbasin. It is necessary to leave about 15 cm of communications for the rear wall. The remaining 5 cm need to create canopy over the sink unit. Width depends on the space available.
Height
This parameter should not exceed 70 cm. This is required for ease of use washstand. If you put the device in the height of 80 cm, the shell will be approximately at the level meter. People of small stature and children to be inconvenient to use such a washbasin.
selection of shell
Washbasin above the washing machine can be ceramic or metal. When choosing it is worth considering:
- washstand depth should be at least 20 cm greater than the depth of the washing equipment;
- shaped shell choose the type of "water lily" and not with a deep bottom;
- Connection siphon back or side to avoid hardship;
- It does not matter whether on the sink tap hole.
Preparing to Install
First, think of the place of installation. Sometimes the machine is inserted under the sink in the kitchen. At the same time remember that the smell of washing powder will be spread all over the kitchen.
Before installation, make a plan, and display it in the wiring diagram, the method of attaching the sink and its dimensions. During operation, clearly follow the plan.
assembly rules
Install equipment only in accordance with the instructions:
- Washbasin edges must form visor to prevent ingress of water to the machine.
- It can be embedded in the sink countertop. So it will serve as an additional surface in the bathroom and at the same time creates a moisture barrier for the device.
- The machine frame must not be in contact with the sewage system.
Overview of compact cars
To choose a washing machine of small size is not easy. The shops offer a limited selection of such models. But there are a few popular, which are listed in the summary rating.
Candy Aqua 1041 D1
Device Russian manufacture with such dimensions - width 43 cm, height 69.5 cm, depth 51 cm. Different spin speed and a choice of operating modes. The average price is 21 thousand. rubles.
Pros:
- easily fit under a sink;
- durable tank;
- e-governance;
- additional functions.
Zanussi FCS 825 C
Italian high-quality machine with front loading. The dimensions are - Width 51.5 cm, height 67 cm, depth 49.5 cm. It costs an average of 38 thousand. rubles.
Benefits:
- low noise level during operation;
- modes under different washing clothes;
- High degree of protection against moisture ingress to the electronic control unit;
- protection against leaks.
Disadvantages:
- I have to wash more often as a capacity of 3 kg load, which may affect the service life of equipment;
- there is no indication of washing modes;
- Shumnovata during the spin cycle.
Electrolux EWC 1150
Compact model of the Swedish production is not inferior to the quality of work of standard-size cars. Maximum number of revolutions is 1300, and the load weight - 3 kg. Dimensions - height 67 cm, depth 49.5 cm, width 51.5 cm. It sold at a price of about 30 thousand. rubles.
Advantages:
- stylish design;
- digital display shows all the stages of washing;
- special valve at the outlet prevents dirty water from entering the water washing powder during rinsing;
- intelligent control and protection against leakage.
Disadvantages:
- no adjustment feet;
- no AQUASTOP.
Eurosoba 1100 Sprint
The most expensive car in the survey due to manual assembly. But the cost is offset by high reliability and is about 55 thousand. rubles. Holds up to 3 kg laundry. Dimensions - height 68 cm, width 46 cm, depth 45 cm. You can choose to create a wash program.
Pros:
- low consumption of resources;
- made in Switzerland;
- friendly management.
Minuses:
- road maintenance;
- no timer.
Besides these brands, the small size is different from the laundry equipment Bosch and Hansa. But they have a greater height, so installing a sink can bring discomfort.
Installing the washing machine under the sink saves space and complement the bathroom design. In the selection of all the components of such a facility, consider all the important parameters, or ask for it to a specialist, so as not to miss anything important.
