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How To Make A Laundry Room In A Bathroom More Appealing

Published on: 29/05/2024 Author: Babette

Providing ease of access to the required utility connections, drainage and ventilation, many homeowners opt to install a washing machine in the bathroom to save space. Likewise, a bathroom laundry setup can also reduce the number of trips up and down the stairs making the entire laundry process easier to complete.

If everything checks out in terms of safety and practicality, the only other thing to consider is how to improve the aesthetics of your bathroom laundry setup.

Here are some top tips from the experts here at Washtower to ensure you gain all the benefits of a bathroom laundry space without compromising on style.

Start With The Right Setup - Safety, Utilities & Ventilation

Knowing how to protect a washing machine in a bathroom can go a long way in improving both the safety and aesthetics of your space in one easy move.

For the most part, bathrooms will usually already provide the required plumbing, electrical and ventilation for a washer and dryer. However, these utilities may need to be adjusted or upgraded to be able to accommodate your laundry appliances.

In particular, Checkatrade recommends that plug sockets need to be at least three metres away from a bath or shower. Therefore, this may rule out smaller bathrooms.

Beyond compliance with safety and building regulations, getting your setup right can also improve the finished result of your bathroom laundry room. That’s because you’ll be less likely to experience mould, dampness, leaks and other aspects that can spoil the enjoyment of the space.

Create a seamless look that complements your kitchen's design.

House Your Appliances In A Laundry Cabinet

When safety and compliance get the green light, your next consideration is how you will store your washing machine and dryer in the bathroom.

While you could opt for a standalone appliance placed on the floor, or even try and fit the washing machine in a bathroom cupboard—purpose-built laundry cabinets offer the most convenient solution by far.

Crucially, Washtower laundry cabinets are specifically made to safely house a washer and dryer. Our laundry cabinets also have intuitive design features to reduce the noise and vibrations of your machine. Plus, our cabinets also offer an ergonomic height to reduce the physical strain of loading and unloading your machines.

Design-wise, you might want to consider a side-by-side configuration or a stacked configuration. Washtower laundry cabinets can be found in various configurations, including smaller laundry cabinets geared towards bathrooms, utility rooms and similar tight spaces.

What makes Washtower® cupboards 100% safe?

The cupboard cannot fall/ tip over

The wall anchors supplied ensure secure wall mounting.

The cupboard absorbs vibrations

Thanks to the innovative construction model, the cupboard (WSCS146(2)) absorbs all vibrations.

The cupboard will not sag

The cupboard is suitable for heavier machines. It will not sag due to heavy machines.

No warranty loss on appliances

Because of the safety of our cabinets, you retain the warranty on both the cabinet and the machine

Making Exposed Laundry Appliances Look More Attractive

One consideration of putting the washing machine in the bathroom is that for safety purposes, it is not recommended to house laundry appliances in a closed drawer or cabinet. This means that laundry cabinets are typically designed with the front of the machine exposed, to allow for plenty of ventilation as well as ease of access.

With this in mind, choosing the right laundry cabinets can be instrumental in improving the overall look of your machines. Furthermore, housing your appliances within a laundry cabinet will at least shield the sides and back of the machine from view.

You might not be able to change the fact that the front of your washing machine and dryer needs to be exposed. But one thing you can do is work with this in terms of the design.

For instance, building additional storage around your machine to create a sleek setup that draws the eye to what’s going on around the appliances. The aim is to make your appliances feel like they belong in the space because the storage and accessories around them all fit the laundry theme.

Good to know: Washtower laundry cabinets are also available with additional storage so that you can keep your ironing board, detergent and similar products in close reach yet also neatly out of sight.

Finish Up With Handy And Personalised Accessories

If you are undertaking a bathroom makeover to be able to accommodate a washing machine or dryer, then why not take the opportunity to add a touch of style to the room?

A clean lick of paint can instantly revive the look of a tired bathroom, whether neutral shades or bright pops of colour are more your thing. If you’ve recently had some additional pipework added for your machines, then boxing these in can conceal the connections and create a more seamless-looking space.

Since you’ll be bathing and doing the laundry in the same space, it also makes sense to add a laundry basket to the room. A wall-mounted basket keeps all the laundry off the floor and can add an elegant touch to the decor, especially if the cabinetry ties in with the rest of the room.

Other accessories to add to your new bathroom laundry space can include new blinds for the window, floating shelves or plants. Plus some handy hooks to hang your clothes on while you get changed. These accessories can be chosen with the colour scheme of the room in mind. If you shop around, any accessories don’t have to cost the earth either.

Washer And Dryer In Bathroom FAQs

Thinking about creating a laundry closet housing a washer or dryer in the bathroom? We’ve answered some of the most common questions below.

Be sure to check out our blog for even more handy hints and tips for creating your dream laundry space.

Is It Okay To Put A Washing Machine In The Bathroom?

It’s fine to install a washing machine in the bathroom, so long as your bathroom is compatible in terms of the required connections, ventilation and similar safety standards. Where housing a washer or dryer in the bathroom is possible, many homeowners find this setup to offer extreme convenience compared with having their appliances in the kitchen or elsewhere in the home.

How To Fit A Washing Machine In A Small Bathroom

When wanting to fit a washing machine in a small bathroom, a popular option is a stacked configuration, whereby the dryer is placed on top of the washer. This setup makes the best use of the vertical wall space and can provide a handy option for smaller bathrooms.

How To Dry Clothes In A Bathroom?

Air drying clothes in a bathroom or on a radiator isn’t recommended as this can encourage condensation elsewhere in your home. Instead, placing a tumble dryer in the bathroom will provide the necessary functionality and ventilation to remove moisture from the air, so that you can effectively dry clothes in the bathroom.

Utilize vertical space efficiently, providing additional storage for laundry essentials while keeping them easily accessible.

Washtower - Discover Our Bathroom Laundry Cabinets

By following the above tips, you can create a laundry space in your bathroom that doesn’t have to compromise on aesthetics to be safe, practical and convenient.

Head over to the Washtower online store to view our full range of laundry cabinets, including those which can fit in your bathroom.

Need any further help with your purchase? Reach out to our customer care team at any time for advice on our laundry cabinets for the bathroom.

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