I liked the idea so much that i immediately started designing and creating it.
Hinged counter over top load washer.
You do not want the counter sitting directly on top of them.
Step 3 build the top using a plywood sheet to be the base layer for the custom countertop.
Why don t you put a countertop over your washer and dryer.
You can raise and lower it when you need to open the lids without having to take everything off.
Deb decided to use 2x6s just because.
They re less expensive you don t have to kneel to wash clothes and last minute lid flipping when you forget a sock is a.
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But there are plenty of benefits to keeping a top load washing machine around too.
Feb 11 2014 flip top countertop hide away counter top.
Apr 29 2014 hinged top on washer dryer for easy access to top loading appliances brilliant idea.
Step 2 purchase wood and create a frame around the washer and dryer using wood screws.
Most washers and dryers will have adjustable feet underneath them so that you can raise or lower as needed but mine did not.
How to make a countertop over your washer and dryer.
It really doesn t matter.
If you have a top loading washer make sure you have enough head room for a hinged countertop and you ll want to use a hinge with locking side arms that can stay open.
It s a countertop for our laundry room that is primarily used to fold clothes fresh out of the dryer.
Suspend each corner by a chain pretty brass like window sash chains through some pulleys in the ceiling to a cleat or something on the wall.
The rattling noise would drive you insane.
Side loading laundry machines are proof that god loves us and wants us to have beautiful apartments since they re pretty to look at and easy to tuck under a counter in small spaces.
The most awesome and amazing part of her idea is that the countertop portion over the utility sink is hinged and folds up out of the way so we can use the sink.
I am not even going to make a materials list because it is really self explanatory and you can use whatever type wood you want to use leftover pieces from other projects 2x6s 1x6s.
I ve been meaning to share with you guys how i built in the washer and dryer for a few.
So measure the height of your set and add an inch or two.