The nuances of installing the sink over the washing machine: a step-by-step example of the work

Bathrooms do not always meet all the wishes of their owners. Too often, it is impossible to put all the necessary equipment in a small room. And then you have to choose smaller devices, try to arrange them more compactly, or even abandon any device. In this case, a sink located above the washing machine, which allows you to successfully organize the space of a small room, will be an excellent solution. Such a tricky move makes it possible to optimally use the usable area by combining the layout of the lower and upper tiers. For small bathrooms, this is ideal.

What to consider when buying equipment?

When deciding to install a washing machine under the sink, you need to know that experts recommend doing this only in the most extreme case, when there are no other options.

Installing a sink above the washing machine allows you to maximize the space of the bathroom. The equipment must be correctly selected and installed.

The right choice of washing machine

Implement your plan should be the purchase of suitable equipment. Let's start by choosing a mini washing machine for installation under the sink. These are special devices that are produced by a number of well-known companies. They differ from ordinary ones in their sizes. The height of the equipment should not be more than 60 cm, depth - from 34 to 43 cm.

It is clear that such a machine can only be designed for a minimum load of linen, not more than 3 kg. Therefore, it is quite possible that for a large family it will not work. Some do not want to install a miniature device and choose a standard one. In this case, you should still choose a narrow model that can fit under the sink as a whole.

The height of the structure can be calculated by a simple formula: 15-20 cm is added to the height of the sink and the machine at a distance between them. The resulting value is the height of the edge of the shell. A distance of about 80 cm will be comfortable for a person of average height and slightly higher for a tall one. If the obtained value is seriously different, it is worth thinking about another model or a stand, on which you will need to get up when washing.

Sink: which one to buy?

Most often, the sink located above the washing machine is called a water lily. It is a rather flat, often square bowl, with a depth of only 18-20 cm. Some foreign companies offer the buyer a washing machine complete with a matched sink. This model can be considered ideal, since the devices are well suited to each other. But you can find a separate option, the production of both Russian and foreign companies.

And such sinks must have a special drainage system.Experts warn that equipment with a drain system located above the machine is electrical hazard and should not be used in bathrooms. Safe is considered a drain system handed down for the device. This is exactly what water lily sinks are equipped with.

The manufacturer most often produces bowls equipped with a vertical drain. However, there are models that have a horizontal drain in the back wall. These modifications are designed specifically for narrow washing machines. You should be aware that a faster discharge of water will provide a vertical system. She will be less clogged. If you have to choose horizontal, you need to be prepared for more frequent cleaning and washing of the device.

Rules and procedure for installation

When installing equipment, some requirements should be considered:

• The width of the bowl cannot be less than 580 mm in the presence of the outlet of the sewer pipe on the wall behind the device. In case of its absence, the minimum size is 500 mm.
• The drain pipes must not be above the machine body. Otherwise, as a result of vibration, their connection may be disturbed and water may enter the equipment.
• The sink must cover the washing machine from above so that water does not enter the appliance. It is best that the cup protrudes forward 2-5 cm or more.

To do everything right, you need to adhere to the following procedure.

The drain system should be located behind the equipment. The bowl bowl should completely cover the washing machine

Stage # 1 - mounting the device on the wall

If a Russian-made bowl was purchased, for example, one of the varieties of “Water Lilies”, brackets must be included with it. We begin the installation of fastenings with the markup.

Experts advise not to change the sink mounts already installed during the construction of the building, unless, of course, they fit. Since this design is likely to be more durable

After that we try on a bowl. At the same time, we take into account that the gap between the appliance and the washing machine should not exceed 2-3 cm. If you intend to use a common faucet with the bath, we check how freely the spout can move between the devices. We outline the fasteners. We drill holes for the bolts and install the brackets. We do not tighten the bolts to the end, we leave gaps of the order of 5-7 mm.

Set the bowl on the brackets. Then we insert the supplied metal hook into the technological hole located on the back wall of the bowl. You can do this from any convenient side. We fix the sink to the wall with a hook and fix it with a dowel or a self-tapping screw. Turn the bolts securing the brackets all the way. We cover the back wall of the bowl with silicone sealant.

To align the bowl horizontally, you can make several turns of cable or electrical tape on the fasteners

Stage # 2 - siphon installation

Before the sink is finally fixed to the wall, a siphon must be installed. We assemble the structure in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. We connect the drain hose of the machine to the siphon nozzle designed for the washing machine. Optionally, to avoid breakdowns, secure the connection with a clamp. Corrugation is connected to the sewer pipe.

Be sure to check the tightness of the device. If leaks are present, tighten the connections and check for the necessary gaskets.

Stage # 3 - Mixer Installation

If the design of the sink requires a mixer, it is mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations in the hole located on the bowl. The equipment is connected using flexible hoses and fittings. Gaskets and fum tape are required to seal joints. After installation, a test run of the device is performed. In case of problems, all connections are tightened once again.

Installation of the siphon and mixer is carried out in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturers. If a leak appears after a test run of the equipment, check the tightness of the connections

Installation of a washing machine combined with a sink is a good solution for the competent organization of space in the bathroom. All work can be done independently. The correct selection of devices and high-quality installation guarantee a long and uninterrupted operation of the device, which will fit perfectly into the interior of even the smallest bathroom.