Where is it better to install a washing machine: in the bathroom or in the kitchen?

Many housewives are concerned about the question of where to install a washing machine: in the bathroom or the kitchen? Of course, the deciding factor is the size of the rooms. If the kitchen is extremely small, it's better to install the washing machine in the bathroom. Conversely, if the bathroom is modest, the washing machine is installed in the kitchen cabinets or in the hallway. But what if both rooms have enough space to accommodate a washing machine? We'll explore the pros and cons of each placement option and help you simplify the process of arranging your appliances.

Pros of the kitchen

Everyone knows that the presence and operation of electrical equipment in a room with high humidity is undesirable. The kitchen area, unlike the bathroom, is less exposed to dampness, humidity and water splashes. Therefore, when choosing a kitchen for connecting a washing machine, you will take safety regulations into account.

Specialwashing machine sockets While bathrooms typically don't have these, the kitchen area, on the other hand, has plenty of electrical outlets. By installing a washing machine in the kitchen, you'll save money and the expense of installing additional wiring. What other advantages can you highlight for installing a washing machine in the kitchen?

1. This room is drier than the bathroom, so the machine components will be less susceptible to corrosion.
2. Typically, a kitchen is significantly larger in area than a bathroom, so the washing machine will cool much better, and a constant flow of air will create good ventilation.
3. Concentrating all household appliances allows a homeowner to create a "working nook" and handle all household chores in one place. This is especially helpful for mothers with small children, as they won't have to run from one room to another; they can monitor the appliances' operation exclusively in the kitchen.

A built-in washing machine will save space in your apartment without reducing the work surface of your kitchen set.

4. The location of the unit in the kitchen will allow household members to use the bathroom without problems or inconvenience.
5. By installing a washing machine in the kitchen area if you have a small bathroom, you won't have to choose between a sink or a washing machine.

As you can see, there are many advantages. Moreover, the kitchen is more spacious, making sorting and managing laundry more convenient. So, take another look at the kitchen, assess its size, and consider whether it's possible to integrate a washing machine into the cabinetry. If it's possible to install a washing machine without compromising the room's square footage or work area, why not choose this placement option?

Pros of a bathroom

One of the main advantages of connecting a washing machine in the bathroom is good waterproofing of the floor in the room. This factor significantly reduces the likelihood of flooding the neighbors below in the event of an emergency leak in the machine.

Some users are also daunted by the prospect of constantly having detergents, washing powders, fabric softeners, capsules, and dirty laundry in the kitchen. Furthermore, watching the laundry process while eating and breathing in the distinctive aroma of laundry detergent can be unpleasant.

If you're concerned about high humidity in the bathroom, you can address it by installing a good ventilation system. And by installing a separate outlet with a protective cover for the washing machine, you won't have to worry about evaporation at all.

Some items require pre-treatment before washing, such as soaking or applying a stain remover, hand rinsing, and spinning. Therefore, it's much more convenient for the housewife to have the washing machine located near the bathroom. This way, she won't have to walk across the apartment carrying a basin of wet items.

We'll put it in the hallway

If none of the above options appeals, you can allocate space for the washing machine in the hallway. While this may not be the most convenient option, when the kitchen and bathroom are very small, there's no other option. If you choose the right location for installing the equipment, it will not get in the way in the hallway, but will fit harmoniously into the interior.

• First, you can install the washing machine in a closet in the hallway or under a special box-shaped table designed to match the hallway furniture. This option is the most convenient; the washing machine will be out of sight and won't take up much space.
• Secondly, you can place the unit in a niche. Having this design feature in your hallway will definitely work to your advantage. Utilizing the niche for a washing machine is a great idea.
• Finally, an automatic washing machine can be placed in any available corner of the hallway. While the machine will be visible, it won't be in the way, and the stylish design of modern washing machines won't detract from the overall décor.

When deciding on the location of your washing machine, consider the design features of your home or apartment. If space allows, then your preferences should be your guide.

   

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